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Tips For Purchasing a Quality Dog Crate
Posted by dogstrollers in Dog Cages on May 19, 2009
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You can use a dog crate for many things besides keeping your home safe from a curious dog while you are out. A crate can become a safe place for your dog to retreat to where it feels safe and comfortable. A dog crate will be one of the biggest investments you make in dog accessories. You want a durable crate that will last your dog’s entire life. Your dog should feel comfortable in the crate.
The proper size is the first thing you will need to figure out when selecting a crate for your dog. The crate should have enough space to allow your dog to turn around, stand up, and lie down with comfort. If you select a crate with too much room your dog is liable to select one area to for sleeping and another to use as a bathroom.
When buying a crate for a puppy buy a crate that will fit the full grown size of the dog. Use crate divider panels to make it make a smaller space until your puppy grows. Your two most common options when it comes to large dog crates are wire and plastic. Some factors that go into determining the proper type of crate include your particular climate and whether or not you plan to travel by air or bus with your dog.
Large wire dog crates will provide better ventilation and are often the ideal pick for warmer climates, especially if you have a long haired dog. Your bet pick for colder climates or small dogs are plastic crates as they let your dog retain more heat. If you will be taking your dog on an airplane you must have a plastic dog crate. After you select your crate you can add some accessories. Popular crate accessories include treats, toys, a crate cover, and a cozy crate bed.
Dog crate pads or beds will allow your dog to have extra comfort in the crate. Your dog will have additional privacy with a crate cover and toys will help prevent your dog from getting bored.
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Choosing The Best Dog Crate Covers
Posted by dogstrollers in Dog Cages on May 19, 2009
Crate training is an effective way to train a new puppy. While crates can be a wonderful training tool they can also be very unattractive. Shopping at your local pet store you probably won’t find any crates that will blend in well with your home décor. They are usually either metal or plastic and almost always ugly. This will not be a big issue if you will use your crate just for travel or in the garage.
But if you are like most people your puppy’s crate will need to work within your interior design scheme. There are a couple of effective ways to fix an ugly crate. The two biggest options available to your are to purchase a crate cover or buy a crate that looks like furniture.
There are all kinds of dog crate covers and they are available in different types of fabrics. There are an almost unlimited amount of choices when it comes to the color and pattern of your dog crate cover. Because they are made to have a tight fit on your dog crate you will need to order the appropriate size to get the right fit.
A dogs crate cover is an easy and inexpensive way to improve the appearance of your dog crate. They will also make a space for your dog which is dark and cozy. This can make the crate feel more like a den for your dog. Expect to pay forty dollars or less for a crate cover. Your other option is to buy a crate made from a material other than plastic or metal. One of the more popular crates along these lines are those made from wicker. This will not be as easy to clean as either metal or plastic so it is not a good idea to buy wicker unless your dog is house trained. You can also find crates out there made from wood to look like ordinary furniture. The crate is hidden under a table top and almost disappears. These can be very expensive and difficult to clean so make sure your dog is potty trained before buying one.
Dog Training Online
Posted by dogstrollers in Dog Cages on April 26, 2009
By Sandra Scott
Who’s Dove Cresswell?
As a Hollywood North dog trainer, Dove Cresswell has trained dogs for TV, film and commercials.
Even though she’s only 25, she already has 10 years dog training experience for various breeds and sizes. In addition, she has trained other animals species including rodents, deer, birds, cougars, and large reptiles.
As a dog trainer for movies, she is expected to deliver immediate results as time is money in the movie business. Equally fast results can be anticipated from her audio/video dog training course.
Click here to check out this top notch dog training course: Dove Cresswell’s Puppy & Dog Training Online.
What is Included?
The following seven lessons are taught online in audio/video format:
- Puppy Potty Training/Housetraining
- Dog Obedience Training
- Crate Training
- Walking Politely on a Leash: The Informal Heel
- The Recall
- Good Puppy & Dog Manners
- Special Dog Tricks
Useful advice for both large and small dog breeds is included in the puppy house training section.
What I Especially Liked
The sections are fun and waste no time in getting to the point. They are clearly narrated with well-illustrated slides that make it easy to understand the dos and don’ts of dog training. A benefit of this multimedia format for dog training is that you can hear the tone of voice that should be used for commands and you can see the correct stance for both you and your dog. This part of the online dog training course is better than an ebook.
Although this program is not as extensive as some of the dog behavior modification ebooks in areas such as dog behavior and specific dog breed information, it is full of informative and clearly articulated dog obedience and housetraining instructions for dog owners.
Paper training is explored by Dove in an interesting and logical way. She believes that this is not a good practice as it is confusing for dogs. Training puppies to always “go potty” outside is explained in a highly informative and easy to follow way.
Free Extras
When you purchase Dove Cresswell’s course you will also receive the following bonuses and will have the opportunity to e-mail Dove with your individual dog behavior issue:
- Teach your dog to fetch
- Train your dog to play soccer
- Train your dog to play hide ‘n seek
- Information on dog sports
- Choosing the right toys for your dog
- Earning your dog’s respect
- Choosing the right dog food and treats
In Summary
At first, I was quite surprised that only 7 lessons were offered in this first rate course; once I actually listened to the lessons and realized just how much information was offered in the course, I quickly changed my opinion. I really liked the audio/video format of this course; so much so that I wished it would have been longer. The easily understood lessons allow you copy the techniques and successfully train your dog like a pro.
The only downside with this course is that it’s only available online so you need an internet connection to be able to view it. It is for this reason that I have given it a 4 ½ star rating. If the course was also offered as an e-book, I would have gladly given it 5 stars.
I feel that this course would be highly effective for all dog owners but it is particularly suited to audio-visual learners who find e-books boring. So you know what your getting in advance, you are allowed to take a look at a sample lesson prior to buying the course.
I strongly recommend that you take a look at Dove Cresswell’s outstanding course for all your dog training needs: Dove Cresswell’s Puppy & Dog Training Online.
Building a Dog House
Posted by dogstrollers in Dog Cages, Dog Furniture on April 18, 2009
It is always very important if you are looking to build a house for your dog to consider a few things first. Having a plan is best, this way you make sure you have the correct materials to hand before you start. This also makes sure that the materials you buy are the most appropriate – for example the timber is hard wearing and long lasting. A really good thing to have in your dog house is a raised floor, by this I mean timber base which is not resting on the ground. This makes for a much more comfortable area for your dog and keeps them up out of any dampness or cold which can rise up from the ground.
Also adding a flap door to the house is important as this will easy access for your dog and also means that if it is raining or snowing then the door will keep your pooch warm and dry. Make the door so that it can also be hinged up to allow good ventilation in hot weather. Depending on where you are going to place the dog house you may want to look at also having a deck or porch, so that your dog has somewhere to lay.
Be very aware when using nails or screws when constructing the house that they are nailed or screwed in tightly and flat. A screw or nail protruding out can cause serious injury or infection to your dog and even yourself.
If you have a couple of dogs you may wish to make a bigger house and place in dividers so that your dogs have their own separate areas.
So there you have it, all it takes is a couple of days and a little imagination, and you can have a fabulous house built for your dog and maybe the satisfaction that you have created something yourself. There really is no end to what you can achieve once you get going and you never know you may uncover some real talent for building!
Puppy Supplies, The Essentials
Posted by dogstrollers in Puppy Supplies on April 12, 2009
It is always advisable to be well prepared before bringing your puppy home. There is nothing worse than realising, especially when stores are closed that you don’t have all the puppy supplies you need.
Like any new member of the family your puppy requires certain things. The first items to shop for will be feeding supplies, and these include bowls for water and food, as well as a high quality dry food especially formulated for puppies. Most puppy care manuals these days recommend you get a crate for your puppy, as they are very beneficial for training dogs. To make dog crates more comfortable line them with an old blanket or towel and this will make it much better for your puppy when sleeping.
A collar and leash are other good supplies to purchase before you bring your puppy home, as well as a few chew toys and grooming supplies like shampoo and nail clippers. To avoid your puppy chewing on the furniture having safe chew toys is recommended. Try and avoid toys made from rawhide as this can break off and get lodged in a small dog’s throat. A better alternative are Nylabone toys which are much safer.
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