Teach your Dog to Roll Over

Before teaching the roll over command, your dog should already know the “down” or “lie down” command. Have you got your yummy treats ready? Ok, let’s go!
First, give your dog the down command. Wait for him to shift his hips to the left or right, this will tell you which way it will be easier [...]

Research shows pets help protect children against asthma

For many years, doctors and researchers have stated that young children shouldn’t be exposed to pets because it might cause asthma. Today, some research is showing otherwise. Recent research has actually shown that having pets in the house can actually help prevent allergies in young children.
An article in the Independent (a newspaper out of Dublin, [...]

California cracking down on pet store violations

In October, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, signed into effect, Assembly Bill 1347, the Pet Store Animal Care Act which imposes stricter laws on the standards for daily care of ALL animals sold in pet stores. The new law also gives enforcement officers the power to ticket pet store owners for violations. Also, veterinary care is required [...]

Teach Your Dog or Cat to Sit

Sit, is the first and most basic command to teach. Actually, it is quite easy. As always, you will need your supply of tasty treats and 5-10 minutes a day to practice.
While your dog or cat is standing in front of you, show him the treat. Hold it just above his nose. When he sees [...]

Top 10 Things Dogs Shouldn’t Eat, but Do

I saw an article this morning by Dr. Chris Duke, a veterinarian at Bienville Animal Medical Center in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, that talked about the top 10 things dogs eat, but shouldn’t. It was kind of interesting, but none all to surprising. Here’s his top ten list:
No. 10: Sticks. You bet. They splinter, poke and [...]