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Don't Look Anywhere Else Until You Read These Great Tips About Dogs

By Leticia Johnson


There is nothing like a dog as a pet. They provide their owner with joy, unconditional love and loyalty. Make sure that you take advantage of everything a dog has to offer. To become a truly responsible master to your dog, take a look at the savvy advice presented below.

Never hit your dog. There are better ways to train a dog without having to resort to violence. The best way to train a dog is to reinforce positive behaviors with treats and attention. Negative behavior should be handled with a stern and disapproving voice as opposed to striking the animal.

Never bring your dog with you while flying during the hot summer months, unless the airline provides a climate-controlled cabin for him. Most of the major carriers use the same area for pets as they do for cargo, meaning your dog will have to endure some pretty high temperatures as you travel to your destination, jeopardizing his safety.

Keep your dog in good shape. He can suffer with the same weight-related issues that you can, so make sure he gets plenty of healthy exercise and eats a well-balanced diet. Remember that walking will benefit you as well, so make it a part of your daily routine together to be happier and healthier.

You should never give table scraps to your dog. You will spoil him and his appetite and set up begging behavior. Table scraps can negatively affect the dog's health and cause digestive issues or obesity. Train your dog to remain in another room while the family eats so no one is tempted to slip something to him under the table.

Be careful if you're searching for a new dog on Craigslist or other classified ads. Many people exaggerate the truth in order to unload problems or challenging training issues and you could end up with an impossible situation on your hands. Only talk to people who are verifiable through vet records and demonstrate positive handling experience.

If you have a new puppy in the house that suddenly begins chewing things, do not fear. This could be a sign that your puppy is teething. To keep puppy from chewing on your belongings, make sure that you have provided him with plenty of chew toys of his own.

Make sure that you trim your dog's nails on a fairly regular basis. You do not want them to get too long since it will make it uncomfortable for them to walk and they may develop health issues. They should be at a length that just about touches the ground.

The era of poor dog behavior is over. You no longer need to watch the dog destroy your home and intimidate others. It is up to you to control your dog's behavior. Take the advice provided to you here and have a happy, loving dog.




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