Helping Dog Shelters

Dog shelters perform an important role in society, and one that goes largely unnoticed by the general public. In most cases the shelter will take in a dog or puppy and care for it until a new owner is found, although this isn’t always possible.

Animal shelters in general give homes to those pets that are lost or abandoned by their former owners. Sometimes depending on the condition of the dog when it is brought into the shelter it may have to be put down – although the shelter will always do the best it can to keep the animal healthy and find a new loving owner. This varies from shelter to shelter, with some having a time limit on new ownershiop before the dog is put down while others will keep any dog that isn’t in distress due to injury or illness.

To help dog shelters you could could consider adopting a dog rather than buying a puppy, or by donating to help them stay open. To find out more, have a read of 100 ways to help a dog shelter.

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How To Prevent Your Dog Being Aggressive Towards Other Dogs

How aggressive your dog is towards others can depend on many things including breed, situation and upbringing. It’s always important to remember that while dogs are domesticated they were originally pack animals and as such there is always a chance of confrontation between them. Because of this, as a dog owner it is vital you know how to handle such situations should they ever arise. Read more

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The Basics Of Positive Training Methods

Positive dog training means rewarding your dog for something he or she does right rather than punishing for something he does wrong. By using positive dog training methods, you are positively reinforcing all the good behaviour so your dog learns what pleases you and what doesn’t. Read more

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Knowing Where To Get A Dog

So you’ve decided that getting a dog is the right thing for you and you’ve chosen the perfect breed to match your family’s lifestyle. The next question is “where do I get a dog?” Read more

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Beginners Guide To Popular Dog Breeds By Group

Once you’ve decided you’re ready to get a new dog, choosing the right breed is the next important step. There are so many different types that it can be difficult to know where to begin! Luckily dog breeds can generally be broken down into 7 distinct groups which I’ll be going through in this article. Once you’ve decided which group you think suits you then you can choose the specific breed. Read more

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Things To Consider Before Getting A Dog

If you’re reading this, the chances are that you’ve decided you would like to get a dog but aren’t quite sure whether it is the right decision for you at this time. Getting a new dog can be a wonderful experience, but it’s important to know the things to consider before getting a dog so you can avoid making a bad decision. Read more

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How To Make Sure Your Dog Is In A Safe Environment

As dog owners it is our responsibility to make sure our dogs are always in a safe environment. All houses have the dangers for a dog, but it’s important you do your best to minimise any risk. Below are some things you should consider to make sure your dog lives in a safe environment. Read more

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Choosing A Puppy Quiz – Questions You Need To Ask Before Getting A Puppy

Getting a puppy is a big commitment, so before doing so you need to think hard about whether a puppy is right for you. If you’re absolutely 100% sure that it is, then you need to move onto deciding which breed of puppy you should get. Only after you can answer the following questions should you seriously consider getting a new puppy!
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How To Introduce New Kitten To A Dog Without Accidents!

Getting a new pet is a wonderful and exciting time, but it can be difficult to know whether a new kitten will be taken to straight away by your dogs! Because of cartoons we have an instinctive knowledge that cats and dogs just don’t get along, and while this isn’t the whole truth you’ll certainly have to be careful when introducing your new kitten to a dog. Read more

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Some Favourite Male Puppy Names

A common problem that people have when they first get a dog is choosing a name! It’s much more difficult than you first realise to get the perfect name, but it’s important to choose a name as early as possible so the puppy learns from a young age that when you say that word you require its attention. Read more

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