Throughout your dog's life, he'll be handled by various people in a range of situations For example, his veterinarian will examine him during checkups; strangers may pet or play with him; and groomers might bathe him and cut his hair...

When you adopt a puppy, one of the first lessons you'll need to teach him is to avoid eliminating inside your home...

First thing’s first As soon as your new Pomeranian puppy gets home from the Pom breeder, it is extremely important that you immediately begin with the cleaning and grooming of your pup...

Your dog is one amazing creature ...

When you crate train your puppy, this will allow you to develop a tool that you will be able to use with dog obedience training techniques and which will develop focus and build drive...

So you have bought a puppy, and within a short time you have a puddle on the carpet Housetraining can be started immediately you get your pup home, using dog obedience training techniques, because it is really never too early to start...

A very good way to bond with your pup and have some fun is to spend time playing games with him Playing games help the pup expend energy...

Reproduction causes a lot of stress in female dogs Each pregnancy and lactation requires extra energy and nutrients and it is the duty of the owner to ensure the female does not face energy and nutrient deficiency...

Before getting yourself a puppy, make sure that you have ample time to spare for your puppy’s needs It is ideal that you also ensure that your home is safe for your new puppy to live in...

You are bringing your new bundle of joy home finally You have done your research, know you have the right breed and you have complete faith in the breeder of your new pup...

If you are considering bringing a puppy home and have never done it before, there are some important things you need to know...

This was a last minute e-mail I sent to a friend in California, who contacted me only a few hours befote she was leaving to pick a puppy from a breeder she's been researching...

The black Labrador is a popular breed for families and hunters alike The Lab is even tempered, amenable to instruction, and possesses a sturdy frame...

We all know the kind: a dog who acts as though everywhere he can sniff and sit on is his toilet If this dog profile is consistent with how you know your dog, then your dog needs potty training...

The Pomeranian dog breed is a member of both the toy and Spitz groups This dog breed is considered toy because adult Pomeranians grow to a size of only three to seven pounds and eight to eleven inches...

A German Shepherd pup is one that is a great addition to any home as long as you take the steps needed to maintain control of the situation...

Just like you wouldn’t ask a six-month-old human baby to drive a car so should you not have the wrong expectations for your beagle’s development as well...

Bringing home your new Shih Tzu pup is a very happy moment for you, your family, and your puppy Everyone is happy and then comes the time to try and train the little dog...

Doesn’t matter how big of a backyard you give your puppy they will still try to get out You can stop this though by making sure that the fence is secure enough...

With Havanese puppies becoming so popular over the last forty years, there has been a rash of dishonest breeders popping up in an effort to make a profit on the ever increasing demand for these playful little pups...

Housebreaking The Crate Method Housebreaking is normally very easy with puppies as long as the owner realises that a major key to successful housebreaking is avoidance...

House training a puppy need not be that difficult and can actually be enjoyable Playtime with your new puppy can be fun, but did you also know that it could be the first steps in your puppy's education as well...

It's never too early to train your pup to walk on a leash As a matter of fact it's often a bad idea to wait until the pup has grown a bit to get them used to being on a leash...

You ought to very careful in puppy selection because the pup is going to share many happy years of its life with you...

One of the most popular new dog treats on the market is that of Pup Corn, which is made and distributed by Sunshine Mills, Inc...

Teach your pup to sit as his first lesson There are several good reasons why you should start with this command...

Learning How to Learn Pups are learning all the time and there is no reason to wait for them "to grow up" before you begin training...

Introduction to the Water Whether your pup is headed to the duck blind or you just want to teach him to swim for fun and exercise the techniques are the same...

Begin training your puppy as soon as possible Keep in mind that he will need some wiggle room until about 4 months old...

You may be asking, "When can I start agility training with my new puppy" Puppies are always learning, so every time you are with your pup you can be playing and socializing with agility in mind...