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18 Sure Fire Ways to Manage Dog Aggression

Petsmiles — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:24:47 +0000

Aggression is one of the most common problems that dog behaviourists are asked to deal with. Dogs behave aggressively for a variety of reasons, and while some will direct their aggression only towards other animals, others will behave aggressively towards humans. If a [...]

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The 3 Main Types of Barking and What to Do About Them

Petsmiles — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:03:08 +0000

Bear these points in mind when dealing with the 3 bark types. Do not shout at your dog because it will think that you are simply sharing its excitement. It is best to ignore its barking for as long as you can and [...]

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A Simple Yet Powerful Exercise to Control Dog Barking

Petsmiles — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:47:57 +0000

It is natural for dogs to bark when they are excited, frustrated, bored or want to convey a warning when they are in ‘guard’ mode, so the arrival of visitors will often start a lot of noise. A barking dog is a useful deterrent [...]

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Teach Your Dog To Lie ‘Down’ in Three Easy Steps

Petsmiles — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:45:04 +0000

As your dog gets older, train it to lie down while distracting activity is going on around it. If you can teach your dog to obey this command in such circumstances, you will be able to exert control over it if it tries to [...]

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Three Lurcher Dogs Dumped Outside RSPCA Animal Hospital

Petsmiles — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:17:38 +0000

Three lurcher dogs were dumped outside the RSPCA Putney Animal Hospital in London last night with a note saying their owners had been made homeless and could no longer care for them. The dogs were found by RSPCA staff at 10.30pm tied to railings [...]

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Top 5 Wish List for Rabbits This Christmas

Petsmiles — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 16:20:58 +0000

Dear Santa I don’t want to be greedy so I’m just asking for what I need this Christmas. If you could grant my wishes I would jump for joy! At the moment I just have cold, damp wood to sleep on. I’d love [...]

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200 Top Classic Dog Names

Petsmiles — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:58:08 +0000

Choosing a name for your dog can often prove harder than you may think. With your longed-for new pet now a lively barking reality, inspiration can desert you. In the Petsmiles Dog Name series we have gathered together more than 1,000 wonderful canine names. [...]

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RSPCA Braces Itself for Another Busy Christmas

Petsmiles — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 14:42:40 +0000

The RSPCA is preparing for another busy Christmas as staff on the frontline will continue to help animals while most people will still be opening their presents. Last year the RSPCA took more than 4,300 calls from the public between Christmas Eve and Boxing [...]

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Can Animals Sense Death in Humans?

Petsmiles — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:47:30 +0000

Five Years ago in the New England Journal of Medicine, an incredible story was revealed about a cat that could make ‘predictions’ about the death of residents in a care home a matter of hours before they passed away. The cat in question is [...]

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The Brave New World of Flying Feline Furniture

Petsmiles — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:41:24 +0000

Picture, if you will, a bunk bed crossed with a plant hanger and you will be getting close to ‘Kitty Cloud’ cat swing bed. The fabulous multi-layer cat swing bed hangs from a secure ceiling hook and is a perfect nesting place for high-octane felines. [...]

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