Caring for Your Dog
Owning a dog is a big responsibility. Here you will find tips for keeping your dog safe, socialization, healthy weight, being a responsible dog owner and more.
Socializing Show Dogs April 14, 2010
Socialization is fundamental to preparing show dogs for the ring. It should start early. In fact, the sooner, the better.
Winter Care for Canines January 1, 2010
Tips for the special care required for dogs when the whether turns cold.
Canine Summer Safety Tips January 1, 2010
Tips for how to caring for your dog during the warmer summer months.
Guide to Responsible Dog Ownership January 1, 2010
Tips from the American Kennel Club about how to be a Responsible Dog Owner.
Building Confidence in Puppies December 17, 2009
The imprinting period from age 6 to 20 weeks is a defining time in a dog’s life when habits develop and overall personality takes form. With help from you, a puppy can take on new situations with confidence and learn to adapt to a variety of circumstances.
Getting Results With Advanced Clicker Training April 29, 2009
Clicker training is an effective way to teach dogs the basics — things like sit, stay, down and come — but it also is useful in teaching more complex behaviors. This basic training method, a form of classical conditioning, is an effective way to train a dog to associate desired behavior with a reward.
Keeping Your Dog Fit for Life April 29, 2009
Keeping dogs fit for life is as important as it is for humans.
The Experience of Pet Loss March 23, 2009
Joy Dias, Director, Client Counseling and Support Services at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine describes what you might experience when your lose a pet and tips for how to handle your feelings.
Growing Smart Puppies August 28, 2008
Tips for keeping your puppy mentally stimulated and growing up smart.
Help Future Generations of Dogs
Participate in canine health research by providing samples or by enrolling in a clinical trial. Samples are needed from healthy dogs and dogs affected by specific diseases.
