The Pet Whisperers
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Caring for Your Dog at Home
Dogs are wonderful creatures, full of love and joy, and they enrich our lives every day with their presence. Their hairy, stinky, sharp nailed presence. Like all pets, dogs require care. Some more than others, but even the low maintenance ones still need someone to care for them.
Celina CampbellPublished 6 years ago in PetlifeTop 5 Clicker Training Mistakes...
Clicker training is a common way of training an animal using positive reinforcement. It is an effective method of training which involves the use of a small device that clicks, a reward, and a patient handler. The basic principle is rewarding the animal for performing the desired behaviour and ignoring it when it does not perform the desired behaviour. The clicker is employed as soon as the target behaviour is performed and used as a bridge, in order for the animal to create an association between the food and the reward. The method is commonly used to train dogs, but can also be effectively used to train any animal (even a goldfish), so long as the trainer works within the species' natural limits.
Corinne McCaffertyPublished 6 years ago in PetlifeBest Reasons to Get a Smart Dog Collar
Collars on dogs are usually meant to obtain the dog's name and owner's information in case they suddenly get lost. They're also mainly used to attach leashes to when taking your dog out. But have you ever heard of a smart dog collar? It's basically the iPhone, but for your dog. There are so many benefits that come with a smart dog collar that many of us don't even realize.
Jennifer VioletPublished 6 years ago in PetlifeBearded Dragon Care
Basics Bearded dragons, or Pogona, are one of the most popular pet lizards around. Their docile nature makes them great pets for kids, teens, and adults!
Briana BaylesPublished 6 years ago in PetlifeWestern Hognose Snake Care
Basics The western hognose snake, or Heterodon nasiscus, is a colubrid species native to Southern Canada and the central United States. These snakes have become increasingly popular due to their adorable upturned nose.
Briana BaylesPublished 6 years ago in Petlife- Top Story - January 2018
Being a Dog Mom Changed My Life
After debating whether being a full-time college student, part-time worker, and a full-time social butterfly would leave enough room to be a proper "full-time dog mom," I took a leap of faith into what I felt like was actual motherhood, and ended up adopting (I recommend adopting from your local shelter) an animal who has seemed to rescue ME more than I have rescued it.
Kennedy BrownPublished 6 years ago in Petlife Ball Python Care
Ball pythons (Python regius) are native to the continent of Africa. These docile serpents have been found in several countries to the west of the continent, such as Ghana, Nigeria, and the Central African Republic. These animals spend much of their time hiding in burrows, as they enjoy keeping to themselves.
Briana BaylesPublished 6 years ago in PetlifeGreat Danes
Thinking about adding a new family member? Are you leaning towards a Great Dane? Well, here are some things you need to consider before adopting such a large breed.
Mj HutzenbilerPublished 6 years ago in PetlifeEssential Products Every New Puppy Owner Needs
Having a new puppy around the house makes it feel like Christmas every day. You're so excited to have a new buddy—especially one so small, furry, and cute! But don't forget that being a dog owner comes with a lot of responsibility. Handling a puppy can be difficult, because they don't know anything yet. You have to teach them the rules of the house, all the while making sure you have everything they need to be happy. Here are the essential products every new puppy owner needs to get on the right track.
Ryder PaulPublished 6 years ago in PetlifeBest Self Cleaning Litter Boxes for the Cat Lover
You can take a dog on a walk and keep their waste far away from your home, but the same is not true for cats. If you have a cat or multiple cats, their leavings will occupy a corner of your house. With traditional kitty litter boxes, you have to scoop out the mess yourself; one of the main reasons I don't have a cat. However, thanks to improvements in technology, there are several self-cleaning litter boxes you can choose from. Here are some of the best self-cleaning litter boxes you can buy.
Ryder PaulPublished 6 years ago in PetlifeGrooming Your Small Dog at Home!
Dog-grooming is a talent learned, not given. However there is a certain level of patience that needs to be had whenever deciding to groom your own dog. Today, I will be walking you through step-by-step on how to do a basic summer puppy cut on your Shih Tzu, Yorkie, or Shorkie. This haircut can work for any small dog in the summer time. It is also globally known as a "puppy cut."
Serving a Purpose
This is about my service dogs and myself with a little advice. Luna is pictured by the lake. Luna is the mother of Arlo, both dogs are a mix breed and they both serve a purpose for me, their owner and dog trainer. They are my Service dogs. Now how ridiculous is it that you just heard a dog trainer has a service dog. I am sure you are thinking about something along the lines of "now that is just not fair", well if it makes you feel any better it was not planned that I have one. Luna has a knack for being there when I have my panic attacks or anxiety issues, she has interrupted me many a times in stressful situations trying to ground me, she is really one of the key reasons I am able to do what I do without losing my composure. An example was a dog fight at the dog park that I helped break up, my nerves were shot and the fact that the other dog had an arterial bleed just made it worse. I was holding one of the dogs while the owner held hers and with shaky hands tried to stop the bleeding. Luna dropped playing with a ball, her favorite thing to do, and came right to my side, the same side the dog I was holding was on; I felt her head against my leg and then felt a sense of calmness, called the vet for the owner and went along with the day. On a side note the dog that had the arterial bleed is fine and back playing at the park. Luna really is an amazing dog. Yet she is not only in tune with me, she also loves to help and comfort others which makes her a wonderful candidate for animal assisted activities dog also known as a therapy dog.
Kelsey SlaughterPublished 6 years ago in Petlife