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Getting Rid of Fleas If you find yourself with a flea problem, you’ll probably need to try a couple of different flea control methods before you get rid of all of the fleas on your dog and in your home. Its up to you to choose which treatment you think is best for your dog, you, and your home. Treatments may include using flea collars, flea combs, flea dips, flea powders, flea exterminators, and other flea control methods.
The fact about dogs is that they are adorable creatures that can be a handful if they aren’t properly minded. Dog owners have different reasons for training their dogs. A dog may be well trained in one area and be total flop in another. The different aspects of dog training demand that you train your dog extensively to get the best behavior from it. The aspects in which dogs are generally trained include:
– Barking: Some dogs just don’t know when to stop barking! If your dog has continuous barking problem, training it to know the right time to bark will assist. A dog can be trained to bark using dog training tools such as the crate or an electronic collar. On the reverse side, some dogs may not be able to bark at all. In such cases, taking your dog to see an animal psychologist also constitutes training.
– Potty training: A dog needs to be house trained if it is going to stay in the confines of the home. Trust me, waking up to find your dog left you a package in the middle of the kitchen floor can spoil your day. House training methods vary from dog owner to dog owner. While some dog owners may use tissues or a litter boxes others may use a crate.
– Chewing: Dogs need to be trained not to chew. It can be frustrating to have a dog that nibbles everything you have from your bathroom slippers to your cushion pillows. obtaining a chew toy or a dog toy for your dog forms part of its training as it learns not to chew your stuff.
– Obedience: This forms the main part of dog training sessions. A dog that does not know how to listen to its masters voice can be a troublemaker. All dogs need to learn how to obey their owners and therein lies the secret to having a good dog.
– Tricks: Some dogs are trained to perform tricks like shaking hands with a stranger or standing on their hind legs. Training a dog to conduct tricks may be for entertainment or even as a source of income.
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Don’t make the mistake of buying plush toys for your dog to chew on because it won’t be able to tell the difference between a plush toy and a plush pillow. In selecting chew toys for your dog, buy a few that are the same in size and color in other to help your dog keep track of them. Buying your dog a myriad of chew toys can confuse it and defeat the aim of distracting it from chewing your valuables.
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Anyone who has a female Yorkshire Terrier who has a litter is in fact a breeder of . However, this does not mean that they are a good breeder. There are good breeders and there are bad breeders, and for many reasons, you want to work only with a good, responsible breeder when you get your Yorkshire Terrier puppy.
A good breeder does not have accidental litters. All of the litters are planned in advance, and often, the puppies are sold before they are even conceived if the female has had previous litters for which there are pictures. Before breeding takes place, a good breeder will have the male and female checked by the veterinarian, and will also have them tested for genetic issues that may affect the litter.
A good breeder will also match the temperaments of the male and female, and only breed those that have great temperaments. They watch their breeding stock and weed out those that have nervous personalities, those that are not people friendly, and those that are aggressive, knowing that temperaments can be inherited. A good breeder will also avoid breeding dogs that are closely related to each other, with the understanding that this can cause severe genetic problems.
You will not find a Yorkshire Terrier that was bred by a good breeder in a pet shop. Good breeders only sell to private individuals, and they work directly with that individual – not through a broker. A good breeder typically shows their own dogs and they regularly participate in various training activities, such as obedience training and such.
You can find a good breeder through dog clubs in your area, or through the American Kennel Club (AKC). There are also many Yorkshire Terrier specific organizations that will connect you with a breeder in your area. Many breeders will advertise online, but this does not mean that they are good breeders. Of course, it doesn’t mean that they are bad breeders either.
Ideally, you will visit the breeder in person. When you arrive, take a look at their facilities. Is it clean? Are the dogs allowed to spend time with the family, or are they kept separate from the family? Do the dogs and puppies appear to be happy and healthy? Do you see anything that makes you uneasy?
Do yourself, responsible breeders, and the breed itself a favor. Only work with responsible breeders. Do not support backyard breeders, puppy mills, or pet stores when you purchase your Yorkshire Terrier. If you know someone who owns a Yorkshire Terrier, you can ask them for a reference, and even Yorkshire Terrier breeders will direct you to other responsible breeders if they don’t have the puppy that you are looking for.
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Sometimes, dog training isn’t all about getting your dog to obey you. Dog training can be for the purpose of catching good old fun. Some dog owners teach their dogs how to carry out certain tricks for different reasons. Its not uncommon to see dogs in the circus delighting thousands of human beings with their tricks. Some dog owners teach their dogs tricks strictly to entertain guests who come to the house or to earn an income. A dog that can turn a trick or two is bound to induce a happy viewer to pull out a couple of dollar bills.
Dog tricks are of various kinds. You can teach dog complex tricks such as jumping through hoops of fire or stick to simple tricks such as shaking hands. A dog that can shake your hand brings a grin of delight on your face. If you are teaching your dog any tricks, you should certify that it is fun process. If you turn the trick learning process for your dog into a military chore, your dog wont derive an iota of joy learning them. On the contrary, it will probably rebel against learning them.
The most basic dog tricks you can teach your dog is the handshake trick. You can teach your dog the handshake trick by making it sit in front of you and lifting its paw gently to shake. After you do this, reward the dog. With time, simply stretching your hand towards your dog will induce it to put its paw into your palm. The handshake trick is pretty easy for your dog to learn.
You can also teach your dog the carry trick. This enables your dog to carry your bags or your things in its mouth. It can be a delight to watch your dog trotting across the parking lot with your handbag in its mouth. Some owners teach their dogs to sit down on their hind legs and raise their front paws high in the air.
Generally, most dog owners love it when their dogs are able to carry out their one trick or the other because it only endears their dogs to them.
The key to raising a healthy obedient puppy is consistency. The more you are consistent and firm with the things you want your dog to learn, the more well behaved it becomes. If you are too flexible during the training sessions for your dog, you may end up confusing it.
Traveling with dogs by auto can be fun or stressful. It all depends on your organizational abilities, flexibility and sense of humor. Traveling by car is probably the easiest way to go when you decide to take your dog along. You can decide how you want to accommodate him.
This is an exciting event for many dogs, so expect your puppy to be hyped and ready to go.
There are of course considerations to plan for when taking your best friend safety, sleeping arrangements (his best dog bed), food, as well as additional aides and supplies to pack.
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Have your pet washed and groomed, this will keep dog odor and shedding to a minimum. Your dog will be going in and out of the car so the use of a dog car seat cover is ideal to keep your seats clean. and free from soiling. Bring a watertight bowl, food and snacks. Pack some security toys, and a ball or Frisbee for playing at parks. Update your ID tag, license and vaccinations.
A travel crate that folds and/or a comfortable dog bed or blanket that smells of home are ideal when you arrive at your destination. The crate will allow you to leave your dog alone if need be unless your dog is predisposed to barking, accidents, or separation anxiety.
If travel sickness is a problem, discuss the possibility of medication with your vet.
While traveling with dogs in a vehicle your dog should be secured. There are several options, a dog crate, a dog car barrier, a dog car seat, seat belt or harness. Crates are a cozy, comfortable place for your dogs to travel but it does require your pup to be separated from you during the trip which may change the experience for you and your dog. This is also true with a car barrier with a nice padded bed, again your pet is separated from the family. There are plenty of comfortable and safe car seats, seat belts and harnesses on the market to accommodate your buddy which will allow your doggy to sit, stand, lie down and look at the view. The method you choose will also depend on the size of your dog and the type of vehicle you are traveling in.
(1) Allow your dog to hang his head out the window while you are driving. As much joy as he finds from this activity, it is too easy for flying debris to injure and an eye or ear or worse yet your pet could fall out the window.
(2) Have your dog in the front where air bags could cause your dog injury; the back seat is the best place for him.
(3) Never leave your dog alone in a hot car, even for a minute.
(1) Stop every 2 hours to stretch a little, food (not too much), to relieve himself and a drink of water.
(2) Have your doggy on a leash if you stop at a busy area or where he could get away or lost.
(3) Have a collar and ID tag on your dog at all times.
Traveling with dogs is an experience that can bring pleasure to the entire family. Have fun!
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Yorkshire Terriers are gorgeous little dogs. Their owners like to dress them up and take them wherever they go. They can be found on leashes, in laps, in arms, in cars, and even in handbags. These little dogs truly become like a child to their owners, and it is easy to see why. Just look at how adorable they are. But when its all said and done, do you own you’re Yorkshire Terrier, or does he own you?
It almost seems that people who do not own Yorkshire Terriers view them as pampered pets. In many cases they are absolutely right. While these were once working dogs, they have become more pampered, and their only job seems to be in being a companion to their owner. But often, the spoiling of these dogs goes so far that the owner actually becomes a companion – or in some cases a slave – to the dog instead of the other way around.
While some spoiling of your Yorkshire Terrier is fine, you shouldn’t cross the line. Otherwise, you really will be a servant to your dog. Just as you would not let a child dictate the running of your home, you cannot allow this precious little dog to take over your life completely either – or make the decisions.
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This is why it is important to establish a schedule early. Yorkshire Terriers are smart dogs, and they adjust nicely to routine schedules. In fact, they prefer to know what to expect, and dislike surprises. There should be a time to wake up, a time to go to sleep, and certain times to eat and play. You need to stick with this schedule as closely as possible each and everyday.
You must teach your Yorkshire Terrier good manners. This may require dog obedience training. He must not jump on furniture that you want him to stay off of. He must not jump up on guests. He must not chew up your shoes, your clothing, or your furniture. If you let him get away with this, it wont be long before your home is literally destroyed, and nobody wants to visit.
Your Yorkshire Terrier also needs table manners. This means that when you are sitting at the dinner table, your Yorkshire Terrier isn’t on top of it eating out of your plate, or jumping up and begging for food. He needs to know what is and is not acceptable. A well behaved Yorkie would never beg for food. Because he has a schedule, he knows when it is time for him to eat, where he will be eating, and he has a pretty good idea as to what you will be feeding him. He wont have a reason to beg for food, unless this is something that you are allowing.
Yorkshire Terriers can be a little vengeful. If you must leave your dog home alone for a few hours, you may come home to find that he has destroyed something. He should be reprimanded, and the next time you leave, he needs to be confined to a place where he cannot destroy anything. Eventually, he will understand that you will come home, and that destroying your things will not make you take him with you. Overall, you can spoil your Yorkshire Terrier a bit. Just make sure that he knows that you are the master, and he is the pet.
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The Virginian-Pilot reported a heroic story of a Pit Bull that saved a store owner from a deadly attack.
Two intruders entered a screen printing shop in Virginia Beach. Their intentions are not entirely known but they were armed and dangerous.
They were immediately confronted by Rico, a one year old Pit bull waking up from a nap. The intruders shot Rico in the head with a .45-caliber handgun. But this was not enough to prevent Rico from fulfilling his duty as guard dog. This brave Pit Bull bit down on one of the attackers arms, allowing the shop employees time to escape.
“I know for a fact he saved our lives,” said a shop owner. “It was amazing, because I’ve never seen him act out aggressively.”
Other than possible vision loss in his left eye Rico is very healthy. He has already been released from the vet.
There have been no arrests in the robbery. The thieves were unable to steal anything of significant value.
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The city of Virginia Beach is paying all of Rico’s vet bills. There is also a fundraiser being held in his honor for any additional or ongoing costs. If the intruders are caught they will be forced to pay.
This is one of example of many recent positive news stories spotlighting the heroic acts of Pit Bulls. These accounts of Pit Bulls putting their life at risk for humans are helping to clear up bad rumors concerning the breed.
While the news is also full with Pit Bull attacks and fighting the public needs to know there are responsibly trained Pit Bulls saving lives!
A little known fact about Pit Bulls is that their bloodline does not naturally contain the instincts to attack humans. These instincts are caused by inhumane owners. These same instincts would show in German Shepherds and other aggressive breeds if they were subjected to the same abuse.
Owners who participate in dog fighting are actually hurting the Pit Bull bloodline by breeding abused and aggressive Pit Bulls. Before dog fighting Pit Bulls became popular breeders had nearly rid the bloodline of these overly aggressive Pit Bulls that would attack humans.
This is why the Humane Society and other Pit Bull advocate groups speak so harshly against dog fighting. In effect humans are creating Pit Bulls that will become overly aggressive[spin]. By eliminating Pit Bull fighting this breed will have the opportunity to clear its name.
Support the Pit Bull breed by learning how to properly train your Pit Bull and reporting any possible dog fighting in your area to the police.
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Yorkshire Terriers are born black, gradually attaining their blue tan coloration as they mature.
The ultra long, fine, silky coat parts along the spine falls straight down on either side. it is steal blue on the body tail, tan elsewhere. Puppies are usually black tan. The tail is usually docked to half its length. If the dogs are not for showing, the owners usually go for the shaggy look.
Yorkshire Terriers are fantastic little companion dogs. The numerous desirable qualities adaptability of the Yorkie have seen it become two of the most popular of all dog breeds worldwide – for cool reason.
Yorkshire Terriers are a magnificent blend of high energy, cheeky terrier personality affectionate, loving toy dog. Yorkie owners will tell you that they often switch between the two extremes in the blink of an eye!
The muzzle isn’t long with a black nose. Eyes are medium sized dark in color. The ears are small, V-shaped carried erect. they are not far apart, covered with short hair, deep in color usually a rich tan. The mouth is either a scissor or level bite. The neck has cool reach while the body is compact with a level back. The tail is customarily docked to medium length with lots of hair.
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The Yorkies long, glossy coat goes all the way to the ground requires daily brushing. The hair on its head is usually tied up or parted down the middle all the way to the tail flowing straight evenly on both sides. It has steal blue on the body tail but tan everywhere else. There maybe be an gold color around the face. The head is small flat.
Yorkshire Terriers can be small indeed, usually not weighing over about 5 or 6 pounds (less than 3kg.) A Yorkie can easily be carried in a large coat pocket or a small bag.
The legs are straight well covered in hair of rich golden tans ending a few shades lighter at the roots. The hair on the body is moderately long, perfectly straight no waves. It has a glossy, silky texture. The hair on head muzzle grow long to meet the length of the body. Some owners if not showing their Yorkie will keep the head trimmed.
Their coats are typically black or grey on the body, with more brown gold on the faces legs, but this can vary. The fur in a show dog is usually straight can grow long. Yorkies can also have wavy fur, although clubs do not recognize this variation. In either case, Yorkie fur is soft, fine, high-maintenance, must either be trimmed short or washed brushed frequently.
The Yorkie is a small compact dog that usually weighs anywhere from 5 to 7lbs. they tend to hold themselves upright with a proud posture most of the time, which gives them an impressive stature. they have an long coat that’s colored silver on the most part of their bodies as well as a tanned color on their neck, head legs region. Their amazing coat is what sets a Yorkshire Terrier puppy for sale apart from any of the other terrier breeds of dogs, although however impressive it may look, it can also be a hindrance especially for owners, who may find it difficult to maintain keep free of knots dirt.
there’s of coursework ways to lower the aggression level in your Yorkshire Terrier two of these ways is to interact it with other dogs from an early age. This will give it an opportunity to grow be shaped by its environment instead of allowing the dogs genetics to take over. over likely the most aggressive Yorkshire Terriers are the ones that have been kept isolated from contact with any other dogs for most of its life. So take the time to invest in training your Yorkshire terrier.
So they know how Yorkies look, but what about their personalities? Well like any breed of Terrier, they can be a little aggressive at times often antisocial when it comes to conversing with other dogs. Although personalities differ from dog to dog, most Yorkshire Terrier puppies will tend to have some form of aggression in their nature. In fact it’s not strange to see a Yorkie attack a dog that’s much larger than itself!
Although there’s some health concerns related to Yorkshire Terriers, there’s also benefits two being that due to their light weight frames, they are less susceptible to arthritis, which is common in many other breeds of dogs. Needles to say, Teacup Yorkie Puppies are cool.
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There may come a point in time when you decide that you want to breed your Yorkshire Terriers. Hopefully, before you start breeding in a helter skelter fashion, you’ve taken the time to learn as much as possible about the breed, and you have also had mentoring from a successful breeder.
If this is the case, you obviously need a male and female Yorkshire Terrier. Before you breed these dogs, you will have them checked out thoroughly by your veterinarian, and there will be numerous medical tests performed to determine if these dogs have any genetic defects that may be passed on to their litter. With a clean bill of health, there are other factors that you must consider.
Ideally, good breeders breed Yorkies that have matched temperaments, and those temperaments are pleasant. You should avoid breeding Yorkies that are nervous, shy, or aggressive, as these traits can be passed onto the litter as surely as a genetic defect can be passed on. Finally, the male and the female must actually get along well together, or you will most likely not be successful.
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Not every Yorkshire Terrier should be bred, and not all can legally be bred. When you purchase your Yorkshire Terriers, they may already be spayed or neutered. A good breeder will alter Yorkies who are not championship quality. They will also alter Yorkies for which the new owner has not purchased the breeding rights. The breeders who use these practices are not trying to corner the market on Yorkies. The fact is that a responsible breeder will not give breeding rights to just anyone, or to just any Yorkie.
You may think that your Yorkies can be bred – or should be bred – simply because they are registered, and they do have a pedigree. While these are necessary for breeding purebred Yorkshire Terriers, it does not mean that the dogs should be bred. Just because a dog has a pedigree, it does not mean that he has the qualities that are absolutely sought in the breed. Expert breeders breed their dogs in an attempt to improve the breed.
Many people mistakenly think that there is money to be made in breeding Yorkshire Terriers. These dogs do have a high price tag, but in reality, there isn’t any money being made by responsible breeders. The high quality breeding stock will cost a pretty penny, and taking care of them and their litters will also eat into those expected profits. A good breeder keeps the puppies for about three months of their lives, and during that time, these puppies will have veterinarian care, vaccinations, may be spayed or neutered, and will often be microchipped – all at the expense of the breeder.
Breeding also takes up a great deal of time, and a good breeder must be absolutely dedicated to the Yorkshire Terrier breed. The dogs and puppies must be cared for and cleaned up after, but they must also have love and attention from humans for the purpose of socialization. When the puppies are ready to be sold, a good breeder will actually interview prospective families to place the puppies in good homes.
As you can see, there is a great deal more to breeding than putting a male and female together and then running an ad to sell the puppies. Don’t fall into this trap. Take the time to get mentoring from a successful Yorkshire Terrier breeder first.
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The 10-week old Labrador named Lancey is the very first commercially cloned dog from BioArts International via the Best Friends Again program. The new cloned dog owners, Edgar and Nina Otto were one of five families to bid and win an auction held by BioArts International in July for a chance to clone their family dog. According to their website, 4 clones were purchased via auctions and one is available for $180,000!
Best Friends Again offers limited pet cloning services and specialty animals for the general public. If you are not sure what a cloned dog actually is, cloning is the process of creating a new animal that is a genetic duplicate of a pre-existing animal. In other words, my dog Spanky passes away, I send off his DNA and these scientist can re-create Spanky for me.
I am honestly having a hard time contemplating dog cloning for many reasons. One main reason I can see people opting to clone an animal is during their grieving when they have just lost a pet. To just replace it seems like a quick fix to mend a broken heart, and BioArts International walks away with $180,000.
Not to mention the fact a cloned animal is NOT an exact dog as the one you may have had before. he may look the same, but there is no way possible to re-produce the exact same dog with the same personality, ect.
When I was looking over their site, I did find a similar question and here was their reply to it…
Although we’re sensitive to the grief felt by people whose pets have died, most of our clients seek our services while their pets are still alive. Regardless, we help all prospective clients make informed choices based on realistic expectations about cloning. We decline business from people who want us to bring specific pets back to life. Nobody can do that. Our goal is to produce new pets possessing the same genes as previous pets. That’s what our clients want and it’s a service we can realistically perform.
What are your thoughts on dog cloning? Do you think it is a great idea or playing with nature?
Do you ever get tired of going outside every hour with your dog? We live on 15 acres, with our entire back-yard fenced in. Many days our dogs just want to run in and out of the house like kids. It seems like when I sit down, the next dog is ready to go out. I knew there had to be a way to make it easier for my dog to get in and out of our home.
Installing a dog door is one way to allow free access to outdoors, but what about the critters that can also get in and out of that doggy door? We live in the middle of the boon-docks, and all kinds of creatures and reptiles seem to make their ways into our homes!
The Staywell Infra-Red Dog Door
The manual locking system comes with 4 ways to lock it:
Now, they are kinda pricey. They range from $150-$300 depending on the manufacture of the infrared door.So why should you purchase this nifty doggy device? Simple…the infra-red dog door is set-up to only open with the key so you are ensured that no surprises will be in your home. Protecting your home is a important part of life and the infrared dog door will keep all unwanted menaces out of your home and allow your dog free access to outdoors.
This dog door can fit in windows, walls, or doors and gives you more control over your dog’s movements allowing you to install them though out the house. If company is coming you can put up and deny them access while you visit or simply let them in and out to use the restroom. This device truly will help you and your dog; giving them more freedom and you more space.
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