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Training Tips

August 20, 2009
Posted by MyCompanion

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Dog training is important for you and your family to be able to enjoy the greatest benefits of having a dog. Well-trained dogs are much safer around family and kids, show trust and mutual respect, and are happier because they feel they have a purpose in life: doing their “job” of following commands and providing companionship. Your dog wants to be an integral part of your “pack,” or family, and he’ll have fun learning obedience commands with proper training. There are some general rules to achieve this.

First, always praise and reward your dog when he follows a command. In the beginning of training, it’s more effective to reward him with dog treats or kibble. After a while, you can phase out the treats and just start giving him lavish praise when he does something right. Always be consistent to make training simple and easy for your dog, and provide instant feedback about whether he has done something right or wrong. Lastly, take training slowly. Master one command at a time with your dog, and then build upon that with other commands. Doing too much at once will only overwhelm and confuse your dog.


Your Dog’s Diet

July 27, 2009
Posted by dog-gone
Canned Dog Food vs Dry Dog Food

Canned Dog Food vs Dry Dog Food

Canned Dog Food vs Dry Dog Food

Canned Dog Food vs Dry Dog Food

Your dog’s diet affects every aspect of his well being.  When choosing the best diet for your dog, you have several options.  You want a diet that offers your dog the  greatest positive effect on his health.  Do you feed him canned dog food or dried dog food?

A significant advantage of canned food is the quality.  Often times canned dog food offers large chunks of real meat.  There are fewer additives and fillers found in most canned dog food.  This gives your dog a healthy, balanced diet.  If your dog has oral health issues then the canned food is much easier for him to eat and maintain good health.

The dry dog food also has its advantages.  The dry dog food helps keep your dog’s teeth healthy by removing tartar and plaque.  Storage of the dry dog food is easier, which allows traveling with your pet much more convenient.  You can find high quality dry dog food at a reasonable price.

Whether you choose canned dog food or dry dog food for your dog, visit with your vet and see which he recommends for your dog.  Remember selecting a high-quality diet determines if your dog has a long and happy life.  The basic vitamins and minerals and  other nutritional supplements should be maintained in his diet for optimum health.


Feed Your Dogs the Good Stuff!

May 27, 2009
Posted by MyCompanion

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More and more people are recognizing the need for natural food products as opposed to those inundated with chemicals and preservatives. Just as people are shifting their priorities to eating more fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains as opposed to processed foods, it’s important that our favorite pets also receive the proper nutrition. Dogs have similar nutritional needs when compared to people, however, dogs do not need to eat as often. But when feeding the dog, make sure to give then all natural dog food. Natural dog food doesn’t contain the chemicals or preservatives found in standard dog food. In addition, natural dog food is created with all natural ingredients, which ensures that the food is safe and nutritious.

There has been a rash of contaminated dog food of late, and now more than ever, it’s important to provide our favorite pets with natural dog food to ensure their health. Natural dog food is available from most manufactures, and can be purchased in bulk online or at pet stores. Natural dog food costs a little more than standard dog food, but it’s impossible to put a price on the health of a loved one.