 Puppies are very similar to babies - when babies are not content, they cry. When puppies are not content, they whine. If they think they are starving, if they are hot or cold or if they are tired they whine. This is the way that they communicate with their mothers, who promptly respond with something to eat, a cuddle or two and security. As the mother responds continuously, the puppy begins to realize that her whines bring help from her mother, so the puppy will continue to whine, knowing that the mother will respond. Adopting a puppy at 8 to 10 weeks will bring her a possible new realization. The whining doesn't necessarily work with her new 'pack,' or that her whining brings her new mother (you) to her aid.
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The beagle dog breed dates back historically to 19th century England. The breed was registered with the American Kennel Club in the 1880s. It is thought that beagles are derived from inter-breeding of several kinds of harrier and other hunting dogs. Beagles have gained popularity not only for the skill on the hunt but also for their sociable temperament. These sturdy dogs have an independent spirit yet they are pack animals too. This makes beagles excellent family pets since they view their human family members as part of their pack.
Basic dog obedience training is certainly a necessity for all dogs.
Basic dog obedience training is more than just telling a dog to do what
we want him to do. It is a way of teaching a dog to behave properly or
in a way we deem proper under certain specific conditions or
circumstances. A dog who has undertaken good training is confident and friendly
and can be given greater social freedom than a dog who has not been
trained at all.
The time has changed and the leaves have fallen off the trees. It is
the time of year to get ready for winter. In a large part of the
country snow will be on ground soon and the temperatures will get below
freezing. Your dog and cat know it is winter. They get their winter
coat and react to the shorter daylight the same as us. Some dog owners
leave their pet out for exteneded periods of time thinking that animals
are adapted to living outdoors.
Have you ever been riding your bicycle around the block when a dog comes running out of it's yard and starts chasing you down the street? Maybe you're walking down the street when you spot a rather large dog a few houses away. The dog appears to be unattended and you don't know if it's friendly. Has this ever happened to you? Your walking your small dog (on a leash) down the street when suddenly your confronted by a strange, free roaming dog and it's growling and in the attack position. What do you do? What can you do?
