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Hungarian Vizsla Aims To Prove He's 'Fit For Function: Fit For Life' at DFS Crufts
The Kennel Club (Uk) &bull 29 Minutes Ago
Champion Bitcon Gold Coast at Northey, handled by Andrew McDonald, has followed achieving the title of Champion in the show ring by winning the first place award at the Kennel Clubs Open AV HPR (Any Variety Hunt Point Retrieve) Stake… Full Story »
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Noah's Wish Disaster Response Training
City Dog Blog &bull Yesterday
In the current issue of CityDog Magazine, we include a piece on what to do when disaster strikes. Now you can take it one step further by becoming part of a skilled and professional animal disaster response team by attending… Full Story »
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Pre-Veterinary Medical Association
Setter Tails &bull Mar 9, 2010
Last night Barbara and I went to North Carolina State University in Raleigh to give a talk to the Pre-Veterinary Medical Association. Well, she gave the talk and I got to be the demo dog. We left Ambrose at home… Full Story »
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New Dog Agility Exercise Study to be Conducted at the Zoom Room
Dog News From Around The World &bull Mar 9, 2010
The Zoom Room is delighted to announce that it will be hosting the first ever scientific research study into the physiological responses (of humans) when practicing dog agility. One week from today, on Thursday, March 11, exercise physiology researchers from… Full Story »
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Three more birthday pictures...
Donna Smith &bull Mar 8, 2010
Annette sent these today! Me with the gang at Gull Lake... River helping with the cake, since it was her birthday too... Me with Dan Waters and Erich Kunzel, two great tracking and training gurus...Dan is the President of the… Full Story »
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Murder Most Fowl
Terrierman's Daily Dose &bull Mar 7, 2010
Information on working terriers, dogs, natural history, hunting, and the environment, with occasional political commentary as I see fit. This web log is associated with the Terrierman.com web site. Please see this web site for more information on working terriers, or to order the book. Painting by Jean-Baptiste Huet,… Full Story »
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Jamaican Dog Sled Team to Run Iditarod
Terrierman's Daily Dose &bull Mar 7, 2010
Information on working terriers, dogs, natural history, hunting, and the environment, with occasional political commentary as I see fit. This web log is associated with the Terrierman.com web site. Please see this web site for more information on working terriers,… Full Story »
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Does your dog have dog breath? Does your cat have dog breath
Topix Wire: Dogs &bull Feb 25, 2010
Veterinarian: 'Flip the lip' on your pet dogs, catsBy Jamie Lampros (Standard-Examiner correspondent)Last Edit: Feb 24 2010 - 11:06pm OGDEN -- Does your dog have dog breath? Does your cat have dog breath?..........."The very best way to get a pet… Full Story »
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Skye - 1 year old female Boxer cross Cane Corso
Dogsblog &bull Feb 25, 2010Skye is a 1 year old female Boxer cross Cane Corso. Due to a change in the family circumstances this young dog is unfortunately looking for a new home. She is a large soppy dog with an excellent temperament but… Full Story »
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Wales Bans Electric Dog Training Collars Completely
K-9 &bull Feb 25, 2010
Dog Years. We all know the expression, most of us know the maths - 1 human year = 7 dog years (roughly). Wales' Rural Affairs Minister announces complete ban on the use of Electronic Collars for dogs and cats: Wales'… Full Story »
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Kennel Clubs Leading Campaign Collared in Wales
The Kennel Club (Uk) &bull Feb 25, 2010
The Minister has today laid the legislation, the Animal Welfare (Electronic Collars) (Wales) Regulations 2010 before the Assembly, which will need to consider and agree the legislation before a ban can be implemented. There is genuinely a large degree of… Full Story »
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Our dog obedience
www.facebook.com via @SuncoastHumane &bull Feb 25, 2010Suncoast Humane Society Our dog obedience, AKC Canine Good Citizen Training started last night. I haven't gotten any stories yet, but when I do I'll be sure to share. However, I've been getting some great videos from all of our… Full Story »
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The Three Parts of Operant Conditioning
Terrierman's Daily Dose &bull Feb 25, 2010
What we call "dog training" is also called "operant conditioning." For all the mumbo-jumbo you hear about dog training, there are are only three basic parts to it: positive reinforcement, aversive reinforcement, and extinction. Positive reinforcement is any kind of consequence that causes a behavior to occur more often. Examples include food, praise, and play. In some situations, positive reinforcement can be the removal of an aversive reinforcement. Aversive reinforcement is a consequence that causes a behavior to occur less often. Examples include a leash pop, a harsh sound, or any kind of nonverbal aversive communication made through body movement… Full Story »
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Driver Training
Ripley The Dog's Life &bull Feb 25, 2010
When we're riding in the car, Roxie likes to stand on the console by the driver. She likes to kiss the driver's face and ears. This distracts the driver which could cause an accident. So, my mom and dad are… Full Story »
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The Brussels Griffon
Poodle-Oo &bull Feb 24, 2010Unlike a monkey, the Brussels Griffon smells just fine and wont empty your cabinets for fun. These little dogs have more than their share of cute. They stand 9-10 inches, and weigh a solid 9-12 pounds. Their faces somewhat resemble… Full Story »
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Killer Whales and the Limits of "Click and Treat"
Terrierman's Daily Dose &bull Feb 24, 2010
Information on working terriers, dogs, natural history, hunting, and the environment, with occasional political commentary as I see fit. This web log is associated with the Terrierman.com web site. Please see this web site for more information on working terriers,… Full Story »
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A Year and a Day
Setter Tails &bull Feb 24, 2010
It has been one year and one day since I came to live with Barbara and Niamh! This Barbara's favorite picture of me when I was a puppy. I am trying to cuddle up to Niamh. I missed my brothers… Full Story »
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Kita - 19 month old female Japanese Akita
Dogsblog &bull Feb 24, 2010This is Kita, a beautiful young 19 month old Akita girl looking for a new home due to a change in her owners circumstances. Impeccably well behaved, Kitas owner has obviously spent time and effort on training, resulting in a… Full Story »
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Billy - 16 week old male Cross-Breed
Dogsblog &bull Feb 24, 2010This is Billy and he is a 16-week old male Cross-Breed. He is cheeky and friendly; a typical lively young puppy. Billy is fine with other dogs and cats. He needs a home with someone who is home all day.… Full Story »
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Tyler - 8 month old male Labrador Cross
Dogsblog &bull Feb 24, 2010This is Tyler and he is a 8 month old male Labrador Cross. He is good with people and other dogs. He is a lovely boy who knows basic commands but would benefit from further training and will need a… Full Story »
