Build a Strong Bond with Your Dog
by shibashake

To establish a good bond with our dog, we need love as well as a good dose of rules and structure. We discuss some dog bonding tips and how they can help us establish a good and healthy relationship with our dog.

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What Is Dog Cruelty?
by shibashake

Dog cruelty is often defined as inflicting unnecessary pain and suffering on your dog(s). Dog cruelty laws differ broadly from country to country, and indeed it even differs from county to county in the United States. Most dog cruelty laws pertain to extreme physical violence on the dog, resulting in serious wounds or even death. [...]

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Dog Amputation – Siberian Husky Shania
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Dog amputation is always a very difficult decision. I had to make that decision for my Siberian Husky, Shania, when she was only a few months old. I seriously considered returning Shania because I didn’t know how amputation would affect her life, my life, and everything else. This is the story of Shania, her leg amputation, her bravery, her wonderful spirit, and her general awesomeness!

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Home Dog Grooming Tips
by shibashake

Grooming is an important part of a dog’s care and health. When grooming your dogs at home, be aware that they can be sensitive to handling and restraint. Make sure that grooming is introduced very slowly to a dog and always make it a fun experience. Make dog grooming sessions very short and very rewarding [...]

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What to Feed a Dog to Keep Him Healthy and Happy
by shibashake

What to feed a dog? There are four dog feeding strategies – kibble, wet dog food, homemade dog food, and raw diet (BARF). There is no definitive answer as to which method is best. We summarize each class of dog food, and present their pros and cons.

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Walking with a 3 Legged Dog
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Walking a three legged dog on-leash can sometimes be a challenge. Three legged dogs find it easier to walk at a faster pace, and may have difficulty turning quickly. They also have less balance, and are more prone to falling down. 1. Use a harness. Using a harness is very helpful for giving your three [...]

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3 Legged Dog Care, Tripod Dog Care
by shibashake

How to care for a three legged dog so that she can live a happy and healthy life. I have a three legged Siberian Husky called Shania. She is an awesome friend and I am glad that she shares her life with me. Here are some of the things I learned from her.

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Cesar Millan vs. Santa Claus
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Cesar Millan is the Dog Whisperer and Santa Claus is the Child Listener, Who is better and more powerful? We consider the important issue of Cesar vs. Santa here.

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Cool Dog –
Keep Your Dog Cool in the Summer
by shibashake

Dogs have more trouble staying cool than we do. They mostly dissipate heat through their paws, underbelly, and by panting. Here are some tips on how to keep your dog cool during the hot summer months.

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Dog Vengeance Poop
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A conversation with my dogs about separation anxiety and why they left ‘vengeance poop’ all over my carpet. My dogs explain why they get anxious when I leave them alone at unexpected times, and why the vengeance poop is not a pay-back at all, but rather a symptom of anxiety.

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