walking and leashes by @FunDogs The Fun Times Guide to Dogs

Warning: See How Simple, Everyday Dog Collars Can Be Dangerous

the a/c vent destin got his tongue caught in while licking

In this photo, you can see that Destin is leary of approaching 2 of his favorite "toys" because they are a little too close for comfort to the floor vent -- which had "attacked" him the day before. (More on that in a minute.) It's strange to see Destin so timid like this, because he absolutely loves that green Ninja head. He carries it around everywhere. Then he'll drop it out of his mouth, watch wherever it bounces to, and retrieve it -- just to do it all over again. This is how he regularly … [Read more...]

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Thinking Of Walking Your Dog Regularly? Some Tips Before You Start Walking Dogs

With the arrival of spring, many of us dog owners will start walking our dogs regularly again. Not only is walking your dog fun, but it's also great exercise -- for both of you! (This is especially great if you or your dog happened to put on a few extra pounds during the winter months!) Following are some tips to help you walk your dog without all that tugging. … [Read more...]

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VIDEOS: How To Do Loose Leash Walking With Your Dog & Put An End To Pulling Once And For All!

When walking your dog on a leash, do you keep the leash tight? Most people do. It's usually the style of leash walking that most dogs gravitate to -- where the dog is in the lead, and you're on the other end of the leash following (or being pulled!) along. Have you ever tried loose leash walking? The fact is dogs actually need to be taught how to walk on a leash the right way. With loose leash walking, your dog trots next to you at the same exact pace that you are walking while the … [Read more...]

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Clicker Leash: It’s A Double-Duty Dog Leash With A Built-In Clicker!

What makes the Clicker Leash unique is one thing: the fact that it has built-in clicker! It's just like the clickers used when training a dog. Only this one will never get lost, because it's permanently attached to the leash! With the clicker itself lodged into the handle of the Clicker Leash, you're basically combining the advantages of clicker training with an everyday dog leash -- so it's easy to take your dog for a walk and train him at the same time. The theory behind the Clicker … [Read more...]

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All The Fun Places You Can Take Your Dog For A Day… Or A Vacation

Trying to think of someplace fun that you can go and take your dog with you? Following are some dog-friendly places to consider for a day-trip -- or a vacation -- with your four-legged friend. Speaking of vacations with your dog, did you know there are actually summer camps for dog owners and their dogs?! It's true. Here's a sampler of summer dog camps that both you and your dog will enjoy. Now, onto all the fun places you can take your dog closer to home... … [Read more...]

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Retractable Dog Leash Dangers & Important Safety Tips You Need To Know

Have you ever used a retractable dog leash and couldn't get it to lock in place when you needed to? If so, you're not alone. Retractable dog leashes have a tendency to not stay locked in place. Sometimes, they may unwind at exactly the wrong time! If your retractable leash does not lock in place all the time, then you could find yourself (and your dog) in a dangerous situation. Chances are your dog could dart out in front of oncoming traffic. I started to use a … [Read more...]

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5 Most Common Dog Behavior Issues & DIY Dog Training Tips From Cesar Millan

Are you having some behavioral issues with your dog? You're not alone. Good news: the Dog Whisperer Cesar Millan takes on the most common issues that dog owners experience in his Common Canine Misbehaviors DVD. It's the 5th DVD in the Mastering Leadership complete 5-volume set. According to Cesar, the 5 most common issues owners face with their dogs are: Aggression Toward Other Dogs - Your dog mirrors what you are feeling. Remember to stay calm when your dog behaves … [Read more...]

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How To Train Your Dog To Walk On A Leash… Without Pulling!

Training your dog to walk on a leash without pulling can take some time. One thing to remember is you do not want to have a tight leash. If you have a tight leash, you are training your dog to pull. Some tips to help you train your dog to walk on a leash: Pratice indoors first. Try dropping a treat behind you and then walking ahead. If your dog pulls: stop and wait for him to come to you or wait for slack in the leash. If he pulls on the leash: turn around and … [Read more...]

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Moving With Your Dog? Here’s How To Help Your Dog Adjust Before, During & After The Move

Jim and Lynnette will be moving into a new house soon. They've asked me for some tips to help them get Tenor through the move, with the least amount of stress. Here are my tips for moving with your dog... Are you moving to a new home and not sure how to get your dog acquainted with the situation? The biggest mistake I see people make is feeling guilty towards the dog and interpreting the dog's behavior into human emotions. First, the feeling guilty part puts you in an unstable emotional … [Read more...]

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With The Gentle Leader Head Collar, Your Dog Follows (Rather Than Leads) On Walks

When we first started taking 2 dogs on walks at the same time, we decided to try the Gentle Leader head collar.At the time, one of our dogs was a fairly strong "tugger" on the leash, and the other was still a puppy, but he was starting to follow suit and lead more than follow on walks as well.I'll cut to the chase: The Gentle Leader head collar definitely transformed how both of our dogs walk on a leash with us. This was clear from the very first day we used it!Here's how it went for … [Read more...]

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