Archive: August, 2010
3 Reasons Why Your K9 Barks
A barking dog can be very annoying, even if it is your own dog that’s making all the noise! It’s important that you work out why your dog is barking before you try to stop it, because if you take the wrong approach, it won’t work.
Caring For A Newborn K9 Puppy
When it comes to raising puppies, being a mom is instinctive for most dogs. This means you may not have to be actively involved in caring for your new litter, but you do need to keep a close eye on the K9 family to make sure everything is okay.
Training A K9 To Bite On Command
The most common question I get is. How do I teach my dog to bite on command? Training a dog to bite on command is very easy. The hard part is getting your K9 to let go.
K9 Cesarean Sections
There are times when, in spite of your best efforts, your dog has trouble giving birth to her babies. If this happens, she may need a cesarean section.
K9 Whelping
When it’s time for your dog to give birth, you need to be prepared for all eventualities. Prepare a whelping kit which includes clean towels, surgical gloves, a hemostat, clean scissors and some clean cotton thread. Don’t forget to keep the phone number of your nearest emergency vet handy, should your bitch need help to deliver her babies.
The K9 Pregnancy
New breeders often feel a little anxious when their dog is pregnant. They want everything to go well, and watch carefully for any sign of a problem. Fortunately most dogs have uneventful pregnancies, and there is no cause for concern.
Choosing A Stud Dog
When you breed working dogs, your aim is to produce offspring that are healthy in body and mind, and can be trained to do their job well. To do this, you need to start with healthy parents.
Choosing A Breeding Bitch For Your Working Dog
As a breeder of working dogs, your bitch is your future. Her ability to conceive and produce a litter will ensure the future of your breeding program. This makes it vital that you choose your breeding bitch carefully.
Mating A Male And Female K9
When it comes to mating dogs, some breeders put their male and female dog together and just let nature take its course. This can be a bit hit and miss. As a breeder of working dogs, you want to maximize the chances of a successful mating and to do this, you need to supervise the mating process.
The 2 Most Common K9 Behavioral Problems
Behavioral problems are one of the most common causes of euthanasia in dogs. There are two main behavioral conditions that veterinarians are regularly asked to deal with, and these are aggression and separation anxiety. Let’s look at them one by one.
5 Common K9 Injuries
Dogs go through life as if they are invincible; however their owners are well aware that they are not! Injuries do happen, and they can be as minor as a cut to the skin, or as severe as a fractured bone. These are the most common injuries that your dog will have to contend with.
What To Do If Your Dog Gets Hit By Car
It is every dog owner’s worst nightmare. You hear the screech of brakes followed by a thud, and rush out to see your dog lying injured by the side of the road. Your distress can make it hard to think straight!
