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		<title>Feng Shui For Your Pets</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[In the recent years, Feng Shui, has become more and more popular as they are used inside the home, in gardens, at work places, and even in cars. This is not a shock for a lot of people since Feng Shui designs do bring about a certain amount of equilibrium and harmony&#8230;at least for human [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In the recent years, Feng Shui, has become more and more popular as they are used inside the home, in gardens, at work places, and even in cars. This is not a shock for a lot of people since Feng Shui designs do bring about a certain amount of equilibrium and harmony&#8230;at least for human beings. But how about your pets? Can you Feng Shui your pet&#8217;s environment for much better health and harmony? <a href="http://ezinearticles.com/?Feng-Shui---Pets,-Mirrors-and-the-Big-Mess---Oh-My&#038;id=4674690">Feng Shui pets</a>, really?</p>
<p>The short response is yes. Chi passes through all life, humans and pets included. What will work for the human in the house can also be good for the pet. Let&#8217;s say, clutter. Too much clutter in your dog&#8217;s sleeping place for example, brings him disharmony. So get rid of any clutter around their sleeping area to permit chi to flow. For more guidance that goes beyond the <a href="http://fengshuimirror.com/">Feng Shui mirror</a> and your pets, visit http://www.fengshuimirror.com.</p>
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		<title>Why Physical Dog Obedience Training Will Get You Nowhere</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:23:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Pet Safety</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[While no one wants a dog that is aggressive, wild and out of control, you have to be careful with how you train the dog.  There are certain methods of dog obedience training that will do nothing but harm.  Unlike what some may think, physical obedience is going to accomplish nothing but place [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>While no one wants a dog that is aggressive, wild and out of control, you have to be careful with how you train the dog.  There are certain methods of <a href="http://petloveblog.com/dog-training-courses">dog obedience training</a> that will do nothing but harm.  Unlike what some may think, physical obedience is going to accomplish nothing but place further fear into your dog&#8217;s eyes.</p>
<p>There is no need to hit your dog regardless of how badly they have acted.  You never want to hit, spank or kick your dog no matter what the situation is.  The only time you should come in contact with them is to pet them, stroke them and give them love and care.</p>
<p>Obviously the reason people hit their pets is to get their point across while releasing any anger or frustration.  However, all this will do is teach your dog to shy away and fear you whenever your hand rises.  In addition, you may get the opposite effect and your dog may begin to snap back at you for protection.</p>
<p>Of course, dogs cannot tell you to stop or say they are sorry.  For this reason, their only response to physical dog obedience training is shying away or stepping up.  You cannot blame an innocent animal no matter what they did.  Peeing on the carpet, knocking over the trash can, or tearing apart shoes does not deserve a slap or kick.</p>
<p>Instead of being physical, you are much better expressing your anger through tone of voice.  With the correct tone of voice, you can stop a dog from doing whatever it is they have done.  They are far more likely to get the message and learn from your displeasure if you use your words.</p>
<p>You have to remember that you are the leader and a dog respects someone that will treat them as a child.  If you really want your dog to listen and learn, it is up to you to act responsibly and voice your emotions as opposed to spanking or hitting them.</p>
<p>The last thing to keep in mind if you are going to train your dog properly is to use a solid and steady tone rather than yelling at them.  Emotional abuse can be just as harmful as physical abuse.  For this reason, make sure you have a point to what you are saying and you get your point across in a subtle manner.</p>
<p>The only type of physical contact you should ever have with your dog is love and care.  No matter how angry you are with them regardless of what they have done, you will get nowhere with physical abuse.</p>
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		<title>Why Crate Training Is So Important To Training A Dog</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:17:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Pet Safety</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are several vital things you will want to do with your dog when first getting it.  You will want to socialize them, begin basic training, and simply introduce them to your home.  Something else that is extremely important to training a dog is practicing crate training.
This is one of the most effective [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are several vital things you will want to do with your dog when first getting it.  You will want to socialize them, begin basic training, and simply introduce them to your home.  Something else that is extremely important to training a dog is practicing <a href="http://petloveblog.com/dog-training-courses">crate training</a>.</p>
<p>This is one of the most effective ways you will introduce your puppy or dog to the new home. The reason this is so efficient is because it uses the natural instinct of the dog to achieve what you are hoping to accomplish rather than you forcing them to do something.  </p>
<p>In order to get the best results from crate training a dog, you need to get into a good routine.  Having a routine to follow will help the dog learn when it needs to go to the bathroom while avoiding going in the wrong places.  </p>
<p>Throughout the process, it is vital you praise your dog every time they go to the bathroom at the right time in the right spot.  This will help them understand they have done a good job which will lead to them doing it the right way every time.</p>
<p>The idea behind crate training is to confine them when they are unsupervised.  You will want to place them in their crate whenever you leave the house or at night when you are sleeping.  As soon as you return home or wake up, you want to immediately remove them and take the outside to go to the bathroom.</p>
<p>Leaving a dog in its crate for too long of a period can lead to them going to the bathroom in their crate.  After all, they cannot hold it forever.  You want to use the crate as a tool to train them, not to abuse them by leaving them in it forever.  Leaving them in too long will certainly be a setback.</p>
<p>Another tip to get results out of your crate training is to associate pleasant rewards and good things with good behavior.  If you provide them with a treat or a toy after they have gone to the bathroom in the right spot, they will learn that good things come from going to the bathroom at the right time in the right place.</p>
<p>You have to understand that you are going to deal with accidents in the beginning phases as it takes time for them to learn.  Make sure you do not punish them too harshly, but firmly let them know what they did was bad.  This way they learn but do not become afraid of what you will do to harm them.  Just understand that crate training is an extremely effective way to go about <a href="http://petloveblog.com/dog-training-zone">training a dog</a>.</p>
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		<title>Tips To Help With Potty Training Your Dog</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:10:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Pet Safety</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[No matter what kind of dog you have, one of the most difficult tasks you will be faced with is potty training your dog.  As with kids, it takes time to potty train your dog and help them learn where the appropriate place to go to the bathroom is.  If you are going [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>No matter what kind of dog you have, one of the most difficult tasks you will be faced with is potty training your dog.  As with kids, it takes time to potty train your dog and help them learn where the appropriate place to go to the bathroom is.  If you are going to have any luck at all, you have to start by taking them out frequently.</p>
<p>When first getting your puppy or new dog, you want to get in the habit of taking them outside as much as possible.  This will help them learn that outside is where they go to the bathroom.  Instead of just going inside, they will quickly realize where the appropriate place to go to the bathroom is.  </p>
<p>Although we all wish our puppies could hold it for an eight hour period, the fact of the matter is they cannot.  It is up to you to keep an eye on your puppy as all it takes is a few seconds for them to do their business.  By watching any warning signs or hints that they may need to go outside, you will be able to stop them before they go.</p>
<p>It is important you do not vary their diet while potty training your dog.  This will create a change in their system which will ultimately fluctuate their bathroom cycle.  Maintaining a consistent diet will help them get used to the food they are eating allowing their stomach to properly digest the food.</p>
<p>Although every parent wants to give their little puppy treats for being cute, make sure you are only giving them treats for going into the crate.  Too many treats will mess with their diet as well.  For this reason, keep your treat-giving to a minimum.</p>
<p>Something that many people do not do is associate their dog with the words &#8220;go outside.&#8221;  It is imperative you take your dog on walks to give them more exercise.  Every time you are going to take them for a walk, you want to ask them if they want to go outside.  In addition, learn to say this every time you let them out to go to the bathroom.  This will help them realize it is time to go to the bathroom.</p>
<p>The last tip to help you with potty training your dog is praising them every time they do go outside.  Reinforcing good behavior will help them realize where the appropriate place to go to the bathroom is.  Punish them for going inside and praise them when they alert you that they need to go outside.</p>
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		<title>The Do’s And Don’ts To Socializing Your Puppy As A Dog Trainer</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:06:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Pet Safety</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[As an owner of a new puppy, it is vital you socialize the dog as soon as possibly so they become familiar with other things.  This will go a long way toward eliminating the possibility of them developing anger and aggression towards dogs down the road.  To help you have the most success [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As an owner of a new puppy, it is vital you socialize the dog as soon as possibly so they become familiar with other things.  This will go a long way toward eliminating the possibility of them developing anger and aggression towards dogs down the road.  To help you have the most success as a dog trainer with your puppy, here are a few do&#8217;s and don&#8217;ts to guide you in the right direction.</p>
<p>To start with, let&#8217;s cover some of the dos for socializing your puppy.  The number one thing you want to do is make the event as pleasant and calm as possible.  You want your puppy&#8217;s first experience with interaction to be non-threatening and lighthearted.  Place your puppy in an environment you know they will not be frightened in.</p>
<p>Start them off by meeting some of your friends including men, women, children and adult.  The more people they meet, the less frightened and protective they will be down the road.  Once you have introduced them to a wide array of people, you can then bring friendly and healthy dogs into the picture.  Keep in mind you want to introduce happy and friendly dogs that will enjoy your new puppy&#8217;s company.</p>
<p>The last thing you will want to do as a dog trainer is get your puppy acclimated to as many places as possible.  Take them to pet stores, parks, schools playgrounds, and around the neighborhood.  This will also get them used to strangers and being around other people.</p>
<p>Now that you know what you do want to teach your puppy, let&#8217;s cover some things you want to avoid when socializing the puppy.  The first thing you want to avoid is waiting too long to begin the socialization process.  The sooner you get started, the easier it will be for them to get used to people, animals, and surrounding areas.</p>
<p>The next thing to avoid is placing your puppy near strange animals or animals you do not know the personality of.  One quick attack can be traumatizing for your puppy and can change their behavior for good.</p>
<p>If your puppy is showing signs of fear, the last thing you want to do is inadvertently reward this behavior by soothing them.  Biting is often associated with fear and the last thing you want is for your puppy to develop a biting problem. </p>
<p>The last thing to keep in mind as a dog trainer is to be patient.  You do not want to rush your puppy through the process as all dogs are going to learn at their own pace.  You are much better off letting them go at their own pace and actually see results than rushing them through only to find they learned nothing.</p>
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		<title>How To Have Success With Your Dog Behavior Training</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:00:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Pet Safety</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Whether you have had a dog for some time or have just welcomed a new pup into the home, dog behavior training is of the utmost importance.  You want to make sure your dog is obedient and has little to no behavior issues whatsoever.  So how can you have success with your behavior [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whether you have had a dog for some time or have just welcomed a new pup into the home, dog behavior training is of the utmost importance.  You want to make sure your dog is obedient and has little to no behavior issues whatsoever.  So how can you have success with your behavior training?</p>
<p>Before beginning your dog behavior training, it is important you have the right attitude and mindset yourself.  It is not always a walk in the park training a dog, but you have to be motivated to get the job done.  Having patience will allow you to properly train them without becoming overly agitated or frustrated.</p>
<p>As you begin your training, start with basic commands like sit, stay and come.  You want to know that if your dog gets loose while on a walk, you have the power to tell them to stay or sit.  Knowing these commands will come in handy for just about anything down the road.</p>
<p>Treats are a great way to effectively train your dog.  Every dog enjoys a flavorful treat and you can use this to your advantage.  If they do something correctly or follow your instructions, you award them with a treat.  If they do not respond, they do not get a treat.  It is as simple as that.  This eliminates the need for you to yell and scream at your dog as this will accomplish nothing.  It will solely put fear into your dog.</p>
<p>The next tip to having success with your dog behavior training is to train them away from distractions.  Although dogs can be fairly smart, they will succumb to a good toy or some other kind of distraction.  For this reason, you are best off taking them to an empty field or park where there are no people.  This will allow them to focus strictly on what you are telling them.</p>
<p>Teaching a dog to sit is fairly simple as all you have to do is place your hand on their back and guide his bottom down.  When the bottom is down, say sit and tell him he did a good job.  Repeat this a few times so he can get an understanding of what you want him to do.  You can then award him with a treat.  Repetition and consistency is crucial to helping your dog learn.</p>
<p>As you give dog behavior training a go, make sure you remember to stay calm, patient and relaxed.  It does not have to be a stressful job.  You can have some fun with it if you have the right mindset.  Take the tips in this article into consideration to help you with your training.</p>
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		<title>Free Dog Training Tips To Turn Your Pup Into An Obedient Part Of The Family</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:45:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Pet Safety</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There is no hiding the fact that every owner wants to have a calm and obedient dog that gets along with everyone.  Unfortunately, this is not always the case upfront.  Not only will a well trained dog get along with family members, but it will respect visitors and other dogs as well.  [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There is no hiding the fact that every owner wants to have a calm and obedient dog that gets along with everyone.  Unfortunately, this is not always the case upfront.  Not only will a well trained dog get along with family members, but it will respect visitors and other dogs as well.  Here are some free dog training tips to help you turn your dog into a courteous part of the family.</p>
<p>The first thing you want to train your dog with is the basic commands.  Things like heel, sit, stay and down can be the cornerstone for teaching your dog how to act obedient around others.  </p>
<p>It is important your dog understands heel so that it can walk by your side on a loose collar without you pulling them.  Another word you want to familiarize your dog with is no.  They need to know when they are doing something bad indicating they need to stop.</p>
<p>From there, teach your dog to sit as this will make the training far easier if they comply to what you are saying.  Not only should they know sit, but stay as well.  This shows that you have control over the dog and they will do whatever you tell them.</p>
<p>What you need to know is that the free dog training tips in this article are not just going to turn your dog into an obedient pup that does what you tell them.  It can actually strengthen the relationship the two of you have with each other.  As you show leadership and begin teaching them, they are going to look at you as a leader much like in a pack.</p>
<p>You need to learn how to step up and guide them in the right direction.  If you are hesitant, your dog is going to notice.  It is vital you establish yourself as the dominant figure and properly train your dog with whatever you are teaching them.</p>
<p>Another benefit to dog training is the fact that it will strengthen several of your dog’s own needs.  It will provide the exercise they need to remain healthy and fit.  It will give them a sense of security knowing they are stronger and more intelligent than before.  Lastly, it will provide them with confidence and pride that they worked hard at something and accomplished it.  You can reward their good behavior and hard work with treats.</p>
<p>There are many benefits that come out of training your dog for both you and the pup.  Take the free dog training tips in this article into account so you can properly turn your dog into an obedient member of the family.</p>
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