K9 Insider March 2012

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Download your copy of the K9 Insider newsletter and read about:

• The best designer dog beds
• Best diet for chronic kidney failure in dogs
• 5 videos of dogs who don't think they're dogs
• Top 10 common dog health complaints
• and much, much more.

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K9 Insider March 2012

K9 Insider March 2012.pdf Download this file

Download your copy of the K9 Insider newsletter and read about:

• The best designer dog beds
• Best diet for chronic kidney failure in dogs
• 5 videos of dogs who don't think they're dogs
• Top 10 common dog health complaints
• and much, much more.

It's free and it's yours to download and read today!

Distributed by Anton Perelini on behalf of petbuzz.

Daily Dog Digest March 28, 2012

1. Facebook (Finally) Acts to Ban Sale of Puppy Farm Dogs - 2012-03-22 16:15:35-04
   In response to concerns from the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®), measures will be put in place to ensure that puppy mill dogs will no longer be sold via Marketplace on Facebook, an action the ASPCA believes will help combat the inhumane puppy mill industry. Many puppies sold online [...]

   Facebook (Finally) Acts to Ban Sale of Puppy Farm Dogs is a post from: My Dog Magazine

   
   
2. Introducing The Cockapoo Owners Club - 2012-03-23 10:42:02-04
   Introducing The Cockapoo Owners Club By Shirley Fearnley and Sarah Webb Cockapoos are fantastic dogs and it’s not only their name that often causes people to smile when they hear it mentioned. They are friendly and fun and can make an ideal family pet. This wonderful cross breed has been growing in popularity for some [...]

   Introducing The Cockapoo Owners Club is a post from: My Dog Magazine

   
   
3. Prisoners Bettering Themselves With The Help of Dogs - 2012-03-23 10:43:01-04
   Story by Lance Cpl. Rebecca Eller MARINE CORPS AIR STATION MIRAMAR, Calif. — They both have shiny blonde hair, big brown eyes and slender legs. Poet and Roghan are residents of the Naval Consolidated Brig aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar. However, they are not prisoners, but puppies. Select prisoners at the Brig receive an [...]

   Prisoners Bettering Themselves With The Help of Dogs is a post from: My Dog Magazine

   
   
4. Dog Chocolate Consumption Warning - 2012-03-27 05:37:38-04
   Dog chocolate consumption is never more likely than at Easter time. For those unaware (what happens if my dog eats chocolate?), one of the favourite human treats can actually kill a dog. Now a shocking new survey from a prominent animal welfare charity has revealed that over 57% of pet dogs have eaten chocolate intended [...]

   Dog Chocolate Consumption Warning is a post from: My Dog Magazine

   
   
5. New Epilepsy Gene Located in Dogs - 2012-03-27 09:21:55-04
   A new epilepsy gene for idiopathic epilepsy in Belgian Shepherds has been discovered in the canine chromosome 37. Professor Hannes Lohi, a lead researcher, along with his team at the University of Helsinki and the Folkhälsan Research Center, have opened up new possibilities for understanding the causes and triggers for the genetic beginnings of epilepsy [...]

   New Epilepsy Gene Located in Dogs is a post from: My Dog Magazine

Daily Dog Digest March 28, 2012

1. Facebook (Finally) Acts to Ban Sale of Puppy Farm Dogs - 2012-03-22 16:15:35-04
   In response to concerns from the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®), measures will be put in place to ensure that puppy mill dogs will no longer be sold via Marketplace on Facebook, an action the ASPCA believes will help combat the inhumane puppy mill industry. Many puppies sold online [...]

   Facebook (Finally) Acts to Ban Sale of Puppy Farm Dogs is a post from: My Dog Magazine

   
   
2. Introducing The Cockapoo Owners Club - 2012-03-23 10:42:02-04
   Introducing The Cockapoo Owners Club By Shirley Fearnley and Sarah Webb Cockapoos are fantastic dogs and it’s not only their name that often causes people to smile when they hear it mentioned. They are friendly and fun and can make an ideal family pet. This wonderful cross breed has been growing in popularity for some [...]

   Introducing The Cockapoo Owners Club is a post from: My Dog Magazine

   
   
3. Prisoners Bettering Themselves With The Help of Dogs - 2012-03-23 10:43:01-04
   Story by Lance Cpl. Rebecca Eller MARINE CORPS AIR STATION MIRAMAR, Calif. — They both have shiny blonde hair, big brown eyes and slender legs. Poet and Roghan are residents of the Naval Consolidated Brig aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar. However, they are not prisoners, but puppies. Select prisoners at the Brig receive an [...]

   Prisoners Bettering Themselves With The Help of Dogs is a post from: My Dog Magazine

   
   
4. Dog Chocolate Consumption Warning - 2012-03-27 05:37:38-04
   Dog chocolate consumption is never more likely than at Easter time. For those unaware (what happens if my dog eats chocolate?), one of the favourite human treats can actually kill a dog. Now a shocking new survey from a prominent animal welfare charity has revealed that over 57% of pet dogs have eaten chocolate intended [...]

   Dog Chocolate Consumption Warning is a post from: My Dog Magazine

   
   
5. New Epilepsy Gene Located in Dogs - 2012-03-27 09:21:55-04
   A new epilepsy gene for idiopathic epilepsy in Belgian Shepherds has been discovered in the canine chromosome 37. Professor Hannes Lohi, a lead researcher, along with his team at the University of Helsinki and the Folkhälsan Research Center, have opened up new possibilities for understanding the causes and triggers for the genetic beginnings of epilepsy [...]

   New Epilepsy Gene Located in Dogs is a post from: My Dog Magazine

Dogs, Chocolate and Theobromine

Dogs can die from eating certain types and certain amounts of chocolate.

Understanding the effects chocolate can have on your dog (what happens if my dog eats chocolate) and dog chocolate consumption implications can save your dog's life.

Chocolate contains theobromine, a naturally occurring stimulant found in the cocoa bean; theobromine increases urination and affects the central nervous system as well as heart muscle. While amounts vary by type of chocolate, it's the theobromine that is poisonous to dogs. The danger from chocolate consumption vary on the size and health of your dog, quantity of theobromine eaten, and sensitivity to poison substances which is different for each type of dog.

Dogs, Chocolate and Theobromine

Dogs can die from eating certain types and certain amounts of chocolate.

Understanding the effects chocolate can have on your dog (what happens if my dog eats chocolate) and dog chocolate consumption implications can save your dog's life.

Chocolate contains theobromine, a naturally occurring stimulant found in the cocoa bean; theobromine increases urination and affects the central nervous system as well as heart muscle. While amounts vary by type of chocolate, it's the theobromine that is poisonous to dogs. The danger from chocolate consumption vary on the size and health of your dog, quantity of theobromine eaten, and sensitivity to poison substances which is different for each type of dog.

Is Their a Diet For Dogs With Chronic Kidney Failure?

K9 Magazine's blog site (MyDogMagazine.com) has recently published a short, to the point article on the topic of specialist diet requirements for dogs suffering with chronic kidney failure.

In the article (Dog diet for chronic kidney failure), they go on to say:

Kidney problems in dogs tend to manifest in older dogs and the advice generally offered by vets and animal nutrition experts tends to suggest that older dogs / dogs with kidney problems should have less total protein but a higher quality protein in their diet.

The advice on protein, specifically, adds:

Excess protein produces more nitrogenous wastes, which means more work for the kidneys. Dogs with kidney problems could be put on prescription dog food, or small amounts of high-quality protein, such as in eggs, yogurt, tofu, ricotta, farmer cheese, cottage cheese, and hard mild cheeses, together with a lot of raw, grated vegetables. Kidney problems require low protein. Heart problems require low salt. Very often the two maladies go hand in hand.

Read the article in full - Dog Diet For Chronic Kidney Failure http://bit.ly/GGpPi0

Is Their a Diet For Dogs With Chronic Kidney Failure?

K9 Magazine's blog site (MyDogMagazine.com) has recently published a short, to the point article on the topic of specialist diet requirements for dogs suffering with chronic kidney failure.

In the article (Dog diet for chronic kidney failure), they go on to say:

Kidney problems in dogs tend to manifest in older dogs and the advice generally offered by vets and animal nutrition experts tends to suggest that older dogs / dogs with kidney problems should have less total protein but a higher quality protein in their diet.

The advice on protein, specifically, adds:

Excess protein produces more nitrogenous wastes, which means more work for the kidneys. Dogs with kidney problems could be put on prescription dog food, or small amounts of high-quality protein, such as in eggs, yogurt, tofu, ricotta, farmer cheese, cottage cheese, and hard mild cheeses, together with a lot of raw, grated vegetables. Kidney problems require low protein. Heart problems require low salt. Very often the two maladies go hand in hand.

Read the article in full - Dog Diet For Chronic Kidney Failure http://bit.ly/GGpPi0

How Can I Stop My Puppy Chewing Today?

Puppy chewing can be a problem, but it is only a problem if you do not give your dog an alternative. There are many ways to prevent your furry friend from chewing up the things that matter to you. This article will advise you on alternative methods to help curb your puppy's chewing.

Every dog needs a calm and confident leader to feel secure. Any dog owner can show that he is a strong leader by encouraging and rewarding good behavior. Proving to your pet that you're a strong leader makes training easier and establishes a bond between pet and owner.

Create a bridge between the dog's response to a command and the reward for success. By saying a bridge word such as "yes" or "good", you will reinforce that the behavior is acceptable and the reward will follow. Keep using this bridge word even after training is complete to be consistent with your pet.

To teach your dog to lie down, have him start in a sit position. Take a treat, and place your hand on the ground. Slowly drag it away from your dog. Your dog should initially lower his nose to the ground, and then lie down as he tries to follow the treat further away. If he stands up instead of lying down, have him restart from the sit position. Make sure to praise him once he lies down.

When training a troublesome dog there are many different techniques that one can use. However a key factor is establishing that one is dominant over the dog they are trying to train. By ensuring that the dog knows who is in charge it will guarantee that the dog is listening to the person trying to train it.

Is your dog barking constantly? Excessive barking can often be related to too little exercise - try upping your walks or runs by thirty to sixty minutes each day, and you'll likely notice a huge reduction in barking almost immediately. Giving your dog plenty of appropriate things to chew on can also make a big difference.

If you are getting a new dog, and you intend to train it, look for a younger dog. The old adage "You can't teach an old dog new tricks" is somewhat appropriate here. Younger dogs are more receptive to dominance from a pack leader and will learn quickly in an effort to please. Another plus to this is that young dogs really enjoy learning new things, much like children do.

Dogs usually respond well to physical rewards when being trained. Almost all dogs have an extremely large capacity for love. That makes them respond very well to rewards like belly scratching, back petting and brushing. Your dog wants to be loved and greatly appreciates you giving him affection. Show your happiness with his success this way.

As was discussed in the beginning of this article, puppy chewing is a problem only if you do not give him something else to focus on. Apply the advice from this article on the proper way to train your puppy not to chew up your home, and soon you will see your dog finding non-destructive ways to occupy his or her time.

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How Can I Stop My Puppy Chewing Today?

Puppy chewing can be a problem, but it is only a problem if you do not give your dog an alternative. There are many ways to prevent your furry friend from chewing up the things that matter to you. This article will advise you on alternative methods to help curb your puppy's chewing.

Every dog needs a calm and confident leader to feel secure. Any dog owner can show that he is a strong leader by encouraging and rewarding good behavior. Proving to your pet that you're a strong leader makes training easier and establishes a bond between pet and owner.

Create a bridge between the dog's response to a command and the reward for success. By saying a bridge word such as "yes" or "good", you will reinforce that the behavior is acceptable and the reward will follow. Keep using this bridge word even after training is complete to be consistent with your pet.

To teach your dog to lie down, have him start in a sit position. Take a treat, and place your hand on the ground. Slowly drag it away from your dog. Your dog should initially lower his nose to the ground, and then lie down as he tries to follow the treat further away. If he stands up instead of lying down, have him restart from the sit position. Make sure to praise him once he lies down.

When training a troublesome dog there are many different techniques that one can use. However a key factor is establishing that one is dominant over the dog they are trying to train. By ensuring that the dog knows who is in charge it will guarantee that the dog is listening to the person trying to train it.

Is your dog barking constantly? Excessive barking can often be related to too little exercise - try upping your walks or runs by thirty to sixty minutes each day, and you'll likely notice a huge reduction in barking almost immediately. Giving your dog plenty of appropriate things to chew on can also make a big difference.

If you are getting a new dog, and you intend to train it, look for a younger dog. The old adage "You can't teach an old dog new tricks" is somewhat appropriate here. Younger dogs are more receptive to dominance from a pack leader and will learn quickly in an effort to please. Another plus to this is that young dogs really enjoy learning new things, much like children do.

Dogs usually respond well to physical rewards when being trained. Almost all dogs have an extremely large capacity for love. That makes them respond very well to rewards like belly scratching, back petting and brushing. Your dog wants to be loved and greatly appreciates you giving him affection. Show your happiness with his success this way.

As was discussed in the beginning of this article, puppy chewing is a problem only if you do not give him something else to focus on. Apply the advice from this article on the proper way to train your puppy not to chew up your home, and soon you will see your dog finding non-destructive ways to occupy his or her time.

Promotion: Stop puppy biting and chewing.

How To Move Abroad With Dogs

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Moving abroad with your dog is a big decision for several reasons. For some, the need to move abroad is exactly that, a need, not a choice. For others it’s a lifestyle choice. K9 Magazine will show you what you need to know about moving abroad with dogs.

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