Is The Hypo-Allergenic Dog a Myth?

London / petbuzz / March 10, 2011 -- Ever since US president Obama signed his family up for a so-called hypoallergenic dog, the world has gone mad for information on dogs who don't shed, dogs who don't cause allergies, dogs who don't make people sneeze and dogs who don't leave hairs all over the place.

The reality is, however, there is no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog.

Associate publisher of K9 Magazine, Charles Vincent:

"One of the things we - as a specialist pet publishing business - noticed a huge increase of, was the sheer number of people who assumed that there are certain breeds which are hypo-allergenic. This simply isn't the case. Allergies to dogs are related to the skin more so than the fur, so unless someone has managed to create a skinless dog, then allergies can still be transmitted."

AJ Douglas, a PR rep for a Taxi software firm was one of the people who looked in to the so-called hypoallergenic dog breeds for his family.

"We saw all the talk about dogs that don't induce allergies in children and thought it would be a great introduction to dog ownership. However, we were glad to come across K9 Magazine's advice on the subject which explained that there is really no such thing as a truly hypoallergenic dog. This is important for people to know otherwise I think many people could end up with dogs believing them to be totally allergy free, only to learn the truth later that there is no such thing as a truly hypoallergenic dog. In fact, we felt many breeds were being actively promoted as allergy free and this is simply untrue.

Charles Vincent is keen to stress that there is great advantages to using information to learn about everything from dog allergies to allergy free dog food.

"The key is to research from credible sources, then check, then double check. There is a lot of information out there, some of it good, some of it not so. But most importantly, dog owners shouldn't jump in to any decisions until they have really scoured as many sources as possible.

Distributed by Angelo Brittas on behalf of petbuzz :: social media for pet brands.

Is The Hypo-Allergenic Dog a Myth?

London / petbuzz / March 10, 2011 -- Ever since US president Obama signed his family up for a so-called hypoallergenic dog, the world has gone mad for information on dogs who don't shed, dogs who don't cause allergies, dogs who don't make people sneeze and dogs who don't leave hairs all over the place.

The reality is, however, there is no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog.

Associate publisher of K9 Magazine, Charles Vincent:

"One of the things we - as a specialist pet publishing business - noticed a huge increase of, was the sheer number of people who assumed that there are certain breeds which are hypo-allergenic. This simply isn't the case. Allergies to dogs are related to the skin more so than the fur, so unless someone has managed to create a skinless dog, then allergies can still be transmitted."

AJ Douglas, a PR rep for a Taxi software firm was one of the people who looked in to the so-called hypoallergenic dog breeds for his family.

"We saw all the talk about dogs that don't induce allergies in children and thought it would be a great introduction to dog ownership. However, we were glad to come across K9 Magazine's advice on the subject which explained that there is really no such thing as a truly hypoallergenic dog. This is important for people to know otherwise I think many people could end up with dogs believing them to be totally allergy free, only to learn the truth later that there is no such thing as a truly hypoallergenic dog. In fact, we felt many breeds were being actively promoted as allergy free and this is simply untrue.

Charles Vincent is keen to stress that there is great advantages to using information to learn about everything from dog allergies to allergy free dog food.

"The key is to research from credible sources, then check, then double check. There is a lot of information out there, some of it good, some of it not so. But most importantly, dog owners shouldn't jump in to any decisions until they have really scoured as many sources as possible.

Distributed by Angelo Brittas on behalf of petbuzz :: social media for pet brands.

Guide to Finding a Dog Trainer

Many dog owners encounter behaviour problems at various stages of their pet's life.

Knowing whether to go hunting for a dog trainer to help fix the problems is one thing, but knowing how and who to choose to help train your dog is quite another!

Training your dog is an important part of responsible pet ownership. While common puppy behaviour problems and housebreaking are discussed in many books and publications, here we'll discuss your options for basic obedience training and whether you want train your dog yourself or hire a trainer.

Obedience training can begin as early as three to four months if you train the dog yourself. Most trainers believe puppies aren't mentally or socially developed enough to benefit from group obedience class until they are six months old. Any sincerely interested dog owner can train his or her own dog, provided your dog hasn't already acquired a lot of bad habits.
You and your dog may want to attend a couple of lessons at a good training club. You may also want to arm yourself with a good training book.

Sponsored: Professional dog trainer in Durham.

Dog owners need to reinforce their dog's conditioned responses. Certainly the more practice and proofing you do with a dog, the more reliable his response will be. Skilled human beings, from tennis pros to typists, need practice to stay in top form. This is because all learned skills need reinforcement. So before you even hire your dog trainer, you need to be totally committed to the concept that, ultimately, YOU will be responsible for maintaining the dog's good behaviour.

When searching for your dog trainer, the best sources tend to be:

• Vets
• Friends and family
• Owners of well behaved dogs!

Above all, you will need to be comfortable with whoever you appoint. Someone who you feel you can trust and who you are happy and confident with.

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Article distributed by Armin Phelan on behalf of petbuzz : : social media for pet brands.

Guide to Finding a Dog Trainer

Many dog owners encounter behaviour problems at various stages of their pet's life.

Knowing whether to go hunting for a dog trainer to help fix the problems is one thing, but knowing how and who to choose to help train your dog is quite another!

Training your dog is an important part of responsible pet ownership. While common puppy behaviour problems and housebreaking are discussed in many books and publications, here we'll discuss your options for basic obedience training and whether you want train your dog yourself or hire a trainer.

Obedience training can begin as early as three to four months if you train the dog yourself. Most trainers believe puppies aren't mentally or socially developed enough to benefit from group obedience class until they are six months old. Any sincerely interested dog owner can train his or her own dog, provided your dog hasn't already acquired a lot of bad habits.
You and your dog may want to attend a couple of lessons at a good training club. You may also want to arm yourself with a good training book.

Sponsored: Professional dog trainer in Durham.

Dog owners need to reinforce their dog's conditioned responses. Certainly the more practice and proofing you do with a dog, the more reliable his response will be. Skilled human beings, from tennis pros to typists, need practice to stay in top form. This is because all learned skills need reinforcement. So before you even hire your dog trainer, you need to be totally committed to the concept that, ultimately, YOU will be responsible for maintaining the dog's good behaviour.

When searching for your dog trainer, the best sources tend to be:

• Vets
• Friends and family
• Owners of well behaved dogs!

Above all, you will need to be comfortable with whoever you appoint. Someone who you feel you can trust and who you are happy and confident with.

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Article distributed by Armin Phelan on behalf of petbuzz : : social media for pet brands.

Loose Leash Training For Dogs

Ever wanted to teach your dog to walk beautifully at your side?

Learning about loose leash training is the secret to having a dog that will stick to your side when you go out on your daily walks.

A well behaved, balanced, happy and non pulling dog is a joy, yet many owners endure their walks rather than enjoy.

Learn how to loose leash train your dog.

Loose Leash Training For Dogs

Ever wanted to teach your dog to walk beautifully at your side?

Learning about loose leash training is the secret to having a dog that will stick to your side when you go out on your daily walks.

A well behaved, balanced, happy and non pulling dog is a joy, yet many owners endure their walks rather than enjoy.

Learn how to loose leash train your dog.

Learn How to Wash a Dog

If you've ever found yourself struggling to keep your Terrier's coat in tip top condition or battling to keep the grime off your Golden retriever, this article on Pet Library is a nice, simple tip sheet on how to wash a dog.

From the article:

How Often Should You Give Your Dog A Bath?

In general, how often you bathe your dog will depend on its environment. Is he an inside dog or an outside dog? Does he get dirty eating? Does he have an odor?

A dog's skin and fur vary from breed to breed, just like humans, so if he smells then definitely give the pooch a bath. If he is an outside dog then the weather and parasites will have something to decide in the matter as well (bathing more often).

Source: http://www.petlibrary.co.uk/1/how-to-wash-a-dog/