http://www.thedogdaily.com The Dog Daily is a site for dogs and dog lovers alike with tips, products and know how about anything dog related. en-us Copyright ©2001-2010 Studio One Networks Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:10:04 EST Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:10:04 EST Dogs webCOMAND http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 http://www.thedogdaily.com/images/logo.gif http://www.thedogdaily.com 0 0 http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/swimming/index.html Encourage your pet to swim. Low-impact swimming and water-based activities provide good exercise without forcing your pet to pound the pavement. Latest Tips http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/swimming/index.html Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/canine_warmup/index.html Humans warm up before exercising, and dogs should, too. Start walks at a slower rate and then gradually increase the tempo every two-to-three minutes until you are at the desired pace. Latest Tips http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/canine_warmup/index.html Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/arthritis/index.html Symptoms such as difficulty walking or rising can be a sign of canine arthritis, which can be controlled with medicine, proper exercise, rest and a good diet. Consult with your veterinarian. Latest Tips http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/arthritis/index.html Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/overseas_travel/index.html If you plan to travel outside the country with your pet, check to see what restrictions, if any, may be imposed. Latest Tips http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/overseas_travel/index.html Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/toxic_plants/index.html Many types of outdoor foliage, such as hydrangeas, wisteria, delphiniums and foxgloves, are toxic to pets. Train your dog not to nibble outdoor plants in general, just to be safe. Latest Tips http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/toxic_plants/index.html Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/reprimand_with_words/index.html Always reprimand your pet with words and not physical punishment. The latter not only is abusive, but it also could unintentionally train your dog to bite and to fear you and others. Latest Tips http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/reprimand_with_words/index.html Sun, 14 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/found_a_stray/index.html If you find a stray dog, contact your local animal services department and humane society to see if anyone has reported a lost pet. If no one claims the dog and you'd like to keep it, often shelters will give you priority. Latest Tips http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/found_a_stray/index.html Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/laundry_deterrent/index.html Leave out a sample, disposable item treated with either white vinegar or cayenne pepper mixed with petroleum jelly to deter a pesky pup from ruffling through your laundry hamper. Latest Tips http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/laundry_deterrent/index.html Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/jumping_guests/index.html Before guests arrive, train your dog, with a food treat and positive reinforcement, to "sit" or "stay down" after approaching guests. This will avoid embarrassing surprise dog jumps. Latest Tips http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/jumping_guests/index.html Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/outside_chewing/index.html Dogs that are in the habit of chewing burrs, twigs or even grass when outside may be having dental, intestinal or other health problems. Check with your veterinarian. Latest Tips http://www.thedogdaily.com/tips/outside_chewing/index.html Tue, 9 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST