The Historical Mandate for Dog Adoption

The Historical Mandate for Dog Adoption
A headline in the Long Island Star, December 8, 1876, stated, “Two Bull Dogs Chew Each Other Up.” Cheered on by gamblers, the $1,000 dog fight continued for nearly four hours.

Throughout history, the inhumane treatment of dogs was scarcely noticed. Children and factory laborers were often subjected to physical and emotional abuse without scandal. So the fate of a dog was not even on the radar screen of the average person.

Unwanted or abandoned New York City dogs were frequently drowned in iron cages that had been lowered into a river.

But all that was to change with the arrival on the scene of Henry Bergh, a wealthy New Yorker. Bergh, a fierce defender of horses, dogs, and all animals against abuse he dedicated his life to the organization he founded in 1866, The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, or ASPCA.

Henry and his ASPCA awakened the nations consciousness to the plight of dogs and animals everywhere, as ensuing years would find in the ASPCA a model for societies for the prevention of cruelty to animals, (SPCAs) across the land.

Preventing animal cruelty soon demanded that a program be established for the adoption of unwanted dogs to new homes giving them a second chance at life. The SPCAs would lead the way in making this a reality and are a critical component in the current effort to save dogs from abandonment and death.

Why would anyone abandon their dog today?

There are many reasons why .some understandable ( I did not say acceptable), most not here s a few :

Dog Buyer s Remorse -: A weekend trip to the pet shop, a birthday or holiday gift, geez a dog is such a great idea ! But then the reality sets in that a dog is a living being that needs food, exercise, meeical care and affection. Too much trouble? Drop the dog off at the pound or just dump the poor puppy at a park or on the road.

Change in Lifestyle or Financial Hardship: If a pet owner loses his/her job or moves to a new home where dogs are not permitted, Fido often finds his love rewarded with a new address at the local animal shelter

Death of Owner: When a death occurs in a family, it is quite common to see Mom or Dad s best friend being dumped at the local pound by family members who either can t or won t provide home and sactuary to a beloved dog.

Run Away Dog- Fido the dog runs off to play and have fun. Perhaps, the dog runs away due to abuse. If the dog owner can not or does not try to find the dog, he may well end up caged in a pound until adopted or euthanized.

Failing Health: Certain serious health conditions may make dog care an impossibility or prohibited by a medical practitioner. These otherwise wonderful dogs may be dumped at a shelter or abandoned by the owner or a family member.

Long Distance Move- When people move to another city, state or to a foreign country, the responsibility of taking a dog along may be more work than the owner is willing to endure. And in the case of international moves, quarantine laws may make the transition difficult. The easy solution for many, sadly, is to dump the dog at the local dog pound and never look back.

Allergic Reactions- Some people complain of allergies to dog fur, dander and the like. When they sneeze, Fido is shuffled off to dog prison.

Loss of Interest- A puppy or dog is brought home and everyone agrees that this new dog will be the family pet for a lifetime. When the novelty of dog gurdianship wanes, the dog is surrendered to an animal shelter
Millions of wonderful dogs are euthanized in the United States and other countries each year. Until recently, unwanted dogs in Tijuana Mexico shelters were electrocuted.

For those of us who find all this dog abuse abhorent, there are ways to help.

Educate your friends and family about the wonderful dogs that can be found at shelters. Many people believe that no good dogs are to be found at a pound.

Volunteer at a dog rescue or animal shelter and help the organization find unwanted dogs and puppies a new home.

Support no-kill efforts in your area prohibiting the killing of dogs and puppies in shelters.

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Everything That You Should Know About Puppys/Dogs
Hello dog lovers Did you know that the after care of your dog could cost you a small fortune, with vet bills and dog toys and so on. Many new dog owner give there dogs treat but what they don t know is this many of them treat that we feed to our dogs do more harm then good. The standard dog foods and treat are not all that their crack up to be, if you are a first time dog buyer then there are many things that you need to learn. But remember that beating your dog is not one of them, many country now have banned the pitbull but I think it is not the dog but the owner, put it this way a gun wont kill anyone unless someone pulls the trigger you see my point, a dog will only do what it is train to do. But lets get off that topic fast as many people will have mixed feeling about this. Now I know that you good people are not looking for a puppy/dog for any wrong reason. Like I said if you are a first time dog buyer there are many issue s that you have to think about like your new best friends name is your home ready to take on a dog, house breaking your dog the list just goes on and on how would you feel if I said that I could take the pain out of all that and feed you the information that all dog lovers will need to know, what would this be worth to you well I will tell you this information for free. I was surfing the internet and I fell on a website that was packed full with the right information on dogs. It is a real gold mine I am a dog lover myself and I found out things that I never knew before with there great dog buyers guide e-book. I do think that every dog lover should have one. The site that I am talking about is http://www.dogbuyersguide.com it s a real gem topic s covered range from where to buy your puppy/dog picking your dog name and the dog buyers guide now this is the power pack all you need to know you will find right here. If you are not quite sure of the breed of dog you want not to worry there you will find a dog gallery loads and loads of dog picture to help you on your way. Want to learn to make new dog recipes know what treats are good and which are not. I could go on and on with what you will learn but the best way to learn is to see for yourself, as you know just what you need to know and we all know that the greatest place to find out information is the world wide web in other words the internet. I wish to you the best of luck with you new puppy/dog or to those who have already got there puppy/dog. Jason Balckwood Xtramates.com Ebooksrback.com

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Making That Trip To The Vet A Little Easier
Taking your canine friend to the vet can often be as harrowing as just the thought of your dog being ill. For many people this check-up is an exercise in patience as their dogs are introduced to a variety of unfamiliar sights, sounds and smells.

When it comes to taking your dog to the vet, whether it s a first time visit, yearly check up or illness/injury based appointment there are some things you can do to make the trip a little easier; both for you and your four-legged friend.

From an early age, try to socialise your dog: get them used to not only other animals and people, but a variety of sounds and smells. Many vet practices or dog training programs run a puppy class; these classes generally run for about 6 weeks and can be started from when you first bring your new puppy home.

When you re at home with your pet take the time to get him used having his mouth opened and tail lifted etc doing this will make it a little less stressful the first time the vet approaches to do the same thing.

Depending on the size of your dog get him used to both being lifted and/or carried in a pet carrier as well as leash and collar trained.

As the owner keep track of any medical problems, allergies, worming dates and vaccinations etc so you have the answers on hand should your vet request any further information.

If you use treats as a reward in your training remember to take some with you when you visit the veterinarian, them and positive praise will go a long way toward keeping your dog calm while being examined. If for certain reasons you cannot take treats to the vets: fasting, don t allow them in the surgery etc perhaps try taking their favourite blanket or something else they can associate with home, comfort and safety.

These are just a few tips to hopefully help make your visits to the vets a little more enjoyable for both you and your dog.

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adopting a dog or a puppy
Since time immemorial, dogs have held a secure place in man s hearth and home, whether it be merely for use as mousers and ratters, as in the middle ages, or to act as a guard of the household or purely as a companion to his owners. There has been no change in this scenario down the years and dogs remain, to this day, the animal that the largest numbers of humans adopt as their pet.

Perhaps it might be of interest for us to try and work out the various reasons why people want to have a dog. After all, they ve been part of human households for quite a while. It is said that dogs are descended from a creature, which was very similar to a wolf, called Tomarctus. Apparently, it wandered the earth some 15 million years ago. Since the transformation into their current form, the first known records show them as being pets to cavemen. Exactly what caused the cavemen to keep dogs as pets instead of some other creatures can only be guessed at. Perhaps they helped him in his hunts, or acted as a guard or just provided companionship in the desolate wilds.

Today, the situation can be said to be somewhat different, although companionship and providing security still remain valid reasons. Let s look at some of the other reasons why people keep dogs.

It could be because the owner has just lost a dog that he considered his best friend and feels frantic to get another one. This would be one of the most common reasons for wanting a dog. Once you discover the joys of having a dog around you, one that becomes your friend and companion; it becomes hugely difficult to do without his friendly presence.

A second reason could be the keeping up with the Jones s syndrome. A family or a person living close to you have got themselves a dog and you see for yourself the fun they are having with their new pup. That is when you start thinking to yourself how much a dog could enrich your life and that of your family. Their selfless love and devotion can t but thrill you when you come back into your house. If you live by yourself, all the more reason for you to get yourself a friend . Someone who is genuinely happy to see you and who likes your company above all others.

A further reason for people bringing dogs into their homes is because someone in their family might be pressurizing them to get a dog. In all probability, it will be the young son or daughter and really, dogs do indeed provide wonderful companionship to kids. However, if you do face a similar kind of pressure someday, give some thought to the set-up in your home before you give in to your kids pleas, because there will have to be someone who will take care of the dog s upbringing and, if your kid is less than 10 years old, he or she may not be up to this task as yet.
Another very common reason for people bringing dogs into their households is also one of the most obvious. Someone sees a cute puppy or dog, which they like very much and which is available and they bring it home. As simple as that. But really, if you come to think of it, isn t this what life s all about. The love and affection that springs up within you when you see a particular person or animal first off is probably the chemistry that is likely to work best.

Finally, you may have fond memories of a dog you had in the old days and feel that you really enjoyed the time when he was with you. It may have helped you develop personal qualities being with him and perhaps you feel that your children would also benefit from being around a pet dog.

Now that we ve examined the major reasons why people such as you may want to keep dogs, let us now try evaluating whether you are, in fact, ready to have a dog of your own. Remember, this is not a one-day exercise. You are going to be your dog s keeper for the whole of his life, which, for many dogs is 12 to 15 years.

If it is a puppy that you are bringing in, you have to be prepared to go through the entire life cycle of the dog with its attendant joys, sorrows, trials and tribulations. Training him, seeing to his needs when he is little, right up to the time when your aging dog may be on medication and may need your help to even move.

It is a labor-intensive and tiring job and you will have to forego many a party and tailor your movements to suit the needs of your pet. Don t even attempt to take on a dog in your household if you are a clean freak. There will be many times when your puppy will poop and pee all over the house and you will have to clean the muck. Don t take him on if you are basically lazy and don t like too much activity. Don t take him on if you love vacations and often travel for weeks or months at a stretch.

But, if you are prepared to spend quality time at home with your dog and are not too fussy about cleaning up your puppy s poop and have the sense of humor to accept his little pranks, maybe even in the middle of the night, a dog is the perfect companion for you.

So go ahead, join the ranks of the millions who, over the centuries, have chosen to keep a dog as their pet. You won t regret it.


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Doggy odor in Labrador Retrievers
Why does a Labrador have doggy odor?

Like any other animal, dogs will walk, run, and play in areas that might result in their gathering dirt, disease, or odor. The Labrador retriever may begin to produce odor due to a number of factors, such as oily skin, dirt accumulation, ear or anal infections, and dental/plaque buildup. Not only can odor be offensive, it can be a sign of an unhealthy retriever. If a Labrador retriever is not monitored, and the sources of doggy odor are not removed, the Labrador retriever will develop chronic physical problems.

What to do About Doggy Odor?

When a Labrador retriever begins to emit doggy odor, closely inspect the dog from head to tail. Check the retriever s ears for debris, red skin, and odor. If an ear infection is present, it could be the result of the dog s ears not being properly ventilated. Ear infections are common in dogs with ears that are floppy or folded over. If the dog s ears are not properly ventilated, the inside becomes moist and warm, and infection can easily result.

Look in the dog s mouth for plaque buildup on the teeth, and for discolored or missing teeth. In addition to the well-known dog breath, additional odor may be coming from the dog s mouth as a result of food buildup and poor oral hygiene. Check the retriever s feet; there may be a cut or infection on the dog s foot pads. This type of injury should be immediately cleaned and bandaged. Run your fingers through the dog s coat, and make sure you inspect all sides of the coat. There may be a concealed skin injury underneath the Labrador s fur. Also, check for an oily or greasy texture appearing on the retriever s coat. The coat might be producing dandruff or the skin may be flaky.

One of the most prominent areas for odor generation is the retriever s backside. There could be anal infection, a buildup of feces on the dog s coat, or the Labrador might be constipated or have diarrhea, both of which will produce significant odor.

As you are inspecting the retriever s body, take detailed notes on what you see, smell, feel, and hear. These notes will become valuable when you take the dog to a veterinarian. Also, it will document signs or symptoms that you might forget to tell the veterinarian.

If your dog is exhibiting odor and is found to have an infection or illness, take proactive measures to protect your Labrador retriever. Take action and make a dog-care schedule for your Labrador.

Dogs need to be kept clean, but caution must be taken not to give the Labrador too many baths. If the dog is bathed every week, the retriever s coat is deprived of natural oils. As a result, over- bathing a Labrador can increase odor. A dog should be bathed once a month.

Part of maintaining a clean home includes washing animal bedding, play toys, and the dog s collar. After washing the Labrador s bedding, make sure that the bedding is completely dry before allowing the dog to sleep on it. If the bedding has been removed from the dryer or brought in from a clothes line, vacuum the bedding with a small hand vacuum; this will remove any debris that was left by the dryer.

A Labrador retriever should be monitored when it goes outside, especially if your home is in a rural and/or wooded area. The dog might be picking up odors from discarded garbage or a dead animal carcass. Odors from rotting food or meat are extremely pungent. Also, they can induce vomiting if eaten. If your Labrador is allowed to go into wooded areas or alleys, follow the dog to see if he is eating carrion or miscellaneous garbage.

When dogs have odor emitting from their teeth or gums, it can be treated with a professional brushing which can include removing plaque from the dog s mouth. Ask the vet about dog treats that are designed to help keep teeth and gums clean. Make teeth inspection a regular part of your dog s cleaning schedule.

When your retriever has been playing in dirt or mud, keep two or three old towels ready to clean the dog s coat. One towel can be put in water and used to clean the dog s coat, and the other towel can remain dry and used to dry the dog s coat. Dogs enjoy physical attention and respond well to having their coats cleaned.

Brushing the retriever on a daily basis helps to reduce smell, remove excess fur, and stimulate new hair growth.

Finally, ask your veterinarian about changing the Labrador s diet. Dog food that contains solid meat promotes healthy skin, teeth, gums, and stools. High-quality food is available through a veterinarian or at large-scale pet shops. When shopping at a pet store, ask the store staff for recommendations.

Animal odors can result from a number of different sources. To make sure that your Labrador retriever is free of odor, it is necessary to perform regular visual checkups. The doggy odor will be removed when the dog s body is inspected thoroughly, cleaned regularly, and taken to the veterinarian for regular checkups.

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Dog Tips
I remember the day as if it were yesterday–Bringing home my little fluffy ball of fur with those big adorable, droopy eyes; so sweet, so precious. We were going to lounge in the mornings together as we awoke from our night’s peaceful slumber. She was going to lie at my feet while I sat and read or watched television. It was going to be great. I’m not exactly sure of the precise moment of revelation but one thing I do know is that my life as I had known it, had come to a screeching, nails-on-the-chalkboard, screaming halt. Those dreams of fun-filled, relaxing, walks in the park with my faithful companion by my side had proven me to be delusional…or so I thought. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE…http://dogtips.blogspot.com

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Hypoglycemia in Chihuahuas
Hypoglycemia is a blood sugar disorder, prevalent among toy breed dogs like Chihuahuas. Mostly young pups suffer from this disease of extremely low sugar levels in their blood. As a result of which the pup s brain becomes devoid of essential nutrients. The effects of the above syndrome can be fatal. In some cases low blood sugar can also cause coma in puppies.

Even healthy Chihuahua pups can develop this problem. Absence of fat stores in their body, which they could have used for energy, might cause hypoglycemia. Inadequate sugar produced by the liver, that could have been used as energy, is also one of the factors for hypoglycemia.

Hypoglycemia may also occur if the pancreas produces excessive sugar and the dogs do not do away with this additional energy through ample exercise. Moreover, puppies that take insulin supplements on a regular basis may become hypoglycemic due to excessive insulin intake.

There are several external factors that contribute to such disorders. Some Chihuahuas suffer from stress arising due to change of home or out of traveling. Most Chihuahua puppies are so very playful that they exhaust all their energies using up all their fat reserve. Missing meals at frequent intervals might cause hypoglycemia in Chihuahuas as well.

Several symptoms may indicate that the puppies actually suffer from hypoglycemia. These include excessive sleeping, depression, weakness, staggering, seizures, restlessness, disoriented looks and glassy eyes. Chihuahuas might even have brain damage if hypoglycemia is not treated as a medical emergency.

Chihuahua puppies six to ten weeks of age are prone to this disease. This is the most stressful phase of their life. Changes such as de-worming and vaccinations are introduced at regular intervals. Moreover, it is a stage when they are bathed and their nails are clipped for the first time. They have to be weaned away from their mother s milk, which is the source of nutrients and thus become vulnerable to diseases. They are then sold to their owners where they face a completely different ambience. Socialization problems in a new environment can cause such disorders in Chihuahua puppies.

There are lots that can be done to prevent dogs from succumbing to this fatal disease. Owners should be careful till the puppy attains 16 weeks of age. If the pup is falling asleep frequently, he should be awakened and made to stand on his feet. If he staggers, glucose water or else a vet, are immediate calls. Feeding puppies at proper intervals with high quality food and giving him glucose and karo syrup will help if such a deficiency occurs.

If the puppy gets unconscious due to hypoglycemia, rubbing the syrup on their gums and their tongues might help regain his consciousness. If the pup is conscious, the syrup can be injected. Other than karo syrup, pancake syrups, nutri-cal vitamin paste, nutristat could also be fed. Injecting insulin may also prevent mishaps. In spite of all possible measures, if the puppy continues to have attacks of hypoglycemia, then a vet should be consulted without any delay.


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Training Aggressive Dog - How To Train Your Aggressive Dog
Training aggressive dog is a thorny issue and has gotten many dog owners vexed over it. Dog aggression can be a serious problem as there are laws and by-laws in different states that demand the punishment of dog owners in the form of court charges. At the same time, should your dog happen to attack and injure anyone, your poor dog would be put down. That said, with proper dog aggression training, the aggression in dogs can be curbed so that they do not turn on strangers and your closed ones. Are you ready to start learning some ‘training aggressive dog’ tips?

Training aggressive dog first requires some basic understanding of why dogs become aggressive. There could be several reasons that accounts for your dog’s aggressive behavior. He/she are territorial animals and may feel that their territories are compromised. Maybe they feel threatened by some changes in the environment. Such aggression normally finds its root in the lack of security and confidence. In such instances, simple dog obedience training would not curb aggressive dog behavior.

Training aggressive dog seriously and properly with special aggressive dog training will however solve the problem. Aggressive dog behavior includes barking and lunging at others also. Such behaviors are symptoms of dog aggression behavior. It is therefore important to arrest such aggressive dog behavior early before it balloons into something more serious.

Your dog vet may put forward some suggestions on how to seek a qualified aggressive dog trainer who are experienced in dealing and dog aggression trainer. Training aggressive dog is a special skill set and would thus set you back by a substantial sum of money. However, the results would be good and you can put your worries to rest. Do not just approach any normal dog obedience school as most would not accept your dog if he/she has aggressive behavior since the dog training classes are quite large and there are other pet dogs around. Rather, send your dog to special dog obedience training school that knows exactly how to handle and train aggressive dogs. The local directory and yellow pages are great places to start looking.

One more thing you need to pay attention to is the training techniques and methodology they adopt in training aggressive dog. How they train aggressive dogs is important as some dog training schools are known to use obsolete methods which could be harmful to your dog. As time goes by, accumulated experience and knowledge sharing has taken the area of training aggressive dogs to a more advanced level. So it is worth the effort to be extra careful. After all, the truth is it is hard to train an aggressive dog but with the right techniques; it becomes less of a pain.

Ultimately, what really matters is your favorite pet stops its aggressive behaviors and starts to be a loving companion. You can then enjoy the best moments together and not be in constant fear that your dog would bite you, others or other dogs. Training aggressive dog is so essential in order to make this a reality.

Other than enrolling your dog into dog obedience schools that train aggressive dogs, find out from my dog obedience site how you can apply all the best techniques of training aggressive dogs without being a dog trainer yourself.

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Choosing Your Dog's Name
Because dog confusion is a major obstacle to training success, what you name your dog and how you use that name can determine your success in his training and behavior. Dogs are vocal, not verbal. How words sound is important to them, so consider that then choosing names and commands. To your dog, the words “No,” “Know,” “Beau” and “Joe” are the same sound; the dog will have trouble knowing which you mean. If you name him “Beau” and use “No!” as a reprimand, saying, “Beau, you know what I want!” reprimands him twice although you didn’t intend a single one! You always want your dog to come to you when you call him, so how much sense does it make to name your dog “Beau” and use “NO!” as your reprimand? He’ll have trouble knowing whether you called him or yelled at him. I like to have a dog choose his name. There are two ways to do this. First, spend enough time with the dog to really get to know his personality and select a suitable name. For example, when new to us my Husky-mix not only jumped on me, he pinned me to the wall and took stuff out of my shirt pocket! I said to my wife: “Look at this! I’m getting mugged! ” Naturally, he became Mugger! A client had a very rambunctious Great Dane pup and I love the name she chose: Chaos! Let the dog earn his name! Another way is to make a list of your favorite names and–in a playful and animated voice–try them on the dog. The one to which the dog reacts best is IT! And he WILL react differently to different names! Try it! Contrary to popular belief, a dog’s name should change with every new owner. The old thought was that once a dog recognized hits name, you couldn’t or shouldn’t change it. Wrong! Since many owners make the mistake of using the name with a reprimand, or even AS the reprimand, if you keep the old name you tell the dog you’re one of THEM–the former crew. If the dog is now yours, you can’t presume former owners did everything right. If they did, you probably wouldn’t have him. And you’re trying to tell the dog this is a new start in a new home, right? Then why use the old name–especially when it was likely used negatively in the past? Be sure to teach the dog his new name by using it only with things the dog likes such as treats, praise, meals and love and affection. And don’t choose a new name that sounds a lot like the old one, like “Bo” and “Noah”. Use the new name consistently and positively ONLY with things the dog likes and within a week or two he should respond nicely. We changed the names of two of our dogs and now they ignore the old names. Article written by Dennis Fetko, Ph.D., “Dr. Dog”.

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