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Have you had trouble with the weather lately too?]]> Rants Fri, 09 Oct 2009 19:16:19 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/rants-f20/weather-t61.htm#62 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/rants-f20/weather-t61.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/rants-f20/dogs-on-tv-t464.htm Steven_L Have you guys ever seen stuff on TV relating to dogs that is supposed to be funny but makes you flinch? Was watching AFV a while ago and they had a video of a lady staring directly at her dog and the dog had its lips pulled up and it's tounge sticking out and was growling, the lady wrote it off as funny and kept doing what she was doing....and I'm like "NOOOO!"....I honestly thought the dog was going to bite her face. You ever seen stuff like that and had a similar reaction? Rants Tue, 16 Mar 2010 22:25:10 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/rants-f20/dogs-on-tv-t464.htm#2938 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/rants-f20/dogs-on-tv-t464.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/overweight-dogs-and-cats-increases-t466.htm Steven_L This article came out about a month ago...must've missed it. But thought you guys would like to see it anyways: http://www.dogchannel.com/dog-news/2009/02/23/number-of-overweight-dogs-increasing-study-finds.aspx Article says that a study found that 44 percent of dogs and 57 percent of cats are now overweight. The study looked at 669 dogs and 202 cats, and it goes to say that the % of overweight dogs and cats has increased 1% and 4% respectively. Dr. Ernie Ward says that obesity, for pets, ... Recent News Stories Tue, 16 Mar 2010 23:01:57 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/overweight-dogs-and-cats-increases-t466.htm#2945 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/overweight-dogs-and-cats-increases-t466.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-pictures-and-videos-f13/i-knowhe-looks-thrilled-t469.htm Ann ]]> Dog Pictures and Videos Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:14:00 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-pictures-and-videos-f13/i-knowhe-looks-thrilled-t469.htm#2958 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-pictures-and-videos-f13/i-knowhe-looks-thrilled-t469.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/my-training-has-begun-t468.htm lucysnewmum i am soooooooo excited! i received my ADTB course work today! Gilly is going to be a busier bunny than usual. it looks like a great course and i cant wait to get stuck in to it! i hope i can rely on you all to help me out if i get stuck.. will post now and again to let you know how i am getting on. happy Gilly today! Dog Training and Behavior Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:23:38 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/my-training-has-begun-t468.htm#2952 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/my-training-has-begun-t468.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/different-dog-walks-t463.htm Steven_L http://dog-notes.blogspot.com/2010/03/two-different-kinds-of-walks.html Just finished another blog...lol when I get an idea to write something I usually do so before I end up forgetting...so here's my latest article. I decided to talk a little bit about two differently structered walks. One, which I labeled as the "dog walk", is where you take your dog out and let them sniff, run, and explore as much as they like. Very mentally and stimulating activity. The other, "owner's ... Dog Training and Behavior Tue, 16 Mar 2010 22:22:07 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/different-dog-walks-t463.htm#2937 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/different-dog-walks-t463.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/gimme-five-t411.htm Steven_L Okay, here's a little game that I remember playing once in the first forum I joined. Its called Gimme five and all you have to do is say to give you 5 of something dog related and the next person has to list 5 things of whatever you requested and then they have to ask the next person to list 5 things of one genre. FOR EXAMPLE: A: Gimme 5 dog breeds! B. pug, chow, golden retriever, lab, and gsd. Gimme 5 dog sports. A. etc.... Make sense? Ok I'll go first. Gimme Five ... General Chat Tue, 16 Feb 2010 22:23:34 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/gimme-five-t411.htm#2480 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/gimme-five-t411.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-nutrition-recipes-f10/recall-lists-t467.htm Steven_L
http://www.dogchannel.com/dog-news/dog-food-recall-updates.aspx]]> Dog Nutrition & Recipes Tue, 16 Mar 2010 23:02:56 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-nutrition-recipes-f10/recall-lists-t467.htm#2946 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-nutrition-recipes-f10/recall-lists-t467.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/clicker-training-begins-now-t462.htm Betterdog4u Well, I finally got around to buying a clicker. And the clicker training has begun. Dog Training and Behavior Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:38:47 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/clicker-training-begins-now-t462.htm#2919 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/clicker-training-begins-now-t462.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-breeding-and-showing-f11/breed-game-t306.htm Steven_L I don't think we have any game threads on K9Academy yet! So lets start one! Here are the rules for this game: - One poster puts up a picture of a breed -The next poster(s) try to guess what it is - Everyone can try to guess at the breed but only the first poster to get it right will get a reward. -The person that posted the picture has to give +2 Points to the person that got it right (click the [+] sign to the right of the post). -No negative points are given out in this game, ... Dog Breeding and Showing Mon, 04 Jan 2010 22:40:58 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-breeding-and-showing-f11/breed-game-t306.htm#1395 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-breeding-and-showing-f11/breed-game-t306.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-health-f8/dog-friendly-lawn-t465.htm Steven_L I found some great tips on Dogchannel about some ways to have a nice looking lawn without having to spray it with things that may harm out dogs. http://www.dogchannel.com/dog-magazines/dogfancy/dog-fancy-extras/1005-extras/natural-alternatives-for-dog-friendly-lawn.aspx Hey Susan, maybe you might have some opinions on these or some extra tips since I know this is your speciality area! Well here is what they suggested: Getting Rid of Weeds: Sprinkle and Pull Method Although it may ... Dog Health Tue, 16 Mar 2010 22:52:08 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-health-f8/dog-friendly-lawn-t465.htm#2941 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-health-f8/dog-friendly-lawn-t465.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/baloo-s-training-t460.htm Ann Actually, there's not much training to it, more like perfecting. I'm so proud of him and also happy for him, as he loves going to classes and soaks up everything new. We sat through a simulated thunderstorm Wed night in class. A dark room with fake lightning, the sounds of thunder and rain playing loudly on a CD. All of the dogs were fine with it within just a few minutes. One thing I've noticed...Baloo is a little bit afraid of the dark when outside...not inside. I cut off all of the security ... Dog Training and Behavior Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:25:09 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/baloo-s-training-t460.htm#2905 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/baloo-s-training-t460.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/other-sites-f18/are-you-working-with-a-fearful-dog-t461.htm lucysnewmum if saw this site whilst researching training and handling techniques for such animals, i have come across a fantastic site full of information. the content is extensive and well laid out in a menu on the left hand side of the page covering all sorts of issues including handling, approaching, training, grooming and nurturing a fearful dog. in particular it points out that many rescue dogs become fearful after a long stay in a shelter waiting for a new home and the consequences this may have ... Other Sites Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:20:58 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/other-sites-f18/are-you-working-with-a-fearful-dog-t461.htm#2913 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/other-sites-f18/are-you-working-with-a-fearful-dog-t461.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/rants-f20/dog-running-loose-t456.htm Ann I took all of the dogs out for a ride tonight and when we were on our way home, I came up on a dog standing in the middle of a busy street in one of the "bad areas" of town. I've seen the dog chained out in front of a house many times, so knew where to take him. No one was home, so I had to clip that *^%$()$R# chain to his collar, out in the rain, no shelter, no food or water. The chain was wrapped around the stake and a bunch of sticks, which had left him about 5 inches to move. I ... Rants Wed, 10 Mar 2010 01:20:11 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/rants-f20/dog-running-loose-t456.htm#2872 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/rants-f20/dog-running-loose-t456.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/your-expertise-t357.htm Steven_L
I think for me the two (or three ) that I'd have to choose are biology, graphic & web design.

How about you guys?]]> General Chat Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:39:13 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/your-expertise-t357.htm#1867 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/your-expertise-t357.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/let-your-dog-pull-t459.htm Steven_L Just finished reading this interesting article ( http://dogstardaily.com/blogs/let-them-pull ) about letting your dog pull instead of trying so hard for loose leash walking. ...Well sorta. Heeling is still important to have on cue for instance when you are in a busy street or in the vets office but overall the author makes a good point in letting her dogs do what they like to do most: pull! Here she explains that she has her ACD pull a wagon when they go on walks. If you think about its ... Dog Training and Behavior Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:44:54 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/let-your-dog-pull-t459.htm#2899 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/let-your-dog-pull-t459.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/what-are-your-hands-telling-your-dog-t455.htm lucysnewmum you may think that is an odd question but there is a very good reason why i ask. i am currently studying the way we communicate with dogs, how they communicate back to us and how sometimes we get our wires crossed because the body language has been misread. for instance - it is well documented that humans use their eyes and their hands in the main. eye contact and body posture come a close second. dogs use their noses and mouths to find out about the environment. and therby lies the ... Dog Training and Behavior Tue, 09 Mar 2010 02:06:36 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/what-are-your-hands-telling-your-dog-t455.htm#2853 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/what-are-your-hands-telling-your-dog-t455.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/rants-f20/what-s-in-your-cd-player-i-pod-or-other-t453.htm Betterdog4u This isnt really a rant, other than I AM SO BORED of the **** I hear on "mainstream" radio these days ... From time to time I find myself in a "Music Rut" that is hard to get out of. So I recently began looking for new artists to listen to. In the course of my search, I recently found a site called "THE RADIO.com" It has a lot of stuff I havent heard before, and Ive found several bands that I really like!!! What bands or artists are YOU listening to these ... Rants Sun, 07 Mar 2010 18:13:03 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/rants-f20/what-s-in-your-cd-player-i-pod-or-other-t453.htm#2826 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/rants-f20/what-s-in-your-cd-player-i-pod-or-other-t453.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-health-f8/symptom-selector-t457.htm Steven_L Ok, I'm not saying anyone (especially if they don't have proper knowledge) should diagnose and treat their dog. But its always good to know what your dog might have, especially if you are thinking if could be a number of things. The following link is handy in that you can click on what kind of symptoms your dog currently has and then get results of diseases that have similar symtoms. By clicking on the disease you will find an article full of information on that illness and help educate yourself. ... Dog Health Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:09:27 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-health-f8/symptom-selector-t457.htm#2897 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-health-f8/symptom-selector-t457.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/dog-racing-on-decline-efforts-to-find-dogs-new-homes-t305.htm Steven_L According to an article in the LA Times: http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/wire/sns-ap-us-greyhound-glut,0,7894785.story Efforts to find x-racing greyhounds new homes have increased since the closing of dog racing tracks in Wisconsin, Arizona and Massachusetts. The president of The Greyhound Project Inc. fears that now there will be more dogs available for adoption than there are homes willing to take them in. Kevin Neuman has started a non-profit organization (greyhoundcentral.org) ... Recent News Stories Mon, 04 Jan 2010 22:33:48 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/dog-racing-on-decline-efforts-to-find-dogs-new-homes-t305.htm#1394 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/dog-racing-on-decline-efforts-to-find-dogs-new-homes-t305.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-pictures-and-videos-f13/rotties-at-play-t452.htm Ann



]]> Dog Pictures and Videos Sun, 07 Mar 2010 01:53:50 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-pictures-and-videos-f13/rotties-at-play-t452.htm#2821 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-pictures-and-videos-f13/rotties-at-play-t452.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/robo-dog-video-t449.htm lucysnewmum has anyone seen this video on MSN? i cant get the link to work but i have seen news items about him. apparently he lost both his front legs and has now been fitted with a set of wheels which now means he can get out and about again! Recent News Stories Sat, 06 Mar 2010 01:09:18 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/robo-dog-video-t449.htm#2814 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/robo-dog-video-t449.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-grooming-f9/befores-and-afters-t179.htm Steven_L Heres something fun we can do. Lets all posts pictures of our pooches here of before grooming and after. If you have older pictures feel free to use those. Junior needs a good bath right now so I'll be putting a recent before and after. Have fun with this! Dog Grooming Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:55:46 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-grooming-f9/befores-and-afters-t179.htm#662 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-grooming-f9/befores-and-afters-t179.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-grooming-f9/grooming-basics-t70.htm Steven_L Dog grooming is one of your dog's basic needs and an important part of dog ownership. Just like people, dogs need physical maintenance to look and feel their best. Fortunately, dogs do not need to bathe as often as people, but you do need to learn how much grooming your dog actually needs and keep it on a schedule. Generally, a dog’s grooming needs depend on the breed and hair type. If your dog has a skin, ear or nail condition, follow your veterinarian’s instructions regarding grooming your ... Dog Grooming Fri, 16 Oct 2009 18:54:17 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-grooming-f9/grooming-basics-t70.htm#77 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-grooming-f9/grooming-basics-t70.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-grooming-f9/what-does-it-take-to-be-a-groomer-t29.htm Steven_L Ever wanted to be a dog groomer? I know I did once, and every now and then I get a grooming job. However its not as easy as combing a little here and there. Here is an article from Dogchannel that gives a little insight into the job description: What It Takes to Be a Dog Groomer Find out what interests, skills, and other qualities are necessary to become a dog grooming professional. By Denise Flaim Jonathan David is a New York-based dog groomer who bathes and pampers the pooches ... Dog Grooming Wed, 07 Oct 2009 23:16:26 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-grooming-f9/what-does-it-take-to-be-a-groomer-t29.htm#29 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-grooming-f9/what-does-it-take-to-be-a-groomer-t29.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/vacuum-advise-t454.htm Samm-ban Grrrr my vacuum died today. Time for a new one. Any suggestions for a machine with good power, good pick up, at a reasonable price for picking up after all the hairy beasties in my house??]]> General Chat Mon, 08 Mar 2010 01:31:32 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/vacuum-advise-t454.htm#2831 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/vacuum-advise-t454.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/what-a-great-day-t451.htm Ann It was in the 50's here, which seemed really warm after the wintry weather we had last month. This morning I loaded all 3 of the dogs up and took them to the club in Lafayette. Lib ran the agility course several times, and Baloo was fascinated with the tunnel, which was good to see! There were a few other dogs there and Baloo was kind of pushy with one...a female BC. I kept him occupied doing puppy push-ups (sit-down-stand-sit down-stand) which kept him out of trouble. Grizz-Bang was happy ... General Chat Sun, 07 Mar 2010 01:42:51 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/what-a-great-day-t451.htm#2820 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/what-a-great-day-t451.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/any-ideas-t442.htm lucysnewmum Lucy has developed the urge to open the fridge door when i go out!!!! she doesnt steal anything from the fridge - just opens the door! i am thinking a) she may be too hot and has sussed out how to get some cool air b) there is often a little water at the bottom of the fridge so she may be thirsty (i do check that she has water in her dish before i leave her.) c) the fridge is right next to the caravan door - maybe she thinks its an escape route to get to me???? she isnt chewing anything ... Dog Training and Behavior Wed, 03 Mar 2010 23:40:10 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/any-ideas-t442.htm#2771 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/any-ideas-t442.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/aggressive-behavior-t443.htm Steven_L Aggressive behaviors include things such as growling, snapping, barking, lunging and in some cases biting. These are dangerous behaviors that are not to be taken lightly and cannot be solved over night. There are many things you can do to help solve this problem, one of these however doesn't include trying to get help over the internet. Trying to diagnose and solve aggression cases over the net can be dangerous and can lead to more problems. If you are on the other end, meaning someone is asking ... Dog Training and Behavior Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:50:26 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/aggressive-behavior-t443.htm#2791 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/aggressive-behavior-t443.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-health-f8/dog-dreams-t441.htm Steven_L
Do you guys ever notice your pooches do weird things while they sleep?]]> Dog Health Wed, 03 Mar 2010 22:24:25 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-health-f8/dog-dreams-t441.htm#2758 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-health-f8/dog-dreams-t441.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/other-sites-f18/some-good-clicker-videos-t448.htm Steven_L Along with the book Reaching the Animal Mind there was a website that you can follow along with in each chapter where you can see videos of what she is talking about. I thought you guys might like to see them so here's the site. It's ordered by chapters, so click on a certain chapter and look for the links under "Watch" and you can see them http://reachingtheanimalmind.com/chapter_01.html Other Sites Sat, 06 Mar 2010 00:04:04 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/other-sites-f18/some-good-clicker-videos-t448.htm#2812 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/other-sites-f18/some-good-clicker-videos-t448.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/rants-f20/computer-broke-t440.htm Steven_L Does anyone happen to know what this means "load needed dlls for kernel"??? Its an error sign I get when I try to start up my computer... I've been doing some searches to see what it could be and how it could be fixed but basically I'm stumped because I don't get the computer tech lingo! Its sad because until I get it fixed I won't be able to write up articles or do anything... most of my important files are thankfully loaded in my USB but there are a few things I wouldn't ... Rants Tue, 02 Mar 2010 20:51:34 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/rants-f20/computer-broke-t440.htm#2731 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/rants-f20/computer-broke-t440.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/books-tv-f15/what-is-my-dog-thinking-t445.htm lucysnewmum Have taken this book by Gwen Bailey out of the library today and i cant put it down. its a fascinating insight, with full colour pictures, into how dog's think and what their body language is telling us. i have learnt so much already from this book and i have only read the first three chapters. Gwen covers a range of subjects from discussing the social needs of dogs through health issues to the way dog's interact with people. Books & TV Fri, 05 Mar 2010 01:11:03 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/books-tv-f15/what-is-my-dog-thinking-t445.htm#2798 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/books-tv-f15/what-is-my-dog-thinking-t445.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/why-not-advise-aversive-techniques-on-the-net-t444.htm Steven_L Spent a few minutes writting up an article about some other consideration about advocating aversive methods. I mainly focused on two points, the skill required to use them and the manner in which people use them and accept them. Hope you guys like it! http://dog-notes.blogspot.com/2010/03/why-not-advise-aversive-techniques-on.html#more Feel free to comment here or at the blog (you can blog even if you aren't logged in) Dog Training and Behavior Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:20:10 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/why-not-advise-aversive-techniques-on-the-net-t444.htm#2792 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/why-not-advise-aversive-techniques-on-the-net-t444.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/rants-f20/i-seriously-have-the-worst-luck-ever-t408.htm PomPom_Queen27 I need to rant about this because its very frustrating, I feel like I have this big sign on my back saying "give me bad luck!" I already told you guys about my own laptop broken and then how my back up laptop charger died well I finally got the charger in the mail...I plug it in and it comes up and I decide to let it charge. The picture was fine and I left it charge and did some of my school work. Well I go back to it and move mouse to get it off screensaver and it wont!!! So I turn ... Rants Sat, 13 Feb 2010 06:29:40 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/rants-f20/i-seriously-have-the-worst-luck-ever-t408.htm#2442 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/rants-f20/i-seriously-have-the-worst-luck-ever-t408.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/memorial-f14/to-my-beloved-zak-1993-2007-who-i-miss-every-day-t400.htm lucysnewmum HAVE YOU SEEN MY NOSE? Have you seen my nose? Up skirts and in crotches it goes It sniffs out my food Which is terribly good Have you seen my nose? My nose is a marvellous thing A black, shiny, moist piece of skin Some people pull faces When it sniffs in odd places Ah my nose is a marvellous thing Have you seen my nose? My nose knows where everything goes Biscuits and treats And the people it greets Hello…have you seen my nose? ... Memorial Tue, 09 Feb 2010 23:20:19 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/memorial-f14/to-my-beloved-zak-1993-2007-who-i-miss-every-day-t400.htm#2339 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/memorial-f14/to-my-beloved-zak-1993-2007-who-i-miss-every-day-t400.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/ban-on-shock-collar-t436.htm Steven_L Here's the whole article if you guys want to take a look at it: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/wales/8537679.stm But in short, the country of Wales has now banned the use of Shock collar for training animals. Its is the first country to do this in the UK and animal welfare organizations hope that other countries will do the same thing. For many years have animal welfare organization campaigned to get these aversive tools banned and that work has paid off for them. The RSPCA said it ... Recent News Stories Mon, 01 Mar 2010 21:30:44 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/ban-on-shock-collar-t436.htm#2708 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/ban-on-shock-collar-t436.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/baloo-s-first-day-of-school-t432.htm Ann It was a blast! And I learned tons about puppies! I wish I had borrowed someone else's puppy and attended months ago! The other dogs in the class are all the same approximate age, and include a Boxer, a Bloodhound, a Belgian Malinois, a GSD/? mix, a Golden Retriever and a Husky/Lab mix. We worked on motivating our dogs to succeed, redirecting undesirable behavior, and exposing them to new sights and sounds, which I've already been doing with Baloo. He seems so bold and sure of himself compared ... Dog Training and Behavior Fri, 26 Feb 2010 01:03:16 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/baloo-s-first-day-of-school-t432.htm#2670 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/baloo-s-first-day-of-school-t432.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-pictures-and-videos-f13/funny-ears-t434.htm Ann ]]> Dog Pictures and Videos Sat, 27 Feb 2010 15:10:27 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-pictures-and-videos-f13/funny-ears-t434.htm#2692 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-pictures-and-videos-f13/funny-ears-t434.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-health-f8/getting-dog-to-take-pill-medication-t127.htm Steven_L Step 1 Crush pill or pour out capsule contents. Unless the pill’s package instructions or your vet specifically say not to, in most cases you can crush a solid pill into power form or pour out the contents of a capsule and mix the powder or granules with the dog’s food. As long as your dog gets the complete dose and takes it all at once, he is still getting the medicine. For crushing solid pills, you can use a mortar and pestle or, if you don’t have one of those, you can put the ... Dog Health Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:47:35 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-health-f8/getting-dog-to-take-pill-medication-t127.htm#284 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-health-f8/getting-dog-to-take-pill-medication-t127.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-health-f8/ah-my-poor-junior-t438.htm Steven_L With spring comes a whole lot of good things and a handful of bad things too.... Junior is starting to get all itchy now, and if I don't start treating the areas he's bitting too, he's bound to develope hotspots too! I'm not 100% sure if its fleas from the gazillion rabbits around here or maybe some kind of pollen he's allergic to, but poor Junior has been scratching away. For those of you that still have snow, send it this way He only seems to be itchy free in the winter! Dog Health Mon, 01 Mar 2010 21:36:22 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-health-f8/ah-my-poor-junior-t438.htm#2710 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-health-f8/ah-my-poor-junior-t438.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/how-did-you-learn-t270.htm Steven_L think helped you out the most?]]> Dog Training and Behavior Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:13:08 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/how-did-you-learn-t270.htm#1152 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/how-did-you-learn-t270.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/any-of-you-clicker-train-t437.htm Steven_L
But just out of curiosity I was wondering if any of you guys have tried it? Do you do all the training with a clicker or just some things here and there?]]> Dog Training and Behavior Mon, 01 Mar 2010 21:32:57 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/any-of-you-clicker-train-t437.htm#2709 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-training-and-behavior-f7/any-of-you-clicker-train-t437.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/missing-sled-dogs-found-2-days-after-running-away-t294.htm Steven_L Seems that in Anchorage, Alaska a dog sledding team of dogs went missing after the musher fell off. The just recently found the dogs 10 miles from where they took off. One unfortunately died and the others had been in fights, tangles, and had suffered from hunger. News Source: http://www.seattlepi.com/local/6420ap_ak_missing_sled_dogs.html Even though dog sledding may be really neat to watch, as we can see here it also can be very dangerous. I can't imagine the troubles the poor dogs went ... Recent News Stories Thu, 31 Dec 2009 19:53:24 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/missing-sled-dogs-found-2-days-after-running-away-t294.htm#1319 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/missing-sled-dogs-found-2-days-after-running-away-t294.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/recent-study-on-low-calorie-dog-food-t374.htm Steven_L According to the study by the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University, there seems to be wide variations between different foods designed to control weight in dogs. Variations for the foods include things such as calorie density and how much the dog is supposed to be eating. Pricing and formulas used to get how much a dog should be eating also change from manufacturer to manufacturer. Just to put some numbers on this here are the ranges in the study which included 44 different ... Recent News Stories Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:11:54 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/recent-study-on-low-calorie-dog-food-t374.htm#2075 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/recent-study-on-low-calorie-dog-food-t374.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/petco-petsmart-reach-milestones-helping-dogs-t320.htm Steven_L Was reading on Dogchannel that PetCo has now raised $4Million for animal welfare efforts through its Tree of Hope fundraiser and Petsmart is not celebrating its 4 millionth adoption. During the holiday season Petco invites its customers to donate money to the Tree of Hope fundraiser, they say that donations reached $4 million which is 30% more than last year (2008). Half of that money will go the animal welfare organizations and the other half will go to regional programs and relief efforts As ... Recent News Stories Mon, 11 Jan 2010 22:05:08 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/petco-petsmart-reach-milestones-helping-dogs-t320.htm#1538 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/recent-news-stories-f16/petco-petsmart-reach-milestones-helping-dogs-t320.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/virus-alert-t435.htm lucysnewmum please do something about it if you can admin team....its most annoying. have scanned my pc - no viruses so far but they are out there!!!!
cheers
gilly]]> General Chat Mon, 01 Mar 2010 01:27:31 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/virus-alert-t435.htm#2702 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/virus-alert-t435.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/need-your-input-please-t407.htm lucysnewmum as most of you know i am putting together my business plan for the launch of Carefreek9s!!! I am at the point of doing some Market Research. What I would like to know is:- a) how far from home would you be willing to travel to go to a training class? b) how important is it to you that the trainer holds a recognised qualification and holds the correct insurances? c) what is the maximum you would be prepared to pay for classes? d) what are your feelings on negative reinforcement techniques ... General Chat Sat, 13 Feb 2010 00:52:14 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/need-your-input-please-t407.htm#2438 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/need-your-input-please-t407.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-grooming-f9/what-do-you-prefer-t428.htm Steven_L
I'm not talking about surgical things either, just taping or holding down. What do you guys think about that? Do you like it the way standards have it set or do you like the look of an all natural dog?]]> Dog Grooming Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:25:24 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-grooming-f9/what-do-you-prefer-t428.htm#2657 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/dog-grooming-f9/what-do-you-prefer-t428.htm http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/samm-ban-a-question-for-you-t426.htm Steven_L Is your Bandit on the Dog Fancy Calandar for 2010? I was looking through the calandar pages that I'd ripped out (I don't throw them away) and I thought I saw a handsome dog that looked VEEEERY familiar for the portrait of Febuary 2nd! General Chat Thu, 25 Feb 2010 20:41:18 GMT http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/samm-ban-a-question-for-you-t426.htm#2655 http://k9academy.dogboard.net/general-chat-f21/samm-ban-a-question-for-you-t426.htm