If you want to have a small but sturdy pet dog, then the Border terrier might be for you. This pet is no delicate lapdog. The Border terrier pet dog is full of fun for the whole family.
Before getting a Border terrier pet dog, however, you might want to consider some of the major concerns regarding the breed. This will help you weigh the pros against the cons and will let you reach a decision that would be best for you. Here are some concerns regarding Border terrier pet dogs:
1) Temperament – when people talk about terriers, they all comment on the same behavior using different words. Some people say that their dogs are feisty. Some say that their dogs are stubborn. Some people would prefer to use the word impulsive. The point is, they all describe the same behavior. A terrier is inherently dynamic in its behavior. It is part of what makes a terrier, a terrier.
The temperament of the Border terrier pet dog may be quite surprising, if not outright shocking for most people because of its size. For such a small dog, a Border terrier pet dog sure packs a lot of energy.
2) Aggression - Border terrier pet dogs are not really as aggressive as other breeds. However, its instincts as a terrier would still urge it to run after anything smaller than it. This means that if you own a cat or even a pet rabbit, you cannot have a Border terrier pet dog. This also means that you cannot trust a Border terrier pet dog out of its leash. If it even sees something running, it will take off, leaving you yelling uselessly. This, of course, can cause accidents to happen. In order to make sure that your Border terrier pet dog does not get hit by a car, you need to keep that pet on a leash outside.
3) Escape – it is recommended by many experts that Border terrier pet dogs should be kept in a fenced-in yard to let it have some roaming space while making sure that it is safe. However, you should know that Border terrier pet dogs are clever escape artists. Even if a Border terrier pet dog is within a closed in fence, you should try to keep an eye on it.
4) The noise - Border terrier pet dogs will bark at practically anything that catches their attention. Because of this, you need to properly train them to bark only when needed. You should also be quick to stop them if they are barking inappropriately.
For this reason, you should not really get a Border terrier pet dog if you live with very close neighbors and if you work during the day. An unsupervised Border terrier pet dog is sure to keep barking all day long. This, of course, may draw complaints from your neighbors.
5) Independent thinking – what people love about Border terrier pet dogs is the fact that they can learn very quickly. This is because of their inherent curiosity and toughness. However, the same qualities that make them prize-winners can also make them very stubborn when they want to. You have to be consistent with your commands and show the Border terrier pet dog that you mean what you say. In doing so, you will be training the Border terrier pet dog properly.
Monday, December 28, 2009
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Finding Dogs For Sale.
This article is appropriate at this time of the year when many puppies are bought for Christmas. Speaking of which a happy Christmas to you & your loved ones.
People think that finding dogs for sale would be a very easy task. However, people need to know that there’s more to finding dogs for sale than looking in the phone book or in the classified ads. For one thing, the breeder often reflects the quality of the pet.
Today, many of the dogs for sale are bred by “puppy farms” which exist solely to breed and sell pet dogs. These “puppy farms” are profit-oriented and are therefore natural breeding grounds for animal cruelty. It is often the case that the puppies born in these farms are taken away from their mothers as soon as they are big enough to sell. They are often malnourished as a result of the cost-cutting methods of these farms.
When you are trying to find dogs for sale, you need to look for a breeder who genuinely cares for the animals. This will assure you that the animal is well taken care of and will survive more than a few weeks in your care.
Another reason to look for this type of dog for sale is genetics. When you buy from a puppy farm, all the owner cares about is the profits. As long as a puppy looks good enough to be sold, it is sold. A great dog breeder, however, knows that breeding goes far beyond determining the appearance of a dog. When you are looking for a dog for sale, you need to look for a breeder who knows that breeding also determines the temperament of a dog.
When you go looking for dogs for sale, you need to find a pet that would suit your temperament. While a low-class breeder would tell you to buy a dog because the puppy looks cute, a great dog breeder would tell you to buy a specific dog because it fits your personality.
When looking for dogs for sale, you need to find a seller who does not ask you how much you are willing to pay but asks you what your qualifications are. When you are looking for dogs for sale, you need to find a breeder who will not push the dog towards you but will truly take the time to know if you are fit to own a dog.
When you are looking for dogs for sale, you need to look for a seller who would be willing to take back the dog if you somehow neglect it. Do not go for sellers who will exchange the puppy for cash and then walk away. A great breeder will leave you with a way to contact him or her in case you change your mind.
Another way to find the best kinds of dogs for sale is to look for the proper documentation. Often, true breeders will be able to provide pedigrees that can trace back the lineage of a puppy. Through this, you know that you are buying the best.
Looking for dogs for sale may seem like a daunting task at first, but with the right attitude and information, you should be able to get the best puppy for you. By following the tips in this article, you can make hunting for dogs for sale the best thing you have ever done.
From the beginning of the new year I will be posting more articles per week.
How do you find my blog? I'd welcome any suggestions to improve it. Feel free to leave a comment.
Derek
People think that finding dogs for sale would be a very easy task. However, people need to know that there’s more to finding dogs for sale than looking in the phone book or in the classified ads. For one thing, the breeder often reflects the quality of the pet.
Today, many of the dogs for sale are bred by “puppy farms” which exist solely to breed and sell pet dogs. These “puppy farms” are profit-oriented and are therefore natural breeding grounds for animal cruelty. It is often the case that the puppies born in these farms are taken away from their mothers as soon as they are big enough to sell. They are often malnourished as a result of the cost-cutting methods of these farms.
When you are trying to find dogs for sale, you need to look for a breeder who genuinely cares for the animals. This will assure you that the animal is well taken care of and will survive more than a few weeks in your care.
Another reason to look for this type of dog for sale is genetics. When you buy from a puppy farm, all the owner cares about is the profits. As long as a puppy looks good enough to be sold, it is sold. A great dog breeder, however, knows that breeding goes far beyond determining the appearance of a dog. When you are looking for a dog for sale, you need to look for a breeder who knows that breeding also determines the temperament of a dog.
When you go looking for dogs for sale, you need to find a pet that would suit your temperament. While a low-class breeder would tell you to buy a dog because the puppy looks cute, a great dog breeder would tell you to buy a specific dog because it fits your personality.
When looking for dogs for sale, you need to find a seller who does not ask you how much you are willing to pay but asks you what your qualifications are. When you are looking for dogs for sale, you need to find a breeder who will not push the dog towards you but will truly take the time to know if you are fit to own a dog.
When you are looking for dogs for sale, you need to look for a seller who would be willing to take back the dog if you somehow neglect it. Do not go for sellers who will exchange the puppy for cash and then walk away. A great breeder will leave you with a way to contact him or her in case you change your mind.
Another way to find the best kinds of dogs for sale is to look for the proper documentation. Often, true breeders will be able to provide pedigrees that can trace back the lineage of a puppy. Through this, you know that you are buying the best.
Looking for dogs for sale may seem like a daunting task at first, but with the right attitude and information, you should be able to get the best puppy for you. By following the tips in this article, you can make hunting for dogs for sale the best thing you have ever done.
From the beginning of the new year I will be posting more articles per week.
How do you find my blog? I'd welcome any suggestions to improve it. Feel free to leave a comment.
Derek
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Five Tips for Keeping Your Pet Dog Well-Behaved
Here are some tips you can use to keep your pet dog well-behaved:
1) You have to start training your pet dog as early as possible. This is because of the fact that the earlier a dog learns a trick, the faster they will be able to learn it. This doesn’t just apply to tricks. It also applies to general behavior. When your dog is still just a puppy, you need to start training it. This way, the behavioral training that you give it will be ingrained into the dog’s brain. This way, proper behavior becomes almost instinctive to the dog.
2) Use, don’t abuse – Various training methods are made available for you by various experts. However, there’s one thing you should know: they only work with proper use. Some people make use of the leash or of the crate to abuse their animals. What you need to know is that each method of training can only be effective if used in a way that will not harm the animals. You need to be firm but gentle with your animal when you are trying to train it.
Use the various implements humanely in such a manner that will encourage your dog to behave well and not scare it from behaving badly.
3) Habit inside, habit outside – Before taking your dog outside, try to observe its behavior inside. This will give you a clue as to how the dog will act outside the house. Many people say that a dog’s behavior inside a house is very different from the way that the same dog will act in outside environments. This is not true. By observing the inside behavior of your dog, you will realize how it will respond to you outside.
If your dog does not listen to your commands inside the house, how can you expect it to listen to your commands outside the house where there are things a lot more interesting to a dog than your commands are?
4) Keep your temper – Training a dog can understandably be very frustrating. However, you should not lose your temper. Negative actions such as hitting or shouting at your dog will not accomplish anything positive. Sometimes, we have a tendency to take out our frustrations on helpless pets. Do not blame your problems on the dog. If you know that you are having a bad day, do not even think about training your dog. All that you might get from the ordeal is a bad case of hyperacidity. Your dog will learn nothing and that would only increase your frustration.
5) Timing – Timing is always important. You need to make corrections regarding your dog’s behavior while those corrections are still relevant. If you praise or correct with the wrong timing, you would only end up confusing the dog. Actually, the best timing you can use is to correct the dog before he or she even starts to misbehave.
These five tips can help you a lot in keeping your pet dog’s behavior in check. By following these tips, you can make training your dog an easy task
Derek.
Monday, December 7, 2009
Training Older Dogs--Part 3
How to Communicate With Your Dog
Dogs utilize body language, vocal tones, scent, touch & taste in all of their communication with each other. When training a dog it is best to try to emulate the canine language in order to achieve faster success with complete understanding.
When using your voice, keep the frequency to a conversational level. A dog hears far better than we do, so there is no reason to shout. Shouting will not get the point across faster, it will only show your dog that you are not in control.
There are three tones of voice you should use when training your dog: a high enthusiastic tone when praising; a demanding authoritative tone preceded by your dog's name when giving a command; and a low growly tone when giving a reprimand.
When praising your dog use the word good repeatedly. When giving a command do so only once, so that your dog will learn to listen on the first command & not wait until you've said it five times. Use the word no with all reprimands.
It is important to use these words consistently so that he learns what you are saying. It will take him longer to learn that he is doing something wrong if you use several words such as stop it, no, don't or get down. Simply say "No!" Your tone of voice will clue him in but the goal is to teach him the language.
There are several body positions that will be helpful while training. When giving a command or a reprimand try to look dominant by standing upright. When greeting your dog, teaching him to come to you, or releasing him from work, crouch down to his level so that you are on more equal terms.
Everyone needs to hear the bell for quitting time. Your dog isn't any different. You need to communicate to him when he is working & when he is allowed to do his own thing. The word break or finished can be used when releasing him.
Since dogs also communicate largely with touch, it is best to keep your hands off him while he is working, otherwise he'll be distracted. He will learn the difference between work & break faster if he isn't touched while working & is petted when told to break. The exception to this rule is after he has come to you. At this time he should receive a pat on the head to encourage his good behaviour.
Food can play a large part in the training process. Very few dogs will turn down a tidbit & many will do almost anything to get it. Food will be utilized more in the training of tricks than in obedience work. During obedience work we are teaching him to listen to you, not the treats.
Derek
Dogs utilize body language, vocal tones, scent, touch & taste in all of their communication with each other. When training a dog it is best to try to emulate the canine language in order to achieve faster success with complete understanding.
When using your voice, keep the frequency to a conversational level. A dog hears far better than we do, so there is no reason to shout. Shouting will not get the point across faster, it will only show your dog that you are not in control.
There are three tones of voice you should use when training your dog: a high enthusiastic tone when praising; a demanding authoritative tone preceded by your dog's name when giving a command; and a low growly tone when giving a reprimand.
When praising your dog use the word good repeatedly. When giving a command do so only once, so that your dog will learn to listen on the first command & not wait until you've said it five times. Use the word no with all reprimands.
It is important to use these words consistently so that he learns what you are saying. It will take him longer to learn that he is doing something wrong if you use several words such as stop it, no, don't or get down. Simply say "No!" Your tone of voice will clue him in but the goal is to teach him the language.
There are several body positions that will be helpful while training. When giving a command or a reprimand try to look dominant by standing upright. When greeting your dog, teaching him to come to you, or releasing him from work, crouch down to his level so that you are on more equal terms.
Everyone needs to hear the bell for quitting time. Your dog isn't any different. You need to communicate to him when he is working & when he is allowed to do his own thing. The word break or finished can be used when releasing him.
Since dogs also communicate largely with touch, it is best to keep your hands off him while he is working, otherwise he'll be distracted. He will learn the difference between work & break faster if he isn't touched while working & is petted when told to break. The exception to this rule is after he has come to you. At this time he should receive a pat on the head to encourage his good behaviour.
Food can play a large part in the training process. Very few dogs will turn down a tidbit & many will do almost anything to get it. Food will be utilized more in the training of tricks than in obedience work. During obedience work we are teaching him to listen to you, not the treats.
Derek
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