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Caring For Your Dog  by: Michael Colucci Dogs are social animals that have worked with humans for thousands of years. They have played an important role in various different cultures. Dogs are highly valued for their intelligence and loyalty, and it is important to train and care for them properly. Despite the importance of dogs, owners may find that there are many challenges in training and caring for them. While many people want to own a dog, few know how to train them properly. A dog which is not disciplined will not bring happiness to its owners. Too many people allow their dogs to develop bad habits You want to make sure you purchase quality food for your dog, even if its a bit expensive. Cheap dog food won't give your dog the healthy look it should have. You want your dog to have a shiny coat and bright eyes. Dogs are much like their owners, and will behave in many of the same ways. Dogs are like small children, and should be treated as such. Dogs should not be left alone for long periods of time, as they are prone to getting into trouble. When dogs are left alone at home, they need to have a designated area with boundaries. Leave chew toys and other things that will keep them occupied. When your dog behaves properly, you should always praise and reward him. This teaches him that good behavior leads to rewards, while bad behavior does not. When you do this, you will find that your dog behaves properly on a regular basis. When your dog doesn't behave properly, you should also discipline him, so that he understands the difference between right and wrong behavior. There is a difference between discipline and abuse. There are some dog owners that don't understand this, and hit or kick their dogs in order to train them. This is abuse, and is not an effective way to train your dog, and may even cause your dog to attack you. You want your dog to respect you, not fear you. A good way to discipline your dog without hitting him is to spray water on him and give him a verbal warning. This will get the message across in a non-abusive way. How you train your dog is very important. You want a dog which you can take out for a walk without worrying about him bothering others. You want a dog that will listen to your commands. About The Author Michael Colucci is a technical writer for http://www.free-dog-training.org and http://www.edogstoday.com. This article was posted on March 13, 2006 Read More Articles from the "Pets and Animals" Category: Perfect Cat Box For Your Cat by Ken Charnely Beagle - The Facts Every Owner Of This Dog Breed Should Know by Robert W. Benjamin Details of Dog Strollers by Daniel Dan Dog Clothes: Essential Fashion Items For Your Dog by Olga Sen Dog Whispering: Origins Of A Phrase And A Philosophy by Martin Olliver Lyme Disease And Your Dog – A Deadly Combination by Randy Jones Unusual Birds and Mammals by Emma Snow Dealing With Loose Aggressive Dogs On Walks by Paul Smith Dog Training With A Training Collar Or Choke Collar by Waylon Harvey Shih Tzu Point Shows by Connie Limon << Back to "Pets And Animals" Index

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