Laurie has a rare passion for successful, positive training and strives to create understanding and cooperation between
owner and dog resulting in trust and fulfillment of the human / animal bond.
Not exact matches
Most
dog and cat
owners report that these collars provide maximum
results within three weeks time.
In addition to concerns about human safety, the RSPCA reports that these «status
dogs» often suffer violence at the hands of their
owners and are forced to take part in fights which
result in the
dogs sustaining serious injuries.
Thirteen were fully qualified
and working with guide
dog owners,
and this
resulted in a financial cost of more than # 600,000 to the charity.
Being able to identify
dogs with this genetic susceptibility could provide a valuable tool for
owners, breeders
and veterinarians for mitigating the risk of intervertebral disc herniation
and resulting spinal cord disease.
Dog attacks resulted in physical injuries to 13.8 % people, of which 68 % were guide dog owners, and 47 % required medical attenti
Dog attacks
resulted in physical injuries to 13.8 % people, of which 68 % were guide
dog owners, and 47 % required medical attenti
dog owners,
and 47 % required medical attention.
A proper harness that enables good communication between the blind person
and the
dog is an important factor in the animal's well - being, while a poorly fitting harness may
result in health problems
and impaired communication between
dog and owner.
For purebreds, the judges correctly matched
dog and owner 16 times out of 25 — a statistically significant
result.
In the event a
dog bites a visitor, the
owner might be liable for any
resulting medical bills
and damages.
Hundreds of responsible
dog owners have been faced with the same situation
and found lasting
results using the proven techniques of the Sit Means Sit system.
It forms to the
dog's chest for an ergonomic fit,
resulting in comfort for the
dog and control for the
owner.
That misguided notion alone, leads to countless
dogs entering animal shelters each year
and resulting in large veterinary bills (as a
result of eating household items when their
owners are not home).
This takes time
and consistent follow - through,
and an
owner that was there in the beginning of training, will be more ahead in the game, closer to those permanent
results they want for their
dog.
Most importantly Shelly has resolved numerous
dog behavioral problems
resulting in a happy relationship between the pet
and his / her
owner.
This is a cornerstone of my training process because it helps build positive relationships with
dogs and their
owners; provides consistency
and practice;
and means we'll get
results far more quickly than with other methods.
As a
result of the show, Travis discovered he had a passion to help other
dogs and their
owners create similar positive learning
and relationship building experiences.
I had been wary of the breed because I had seen the news reports
and seen the
results of bad
owners not keeping their
dogs if not under control at least in their own yard.
Careful supervision ensures that both the
dog and owner learn the necessary «language»
and behaviors,
resulting in flawless communication
and an improved emotional bond.
Adopting a
dog from a shelter can be hugely rewarding,
resulting in a lasting relationship, as it has with Riley
and Rusty
and their
owners.
What some
dog owners,
and some
dog trainers, sometimes incorrectly diagnose as disobedience, brattiness,
and dominance are really the
result of a bad relationship that needs to be repaired.
There are many factors
result to
dogs» anxiety are
owners mood, noise around the area, mating season, weather, jealousy around
dogs and young kids at home, security issues, food deprivation
and among others.
«This study will involve thousands of
dogs,
owners and veterinarians
and will
result in the identification of new ways to diagnose, treat
and even prevent cancer
and other diseases in
dogs.»
To achieve optimal
results,
owners should use a soft - bristled toothbrush, along with toothpaste that is formulated for
dogs and cats.
* Training / Behavior Modification hasn't
resulted in an acceptable change in the
dog; * There is significant risk
and / or evidence that
dog is going to seriously injure someone; aggression problems don't automatically mean the
dog will injure someone or is dangerous; I am referring to the idea that even with reasonable precautions, supervision, training
and behavior modification, the
dog is still going to get around all of that
and hurt someone; * You have made a reasonable effort to work with the
dog and situation; meaning you have PAID a professional to help you, worked the situation properly
and diligently,
and you still can't trust the
dog to not hurt itself, another animal or a person; * The
dog is so dangerous you can't place the
dog with someone else; * The
owner isn't willing, or is unable, or unqualified, to work with the
dog any further, even with supervised professional help; some people won't follow instructions, so some of these
dogs would be fine in the hands of someone else, but not the current
owner; * Regardless what you do (behavior modification, training,
and / or behavioral medications) nothing has made the
dog manageable,
and your trainer is recommending you consider euthanasia; * Even behavioral medications can't alleviate the problem; I am experienced working with drugs prescribed by veterinarians
and can give you feedback as to how things are going, or when you might wish to consider another drug; * This
dog is too dangerous to work with.
Some
dog owners have their
dogs tested to determine a level of immunity
and make vaccination decisions based on the
results.
Wellpet is the
result of a merger in early 2009 between Eagle Pack
dog food
and Old Mother Hubbard
dog food (the
owners of the Wellness brand).
So, for best
results, pet
owners are advised to use the deshedding tool only on
dogs that have moderate to severe shedding
and not on
dogs with sensitive skin
and don't shed much.
As a
dog owner, avoid replacing your lack of presence by another
dog: this only
results in two sad
and lonely
dogs.
Although
results did not indicate a negative impact of the term guardian, its use was not associated with an enhanced bond between
owner and dog.
It can be as a
result of submission (the
dog urinates when the
owner or another person arrives home
and touches the
dog) or because of excitation.
As a
result,
dog and cat wellness can be compromised, especially when pet
owners fail to maintain flea
and tick control.
As a
result of being in distress from being left alone, affected
dogs typically develop barrier frustration which causes scratching, digging
and chewing mainly aimed at doors, windows
and other barriers that keep the
dog from being near its
owner.
While many studies are giving
dog owners cause for concern when considering whether or not to neuter their pets, a recent University of Georgia study has come out with interesting
results regarding the lifespan of neutered
and intact
dogs.
(a) The
owner of the service
dog or law enforcement animal for any veterinary bills
and out - of - pocket costs incurred as a
result of the injury to the service
dog or law enforcement animal;
and
Many
owners are reporting dramatic
results such as elimination of limps
and an increase in activity levels in treated
dogs.
An encouraging
result of the PHP client reminder program was a strong response by
owners of senior
dogs and cats.
«A study by Dr Randall Lockwood of the US Humane Society found that pit bulls are more likely to break restraints to attack someone
and that pit bulls are more likely to attack their
owners, possibly as a
result of
owners trying to separate their
dogs from victims.»
This
resulted in a Supreme Court challenge on the basis that the Panel did not take into account evidence from the
dogs owners and their representatives.
Abnormal
results are included in a CHIC report
and published only if the
dog's
owner checks the box on the form allowing for their release.
While some people buy
dog jumpers to keep their canine companions warm in the winter months, the growth of social media has
resulted in many pet
owners buying funny
dog outfits purely for photoshoots
and the popularity of amusing pictures of dressed - up
dogs means this trend is likely to continue.
«I have to deal with the
results of all this modern training, with
owners that have tried bribing
and cajoling their
dogs,
and are now completely out of control.»
He claims that
dog owners are put at a disadvantage when walking their
dogs because
dogs are more horizontal than vertical
and their horizontal shape
results in the advantage of having a more stable center of gravity.
«The study
results indicate that
dog owners and service
dog trainers should carefully consider when to have their male or female
dogs neutered,» said the lead investigator, Dr. Benjamin Hart, a distinguished professor emeritus in the UC - Davis School of Veterinary Medicine.
According to the study
results, both
owners and veterinarians noted statistically superior improvements in pruritus
and dermatitis VAS (visual analog scale) scores when compared to placebo - treated
dogs.
When a
dog doesn't have a clear pack leader, she tries to fill the vacant role, usually to disastrous
results (for the
owner and for the
dog!)
Then, the practitioner needs a good understanding of the theories of animal
and human behavior, since most
dog problems are a
result of the relationship between the
owner and the
dog.
Unfortunately the use of these leashes has
resulted in serious injuries for both
dogs and their
owners.
As with any
dog, a consistent, rewards based approach will net you the best
results and for first - time
dog owners who feel overwhelmed, a professional trainer may be the best route.
This may be a good choice for
dog owners who have tried Cosequin
and didn't see the
results they were hoping for, with the added benefit that many of the added ingredients are naturally derived.
This can
result in injuries for
owners falling
and possible death when the
dog breaks loose if the large, cumbersome handle is dropped.