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Welcome to Dog School.
Below you will find an 'ever-growing' resource for anything 'dog' related. We hope to add links and articles that we feel would help families that are looking for great information on topics relating to dogs.
There is a learning curve to everything we do and owning a dog is no exception. Families are encouraged to go through the topics below with their children as getting a dog for your home should not be a quick undertaking.
We hope to add a kid's section in the near future and will advise when it is ready. The world of dogs is ever-changing and as those changes are made and reported, we will showcase them here.
Also, look forward to a section relating to 'current events' in the dog world. Each day, we hear stories of courageous acts and a dog doing something that would make us call him a hero. You will find those here as well.
Dog School 101 is a great way to see if you really want or need a dog. Can you handle the trials and tribulations of a perpetual three year old for a long time? Do you have what it takes to bring a dog home and give a new life? Do you not really even want a dog but just want to learn about dogs and what it takes to look after them?
Dog School 101 is for you !!
DOG SCHOOL 101
Dog ownership is one of the most amazing and rewarding additions that families can make to their homes. Our furry friends thrive being part of our pack and we get to experience seeing our pets become great members of our homes.
Educating ourselves on owning a dog is fundamental to a life-long, rewarding relationship between us and our canine friends. The more that we know about dog behavior and health, the better we will be able to look after their needs for their lifetime.
This section is devoted to getting to know all about getting a dog, owning a dog and looking after a dog.
Dogs can be pretty complicated creatures with unique personalities who sometimes make us laugh and other times test our patience in our quest to have a four legged member in our families.
Dogs and Children
Kids and Dogs - Leaning about dog safety (e-book)
Kids and Dogs - The rules for mixing kids and dogs
Kids and Dogs - Dogs good with children
Kids and Dogs - Dog care for children (child focused)
Kids and Dogs - Explaining what happens when dogs go to heaven
Dog Behavior/Training
Dog Behavior - Bringing home your new puppy
Dog Behavior - Bringing home your new rescue dog
Dog Behavior - Breed characteristics of dogs
Dog Behavior - Cesar Millan - The Dog Whisperer
Dog Training - Clicker Training - the basics
Dog Training - Basic Obedience
Dog Training - Common problems and the fixes for them
Dog Health - Vaccinations and why we do them
Dog Health - Common Ailments in our canine friends
Dog Health - Exactly what do you feed a dog anyways? Here is the place to find out.
Dog Health - How much exercise does my dog need?
