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12/03/07	Dec. 3, 2007 - Bark Busters Offers Tips for Bringing Home a New Puppy Bark Busters Offers Tips for Bringing Home a Puppy New furry friend can be a bundle of joy, but a canine companion comes with the responsibility of guardianship ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Dec. 3, 2007—More ... [view full item]
02/18/05	Neighbor's barking dog If you have a problem with a neighbor’s barking dog, first approach the neighbor to tell him there is a problem. Owners sometimes do not realize their dog is causing problems because the dog may bark only ... [view full item]
02/18/05	Pulling on leash Does your dog take YOU for a walk, dragging you at the end of the leash? You are not alone, and the solution is easier than you might think. Your dog should walk at your side on ... [view full item]
02/18/05	Jumping up Jumping up is all about dog psychology. Dogs communicate with body language. To them, height is dominance, and dogs will naturally jump up on us to test their dominance. You have probably noticed that they do this to ... [view full item]
02/18/05	Boundary control Boundary control is teaching your dog that he is not allowed in certain rooms or on the carpet without your invitation, he is not allowed in the house without your invitation (even if the back door is open) ... [view full item]
02/18/05	Boredom busters Here are some suggestions for keeping your canine friends entertained and out of mischief. · Bungy Bouncer: Hang a bungy cord from a tree branch or an overhanging beam. Tie a favorite toy to the ... [view full item]
02/18/05	How to avoid being attacked by a dog Yes, dog attacks can be avoided. Regrettably, most media stories of dog attacks on people -- especially children -- focus on the injuries caused rather than what could and should be done to avoid such incidents in the ... [view full item]
02/18/05	Digging, chewing, escaping Dogs do not instinctively dig, chew or try to escape. These activities are usually symptoms of a more significant behavior problem; they are doing these things for a reason. We can help to find the cause and suggest ... [view full item]
02/18/05	Immunization advice Canine distemper, canine parvo-virus and canine hepatitis can all be fatal to dogs and are preventable only by vaccination. Distemper and infectious hepatitis have been around for many years. Parvo-virus first appeared in 1978, and within 12 ... [view full item]
02/18/05	Puppy training Puppies can get into all kinds of mischief. Remember that in this regard they are just like babies and toddlers, so be patient with them and puppy proof your house as much as you can. If possible, remove ... [view full item]
02/18/05	Responsibilities of a dog owner Bark Busters wants you to enjoy owning a dog and has collated the following information to help you understand the laws governing dog ownership. We advise, however, that you find out your responsibilities of dog ownership in your ... [view full item]
02/18/05	Aged/older dogs As our dogs age, their diet, lifestyle and quality of life need special consideration. An aged dog's diet should be altered somewhat. Older dogs are less able to digest bones and require less protein than younger dogs. Nutrients ... [view full item]
02/18/05	Puppy behavior training One way to prevent puppies from chewing furniture is to paint the furniture with Tabasco sauce. After letting the pup taste it, paint the Tabasco onto the base of doors, tables, whatever you don't want your puppy to ... [view full item]
02/18/05	Advice on skin and coat care Along with worming and flea control, maintenance of a healthy skin and coat ensures that your dog is a happy and welcome member of your household. Regular brushing, even for short-haired dogs, is important to remove debris, ... [view full item]
02/18/05	Traveling with your dog This information is designed to be of assistance to dog owners who may have to travel with their dogs, whether it be across town or around the world. If you need to transport your dog ... [view full item]
02/18/05	Overweight dogs Weight problems are common in dogs and owners often find it difficult to keep their dogs fit and slim. Modern feeding methods can sometimes contribute to the extra weight, along with several misconceptions owners have about when and ... [view full item]
02/18/05	Feeding puppies Do not make a big issue of feeding your puppy. Have him wait until you give him permission to eat. However, some ravenous, greedy pups become upset by having to wait. ... [view full item]
02/18/05	Toilet training For Puppies and for Older Dogs Toilet training for your puppy should start as soon as the puppy is home with you. You must be prepared to be patient and observant! ... [view full item]
02/13/05	Aggression This is a very serious problem and must be handled as soon as possible by a professional behavioral therapist. The worst case scenario for an uncontrollable, aggressive dog is that he injures a ... [view full item]
02/13/05	Nuisance barking A dog that barks at birds, noises, the neighbors, passing pedestrians or other dogs is not a good watchdog. A dog like this is similar to a car alarm that keeps going off for no reason. People will ... [view full item]
02/13/05	Scratching, whining Scratching or whining is your dog’s way to get what he wants, which is to come into the house. If you let him in when he whines or scratches, he will do it over and over because ... [view full item]
02/13/05	Separation anxiety If your dog howls or barks when you leave or is destructive when you are gone, he may be suffering from separation anxiety. Your dog may be stressed and he will stay that way -- each day -- ... [view full item]
02/13/05	Not coming when called This is one of the more difficult things to teach your dog, particularly if other dogs are around. However, it is vitally important for your control of your dog . . . and for your dog’s safety. ... [view full item]