NEW SERIES! How I’m Training MY OWN DOG to STOP BARKING at EVERYTHING THAT MOVES …Even Colorado

Reading dog food labels can be confusing at best. There are words that are not understood and sometimes it seems that ingredients are listed more than once through out the label. Why is it so complicated? Reading food labels should not be rocket science.

At some point or another, most kids will beg their parents for a dog. Those who have had a dog before or have always wanted one may be considering giving in to their child’s plea. However, before parents make any decisions, they should think about which breeds are best suited for their family.

It is not uncommon for dogs to develop bad breath. All dogs are susceptible and it doesn’t matter what breed of dog you have or his size. The good news is this condition can usually be cured fairly easily. It is important, however, to first find out what is causing the problem.

As many of you know, canines (dogs) are ancestors of the wolf, and like the wolf, they are pack animals. It is very important for you, as a serious and responsible dog owner to make sure your dog understands it’s rank in YOUR pack. A pack consists of three ranks: • “Alpha” Dog – leader of the packâ�¨• “Beta” Dog – next in charge in the pack â�¨• “Omega” Dog – bottom of the pack and the happiest member.

The Bernese mountain dog is a strong, sturdy, and very agile dog. He comes in tricolors with white, black and rust being his prime shades. In most cases, the base of the dog is always black while the chest is white. He likes being around humans and doesn’t like being chained or kept in a kennel.