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Most responsible breeders offer a one-year health guarantee for specific concerns, such as <em>hip dysplasia</em> (a condition in which the dog’s hip doesn’t fit well into the socket, causing severe pain and lameness), <em>epilepsy</em> (a condition that causes seizures), or <em>cataracts</em> (an eye condition that can lead to blindness).</li>\n<li>Can I meet the puppy in the environment where they’re being raised? The environment should be clean and the puppies should not be covered in waste. There should be an area where you can take your chosen puppy to learn more about them, such as whether they’ll follow you, how they respond when you pick them up, and whether they’re afraid of loud noises. You’ve made a good choice if your puppy follows you everywhere you go, loves being handled and picked up, and also doesn’t flinch at loud noises. 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Having enough toys around will make it easy to redirect your pup’s inappropriate chewing (for example, on your chairs) to items where he should be putting his energy and attention (a chew toy). Make sure all toys are size appropriate. At the beginning, avoid stuffed toys until you’re certain your new Doodle pup doesn’t try to “kill” them and tear them apart. Food-filled toys (like Kongs) are a great means of keeping your puppy busy for long periods of time and, if used during feeding time, slowing down their food intake. Stay away from anything made of rawhide or rope, which can be dangerous to energetic chewers.</li>\n<li><strong>Crate:</strong> Purchase a size-appropriate crate for your Doodle pup. The pup should be able to stand up, turn around, and lie down, but you don’t want the crate to be too big — otherwise, they may decide to use one end of the crate as a toilet. They’ll need a place where they can feel safe, and you’ll need a place to put them when you can’t keep an eye on them. A crate is also a place to put their water, feed them, or allow them to play with any particularly messy chew toy (such as a smoked shank bone). 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Confined to homes, yards, and leashes, dogs' ability to retreat, explore, greet others, and self-soothe has been significantly compromised.\r\n\r\nWhen considering how your dog’s anxiety affects their everyday life, it’s helpful to note that dogs, like people and other animals, are driven by routine impulses and emotions. See if you can relate to any of these actions:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Seeking:</strong> To fulfill the certainties of everyday life, such as locating food, water, and shelter.</li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Curiosity:</strong> The instinct to discover, explore, and identify unknown sensory experiences.</li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Play:</strong> To engage in spontaneous, joyful, and non-serious activities.</li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Fear:</strong> To respond to a perceived threat or danger.</li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Frustration: </strong>The feeling of impatience or annoyance when needs or desires are unmet.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe emotions that drive your dog’s anxious reactions are fear and frustration. When a dog feels trapped or cannot escape a frightening event, fear can evolve into panic. When frustration has no outlet, it can morph into rage. While isolated incidents of frustration — such as barking when a ball rolls out of reach — may not reflect emotional dysregulation, chronic fear and frustration from certain sensory experiences, prolonged isolation or containment, and forced interactions with people and other dogs can result in deep-seated anxiety.","description":"If your dog suffers from anxiety, you’re not alone. Many factors contribute to your dog’s distress. For decades, dog anxiety was attributed to isolation distress, AKA separation anxiety, while reactions to people, dogs, noises, and other stimuli were dismissed as mere character flaws. Now, canine anxiety is studied, diagnosed, and treated compassionately to address a range of behaviors once considered maladaptive, such as destructiveness, leash reactivity, accidents, excessive barking, and aggression.\r\n\r\nDog anxiety has always existed. However, before leash laws and modern domestication, dogs would simply disappear when faced with a stressful event. Nowadays, people delight in pampering their dogs like children. Confined to homes, yards, and leashes, dogs' ability to retreat, explore, greet others, and self-soothe has been significantly compromised.\r\n\r\nWhen considering how your dog’s anxiety affects their everyday life, it’s helpful to note that dogs, like people and other animals, are driven by routine impulses and emotions. See if you can relate to any of these actions:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Seeking:</strong> To fulfill the certainties of everyday life, such as locating food, water, and shelter.</li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Curiosity:</strong> The instinct to discover, explore, and identify unknown sensory experiences.</li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Play:</strong> To engage in spontaneous, joyful, and non-serious activities.</li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Fear:</strong> To respond to a perceived threat or danger.</li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Frustration: </strong>The feeling of impatience or annoyance when needs or desires are unmet.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe emotions that drive your dog’s anxious reactions are fear and frustration. When a dog feels trapped or cannot escape a frightening event, fear can evolve into panic. When frustration has no outlet, it can morph into rage. 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Your dog might experience <em>episodic</em> <em>anxiety</em> — specific incidents such as reactions to vacuums or fireworks — or <em>generalized</em> <em>anxiety</em>, which is a constant state of distress. Here are some of the anxieties dogs face:</p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Separation anxiety</strong>: Most dogs rest when left alone. Dogs with separation anxiety, however, often have panic attacks, feeling vulnerable, desperate, lonely, and abandoned. Dogs don’t destroy the furnishings, bark their heads off, or pee all over the house out of spite. Their reactions are the result of a build-up of fear and frustration, like steam escaping from a kettle.</li>\n<li><strong>Containment anxiety: </strong>When dogs feel trapped, they’re overcome by a physiological response known as the freedom reflex; their body is consumed by one impulse — to break free. While many dogs acclimate to crate and leash training, some do not. For these dogs, any confinement, even being tethered to a leash, can feel like jail.</li>\n<li><strong>Social anxiety:</strong> Dogs, like people, intuitively connect with some individuals over others. What separates social anxiety from social preferences are fear, discomfort, and distrust. Some dogs become dysregulated in the presence of all people or other dogs, while others are triggered by specific scents, personalities, and visual cues, such as hats, obstructed faces, or uniforms. Many dogs with trauma react strongly to people who remind them of past events.</li>\n<li><strong>Sensory sensitivity: </strong>Dogs navigate their world through their senses. Unfamiliar or previously threatening stimuli can cause anxiety. Sounds like construction, fireworks, vacuums, or thunder can trigger fear, especially if a dog has not been exposed and positively conditioned to them at a young age. Modern environments also pose challenges — the scent of candles, the chaos of a party, the sights and sounds of animals on TV, and unpleasant car rides can unsettle dogs. These fears, if unaddressed, may lead to chronic anxiety.</li>\n</ul>\n"},{"title":"The roots of anxiety","thumb":null,"image":null,"content":"<p>Many factors play into a dog’s anxiety. It isn’t easy to pinpoint a single cause since it’s usually a combination of many influences, from genetics and early caregiving to traumatic events and a lack of exposure. A variety of factors can contribute to dog anxiety:</p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Genetics: </strong>Genetics influence a dog’s personality and sensory awareness. While anxiety is not directly inherited, a dog’s tolerance for stress and frustration can be. A mother’s disposition and health also impact her litter. Puppies raised by a secure and well-cared-for mother dog tend to feel safer around people, whereas those with anxious or neglected mothers may develop higher anxiety levels.</li>\n<li><strong>Socialization</strong><strong>: </strong>Young puppies undergo a critical socialization period between 5 and 14 weeks. During this time, diverse sounds, sights, and experiences are imprinted on their brain and accepted as normal. Outside of this window, new experiences can be unfamiliar and cause anxiety. Under-socialized dogs may perceive anything unfamiliar as a threat. Although socializing an older dog is more challenging, it&#8217;s not impossible. With patience, treats, and positive reinforcement, even older dogs can learn to associate new experiences with safety and pleasure, mitigating anxiety over time.</li>\n<li><strong>Trauma: </strong>Even a previously well-socialized dog might develop anxiety if they experience a traumatic event, such as being hit by a person, abandoned, or attacked by another animal. These dogs often relive their experiences whenever a sight, sound, smell, scenario, or person triggers their memory.</li>\n<li><strong>Medical issues: </strong>Pain from injuries, joint problems, or other conditions can make simple actions agonizing, intensifying anxiety and causing social withdrawal. Cardiac and respiratory issues directly affect metabolic functions and stress levels. Diseases like Cushing&#8217;s and thyroid imbalances can alter hormone levels, contributing to behavioral changes and anxiety. Digestive problems, parasites, and grooming-related discomfort can also cause distress, heightening overall anxiety. It&#8217;s critical to rule out medical causes before assuming a dog&#8217;s anxiety is purely psychological, as proper diagnosis and treatment can greatly improve their well-being.</li>\n<li><strong>Aging: </strong>As dogs age, their senses deteriorate, making familiar sounds and sights startling and disorienting, which can increase anxiety. Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS), like Alzheimer’s in humans, causes disorientation, irregular sleep patterns, and incontinence, further exacerbating anxiety. Arthritis reduces mobility, leading to pain and dependency, which can be distressing for previously active and independent dogs.</li>\n<li><strong>What people reinforce:</strong> Dogs are highly perceptive of our moods and emotions. When dogs express their anxiety through chewing, pacing, or barking, people often assume they are “stubborn,” “spiteful,” or “bad.” When people react with frustration or excessive worry, they emit stress hormones, which studies show dogs can smell like perfume. Dogs, sensitive to these emotional cues, associate our negative emotions with the situation rather than their behavior, which can exacerbate their anxiety. Maintaining a steady and calm demeanor is critical in managing a dog’s anxiety.</li>\n<li><strong>Lifestyle changes: </strong>Dogs are creatures of habit, and lifestyle changes can significantly influence their anxiety levels. New additions to the household, such as a baby or another pet, can disrupt their sense of security. Changes in work or school schedules can also lead to separation stress. Moving to a new home involves new routines and environments that can unsettle dogs. Even changes in relationships or roommates can trigger anxiety, as dogs rely on familiar faces and consistent routines. To ease these transitions, it’s crucial to maintain as much consistency as possible and gradually acclimate your dog to new situations.</li>\n</ul>\n"},{"title":"Restoring balance","thumb":null,"image":null,"content":"<p>Dogs just want to feel safe — those with anxiety experience life as a series of unpredictable events. The goal is to make their lives more predictable, filled with calm, loving interaction and playful experiences. With your help, they can work through their fears by engaging in fun training activities, establishing a consistent, reassuring routine, and developing a clear-cut rehabilitation plan.</p>\n<h3>Build a better bond</h3>\n<p>Your relationship with your dog will grow stronger once you can understand and validate their life experience. To truly comprehend what your dog is communicating, however, you must master the art of “listening” with your eyes. As dogs convey emotion through subtle movements of their ears, tails, eyes, mouth, and posture, interpretation comes from watching their cues, especially in stressful moments. Actions should no longer be categorized as good or bad but as insight into their emotional well-being.</p>\n<p>Structuring their daily life with a consistent routine — ensuring regular meals, playtime, walks, and rest — creates a sense of security. Training and games reinforce your bond and teach them to rely on your guidance when life gets unpredictable. Earning their trust involves showing them that you understand their needs and will protect them from perceived threats.</p>\n<h3>Address your dog&#8217;s anxiety</h3>\n<p>The approach to addressing anxiety depends on your dog’s specific fears. If your dog suffers from multiple types of anxiety, which is often the case, it&#8217;s best to address one at a time. Keeping a behavior diary is essential to tracking your progress and the factors involved in your dog&#8217;s rehabilitation. Most methods involve desensitization and counterconditioning games and activities.</p>\n<p>There is a specific protocol for treating separation anxiety. By implementing structured, incremental departures and interval training, you can build your dog&#8217;s trust that you will return whenever you leave. Many see progress within weeks as their dog becomes more comfortable with being alone. For social anxiety and sensory sensitivities, such as noise or sight aversions, you’ll want to gradually expose your dog to these triggers in a controlled setting, helping to desensitize them over time.</p>\n<p class=\"article-tips warning\">If you think your dog might react aggressively when interacting with others, always take precautions by conditioning them to a muzzle and learning to recognize their “back-off” signals. It&#8217;s also important to identify your dog’s red zone and safe zone — the boundary where they become reactive and the point where they remain stable and can respond to direction.</p>\n<p>In most instances, there are two main ways to soothe an anxious dog: distance and time. Once you identify something triggering your dog, move away from it and bring your dog to a comforting place, whether that’s behind your legs, a pre-designed safe space in your home, or a location away from the trigger.</p>\n<p>These are just a few considerations when tailoring a rehabilitation plan for your dog. The most important part is to work at your dog&#8217;s pace, never push them past their limits, and trust their innate goodness.</p>\n<h3>Medication, products, and pet professionals</h3>\n<p>Don’t hesitate to seek help when working through your dog’s anxiety. Trainers, veterinarians, and veterinary behaviorists are just a quick call away, and most offer online support. While some people view pharmaceuticals as a last resort, prescription medication can be crucial for managing persistent anxiety. Natural supplements such as CBD, probiotics, prebiotics, Bach flower, melatonin, and more can also benefit many dogs. Always consult your veterinarian before making any changes to your dog’s diet or regimen. 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While there, the dog receives any necessary medical care and is observed, so that any deficiencies or behavioral problems can be identified. The rescue group then takes steps to deal with those issues.\r\n\r\nAs the beagle's rehabilitation progresses, the foster-care provider — with the help of other volunteers — begins to look for a permanent home for the dog. The group's aim is to find a happy ending for each rescued Beagle: placement in a loving forever home.\r\n\r\nIf you're interested in adopting an older beagle, consider contacting one of the following organizations:\r\n<ul class=\"level-one\">\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\"><a href=\"https://www.nationalbeagleclub.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>National Beagle Club of America</b></a><b>:</b> The club's Web site includes a page of links to beagle rescue groups from all over the United States.</p>\r\n</li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\"><a href=\"https://ambrnet.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>American Beagle Relief Network</b></a><b>:</b> This organization raises funds to help other nonprofit organizations that are engaged in rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming beagles.</p>\r\n</li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\"><a href=\"http://www.petfinder.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Petfinder</b></a><b>:</b> This national online database of pets that need homes lists beagle and other breed rescue groups from coast to coast. The Petfinder site also allows you to search directly for a beagle by zip code — although most of the hits you'll get will be beagle mixes.</p>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nLike adopting through a shelter, expect to fill out a detailed application and answer a lot of personal questions. Remember rescue workers want to ensure that the dogs are going to be going to a great home. They may even want to come to your home to make sure that is suitable for a beagle.\r\n<p class=\"Tip\">No rescue beagles nearby? Not to worry. Some rescue groups can help you find a dog that lives outside your local area and arrange to have the animal transported to you. If you're interested in this possibility, ask the rescue coordinator about whether the group operates a \"Canine Underground Railroad,\" or whether she can help you find out more about rescue dogs who live beyond your local area.</p>","description":"Many beagles are waiting patiently for new homes in breed rescue programs. Adopting a beagle from a rescue organization is a great way to find a lovable companion if you don't mind getting an adult dog. Many of these dogs are wonderful, devoted, well-trained family members who just got the short end of the bone for one reason or another and no longer have a place to go.\r\n\r\nBeagle breed rescue is a multifaceted enterprise that aims to place homeless beagles into permanent adoptive homes. Beagle rescuers — all of whom are volunteers — look for beagles who need help at shelters and from individuals who can no longer keep them. And all too often, Beagle rescuers take in dogs that have been cruelly treated or otherwise neglected.\r\n\r\nAfter the beagle enters rescue, the group assigns the dog to a temporary home, or what rescuers call a <i>foster home</i>. While there, the dog receives any necessary medical care and is observed, so that any deficiencies or behavioral problems can be identified. The rescue group then takes steps to deal with those issues.\r\n\r\nAs the beagle's rehabilitation progresses, the foster-care provider — with the help of other volunteers — begins to look for a permanent home for the dog. The group's aim is to find a happy ending for each rescued Beagle: placement in a loving forever home.\r\n\r\nIf you're interested in adopting an older beagle, consider contacting one of the following organizations:\r\n<ul class=\"level-one\">\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\"><a href=\"https://www.nationalbeagleclub.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>National Beagle Club of America</b></a><b>:</b> The club's Web site includes a page of links to beagle rescue groups from all over the United States.</p>\r\n</li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\"><a href=\"https://ambrnet.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>American Beagle Relief Network</b></a><b>:</b> This organization raises funds to help other nonprofit organizations that are engaged in rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming beagles.</p>\r\n</li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\"><a href=\"http://www.petfinder.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Petfinder</b></a><b>:</b> This national online database of pets that need homes lists beagle and other breed rescue groups from coast to coast. 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Many of these dogs are wonderful, devoted, well-trained family members who just got the short end of the bone for one reason or another and no longer have a place to go.\r\n\r\nYorkshire Terrier rescue groups are organizations made up of Yorkie owners, breeders, and others who love the breed and want to help and protect its most vulnerable dogs: those dogs that have been abandoned, abused, or displaced for whatever reason.\r\n\r\nIf you're interested in adopting an older Yorkie, consider contacting one of the following organizations:\r\n<ul class=\"level-one\">\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\"><a href=\"http://www.theyorkshireterrierclubofamerica.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Yorkie Rescue, Inc.</b></a></p>\r\n</li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\"><a href=\"http://www.yorkshireterrierrescue.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Yorkshire Terrier National Rescue, Inc</b></a>.</p>\r\n</li>\r\n \t<li>\r\n<p class=\"first-para\"><a href=\"http://www.unitedyorkierescue.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>United Yorkie Rescue</b></a></p>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"Tip\">For information about other rescue groups devoted to Yorkshire Terriers, contact your local breed club or veterinarian and ask for rescue groups in your area.</p>\r\nRescue groups are a great option when you're considering adopting a Yorkie. 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Doodle Dogs Doodle Dogs For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 10-04-2024

Doodles are very popular dogs, which means there are reputable breeders, committed to producing the healthiest dogs possible, and then there are breeders looking to make a quick buck. You need to know how to spot the difference so you can find the right dog for you. When faced with a lapful of adorable puppies, you may want to take all of them home with you, but doing a simple temperament test will help you find a dog who’ll settle in to your family with ease. Finally, you need to stock up on supplies before you bring home a new dog — knowing what to buy and where to shop will allow you to focus on your puppy, not all the stuff you forgot to buy. Photo by April Walker on Unsplash

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General Dogs Dog Anxiety For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 09-16-2024

If your dog suffers from anxiety, you’re not alone. Many factors contribute to your dog’s distress. For decades, dog anxiety was attributed to isolation distress, AKA separation anxiety, while reactions to people, dogs, noises, and other stimuli were dismissed as mere character flaws. Now, canine anxiety is studied, diagnosed, and treated compassionately to address a range of behaviors once considered maladaptive, such as destructiveness, leash reactivity, accidents, excessive barking, and aggression. Dog anxiety has always existed. However, before leash laws and modern domestication, dogs would simply disappear when faced with a stressful event. Nowadays, people delight in pampering their dogs like children. Confined to homes, yards, and leashes, dogs' ability to retreat, explore, greet others, and self-soothe has been significantly compromised. When considering how your dog’s anxiety affects their everyday life, it’s helpful to note that dogs, like people and other animals, are driven by routine impulses and emotions. See if you can relate to any of these actions: Seeking: To fulfill the certainties of everyday life, such as locating food, water, and shelter. Curiosity: The instinct to discover, explore, and identify unknown sensory experiences. Play: To engage in spontaneous, joyful, and non-serious activities. Fear: To respond to a perceived threat or danger. Frustration: The feeling of impatience or annoyance when needs or desires are unmet. The emotions that drive your dog’s anxious reactions are fear and frustration. When a dog feels trapped or cannot escape a frightening event, fear can evolve into panic. When frustration has no outlet, it can morph into rage. While isolated incidents of frustration — such as barking when a ball rolls out of reach — may not reflect emotional dysregulation, chronic fear and frustration from certain sensory experiences, prolonged isolation or containment, and forced interactions with people and other dogs can result in deep-seated anxiety.

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Beagles How to Adopt a Beagle from a Rescue Organization

Article / Updated 09-15-2023

Many beagles are waiting patiently for new homes in breed rescue programs. Adopting a beagle from a rescue organization is a great way to find a lovable companion if you don't mind getting an adult dog. Many of these dogs are wonderful, devoted, well-trained family members who just got the short end of the bone for one reason or another and no longer have a place to go. Beagle breed rescue is a multifaceted enterprise that aims to place homeless beagles into permanent adoptive homes. Beagle rescuers — all of whom are volunteers — look for beagles who need help at shelters and from individuals who can no longer keep them. And all too often, Beagle rescuers take in dogs that have been cruelly treated or otherwise neglected. After the beagle enters rescue, the group assigns the dog to a temporary home, or what rescuers call a foster home. While there, the dog receives any necessary medical care and is observed, so that any deficiencies or behavioral problems can be identified. The rescue group then takes steps to deal with those issues. As the beagle's rehabilitation progresses, the foster-care provider — with the help of other volunteers — begins to look for a permanent home for the dog. The group's aim is to find a happy ending for each rescued Beagle: placement in a loving forever home. If you're interested in adopting an older beagle, consider contacting one of the following organizations: National Beagle Club of America: The club's Web site includes a page of links to beagle rescue groups from all over the United States. American Beagle Relief Network: This organization raises funds to help other nonprofit organizations that are engaged in rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming beagles. Petfinder: This national online database of pets that need homes lists beagle and other breed rescue groups from coast to coast. The Petfinder site also allows you to search directly for a beagle by zip code — although most of the hits you'll get will be beagle mixes. Like adopting through a shelter, expect to fill out a detailed application and answer a lot of personal questions. Remember rescue workers want to ensure that the dogs are going to be going to a great home. They may even want to come to your home to make sure that is suitable for a beagle. No rescue beagles nearby? Not to worry. Some rescue groups can help you find a dog that lives outside your local area and arrange to have the animal transported to you. If you're interested in this possibility, ask the rescue coordinator about whether the group operates a "Canine Underground Railroad," or whether she can help you find out more about rescue dogs who live beyond your local area.

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Labrador Retrievers How to Adopt a Labrador Retriever from a Rescue Organization

Article / Updated 06-06-2023

Adopting a Labrador Retriever from a rescue organization is a great way to find a lovable companion. Many Labrador Retrievers are waiting patiently for new homes in breed rescue programs. Many of these dogs are adult dogs who are wonderful, devoted, well-trained family members who just got the short end of the bone for one reason or another and no longer have a place to go. An older Lab can be the ideal dog. Older Labs generally require far less work than puppies and are likely already trained in good behavior. Sure, an older Lab may not have the lifespan ahead of her that a puppy would, but the years she does have left can be filled with joy for both of you. Please consider adopting an older Lab who has lost her home. Labrador Retriever rescuers — all of whom are volunteers — love the breed and are committed to finding appropriate homes for Labs found at shelters or abandoned by individuals who can no longer keep them. And all too often, Labrador Retriever rescuers take in dogs that have been cruelly treated or otherwise neglected. If you're interested in adopting an older Labrador Retriever, consider contacting one of the following organizations: Labrador Retriever Club, Inc.: The club's Web site includes a page of links to Labrador Retriever rescue groups from all over the United States. Petfinder: This national online database of pets that need homes lists Labrador Retriever and other breed rescue groups from coast to coast. The Petfinder Web site also allows you to search directly for a Labrador Retriever by zip code — although most of the hits you'll get will be Labrador Retriever mixes. Internet Search: Try doing an Internet search under the keywords Labrador Retriever rescue. Like adopting through a shelter, expect to fill out a detailed application and answer a lot of personal questions. Remember rescue workers want to ensure that the dogs are going to be going to a great home. They may even want to come to your home to make sure that is suitable for a Labrador Retriever. After the Labrador Retriever enters rescue, the group assigns the dog to a temporary home — or what rescuers call a foster home. While there, the dog receives any necessary medical care and is observed, so that any deficiencies or behavioral problems can be identified. The rescue group then takes steps to deal with those issues. Before you take on a rescued Lab, spend some serious time getting to know the dog. Work with the rescue group to determine whether you and your potential pet are a good match. If the dog seems to have serious problems, enlist the help of a good canine behavior consultant. Be persistent. A good rapport can be an important step in overcoming problems.

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Labrador Retrievers Healthy Foods for Your Labrador Retriever

Article / Updated 05-31-2023

Your Lab loves to eat! As a responsible dog owner, your job is keep your Lab at a healthy weight. This list is a group of healthy additions you can add to your Lab’s high-quality dog food. Limit the eggs and oil to no more than once a week — and only for active Labs who aren’t overweight.) Small pieces of raw or cooked carrots Small pieces of raw apples One or two tablespoons of plain, nonfat yogurt Half of a cooked egg One teaspoon of canola oil

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Labrador Retrievers How to Find a Trainer for Your Labrador Retriever

Article / Updated 05-31-2023

If you’re considering hiring a dog trainer because your Labrador Retriever just isn’t behaving the way you expect, use these guidelines to find a good trainer who uses positive methods and can help you establish effective communication with your Lab: Ask for recommendations from friends, neighbors, and relatives who have friendly, well-behaved dogs. Ask the opinion of pet professionals, such as veterinarians, vet techs, groomers, boarding kennel managers, humane societies, and rescue groups. Call the Association of Pet Dog Trainers at 1-800-PET-DOGS to ask for the names of dog trainers and canine behavior consultants who use positive training methods, such as lure-and-reward and clicker training. Expect a good dog trainer/canine behavior consultant to understand how dogs learn and to communicate with you — in terms you understand — about how to manage and train your Lab. Ask about experience and ask for references. And check them! A good dog trainer/canine behavior consultant will have extensive experience educating owners and their pets. Ask about correction styles. A good dog trainer/canine behavior consultant doesn’t advocate or use physical punishment (shock collars, choke chains, prong collars, leash jerks, or hitting). Expect fun! A good dog trainer/canine behavior consultant gives you the feeling that training will be fun for you and your Labrador!

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Labrador Retrievers The Anatomy of a Labrador Retriever

Article / Updated 05-31-2023

Understanding the anatomy of a Labrador Retriever will help you know your dog better and talk more specifically with your veterinarian. This figure gives a complete outline of your Lab’s body parts:

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Labrador Retrievers Labrador Retrievers For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 05-31-2023

If you’re looking for a qualified dog trainer to help out with your Labrador Retriever’s behavior, follow some recommendations to find the right fit for you and your Lab. To keep your dog in good shape, try adding some healthy food alternatives to your Lab’s high-grade dog food. Get to know your dog better by studying the body makeup of a Labrador Retriever; your knowledge will also help when you’re talking to your veterinarian.

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General Dogs How to Make Disaster Preparation Plans for Your Pets

Article / Updated 05-24-2023

If a natural disaster strikes, you should have an emergency kit and a plan for your pets. You're also wise to consider what would happen to your pets if you were in an accident or became ill suddenly and landed in a hospital with no time to prepare. Here are some important tips to help your pets survive a disaster: Make sure your pet always wears an ID tag. Permanent identification, such as a tattoo or imbedded microchip, is a good idea, too. Make sure the best contact information to reach you is on the ID tag. Prepare a file with current medical and vaccination records, your pet's microchip or tattoo number, your veterinarian’s phone number and address, feeding and medication instructions, and recent pictures of your animal(s). Invest in shipping crates. Sturdy crates keep pets safe and give rescuers more options in housing pets. They give you more options, too, in the homes of friends or relatives, or in shelters outside of the area. Also, depending on weather conditions, you can safely leave a crated pet overnight in a vehicle. Keep several days’ worth of food and safe drinking water, as well as any necessary medicines, packed and ready to go in the event of a disaster. Rotate your supplies so they do not get stale. If your pet eats canned food, be sure to keep an extra can opener and spoon tucked in among the emergency supplies. Pack plastic bags — the kind you usually use for picking up poop and bags that seal to put the poop into. Your veterinary hospital may become damaged in a disaster, which is why having some backup plans for boarding and care is a good idea. Know where to find other veterinary hospitals in your area, as well as animal shelters and animal-control facilities. Boarding facilities should also be noted, as well as groomers — all of these places may be able to help out in a pinch. Compile and print a list of these places on your home computer — and tuck the pages in with your emergency supplies. You may be lucky and survive a disaster nearly untouched, but others in your community won’t be so fortunate. Contact your local humane society and veterinary organization now to train as a volunteer so you can help out in a pinch. Disaster-relief workers do everything from distributing food to stranded animals to helping reunite pets with their families — and helping find new homes for those who need them.

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Terriers Adopting a Yorkshire Terrier from a Rescue Group

Article / Updated 05-03-2023

Many Yorkshire Terriers are waiting patiently for new homes in breed rescue programs. Adopting a Yorkshire Terrier from a rescue organization is a great way to find a lovable companion. Many of these dogs are wonderful, devoted, well-trained family members who just got the short end of the bone for one reason or another and no longer have a place to go. Yorkshire Terrier rescue groups are organizations made up of Yorkie owners, breeders, and others who love the breed and want to help and protect its most vulnerable dogs: those dogs that have been abandoned, abused, or displaced for whatever reason. If you're interested in adopting an older Yorkie, consider contacting one of the following organizations: Yorkie Rescue, Inc. Yorkshire Terrier National Rescue, Inc. United Yorkie Rescue For information about other rescue groups devoted to Yorkshire Terriers, contact your local breed club or veterinarian and ask for rescue groups in your area. Rescue groups are a great option when you're considering adopting a Yorkie. Unlike animal shelters, rescue groups have an extensive knowledge of the breed. Consequently, they can usually provide information about the dog's history and the challenges (medical, behavioral, and so on) that you may face. Rescue groups provide a number of services for abandoned Yorkies, such as Foster care: By fostering the dogs in their homes, volunteers learn the temperament and behaviors of the dogs up for adoption. Veterinary care for abandoned dogs: Rescue groups usually give the dogs thorough Vet checkups and take care of outstanding medical issues. Spaying and neutering: Before the Yorkies can be adopted, they're spayed or neutered in an attempt to stop the proliferation of unwanted and homeless animals. Microchipping or tattooing for identification: Many rescue organizations microchip or tattoo the dog to ensure that the dog will make it back home safely if it gets lost. Like adopting through a shelter, expect to fill out a detailed application and answer a lot of personal questions. Remember rescue workers want to ensure that the dogs are going to be going to a great home. They may even want to come to your home to make sure that is suitable for a Yorkie. These organizations are manned by people who work long hours, usually for no pay, to find a good home for every Yorkie they believe would make a good pet. Because rescue workers are usually unpaid volunteers, remember that they work out of their home. Be considerate when calling and don't be surprised if they call you collect when returning your phone calls.

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