A few years back I took my dog to an obedience school because it was acting crazy most of the time. After attending a couple of classes I realized that it was not my dog who was acting crazy, it was me.
When you join a dog obedience school you learn how to train your dog to behave appropriately. In the first stages of training puppies, it is very common that their owners take them to a dog obedience school.
The training is usually done in small groups, where in addition to train the dog itself, it also teaches the dog’s owner how to train, scold and praise the dog.
Actually, a professional dog trainer does not really train the dog; he is training the dog’s owner how to do the training. You can, though, send you dog away to a dog training school alone. But you as the owner must still learn skills to reinforce what the dog has learnt on the dog school. If you attend a class together with your dog, you and your dog have a much better chance of learning more about each other as a team under professional guidance.
Every person who has to handle the dog should take part in the training to ensure consistent methods and commands. Or else the dog can get very confused.
I felt like quitting a lot of times because it was harder to change my own behavior than changing my dog’s behavior. I had to learn how to praise my dog more than scolding it. I was amazed.
The strange thing is that, because I started to look at myself in a new perspective, it suddenly came very clear to me that; it was not just my relationship to my dog that needed to change. It was my attitude towards other people as well. A huge eye-opener, that was hard to swallow. And when I look back I can truly say that attending that dog obedience school really changed my life. I would not be the person I am today. And that counts both towards dogs as well as people.
If you are in doubt about whether you should attend a class with your dog or not – don’t be.
Thank you for your time.
2008年9月16日星期二
2008年9月4日星期四
Pigs Swallows
Pigs were domesticated thousands of years ago. They are farmed for their meat and hides. There are still many wild pigs, like the wild boar, the warthog, and the bushpig. Pigs are found on every continent on Earth except Antarctica.
Names: Pigs are also called hogs or swine. The adult female is called a sow. The adult male is called a boar. A baby is called a piglet.
Anatomy: Pigs vary in color from brown, black, white, to pinkish. Some wild pigs have large tusks, overgrown teeth used for fighting and digging for food.
Diet: Pigs are omnivores . They eat a variety of plants and small animals.
Classification: Class Mammalia, Order Artiodactyla, Family Suidae.
A pig has a snout for a nose, small eyes, and a small tail, which may be curly, kinked, or straight. It has a thick body, short legs, and coarse hair. There are four toes on each foot, with the two large middle toes used for walking.
pigs are omnivores, which means that they consume both plants and animals. Pigs will scavenge and have been known to eat any kind of food, including dead insects, worms, tree bark, rotting carcasses, garbage, and even other pigs. In the wild, they are foraging animals, primarily eating leaves, grasses, roots, fruits and flowers. Occasionally while in captivity, pigs may eat their own young if they become severely stressed. A typical pigs has a large head with a long snout which is strengthened by a special bone called the prenasal bone and by a disk of cartilage in the tip.The snout is used to dig into the soil to find food and is a very sensitive sense organ.
Pigs have a full set of 44 teeth. The canine teeth, called tusks, grow continually and are sharpened by the lowers and uppers rubbing against each other.
Pigs that are allowed to forage may be watched by swineherds. Because of their foraging abilities and excellent sense of smell, they are used to find truffles in many European countries. Domesticated pigs are commonly raised as livestock by farmers for meat , as well as for leather. Their bristly hairs are also used for brushes. Some breeds of pigs, such as the Asian pot-bellied pigs, are kept as pets.
Breeding occurs throughout the year in the tropics, but births peak around rainy seasons. A female pigs can become pregnant at around 8-18 months of age. She will then go into estrus every 21 days if not bred. Male pigs become sexually active at 8-10 months of age. A litter of piglets typically contains between 6 and 12 piglets. After the young are weaned, two or more families may come together until the next mating season.
Pigs do not have functional sweat glands,so pigs cool themselves using water or mud during hot weather. They also use mud as a form of sunscreen to protect their skin from sunburn. Mud also provides protection against flies and parasites.
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Names: Pigs are also called hogs or swine. The adult female is called a sow. The adult male is called a boar. A baby is called a piglet.
Anatomy: Pigs vary in color from brown, black, white, to pinkish. Some wild pigs have large tusks, overgrown teeth used for fighting and digging for food.
Diet: Pigs are omnivores . They eat a variety of plants and small animals.
Classification: Class Mammalia, Order Artiodactyla, Family Suidae.
A pig has a snout for a nose, small eyes, and a small tail, which may be curly, kinked, or straight. It has a thick body, short legs, and coarse hair. There are four toes on each foot, with the two large middle toes used for walking.
pigs are omnivores, which means that they consume both plants and animals. Pigs will scavenge and have been known to eat any kind of food, including dead insects, worms, tree bark, rotting carcasses, garbage, and even other pigs. In the wild, they are foraging animals, primarily eating leaves, grasses, roots, fruits and flowers. Occasionally while in captivity, pigs may eat their own young if they become severely stressed. A typical pigs has a large head with a long snout which is strengthened by a special bone called the prenasal bone and by a disk of cartilage in the tip.The snout is used to dig into the soil to find food and is a very sensitive sense organ.
Pigs have a full set of 44 teeth. The canine teeth, called tusks, grow continually and are sharpened by the lowers and uppers rubbing against each other.
Pigs that are allowed to forage may be watched by swineherds. Because of their foraging abilities and excellent sense of smell, they are used to find truffles in many European countries. Domesticated pigs are commonly raised as livestock by farmers for meat , as well as for leather. Their bristly hairs are also used for brushes. Some breeds of pigs, such as the Asian pot-bellied pigs, are kept as pets.
Breeding occurs throughout the year in the tropics, but births peak around rainy seasons. A female pigs can become pregnant at around 8-18 months of age. She will then go into estrus every 21 days if not bred. Male pigs become sexually active at 8-10 months of age. A litter of piglets typically contains between 6 and 12 piglets. After the young are weaned, two or more families may come together until the next mating season.
Pigs do not have functional sweat glands,so pigs cool themselves using water or mud during hot weather. They also use mud as a form of sunscreen to protect their skin from sunburn. Mud also provides protection against flies and parasites.
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2008年8月28日星期四
African Grey Parrot : One of the greates species of parrots
The African grey parrot scientifically known as Psittacus erithacus is originated in Central Africa. here are two types of African Greys - the larger Congo (has bright red tail feathers) and smaller Timneh (darker tail feathers). No one really knows when the grey african parrot was first found in Europe but it said that King Henry VIII had an African grey parrot as a pet.
The african grey parrot is a large bird that can grow to 12 to 14 inches in length. The Timneh subspecies is a little smaller. Their tails are quite short and they don't have very beautiful colored plumage. but all this is compensated by they intelligence.
I will try to talk a little about the african grey parrot behavior and training.
The Grey is a very social bird. In the wild, they depend on the flock for their safety and their emotional well-being. Because they depend on the flock so much, they read the emotion of their companion birds. This translates to their human companions as well. If an owner is upset or angry, the bird will feel it and react to the emotion.
African grey parrots really need much attention and interaction. Because of their dependence of the flock, if they stay alone they will get bored and depressed. If you don't spend enough time with an african grey parrot he will get the feather picking behavior or even become quite aggressive. So if you decide to buy an african grey parrot keep in mind that they are not lonely birds. African Grey parrots need a strong relationship with their owners. If you think that you are not able to make this commitment you should reconsider and buy another species of parrots.
But the most interesting aspect of the african grey parrot is that they are very intelligent. I have heard of a parrot called Alex that Alex, the African Grey trained by Dr. Irene Pepperberg, can perform tasks on the same level as a four year old child including distinguishing colors, shapes, and numbers of objects.
African grey parrots are also great talkers. They can learn a lager number of words and the most amazing thing is that they can use the words properly. If you think that we are talking about a bird's brain you have to agree that this are very good performances.
The training of your african grey parrot can be very fun because they learn very fast and they are very curious. If you want your bird to say a certain phrase, say it in different ways. Say it in a sing-song way, in a low voice, in a high voice, in a baby voice, or any other voice. Say the phrase looking directly at the bird so that he knows you want him to say it.
I advise you not to teach him dirty words. Don't make a joke from your pet. Also be careful to keep many toys around your african grey parrot so he will not get bored.
In conclusion, please don't buy an african grey parrot if you are not sure that you can meat all the parrot care demands.
The african grey parrot is a large bird that can grow to 12 to 14 inches in length. The Timneh subspecies is a little smaller. Their tails are quite short and they don't have very beautiful colored plumage. but all this is compensated by they intelligence.
I will try to talk a little about the african grey parrot behavior and training.
The Grey is a very social bird. In the wild, they depend on the flock for their safety and their emotional well-being. Because they depend on the flock so much, they read the emotion of their companion birds. This translates to their human companions as well. If an owner is upset or angry, the bird will feel it and react to the emotion.
African grey parrots really need much attention and interaction. Because of their dependence of the flock, if they stay alone they will get bored and depressed. If you don't spend enough time with an african grey parrot he will get the feather picking behavior or even become quite aggressive. So if you decide to buy an african grey parrot keep in mind that they are not lonely birds. African Grey parrots need a strong relationship with their owners. If you think that you are not able to make this commitment you should reconsider and buy another species of parrots.
But the most interesting aspect of the african grey parrot is that they are very intelligent. I have heard of a parrot called Alex that Alex, the African Grey trained by Dr. Irene Pepperberg, can perform tasks on the same level as a four year old child including distinguishing colors, shapes, and numbers of objects.
African grey parrots are also great talkers. They can learn a lager number of words and the most amazing thing is that they can use the words properly. If you think that we are talking about a bird's brain you have to agree that this are very good performances.
The training of your african grey parrot can be very fun because they learn very fast and they are very curious. If you want your bird to say a certain phrase, say it in different ways. Say it in a sing-song way, in a low voice, in a high voice, in a baby voice, or any other voice. Say the phrase looking directly at the bird so that he knows you want him to say it.
I advise you not to teach him dirty words. Don't make a joke from your pet. Also be careful to keep many toys around your african grey parrot so he will not get bored.
In conclusion, please don't buy an african grey parrot if you are not sure that you can meat all the parrot care demands.
2008年8月23日星期六
Pet Playpens Are Catching On
Traveling with my two small dogs is always an adventure. On longer trips, an overnight stay at a hotel is usually part of the itinerary. Now finding pet friendly hotels is not usually a problem. What is a problem is that these members of the family think they are at home. Before you can say get down, they are on the bed and other furniture in the room. Worrying that your canine friends may decide to rearrange the room while you are asleep may mean no sleep at all.
We discovered a simple and effective solution in the pet playpen. Very portable and easy to assemble, the playpen was a great alternative to constantly chasing the dogs from the bed. Stocked with toys and big enough for two small dogs, the playpen provided our precious pups with a place to chill while we got our beauty rest.
Great for small breed dogs, the pet playpen is proving to a real live saver for folks with other small pets. From rabbits and ferrets to pot bellied pigs, there are several styles of playpens that may be just right for your particular pet. One model we looked at was very similar in design to the playpen crib combination we bought for our granddaughter. The construction was sturdy and even had a matching ditty bag for holding toys and other items.
Now animal pens are not a new idea. It is not uncommon for many dog owners to cage their pets indoors during the day. This is not an ideal situation for the dog since the cages are often small and I have a basic objection to locking up a family member. The central idea behind the pet playpens is to provide your pet with room to play in a safe and sturdy environment. The playpens also can give animals a chance to interact with others, including their humans.
Some animals are particularly adept at getting free from some types of enclosures. The designers of some brands of pet playpens have taken that problem into account. Rabbits are often kept in small cages that do not allow them space to stretch their legs. If you are lucky enough to have a rabbit that is yard or house trained, letting the run loose may not be problem.
However, even the most well trained animal is prone to escape the confines of a yard or have a less than hospitable encounter with another family pet. In this example, the playpen allows the rabbit to move about in relative safety. The average house if full of traps and hazards that can pose a problem for small animals. Electrical cords are particularly dangerous if your pet decides to nibble on them. Pet playpens take the worry out of letting your small pet roam.
The two basic designs include the baby playpen variety I previously described. Portable and rather stylish, they can be pricey. A second design consists of sections of wire panels linked together forming a pen. These pet playpens are less expensive and available in sizes larger than the bassinet variety. The wire panel models I looked at come with ground covers or mats. If keeping your pet out of the sun is a consideration, the playpens can be covered partially or completely to create a nice shaded environment.
So whether you travel with your furry friends or are just looking for a safe area for their next play date, a pet playpen makes sense. More and more brick and mortar pet stores are offering pet playpens and there are many online outlets that have them for sale.
We discovered a simple and effective solution in the pet playpen. Very portable and easy to assemble, the playpen was a great alternative to constantly chasing the dogs from the bed. Stocked with toys and big enough for two small dogs, the playpen provided our precious pups with a place to chill while we got our beauty rest.
Great for small breed dogs, the pet playpen is proving to a real live saver for folks with other small pets. From rabbits and ferrets to pot bellied pigs, there are several styles of playpens that may be just right for your particular pet. One model we looked at was very similar in design to the playpen crib combination we bought for our granddaughter. The construction was sturdy and even had a matching ditty bag for holding toys and other items.
Now animal pens are not a new idea. It is not uncommon for many dog owners to cage their pets indoors during the day. This is not an ideal situation for the dog since the cages are often small and I have a basic objection to locking up a family member. The central idea behind the pet playpens is to provide your pet with room to play in a safe and sturdy environment. The playpens also can give animals a chance to interact with others, including their humans.
Some animals are particularly adept at getting free from some types of enclosures. The designers of some brands of pet playpens have taken that problem into account. Rabbits are often kept in small cages that do not allow them space to stretch their legs. If you are lucky enough to have a rabbit that is yard or house trained, letting the run loose may not be problem.
However, even the most well trained animal is prone to escape the confines of a yard or have a less than hospitable encounter with another family pet. In this example, the playpen allows the rabbit to move about in relative safety. The average house if full of traps and hazards that can pose a problem for small animals. Electrical cords are particularly dangerous if your pet decides to nibble on them. Pet playpens take the worry out of letting your small pet roam.
The two basic designs include the baby playpen variety I previously described. Portable and rather stylish, they can be pricey. A second design consists of sections of wire panels linked together forming a pen. These pet playpens are less expensive and available in sizes larger than the bassinet variety. The wire panel models I looked at come with ground covers or mats. If keeping your pet out of the sun is a consideration, the playpens can be covered partially or completely to create a nice shaded environment.
So whether you travel with your furry friends or are just looking for a safe area for their next play date, a pet playpen makes sense. More and more brick and mortar pet stores are offering pet playpens and there are many online outlets that have them for sale.
2008年8月14日星期四
Determination and Treatment of Dog Behavior Problems
The root of dog behavior problems can either be of medical or behavioral nature, at times, both. The dogs clinical history, a physical examination and/or diagnostic testing the underlying causes contributing to the problem.
Some behavioral causes of dog behavior problems can be any change in the dogs environment such as having a new person to interact with or moving. Training, more specifically with regards to reinforcement and punishment, can also play a role. Its the method of training that can either stop or allow the continuation of the problem. Medical causes are ones that are the most difficult to improve on for they may be genetic factors that determine the dogs response to stimuli. The dogs environment during its most sensitive periods of development, the lack of stimulation, exposure, socialization and stressful events can also have an impact on the dogs behavior.
In order to put a stop to dog behavior problems, there are several ways to determine the underlying cause of them. Behavioral causes can be determined using the dogs history. An in depth analysis of the medical and behavioral past including the training of the dog would prove to be helpful. However, a diagnosis of a behavioral cause can only be done after all medical factors, such as age and a physical examination have been proven to not be a cause.
A decline in any of the senses, organ failure, hormonal diseases and any other disease that might cause any pain or discomfort are medical causes of dog behavior problems. Determining if the behavior is due to a medical problem, the assessment of clinical history and a physical examination are used. It would be helpful if any and all behavioral or medical changes that have occurred are detailed. Based on what is reported and the results of the examination, neurological examination or sensory testing may be performed. Other more comprehensive tests may only be done by specialists.
Once the cause of any dog behavior problems is determined, treatment to stop it can be done. Before beginning any therapy for it, any medical issue that has been diagnoses must first be treated. A change in diets or issuing a drug may be important in differentiating between a medical or behavioral cause. If a tumor is diagnosed or if a high sexual behavior is noted, surgery is an option for treatment.
A veterinarian can begin treatment of dog behavior problems for any long standing problems. Do not treat dogs with any so-called natural remedies or supplements like herbal remedies, homeopathic remedies and therapeutic touch and acupuncture. There are no studies that show if any of these types of treatments are actually effective. Although the same can be said for most drugs used in treatment, these have been proven to be effective in human behavior therapy. Be smart in choosing how to go about any problems and treat dogs the right way.
Some behavioral causes of dog behavior problems can be any change in the dogs environment such as having a new person to interact with or moving. Training, more specifically with regards to reinforcement and punishment, can also play a role. Its the method of training that can either stop or allow the continuation of the problem. Medical causes are ones that are the most difficult to improve on for they may be genetic factors that determine the dogs response to stimuli. The dogs environment during its most sensitive periods of development, the lack of stimulation, exposure, socialization and stressful events can also have an impact on the dogs behavior.
In order to put a stop to dog behavior problems, there are several ways to determine the underlying cause of them. Behavioral causes can be determined using the dogs history. An in depth analysis of the medical and behavioral past including the training of the dog would prove to be helpful. However, a diagnosis of a behavioral cause can only be done after all medical factors, such as age and a physical examination have been proven to not be a cause.
A decline in any of the senses, organ failure, hormonal diseases and any other disease that might cause any pain or discomfort are medical causes of dog behavior problems. Determining if the behavior is due to a medical problem, the assessment of clinical history and a physical examination are used. It would be helpful if any and all behavioral or medical changes that have occurred are detailed. Based on what is reported and the results of the examination, neurological examination or sensory testing may be performed. Other more comprehensive tests may only be done by specialists.
Once the cause of any dog behavior problems is determined, treatment to stop it can be done. Before beginning any therapy for it, any medical issue that has been diagnoses must first be treated. A change in diets or issuing a drug may be important in differentiating between a medical or behavioral cause. If a tumor is diagnosed or if a high sexual behavior is noted, surgery is an option for treatment.
A veterinarian can begin treatment of dog behavior problems for any long standing problems. Do not treat dogs with any so-called natural remedies or supplements like herbal remedies, homeopathic remedies and therapeutic touch and acupuncture. There are no studies that show if any of these types of treatments are actually effective. Although the same can be said for most drugs used in treatment, these have been proven to be effective in human behavior therapy. Be smart in choosing how to go about any problems and treat dogs the right way.
2008年8月9日星期六
Who are you calling a rat?
I'm usually a night guy myself but this kid keeps waking me up every morning. I don't understand a thing he says and I keep trying to tell him to speak english but he never gets it. Just BLAH BLAH BLAH. Although he does give pretty good treats, but he always wants something for it. I gotta jump through hoops just to get a little food every now and then. At least he keeps that big mutt away from me. Teeth with legs...thats what they should call it. He doesn't need to keep me locked up in this joint though. I won't run away.... Far anyways... OH he's getting up, this could be my chance...Ok here he comes. Look cute... look cute...look cute...ALRIGHT he bought it he's opening up the doors. Now on the count of 3 I'm going for it. 1.....2.....3 AIYEEEEH....HAHA I'M FREE!!!! Uh oh what are you up to? So you wanna play huh mister. Ok well catch this!!! nanny nanny boo boo stick your head in rat doo... OW Hey you got me! I didn't think you were that fast...I'm tired anyways set me down over there I'm gonna take a nap... Hey hey what did you do to my home??? This Isn't how I left it! Oh man look what you did! AHH!! look at my bed!!! Did you put more stuffing in there? And my poop! You took out my poop! I just got the smell the way I like it. Now it smells like people! I don't know how anyone can live with that smell! Now I got to put everything the way I had it. Here you can have this stuffing back, I don't want it. NO I said you take it back!!! FINE I'll just push it in a corner over there where my POOP was...Ok finally everything back to the way I had it. No I don't wanna go outside anymore, who knows what your gonna do to my home if i leave it for more than 10 seconds. Hey unhand me you dirty Gerbil!!! FINE I'm OUT I'm out... Hey look at that over there, I wonder if that would fit in my home...It would look real good with the stuffing coming out...He's not looking I'll just move a little bit...a little bit more...Almost there.....GOT IT!!!!! HAHAHA...OW hey leg-go my new stuffed animal I found it first! Oh hey yeah I'll trade you this thing for another treat...Ha ha Sucker!!! That Stuff animal was yours in the first place!........Hey who was that knocking at the door? Answer it for me will ya, I'm busy. Well well look who it is. It's the one with the hair...I'm gonna get you this time....HEY wait what are you doing??? Who said you could pick me up??? Whoa to high..TOO HIGH!!! Whew ok this is better being next to you, instead of being out there with nothing but the wind in your tail. Ha ha now the hair has come to me! I'm going in!!! OW....HEY....LEGGO.... Don't Pull.... Don't Pull!!!! Oh man I had it just where I wanted it and you had to pull me apart from it. Whatever I'll just get it next time. YAWN!!!! I'm getting pretty pooped I might to sleep now .....ZZZZZZZZZ.... good nap good nap. I keep have a recurring dream about a cat though...Hmm what's going on?? It's dark out... hey and that weird little kid who would rather have a stuff animals than food is asleep. Isn't that typical...you take one quick sleep and you wake up and everything has changed around you. Oh well I'll just jump around the cage a lot to see if I can scare him.
2008年8月3日星期日
RagaMuffin Cats: Bred to be Docile
For those of you who like their cats to be cuddlers, who thrive on attention, and who love to follow their owners around like little shadows, the RagaMuffin Cat is for you. They are absolutely famous for their mellow personality, and while you should always keep your cat indoors for its safety and protection, the Ragamuffin has to be kept indoors. These cute balls of fur can actually be quite large for a cat, ranging between ten and fifteen pounds, with the males sometimes weighing in at a whopping twenty pounds that is pure muscle and fur, not fat. Their fur tends to reminds you of rabbit fur, and they have unusual colored eyes in blue, green, turquoise, or odd. As for the name RagaMuffin, it came about because when these cats are cuddled, they go as limp as a rag doll. The breed is thought to have been brought about literally by accident back in the 1960s by Ann Baker, a Persian breeder who lived in Riverside. Baker had a neighbor who cared for a number of feral cats. One day, one of these feral cats was struck by a car and nursed back to health by the kind-hearted neighbor. Once recovered, the cat proceeded to have a litter of kittens that so impressed people with their sweet nature and sociability that Baker took in as many of the kittens as she could for the express purpose of breeding them. The myth was that somehow the accident was the reason for the kittens having such a different temperament from their mother. In actuality, it was most likely due to the natural variation of having different fathers. Baker had dubbed these kittens Cherubim cats and developed strict breeding guidelines for the breed. However, a group of breeders split off from her and began to call the cats Ragdolls. After a lot of bitterness and dispute, Baker registered the cats as Ragdolls and franchised the cats, earning royalties on every cat sold, while continuing to make all of the decision regarding their breeding. It isn't known what happened to Baker, but stories began to emerge in later years from Baker stating that the cat's origins were the result of extraterrestrials and human-gene-implantation experiments. Finally in May of 2001, Curt Gehm of Virginia decided to name the cats RagaMuffin since they sprang from the endearing little urchin cats of Riverside. One Florida woman is quoted as saying, "They are big, huggable, loveable Muffins." RagaMuffins are ideally suited for homes with children but are equally well suited to just about any environment and lifestyle; however, please remember that they do need to be kept indoors. They absolutely adore companionship and will literally get underfoot constantly. It would be pretty hard to find an aloof RagaMuffin as they are typically bred for their docile nature and will do just about anything to get you to rub their tummies.
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