Dog Questions

I am getting a dog soon and will be spending lots of time training it. What human food can I use as treats used in postive reinforcement?

Where to get dog houses,kennels,collars,toys,clothes etc with world wide shipping?
i live in pakistan.

I am interested in dog grooming as a profession. I did a 1-summer dog grooming internship and enjoyed it. I did some grooming and a lot of watching.

Next, I talked to dog groomers and heard many complaints. Most say that they are way to busy and have arthritis or some other problem from working with their hands all day.

I would like to here opinions about this job from actual groomers or those that know a lot about the industry. Will I be dissappointed like so many others? Would dog training or boarding be a better career choice?

I foster strays and am interested in training them as service dogs. I would be interested in therapy, guide dog training, service dog training, or anything else along those lines. Does anyone know any resources?

I have a pekignese and he will be 6 months old soon.. I was training his since young not to bite my hands, leg and clothes. I waited until his baby teeth drop and adult teeth come out since he might feel itchy. Now, everytime he comes to me he bit my hand eventhough i said NO!! How should i train him not to bit?? I am thinking to bring him for the dog training when he reach 1 years old, but i would like to teach him correctly right from the start since he might get confused…

… i am wanting to make a dog collar for my dog. I have seen some of the nylon webbing ones but i don’t know where to get the supplies ( i live in australia), are there any other ways to make dog collars

I dont actually have a rabbit, but if i got one, i would totally do it. I am also planning on walking it on a leash. Dont say-well, just get a dog!-because the chances of me getting a dog are like one in a billion and the chances of me getting a rabbit are one in twenty.

I have an idea for a dog toy but I know nothing about how to start. First, how or where do I go to get someone to transform my idea into a design and prototype?

Hello. I’ve looked at a lot of websites for small dog clothes and most of them aren’t that cute. I like really girly outfits for my yorkie, Coco, such as dresses and cute tops. Please let me know if you have any suggestions! All answers are greatly appreciated!
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Kendra

Something that will keep the dog treats fresh, is aestheticly pleasing, and fairly cheap.

im getting a new puppy soon and i wanna get her alot of cute stuff like pink and pretty but i cant seem to find any website or anything for such things please help thank you!

What is an item, or list of items that you as a dog owner can not live without? I’m not talking about the basics (food, bowls, treats, meds, etc.) I’m looking for specific names of products. And a brief description would be great too.
example.. A Kong. It’s a rubber toy that can be used for retrieving and is very popular because it is hollow and can be fill with a variety of food/treats to entertain your dog.
A link to a website featuring the item would make me very happy. What I’m getting at here is Christmas ideas for my dogs that have it all.
Shanna, I couldn’t agree more! I love the zoom groom. I even use it when bathing the dogs. They love the way it feels.
“ya know” … I think YOU need a toy!

I would love to start making treats that are healthy and nutritious for my dog who just had pups. Can anyone help?

Sheri

I see him nibble on himself, as if to scratch or deflea, even though he doesn’t have any fleas. Then he will walk up to my leg and start nibbling on my clothes. It is the wierdest thing. Maybe it’s a nervous disorder, or something showing love, I don’t know. Maybe it’s just a dog thing. Please help it’s driving me crazy.

I have a 6 year old male Shih Tzu. Everytime he goes to the groomer he gets scared and he growls and snaps. I had a groomer before that could deal with him, but I have since moved out of state. I have tried every groomer in the area where I live now, they either wont groom him at all or they call me in mid groom and say “Come get him, I cant work with this dog.” Or they charge me about 100$ over the normal price because they said he acted bad and took up to much of their time. So I have been forced to face the fact I am going to have to do this myself. I bought a dog grooming kit with shears, brushes and clippers. But I am confused about something, do I shave the dog before the bath? Or do I give him a bath, dry him then shave him? Or should I bathe him then shave while his hair is still wet? And please dont tell me this breed does not need to be shaved, I know that, but he just isnt happy when his hair is long. Any info and tips will help alot, thanks!

Has anyone ever used the dog kennels at Carowinds theme park in NC? Is it a good idea? Please let me know any details about Carowinds thank you!

Any tips on dog training? I’m trying to re-train my dog, it’s working really well so far. The only issue I have is that she is way obsessed with her treats. I had them sitting on the ground, but she was so obsessed with them that I had to put them in a cup. I’m not sure what to do. Also, what tricks should should I teach her– I have sit, lay, we’re working on roll over, and heel. She can also do come and stay.

I would LOVE to make homemade dog treats, but I don’t know how. Can you help? Thanks!

I dont want to buy a new stuffed dog toy when it is only the squeeker part that is worn out. Is there anywhere online that I can get them and just sew them into the toys he already plays with.

i asked this question this morning but i am asking it again as i am hoping to get some better and more answers
i feed my dog Chicken Soup for the Dog Lover’s Soul dog food. and he used to like it. but in the past few weeks he has only been eating a mouthful at every meal. (he is very picky). he acts like he likes his food for about a month and then he wont eat it at all ever again. the only food he has ever liked (and i hate to say this) is Iams Mini Chunks dog food. he likes how the pieces r smaller than other dog foods. so r there any good quality foods that make their dog foods in mini chunks. he doesnt like the big ones. so any links would be helpful. i prefer brands like canidae, or chicken soup for the dog lover’s soul. i also like innova and timberwolf organics but with the kind of budget im working with they dont fit in. so can someone help me please. by the way he isnt a little dog he is a big 50 pound one. so if u could help me thanks. also another note.
he doesnt have any teeth or gum problems. his vet said his teeth r perfect
and to cheryl. i dont quite understand what ur getting at here. if ur telling me to feed my dog canned food then forget it. i dont want his teeth to rot out and besides i dont want him to get hooked to it. i need a quality food with little chunks. that is the only thing he will eat is small chunks but i refuse to feed him Iams or purina or anything like that
also. my dog isnt a small breed. he is a medium to large breed. he is part border collie and part pit bull

I have 6 outside kennel runs 6 FT.X 65 Ft. Long.The Stools are frozen in the ice and snow.The snow drifts and covers the new stools-Large Dogs.

40 cm long my dog is

i just bought a kong toy for my dog and i seen it on the television and i seen it in the shops and it said worlds best toy and at home i have a staffordshire bull terrier and i just dont know what do put in i bought him small treats for it but they all fell out ha!

What are the basic supplies i need to buy after i pick up this dog from a shelter? Like very basic supplies and i’ll just go from there later into life.
he is 2 years old.
he is going to be my family’s first dog. So we don’t have any supplies.

I’m located in Manila Philippines and I haven’t seen a a pet store that makes made-to-order dog clothes. Does anybody know where I can have some made and they either have to be located in Manila or ship to Manila. Thanks, I appreciate it!!!

They have no body fur and need to be kept warm. I am looking for T shirt patterns or pj’s.

What is a good dog food to give my 60 pd lab? The one i’ve been giving him, he’s poop is too soft!

can some one tell me how much its costs to put a dog in kennels, i.e wath boarding kennels , or animal inn in wombwell south yorks thank you.
its a big dog akita, in uk.

i buy dog treats in the tin foil type of packages. i open the treats and they are very moist and fresh smelling. i give my dogs a couple of treats a day, but after a few days i open the treats they become hard and don’t smell fresh. i try to put them in the fridge, but that doesn’t seem to help. anyone have any suggestions?

how much did you spend on your dog for grooming each year for a long coat breed or short coat? Did you groom them youself or find a groomer to do it? Your are more prefer mobile grooming service or a grooming salon?

I have 3 dogs. And 2 cats. One of our dogs is a 8-9 month old dachshund. We can’t seem to get her to listen or do anything.
She doesn’t even know her own name. I need help on ways to train her on the following:
*potty training
*barking(she is always barking for the cat)
*knowing her name
*come&stay
*”no”
*chewing and eating everything in her path.
*begging

so far, for potty training, we put her in a small cage. with blankets during the night so she wont pee on the carpet. But during the day, she will come right in front of you and start to pee. like is a game. We tried barking collars, but they didn’t work, no mattter how tight we put them, all the dogs would help her take it off.
the veternarian recomended a barking collar.

Hello. I told my parents that I would buy the basic supplies and I’m just wondering how much it will cost. I live in Canada, so Canadian website links or prices are greatly appreciated! Thank you!!

I don’t want my lab dancing around in a fairy outfit, just practical things like all weather coats etc. The pet stores here have limited stock, and I was just wondering if anyone knew or heard of anything that I maybe able to look at online.

If I were to open a dog supply store, how would I get my supplies to sell?

Is it weird that I like to buy baby clothes for my dog? I think baby clothes are cuter than dog clothes. Do you have any baby clothes ideas for a blonde carin terrier?

I want to learn dog grooming but there is no schools close to me where I can take a course. On-line courses are offered but I feel it is a hands on learning experience. Where do I start?

what are the some dog breeds that stays small no matter how old they get

My dog has seizures and chicken or beef is not recommend.
Anything with fruits or vegetables, lamb or turkey are fine. Natural dog treats are just too expensive to buy all the time.
Does anyone made their own dog treats. If so could you let me know how. I am willing to change the recipe if I need to, so I can feed to my dog. Any thoughts would be great.

I am training as a dog groomer - are the ones dog grooming suppliers sell just the same as hairdressing scissors??
Bet your a D*CK in real life to.

Okay, below are all the AAFCO dog food ratings…

(Grade A) “Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that ABC Dog (Cat) Food provides complete and balanced nutrition for (appropriate life stage).”

(Grade B) “ABC Dog (Cat) Food provides complete and balanced nutrition for (appropriate life stage) and is comparable in nutritional adequacy to a product which has been substantiated using AAFCO feeding tests.”

Thanks!
company recommendations/costs/benefits/drawbacks

For the Winter…or holidays…Not where you get your tinkerbell’s clothes
I get mine from Taiwan(Formosa) whatever you want to call it

If you know please let me know. Preferable in Los Angeles area.

I am looking to buy a new pet of grooming clippers and I am unsure of the differ types of clippers/speeds out there. I need a clipper that can handle grooming seven dogs in a row. any suggestions????

What is the best tool or machine to use. What angle degree for upper and lower blade and do I use same angle degree for both or should they be different?How much hand pressure do I use when sharpening. How many times on average can a pair of grooming shears be sharpened?

This toy makes dog sounds, babbles, walks, stores music, etc. I need a catchy slogan for this product. Pls help…urgent!!!

Dog treats such as the dipped and iced ones on kooldogkafe.com
I need an easy recipe with a possible picture please!

I have been using a large slicker brush, and have also tried a curry comb, although these get a lot of hair out there is still loads coming off the dog after grooming, can anyone tell me of a product that will get right into the fir, it is particuarly bad on the shoulder area. Thanks.
Where can I buy a Furminator in the u.k? and apologies for the lame spelling error.

Hi there,

I’d like to take my dog for grooming, but I don’t want to put it in my new car, because her fur will be all over. Any suggestion to resolve my headache?

ok im just doing some research on dog food. I found one that my dog loves, however it’s going to be about $70.00 a month. (royal canin for boxers) then i found one at the grocery store and it seems to have VERY simular ingredients except for that the first ingregient was Chicken in the grocery store brand and chicken wasnt even found till the 8th ingredient on the expesive brand.
My real q is….what is “meal” like it’ll say chicken meal, fish meal. However the grocery store brand states CHICKEN for the first ingredient which to me is good.
I also compared the crude %’s and they’re very simular only off by a few.
Im prety sure rice is good for a dogs diet correct? and corn meal not so good? Because a lot of dog foods do have a lot of corn meal in the foods.
The brand that i found at the grocery store is PC Nutrition 1st…this may only be in canada.