Helpful Links

Anatomy of the Dog
Info relevant to average pet owners is found after page 8 and is sorted alphabetically by breed.

Canine Developmental Stages
Learning what to expect as your puppy grows is a great tool to use when training. It is much easier to work with your dog's growing brain and take advantage of critical developmental periods than have to train out bad behaviors later on.

Canine Nutrition
I love this website because you can read about the nutritional quality of the food you are feeding your dog. A lot of dog food companies will add artificial coloring (which is carcinogenic) and fillers to their food that will make your  dog feel full without giving them many nutrients. This would be like us eating popcorn for every meal versus steak and potatoes. Also with lesser quality dog foods you have to feed more of it (3-4 cups) to get the same nutrients as a higher quality dog food (1/2 - 2 cups).  I always say that it is a LOT more cost effective to spend a few extra dollars on a high quality dog food than pay for pricey veterianry bills later on to treat diseases that could have been prevented with an appropriate diet. And even though you may pay more for the higher quality dog food, you don't have to feed as much of it! The more nutrients in the food= the more nutrients your dog's body uses= less filler material is wasted= less poop to pick up! Yay! Everybody wins. :-)

Crate Training
Crate training your dog is not something that is "cruel" or like keeping your dog in a cage. Instead it can be a great training tool in aiding potty training. You must also remember that dogs are denning animals; in the wild they would sleep in dens or caves where they would feel safe. Giving your dog a crate is like giving them their own bedroom where they can escape to to sleep and feel safe if something scares them (like guests coming over). When successfully trained, your dog will love it's new bedroom.


First Aid and Safety
 Pet Toxins and Poisons 
A generous list of articles pertaining to things like CPR, Heimlich Maneuver, Bloat, Snake Bites, and more. Being well informed and knowing in advance what you need to do in an emergency could make the difference between life and death for your pet. Start studying now!

Fleas & Parasites
 Flea Control Guide
 Pet Flea & Tick Control Comparison Chart
 The Dog Tick: How to Prevent and Control Dog Ticks
 Dog Owner's Guide: Canine Worms
Fleas are an unavoidable downside to pet ownership but advances in pest control have made it possible to eliminate fleas and parasites from our homes and our pets. Get fleas under control as soon as you can to protect your dog and your family from catching diseases.

New Puppy
Everything you need to know the moment you bring home your new pup. This article (written by moi!) covers everything from crate training to socialization and teething in 4 short pages. This is a no-nonsense article and every tidbit of information is crucial to making your life with your new puppy easier, even when things get tough. Think of this article as boot camp for new puppy owners.
- Links coming soon

Potty Training

Products: Toys, Medications, Supplies and More
 Dog Product Reviews: How to Choose the Best Products for Your Dog
 PETCO: Pet Supplies, Pet Products & Pet Accessories.
 Drs. Foster & Smith Pet Supplies, Medications and More.

Structuring Your Relationship With Your Dog
I love this article! This was written geared more towards owners of Pit Bulls, but the tips it provides should apply to ALL dog owners. This will ensure that YOU are the Alpha in your household and NOT your dog. If you have a dominant dog, then this article should be your Bible!

Vaccinations
 Early Puppy Socialization and Vaccinations
 Dog Owner's Guide: Vaccination (FAQ's)


Bonus Reading

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