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Here's why:

          Because pet ownership is on the rise, which in turn is causing an increased demand for skilled professionals to keep dogs bathed, brushed, and trimmed!

          It's true. In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, demand for pet groomers is expected to increase 22% between now and 2012!

Trimming Your Dogs Nails

              I hear it time and again, "I won't trim my dog's nails because I can't handle the possibility of hurting him." With a little knowledge and patience, it will be a much less scary process for both of you. Your dog will pick up on your emotions, so the more nervous you are, the more nervous your dog will be. So take a breath, relax, and read this article.
             One grooming step that all dogs need is to have their nails trimmed regularly. This should be started right away when they are just weeks old. That is the responsibility of the breeder to get them used to the process. Depending on when the breeder will let their puppies go home, their nails should have been trimmed at least two or three times already. If you have found a good breeder, they will be handling their puppies all of the time anyway, so they should be well socialized and not afraid of having their nails trimmed. If your dog has not been properly socialized and is skittish when you try to trim their nails, you can slowly get them used to being handled for a trim. When you are sitting or lying with your dog, touch and hold their feet, one at a time, just so they can get used to you handling their paws. This process can go on for weeks before they are comfortable. When you start trimming your dog's nails, just take the tips off so there is very little chance of cutting too short.

Need for Safe Pet Products

         In 2007, thousands of American pets were affected by tainted pet food. The manufacturers had added cheap wheat gluten and rice protein concentrate imported from China to increase the amount of nitrogen in the concentrate. Unbeknownst to them, the imported concentrates had melamine and cyanuric acid added to them. These two chemicals are not a problem in small amounts but are dangerous if eaten in large amounts, and even more so if they are combined. Many dogs suffered from kidney damage caused by the imported ingredients, and many of them died.
            There have also been several pet food recalls because of possible Salmonella contamination. Salmonella is a  bacterium that may make dogs very sick but can also be a risk to their owners. Bully sticks, dry kibble and even treats such as dog peanut butter have all been subject to recalls due to Salmonella.
It's not just foods that you need to be concerned about. Cheap and poorly made toys have resulted in choking and intestinal obstructions, and they may also be coated in toxic chemicals or heavy metals such as lead.

           You trust that the foods and toys that are sold on the shelves of your supermarket or pet store are safe and won't make your dog sick, and when yet another recall is issued, it's scary. You may not learn about these risky products until it is too late. With almost 30 food recalls issued in 2012 to date, how can you protect your canine best friend from harmful pet products?

      1. Monitor the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) websites. The FDA publishes a list of recalled pet foods on their site and also shares information via their twitter feed at @FDAanimalhealth. The AVMA has a twitter account at @AVMARecallWatch that also releases up to date information on any recalls.
     2. Keep in mind that you usually get what you pay for. While there are many inexpensive dog foods and toys that are safe and don't contain harmful ingredients, you're more likely to run into problems with those products that are manufactured and sold cheaply.
     3. Check the label of any treat or food you would like to buy for your dog, and look at the country of origin. Only buy American made treats for him. This in itself is no guarantee because the foods containing the Chinese concentrates were made in the US, but it's a start.

Teaching a Dog How to Come

        One of the most common commands that people will teach their dogs is to come. You may think that this is a simple command but it does require you to be a bit persistent. The key to training your dog any new behavior is positive reinforcement and repetition. This is simply the best way for dogs to associate particular behaviors with your commands.
How to Teach a Dog to Come
1. The easiest way for your dog to associate this command with the action is to use it when it is mealtime.
2. Take a piece of food or treat and get your dog's attention while you use the command "come."
3. If your dog successfully conveys her command, reward it with a treat.
4. Allow your dog to continue with the full meal.
5. Repeat this process every time you feed your dog.
        I like to use this command with other ones so that my dog understands when I am trying to teach him something.

Train Your Dog

              Dog training collars are just one of many very useful tools to use when you are trying to train your dog. Prong collars are an effective tool to use in training your dog to walk them properly without them pulling on their leash or dragging you along. As with any dog training tool, a prong collar should only be used properly as a training device and not a crutch.

             One of the most popular methods of dog training is the leash/collar style of training. This type of training has proven it's effectiveness over many years. It is always used when a dog must have a high level of reliability, such as that of rescue dogs, police dogs, guard dogs and dogs for the disabled. But it will also keep you and your dog safe when out on your walks, by preventing the pulling and tugging that invariably occurs with a dog who is not trained properly to walk with a leash.

              Positive reinforcement is the best tool to use to train your dog. This is superior to punishment in establishing the behavior of your dog on a leash. Positive reinforcement results in lasting behavioral modification. Punishment changes behavior only temporarily with the result that it will reappear later, bringing along with it more problem behavior. By using positive reinforcement, you will build a bond of trust and cooperation between your pet and yourself.