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Which Dog Breeds Are Best for People with Pet Allergies? Patch.com Dog breed websites are interesting and informative, but not always 100-percent accurate. Each dog and pet owner are unique. Before choosing a breed, consult with your veterinarian and allergist, along with dog behavior specialists, breeders and other ... and more »

When it comes to training a dog, your words matter The Union Leader Even if the dog understands that ?no? means ?refrain from a behavior,? the behavior is gibberish to the dog. Far more useful is teaching the dog an incompatible behavior ? to sit calmly when company comes so he's not jumping up; to hold a toy in his ... and more »

When it comes to training a dog, your words matter NewHampshire.com Even if the dog understands that ?no? means ?refrain from a behavior,? the behavior is gibberish to the dog. Far more useful is teaching the dog an incompatible behavior ? to sit calmly when company comes so he's not jumping up; to hold a toy in his ... and more »

Pit bulls no longer deemed vicious come Tuesday Canton Repository ?It's no longer if (there will be a dog attack), it's when and how bad,? she said. The new law deems a dog dangerous or vicious solely based on its behavior, not its breed. It also increases the penalties for unruly canines and creates a new ?nuisance? ... and more »

Doggie Zen: Teaching your dog to take treats nicely Petoskey News-Review Zoey is a 10-year-old girl in my class who recently got a lab puppy named Marley. She is a responsible girl who wants to train Marley to be a therapy dog someday, and smartly got him in time to train over the summer break rather than during the school ...

Trainer Q&A: Raising kids vs. raising dogs The Seattle Times The dog won't obey commands, jumps, barks and demands to stand between the wife and anyone else. Family members say the couple are very protective of the dog and attribute his bad behavior to his being "a puppy." Is there a correlation between people ... and more »

Don't get bitten, and don't let your dog bite someone News Sentinel *Consult your veterinarian for advice about dog behavior that will help prevent similar problems in the future. *If someone else's dog bites you, seek medical treatment, and then call authorities with everything you know about the dog to help animal ... and more »

6 Pet Myths Debunked Patch.com Talk to your dog's breeder, a groomer or your veterinarian about what's right for your particular dog's coat. Actually, dogs that behave aggressively usually do so because they're afraid or anxious. When they're punished for being aggressive, ... and more »

Thompson Square Add Puppy to Their Family The Boot The name is a tribute to the couple's favorite blues singer, the late Etta James. "She's pretty bad right now as far as ... nipping," Shawna says as Etta demonstrates that behavior right on cue. "She's a biter," notes Keifer. The pup, Keifer explains, ...

Understanding dog behavior is key to preventing bites Tahoe Daily Tribune By Dawn Armstrong Dog Bite Prevention Week is May 20-26. According to the Centers for Disease Control, 4.7 million Americans are bitten by dogs each year. Almost half are children under 12 years old and those between the ages of 5 and 9 are at greatest ... and more »