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Czech Dog Commands

2/26/2018

Czech Dog Commands

Training your dog to respond to certain commands is not as difficult as many people believe. It will however take patience, time and consistency. Your results will vary depending on both the Czech Dog trainer giving the commands as well as the breed of dog the commands are being given to as some dog have shown to be pretty quick learners than others. Giving a new dog Czech dog commands will be much simpler than retraining a dog that has been trained to action commands in a different language. Because you will have to basically wean out the old commands from that animal and introduce the Czech dog commands. Training the dog from a pup stage makes the process even smoother. With that said, here are some basic Czech dog commands you can begin introducing to your dog.

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English..................Czech................Pronunciation
1. Stay........................Zustan..............Zoo-Stan
2. Sit...........................Sedni.................Sid-nee
3. No...........................Pfui....................foo-ee
4. Go Out..................Vpred................Va-Porshed
5. Search..................Revier................rav-ear
6. Out........................Pust....................Poo-st
7. Down....................Lehni..................Lay-nee
8. Heel.......................Knoze................No-say
9. Fetch.....................Aport.................Ah-port
10. Come.....................Kemne..............Come-enye
11. Jump......................Hop...................Hop
12. roll over................prevalit.............pree-valit
13. Stand.....................Stui.....................Stuyaa
14. Quiet.....................Klid......................Kleed

Just like any other dog training, training your dog to respond to Czech commands is just about the same. There are dog owners who live in English speaking countries that train their dog in other languages so that only they may command the animal. So let's say that you train your dog to attack in Czech language and someone sees your dog and shouts attack in English. That dog will not respond to that command as it only can relate to attack in Czech.

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5 Reasons Why Your Dog Killed The Cat.

2/18/2018

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Why Dogs Kill Cats

Dogs and cats have lived together forcibly by us humans as well behaved pets for decades. But is this togetherness just a simply show put on to please us and live comfortable within the protection and care of us humans? Are dogs and cats natural sworn enemies and as soon as we turn our backs they silently go at each other's throat? But the sad thing is, it has happened many times before where pet owners dog have killed the cat or even the cat that strayed inside their home which belonged to the neighbors. It is a very sad part of pet ownership, not the fact that the cat has died only, but that now you know your dog is capable of killing and a mis-trust factor may develop between your dog and you especially if little children are around. But with that said, let us look at some reasons why your dog may attack and wound or kill the cat.

1. Dog Has Gotten Senile
This can surely happen. Some dogs will develop mental issues which may cause the dog to have erratic behaviors such as:

Generalized Anxiety
Staring at Walls
Low Threshold for Aggression
Receptivity behaviors
Elimination Disorders
Decreased activity levels.

This low threshold for aggression may see the animal acting out on other animals such as other dogs and your cat.

2. Suffers from Inter Dog Aggression
This occurs when the animal becomes overly aggressive towards animals within the same household. This over aggression is easily spread towards other animals especially cats. This over aggression will lead to the dog attacking the cat and can cause serious wounds or even death.

3. It has an Overwhelmed Predatory Drive
Just like any other non domesticated animals such as the large cats, African wild dogs, wolves etc. There is always a genetically predatory drive within these animals and your domesticated dog is no different. Animals can be tamed, but they will always possess that natural hunting instinct. This natural instinct may sadly be triggered in your dog which may cause your dog to kill the cat.

4. Cat May Be Too Close For Comfort
Some dogs will tolerate a cat living nearby, but will definitely get frustrated if the cat moves into his/her territory and becomes too close for comfort. We must remember that all animals are territorial. Some don't want to share territory with other animals of their kind much less other species of animals. The dog may kill the cat if it gets into the dog's space a bit too often.

5. Learnt Aggression
Some dogs are trained to be aggressive towards other dogs and any other animal they may encounter. You may have a beautiful dog living with you for years. Then you decide on getting a cat. Everything will seem nice once you are around, but the moment you leave them alone for awhile, the dog's learnt behavior chips in. He will attack the cat and wound or kill it. Sometimes this aggression is seen right away with the introduction of this new animal. The dog will bark aggressively and growl. If you feel you have a dog with learnt aggression towards other animals, seek advice from a good dog trainer.

Why My Dog Killed My Cat?

What To Do After The Dog Attacks The Cat.
Remember, this is going to be painful moving forward, as the cat the dog killed is either your beloved pet or someone else beloved pet. It could be a cat which belonged to your neighbors as well. There will be anger on some part, blame and of course grief. If your dog is responsible for killing someone else's cat, even if the animal strayed on to your property, show some condolence and remorse to the other pet owner. Even agree to help out with cost of final arrangements. Then you will have to make critical decisions to assess your dog to find the root cause and ensure that that horror does not reoccur.

Seek Professional Help

First get the animal to a Vet to ensure that the animal is within it's sound mind. If the vet passes the animal as being fit and healthy in mind and body, then seek an Animal behavior Training Specialist. This Specialist will help to introduce a calmer demeanor in your dog towards other dogs and animals. So basically you are introducing your dog to behavior modification.

Manage Your Dogs Environment

Ensure that your dog is secure and not able to trespass in anyone's home or on the street. If your neighbors have cats, speak to them so they can ensure that the cat is not able to roam in other peoples property especially where there is likely to be a dog.

Protect Your Other Cats and even Small Dogs

Don't just assume that this is a one off behavior and it should be forgotten and swept under the rug. If your dog attacks and kills a cat, chances are that it may attack another cat and do the same. Keep your dog away from any other pet which resides with you. Remember, you must prevent recurrence at all times.

Dog Killed The Cat, What About The Kids?
I am sure a few dog owners will have the thought of putting down the animal in fear that it may end up attacking the child one day. My advice to you is to always ensure that your child/children remain safe. Keep the dog away from the kids until you are able to make a final decision on what course of action to take. But this does not mean you should throw the animal behind a bar everyday and feed it with sticks like a man made beast. If you decide on keeping the dog, ensure that when the kids are out with the dog, there is substantial supervision at all times.

Conclusion
If your dog was not trained to be tolerant of other animals from pup stage, chances are that your dog may end up growing and chasing or being aggressive to other small animals. Many people will get Dogs from shelters and other facilities that are fully grown and may be suffering from emotional ailments you simply cannot see until it becomes too late. Always reintroduce positive behavior in your dog. Get the dog retrained, introduce new animals and hope the dog grows tolerable and peaceful towards other creatures. Remember, professional help should always be sought when you are faced with situations like this.

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All ABout The Catahoula Leopard Dog

2/17/2018

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Catahoula Leopard Dog

Origins
As the name suggest, the Catahoula Leopard dog got its name from the area which it originated from. This dog breed comes resides in the Catahoula lake in North Central Louisiana. If you look up the word "Catahoula." You would see that it originates from Choctaw Indian Origin which translates to mean "Sacred Lake".

The Catahoula Leopard dog is not considered to be in the Large dog category. It is medium built and has short patterned coat and various eye colors. Just like any other dog breed, the Catahoula needs early socialization so they can establish themselves among family. This breed is protective and territorial and once properly integrated within the family, you will have a playful as well as protection dog with you.

Caring for the Catahoula Leopard Dog

Health
Don't feed your Catahoula scraps. High quality dog food is a must for any dog, whether it be small, medium or large dogs. Ensure that the animal has a mix of high quality dog foods. Whether it be dry or canned. You should also ensure that the animal do get some raw meats from time to time. You can also create yourown dog food recipe. Bird meat such as chicken, duck, turkey is always good for your dog, as well as beef and other cattle products.

Regular trips to the vet to ensure the maximum health of you Catahoula is also a must. Keep you dog free from diseases as well as parasites with the right vaccinations and common sense precautions.

Exercise
Exercising your catahoula dog is no different from the rest. This dog can be playful and as such, a game of fetch of ball will keep this dog running and enthused. Walking the dog is also a given. Go for nice cool long walks with the Catahoula, if you feel like you can conquer the world with your fitness, then running is even better. If you live in open area, this is even better for you dog as you can hike as well as swim with the animal. This is a great way to keep you and you dog in shape.

Grooming
One thing you will have to do regular with your Catahoula when grooming is nail trimming. This dog breed nails are strong and grows fast and should be monitored and clipped to avoid cracks and overgrowth. As with any other dog breed, a good bath now and then is certainly advised. Ensure that the animals teeth are kept and unseen areas such as the ears are cleaned.

Catahoula Leopard Dog

Catahoula Leopard Dog Facts

Life span: 10 – 14 years
Temperament: Energetic, Gentle, Independent, Inquisitive, Intelligent, Loving
Colors: Brindle, Black, Red Merle, Black merle, Red, Yellow
Height: Male: 56–58 cm, Female: 51–61 cm
Weight: Male: 16–48 kg, Female: 16–45 kg

Getting The Catahoula Leopard Dog / Catahoula Cur
If you planned on getting a Catahoula Cur, go ahead. There is no reason not to. It is a great dog that simply loves to be itself and a good friend and companion to his/her family.

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Know About Cremating Your Dog

2/14/2018

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Dog Cremation

Many times dog owners come face to face with the hard hitting reality that their beloved pet has passed away. It is a sad and hurtful moment, but as with any sad moment, it takes strength and courage to move on. But before the moving on, one has to consider how they will put to rest the body of the passed dog. Many dog owners choose to have their dogs buried and prepare funeral arrangements for their dog, while many still will cremate their dog.

Why Cremate as Opposed to Burial
Well, just like the passing of humans and many family members choose to cremate the body because of medical, spiritual and cost reason. So is it with the cremation of animals. Cremation generally cost much less than preparing a funeral arrangement and comes with less hassle. People will cremate because they may want to keep the ashes of their loved pet with them as opposed to keeping the body. Some dog owners cremate their dogs because they want the ashes to be sprinkled at sea or someplace the dog may have loved or enjoyed.

Communal Cremation vs Individual or Private Cremation

Private dog cremation is self explanatory. You as an individual dog owner speaks with a funeral parlor to have your dog cremated privately in a single cremation chamber.
Communal Cremation is when there are bulk cremations schedule and you allow your dog to be cremated with several different animals at the same time. Usually the ashes are not returned to dog's owner.
Witnessed Cremation is when you are allowed to attend and watch the cremation process. Many dog owners have done witness cremation because it helps them in some way with the grieving process.

Communal cremation is way less expensive, as much as 50% less than doing a private dog cremation. Communal cremation may sound like a harsh way to say the final good bye to your pet, but it has helped many pet owners who are struggling deeply with finances, but have still managed to care for and love their dog that have passed and is unable to pay for a funeral or a private cremation. This type of cremation also exist because of so many stray animals being put down daily. It would not be cost effective for each animal to be cremated separately. Not to mention the time consumed to do so.

What Does Dog Cremation Entails
You will first make arrangements with the pet funeral home regarding the cremation. A schedule will be worked out between you the pet owner and the home as to when the cremation will be done. The parlor will then pick up the animal or if you prefer to take your pet in yourself. Your dog's body is put in a small enclosed area which is where the cremation will take place. This area is heated to as much as 1500 to 2000 Degrees Fahrenheit. It will take a few hours for the cremation process to be completed. Ensure that you have a good Dog Urn to collect what is left from the cremation which is usually ashes and bones.

Taking The Ashes
The dog's ashes and bone fragments will usually weigh roughly 3.6 percent of the dog's body mass. So let's say your dog weighs 30 pounds. The cremated remains would be 3.6 percent of that 30 lbs which is 1.08 pounds. The dog's ashes usually have a grey color but sometimes it can also be white. Many dog owners will keep the animals ashes in an Urn at home. While some will buy pet headstones and bury the urn. A growing trend after pet cremation is cremation jewelry. Cremation jewelry has special containers which are sealed with your dog's ashes and placed on necklaces, pendants, key chains etc. These are made just for those who wish to keep the memory of their pets close to them at all times.

Dog Cremation

Locating Dog Cremater
Be very careful the service provider you choose to do the cremation. There are policies and guidelines set by the International Association of Pet Cemeteries and Crematories (IAOPCC). You can easily locate reputable service providers by:

Talking to Your Vet.

This should be your first source of information as the Vet may have a reputable cremation provider whom he/she has dealt with or has ongoing contractual arrangements.

Animal Shelters

Animal shelters usually does euthanize animals and will most likely have their own cremation facility or also have contractual arrangements with other cremates.

Search Online

It is easy to find animal crematers online. Just ensure that they follow the guidelines of the (IAOPCC).

I can only conclude that you have lost your pal or know someone who has lost their pal and best friend. Condolences to you.

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How To Make a Lazy Dog Active

2/7/2018

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Dogs Laying Down

Is your dog looking rather lazy these days? Does he/she simply lounges around the home in your favorite pajamas and watch soap operas? Do you find yourself lifting your mutt to take him to the bathroom, or opening your dog’s mouth to feed? Are you running faster than your dog and retrieving the Frisbee yourself when you shout fetch? If you are experiencing any of these, chances are that your dog is not ill, but downright lazy. And you begin to wonder just why is your dog so lazy. Well, some dogs may not be as active as some, but most dogs pretty much love a run now and then and they certainly love spending that time with their dog pal, you. So what can you do to make your dog active again if he/she becomes too lazy to even eat? Well, let us look at few techniques you can use to make your dog zap out of laziness.

1. Introduce Your Dog to a New Environment
Take your dog driving and find a new yet suitable environment where your dog has not been before. Just don’t go letting your dog out in any bear infested woods. Chances are a bear will spot him and turn him into an “hot-dog.” Take your pooch to a beach, Dog Park or someplace interesting. Different things can be good stimulants and this just maybe the zap of energy your dog needs to become active again by running, barking and playing with other dogs.

2. Give Your Dog Some Natural Energy Boost
Not every dog food is packed with real proteins needed for your dog to lead a fit, active and healthy life style. Dogs not fed right become small, weak and eventually docile. Their activity level will fall like stock prices and they will eventually be lazy dogs. Ensure that you are giving your canine pal the right foods which will help to boost your dog’s energy level and take it from lazy to active. Your dog’s feet are very important to him. His joints should be pain free to allow him to be very mobile. Remember, the right nutrition is always essential if you want your dog to be energetic and always active.

3. Give the Dog Agility Equipment
Why do so many dog owners when they go out to buy a dog toy they buy some fake bone or little chew ball that the dogs simply sits around all day looking at. This does nothing for your dog and he will eventually grow tired of many of these useless dog toys. Get your dog agility equipment. These include; simple adjustable jumpers, obstacle walkers, large balls and crawlers. These items are not only good for agility, but provide a great deal of fun for your dog. One other good thing about agility equipment is that as the dog owner, you too can participate in the activity and get a little exercise doing so.

4. Why These Methods May Not Work on All Dogs
Before you go blasting off and putting on sweat pants on your dog, you must first ascertain if the dog is healthy and if not, try to get the dog on good health status before any aggravation. An unhealthy dog may look or act lazy because he/she is suffering from an underlining illness. This can be the same for dogs who have caught on many years and have developed joint inflammations and other old age factors. Ensure that you give your dog a thorough checkup before your proceed to apply the un-lazy treatment.

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Czech Dog Commands

5 Reasons Why Your Dog Killed The Cat.

All ABout The Catahoula Leopard Dog

Caring for the Catahoula Leopard Dog

Catahoula Leopard Dog Facts

Know About Cremating Your Dog

How To Make a Lazy Dog Active

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