How to stop your dog barking at other dogs when on a walk

I've started this new method while walking Candy. I keep some treats in my hand, I use Smackos. I'm watching to see when other dogs come our way and just at that moment when Candy sees the other dog, I get  her to sit and I give her tiny pieces of the Smackos strip. I stand in front of her so as to block her view of the other dog walking past. The other dog could be on our side or on the other side of the road, it doesn't matter. When the other dog has passed, I praise Candy and we continue on. No barking. This used to be a very stressful time for me every time we went for a walk, but this method seems to be working.
Cheers
Christine

Candy's New Toy

Australia's Fattest Dog

Samson, a black labrador retriever in Melbourne, is working with veterinarians after his owners brought him to a clinic to lose weight. He weighed in at 85kg. Can you believe it!

http://au.tv.yahoo.com/sunrise/video/-/watch/25714699/australias-fattest-dog/

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Recent research indicates that the key to a happy ...

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Recent research indicates that the key to a happy ...: "Dogs: Socialisation Recently I read an article about the importance of socialisation with dogs. I have copied it here for you. Recent rese..."

Recent research indicates that the key to a happy and well behaved dog is socialisation

Dogs: SocialisationRecently I read an article about the importance of socialisation with dogs. I have copied it here for you.

Recent research indicates that the key to a happy and well behaved dog is socialisation. Socialisation along with basic training can even save dogs’ lives, reducing the likelihood of a dog ending up in a rescue shelter or being euthanised due to behavioural problems.

Leading animal behaviouralist, Dr Kersti Seksel says that “the vast majority of dogs entering rescue are happy, healthy pets and the most common behaviour issue found in rescue dogs is simply a lack of basic training”.

The most common age for a dog to be surrendered for rehoming is around six months to two years of age, which is when they have moved past the cute puppy stage and into the troublesome teen years. Proper socialisation reduces the likelihood of behavioural problems and is necessary for all dogs, no matter how sweet natured they are as puppies.
Socialisation involves taking part in activities that introduce a dog to a variety of experiences. This needs to take place in a positive and safe environment so dogs learn how to be a confident and friendly, well behaved member of society. (High St Road Animal Hospital).

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Snowy had a growth removed

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Snowy had a growth removed: "Snowy recently had a growth removed from under her lip. It had doubled in size over a 3 month period and looked very red and dangerous. The..."

Snowy had a growth removed

Snowy recently had a growth removed from under her lip. It had doubled in size over a 3 month period and looked very red and dangerous.  The histopathology revealed it was a plasmacytoma. These can occur on the pinnae, ear canals, face or feet and are mostly solitary, but can be multiple.  Most of these type of growths are benign and are curable when surgically removed. This is good news for Snowy. In rare cases, they can grow on other body parts and can precede the development of cancer. I'm positive, this won't be the case for Snowy.
She had her stitches out today and she was such a good little girl.

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Dog Prams!!!!!

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Dog Prams!!!!!: "This is Snowy in the pram. Yes, I do take her for walks in the pram because she is very old and has diabetes. She loves it!!!"

Dog Prams!!!!!

This is Snowy in the pram. Yes, I do take her for walks in the pram because she is very old and has diabetes. She loves it!!!

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Training Tips

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Training Tips: "When training your dog remember the following tips: Be consistent Always reward your pet when he is doing the right thing Dogs especially l..."

Training Tips

When training your dog remember the following tips:

• Be consistent
• Always reward your pet when he is doing the right thing
• Dogs especially learn by positive re-enforcement; use treats, pats and a positive voice as a reward
• Ignore any undesirable behaviour.

I have added a YouTube clip of some very funny dog photos. Enoy!

A Blog About my Two Dogs: How do I give my dog a tablet?

A Blog About my Two Dogs: How do I give my dog a tablet?: "I recently had to give Snowy and Candy their All Wormer tablets. Candy took hers ok but I had a lot of trouble getting Snowy to swallow her ..."

How do I give my dog a tablet?

I recently had to give Snowy and Candy their All Wormer tablets. Candy took hers ok but I had a lot of trouble getting Snowy to swallow her tablet. She kept spitting it out. I broke it up into smaller pieces and hid it in a slice of ham...no, then I hid it in her food...no she still managed to leave those bits. I found this article on the LonelyPets website that had a few ideas
Administering tablets. Pets are often quite good at eating 'around' a tablet hidden in their food bowl so you may need some other tricks up your sleeve. You could try embedding the tablet into a small piece of cheese or other favourite treat.
If giving the tablet with food is not an option, you'll need to manually place the tablet into the back of your pet's throat. The following techinique should be effective for cats and dogs.
Open the pet's mouth by placing your hand on top of the muzzle with your thumb and forefinger behind the canine teeth. Tilt the head back, simultaneously applying gentle pressure to the sides of the upper jaw. The pet should open its mouth. With your free hand, hold the tablet between thumb and fore finger while pulling the lower jaw down with your middle finger.
Put the tablet as far behind the base of the tongue as possible, before holding the mouth shut. If this is too difficult with your pet, or if you need to administer tablets regularly, you might like to buy a pill popper/gun which you should be able to buy from your vet. Just put the tablet on the end and place it over the back of the tongue. Encourage the animal's natural swallow reflex by stroking the throat.

A Blog About my Two Dogs: What happens if you miss an insulin injection?

A Blog About my Two Dogs: What happens if you miss an insulin injection?: "Last night I was out with my daughter, so my routine was disrupted. At about 5.30 am we find out that Snowy has had a little accident on the..."

What happens if you miss an insulin injection?

Last night I was out with my daughter, so my routine was disrupted. At about 5.30 am we find out that Snowy has had a little accident on the carpet. So there I am cleaning up this mess at 5.30am half asleep. It was then my husband said he did not give her the insulin injection and then it all made sense. As she has trouble seeing and thus, cannot get down the stairs, she had this accident upstairs. I quickly gave the injection and sat up watching her, as I was worried. Over the next few hours, she was drinking a lot of water- a sure sign her levels were up. So, I stayed and watched, just like a new mum watching over a sick child. The guilts have crept in. I'm back at work next week, so hopefully I will get our routine back to normal.

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Snowy my dog fell down the stairs

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Snowy my dog fell down the stairs: "As you know, Snowy is developing cataracts and hence, will go blind. We have all noticed the small changes that are happening now. When I to..."

Snowy my dog fell down the stairs

As you know, Snowy is developing cataracts and hence, will go blind. We have all noticed the small changes that are happening now. When I took them to visit my parents the other day, Snowy would not go down the steps by herself. I had to pick her up.
This morning as I was lying in bed, I noticed that Snowy had gone out of the room. A few minutes later, I heard this thump. My heart sank as I dreaded what I would find. I raced out of the room and there was Snowy on the landing, licking her paws. She had obviously fallen down the stairs. I picked her up and took her outside to the toilet.
Every day something else happens. It is getting sad for me and now I am beginning to worry how she will cope when I am back at work in a week.

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Why Do Canine Diabetics Develop Cataracts In Dogs?...

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Why Do Canine Diabetics Develop Cataracts In Dogs?...: "It's very sad to watch day by day, your much loved dog, begin to bump into things because they are going blind. To me, this is the worst thi..."

Why Do Canine Diabetics Develop Cataracts In Dogs?

It's very sad to watch day by day, your much loved dog, begin to bump into things because they are going blind. To me, this is the worst thing that could happen to my dogs. But why do dogs with diabetes develop cataracts? When the blood glucose levels go up in your dog, it happens in the eye as well. This then upsets the delicate balance of moisture in the lens of the eye. The lens will then absorb more moisture and they then start to appear cloudy and opaque. Apparently this can happen very quickly...in a matter of weeks. Poor Snowy!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Over 100 breeds of dogs are susceptible to getting...

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Over 100 breeds of dogs are susceptible to getting...: "Last time I talked about how Snowy is developing cataracts. Even my daughter noticed the other day that her eyes are beginning to have a pea..."

Over 100 breeds of dogs are susceptible to getting cataracts

Last time I talked about how Snowy is developing cataracts. Even my daughter noticed the other day that her eyes are beginning to have a pearly appearance. Apparently over 100 breeds of dogs are suseptible to getting cataracts. Sometimes this is due to old age, an injury to the eye, an inherited condition or as in Snowy's case, a disease such as diabetes.
There is treatment for cataracts. The treatment of choice is a procedure called phacoemulsion. A small ultrasonic probe is inserted into the eye and this dissolves the lens which is then removed. It is replaced by an artificial lens called an IOL (Intraocular Lens). I imagine this would be expensive. I suppose when the time comes, we may investigate this option. But, I don't know. It gets overwhelming sometimes!
 Cheers Christine
Cataracts: a common threat: in most cases, a surgical procedure can successfully restore an affected dog's eyesight. Here's what is involved.(Health): An article from: Dog Watch

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Snowy is developing cataracts

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Snowy is developing cataracts: "When I took Snowy to the Vet last week for her yearly immunisations, I was told that she is developing cataracts and is slowly going blind. ..."

Snowy is developing cataracts

When I took Snowy to the Vet last week for her yearly immunisations, I was told that she is developing cataracts and is slowly going blind. This is apparently because of the diabetes. You can imagine how sad I am feeling right now! I can't stop thinking about her and how she is going to cope. Will she get distressed? What sort of quality of life will she have? She goes back next week for a day in the hospital so they can do a glucose curve. This is to monitor the dose we are giving and check if we need to reduce or increase the dose. This poor dog is going through alot at the moment. Poor Snowy!

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Horse rescued in the Queensland floods

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Horse rescued in the Queensland floods: "I have found another amazing clip on Youtube that shows the wonderful side of humanity."

Horse rescued in the Queensland floods

I have found another amazing clip on Youtube that shows the wonderful side of humanity.

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Queensland Horses saved by a Great Hero

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Queensland Horses saved by a Great Hero: "The worst floods in Australia's history have hit Queensland and now Victoria, parts of New South Wales and South Australia. What happens to..."

Queensland Horses saved by a Great Hero

The worst floods in Australia's history have hit Queensland and now Victoria, parts of New South Wales and South Australia. What happens to the animals and pets when a natural disaster happens like this? Here is one amazing story that highlights one amazing hero-Bob Sirett. Watch this video to see this incredible story.

If you would like to donate to help the people of
Queensland recover and rebuild, please click on the link below. Thank you.

http://www.qld.gov.au/floods/donate.html

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Is your dog losing weight? Read on.

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Is your dog losing weight? Read on.: "We noticed that Snowy is losing weight. She has gone off her breakfast and seems to be very thin. Candy, on the other hand, appears to be pu..."

Is your dog losing weight? Read on.

We noticed that Snowy is losing weight. She has gone off her breakfast and seems to be very thin. Candy, on the other hand, appears to be putting weight on. This was a mystery because Candy is the active, crazy dog. Anyway, tonight, all was revealed. Candy is actually have 2 dinners! Her dinner and Snowy's dinner. This explains everything. So now, I will have to be more vigilant at doggy dinner time, and keep a close eye on that little Candy dog of mine. How Cheeky!

A Blog About my Two Dogs: When a dog needs your help

A Blog About my Two Dogs: When a dog needs your help: "It's very distressing to me to see dogs that are in pain. I have to inject Snowy with her insulin in the morning and at night. She is ..."

When a dog needs your help

It's very distressing to me to see dogs that are in pain. I  have to inject Snowy with her insulin in the morning and at night. She is starting to flinch and sometimes, if I muck up, blood comes out. This is so vivid because you see the bright red blood on the white fur. Oh...I hate it when that happens!
I recently read a story about a dog named Holly that was rescued from a shelter by the Cesar Milan team.

 The story touched me deeply, that I thought I would publish it here.
 Just click on the link below to read more.
http://www.cesarsway.com/news/foundationnews/Update-Christmas-Holly?utm_source=mobilestorm&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Jan11NL_2
Cheers
Christine