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Walking the dog is one of the main obligations we have as owners. In the street it makes its needs, it entertains smelling aromas of all kinds, interacts with people, with other dogs and exercises. How long is your dog advisable A healthy dog ​​should walk at least one hour a day, although nothing happens if we walked more. In fact, it is best to go out whenever we can and all the time as possible. These sixty minutes of walking daily are an estimate, so that nothing happens if one day we leave only forty because we do not have time for more, but we must try to be out at least an hour every day. How many times walk to a puppy Puppies are one of the special cases regarding the walk, since when they are small we must leave more times and less time, which is the opposite that is recommended in the case of adults. So, With the puppies you have to start going to the street about five times a day (Better take it to where they don't go adult dogs until we finish vaccinating them) and in very short periods of only a few minutes. There is a reason that explains why you have to leave so much and are not able to control. Therefore, they will do their needs inside the house, so that as long as we get used to them, you have to get them more times. As for time, you have to be very careful. If we force you to exercise too much, they can suffer from bone problems when they reach adulthood. How many times walk an adult dog As the puppy grows and when we already consider that the dog is an adult, the walks can be reduced in quantity and increase in time. It is always said that you have to leave at least three times a day with an adult dog, Some walks that should last 20 minutes as little whenever possible, although this is only orient. In this way, if for work or other obligations the daytime walks are very short, we will compensate it at night when we can have more time. The daily hour is just an estimate, since there is no problem in getting two if possible. In addition, here you have to take into account the race, because it is not the same to walk with a Chihuahua than with a farmer, since the exercise needs are very different. How many times walk an old dog Another special case is that of elderly dogs, whose walks will look a lot like those of the puppies. When a dog arrives at the Senectud there is a time when we see that gradual changes occur, so that It will suffice us to walk a little more slowly, without the need to shorten the distances. However, with the passing of the months we must completely change the way in which we carry out the walks, because we notice how the deterioration advances at high speed affecting the capabilities of our best friend. It is at this time when we introduce changes, walking about five times a day, shortening the distances a lot And the rhythm. The reason is that they no longer endure the pee as before (if we do not take them often they will urinate at home) and that on many occasions you have to give them diuretics for the heart, so that they urinate much more and need to leave often. Tips for walking your dog Walking your dog is very important. Therefore, we must follow a series of guidelines or standards in order to be something pleasant for both for him and us. You have to walk with many dogs since the animal is very young Once the puppy has fulfilled the vaccination calendar, you have to take it to a place where dogs get out of walking, always asking the quietest in order to begin to socialize. If we do this, the puppy will become a balanced adult who can walk with any dog, without aggressiveness or fights. Beware of hotter hours At the end of spring the heat is already suffocating in Spain, so you have to be very careful when we are going to walk, avoiding the central hours of the day and displacing the outputs to the freshest, which are usually the first and last of the day. This care must be taken in the case of puppies, elderly dogs and brachicéfalos such as boxer or carlinos, which because of the shape of their head breathe worse. We must always keep in mind, because if we forget the animal, it can suffer a heat stroke that takes it to death. We avoid wet areas In many places there are water courses such as rivers and streams, which invite relaxation and are fresh sites, but that are usually crowded with mosquitoes when we go for a walk. In addition to the discomfort of bites, Mosquitoes transmit leishmaniasis to dogs (also to us), so it is convenient to stay away from the areas where there are many insects of this type. We move away from cars The greatest danger we face every time we go out with a dog for a walk is that a car hit it. In this way, you have to do your best to remain away from cars, leaving remote areas or going to parks with dog spaces, in which there is a fence that separates them from other users and cars. You have to change route from time to time The routines are part of our life, so little by little and almost without realizing we will be walking every day along the same route. This is not bad, but the truth is that Dogs love to explore new places, face different odors, etc., so that they will appreciate that we make an itinerary change. You do not have to take the car and go to the mountains, but it will be enough to go through other streets, enter another park or leave through another area of ​​the city. Other training tips that may interest you: Teach your dog to crawl When should I reward my dog? What to do if my dog ​​eats very fast? Why is my dog ​​afraid of other dogs? Why does my dog ​​follow me everywhere?

There are several tricks that we can teach our dog, with whom we will show off before friends and have fun for a while, in addition to feeling very proud of the animal when everyone looks at. One of them is cracking or crawling on the ground, a movement that is not natural in dogs, but that can learn in a very simple way with a little work and prizes. Before you have to learn previous orders We cannot begin to teach the “gatea” order, without before having memorized previous commands, such as sitting and being still, which are even easier to teach, especially if we do it when they are puppies. Anyway, an adult dog can also learn them, like crawling, although it will cost us a little more and we must be more patient, repeating the sessions and making them somewhat shorter. How do we teach you to crawl? We have to go to a quiet place where the animal does not have stimuli that distract it, like a house in the house, our garden, a park without many people, etc. There we give him the order he feels and then he is still. Then, and without waiting too much not to tire the dog, what you have to get is to direct it to the ground. We can carry it out in several ways, either with the order "TRASSE" if you know it, although it is more spectacular if you do it from the sitting position, so when it is already so we teach you a candy that we will not give it if you get up. Calling your attention We make him look at his favorite snack and move him towards the ground, with the idea that he lay on his own, but when I do we are not going to give him the prize, because we want him to crawl. Therefore, we have to get away a bit showing the sweetness. If we crawl on the ground we say "gatea" and then we reward it. This must be repeated several times without tireing it, starting again the next day until it begins to crawl when we ask for it, always giving it its prize if you do well, at the right time it is when you start crawling. The click can be useful, a tool that is nothing more than a sheet that makes a sound, after which we reward it. It is used a lot in positive training, as the dog associates the "click" to a stimulus and will be pending click, which helps to be centered on training and is not distracted by anything. At first it is possible that it costs a little As soon as you start It is possible that the one that crawls a bit, since what he will do will be to get up and come when we teach him the prize, that we must not give in this case. As it is done wrong, our dog will realize that it is not what we expect from him, so he will begin to crawl to us, first perhaps a little and getting up, although he will understand as soon as he does it a couple of times and receives his prize. Depending on the race it will cost you more assimilate, but it is not a complicated exercise and you can do any dog ​​if we propose it. We can complicate it a bit giving the order at a distance When the dog already crawls without failing in most cases, which means that the trick has controlled, we can step further and complicate it. To do this What we have to do is add distance when we give the order. This means that we ask him to feel and be still, we move away a few meters and then order him to crawl. With that, what we get is that the distance that runs stuck to the ground is increasing, making the trick more spectacular, although always with caution and letting it only do it for a few meters, because we do not want our dog to hurt. After a while, it will no longer need to give you a candy, although it is convenient to do it from time to time and congratulate it effusive, give it its favorite toy, etc., all so that the dog understands that we are very happy with what it has done. It serves to keep your head busy In addition to presuming, teaching you this trick will serve in order to keep your head occupied, since there are several races that need it, such as shepherd dogs and all those who are very active. On many occasions, some of these dogs end in shelters because their owners do not know how to give what they need, which is nothing more than spending time with them and teaching them tricks of this class, with which animals enjoy and occupy the brain learning. Other training tips: When should I reward my dog? What to do if my dog ​​eats very fast? 5 Advantages of educating our dog with positive reinforcement Discover Agility How to educate a puppy Tips for walking your dog correctly 10 basic orders that your dog must learn

It is very common to reward our dog, because that is a way that he knows that things are doing well, which will help us to reinforce positive behaviors. Here we must be careful, because Sometimes we do not reward the animal well, and we even contribute to unwanted behaviors without realizing it. The prize must be given immediately The prize works by association, so as soon as we do what we want, we do it. Thus, if we are teaching it to lie down, at the moment in which your belly touches the ground, we reward it. We do not wait a while later or do it before, because the animal will not know what we want, only that we give it an award for trying to lie down or to get up, which will teach him to lie down is very complicated. We must avoid reinforcing behaviors that do not interest us Let's imagine the previous scenario. We see proud how our dog touches the order and when we are going to give the reinforcement it begins to bark nervous, or gets up and jumps towards us. If at that time we give you your reward, all we are going to get is that you believe that barking or jumping is fine, so from that moment you will wait for your gift, without understanding what is wrong if we get angry. So, It is essential to reward it only if you are completely calm, that it would be when he grabs without doing anything else, keeping calm. At that time it is what we give your favorite treat, a toy or caress it. This always serves that we are teaching him something or even in daily life, when we must not tell him beautiful words, give him a caress or scratch him if he is in a state of excitement that never suits us. What do we do if it does not calm down? In the event that it does not calm down, you never have to resort to physical punishment, much less to shout as if the dog managed to understand us. It is best to ignore it. We will not listen to him, we will not touch it, much less we will reward it, until it calms down and is still. In this way we will make him understand that what we want of him is that he remain calm, because only in that situation can interact with us. Several kind of prizes can be used We already know when you have to give prizes and now we have to know which ones, being the main food. For example, There is no dog that resists a piece of cut sausage, to a cat's granulus or a little sausage, although we can also buy special awards for them, which we will try to be healthy. They sell healthy sweets, made of meat or fish and only with natural products, although it is not necessary that we always premiere it with food. We can also use some of your favorite toys, of the type of a ball or one of those in the form of an animal that whistles, and give it to the same time when we want to congratulate it for something that has done well. It is best to vary the rewards with the idea that he does not get tired immediately. Therefore, in addition to the previous ones, we can also caress it while we say words that denote that we are happy with him. You have to go down the amount of awards as the animal learns We should not forget that the awards must be found with the idea of ​​reinforcing good behaviors, something that is usually done when the animal is puppy and we are educating it. That's why, As it grows and learning, the amount of rewards must be reducedWell, we will not always be with a snack in your hand when you do something well several times a day. At the moment in which the behavior we ask is normal in it, we can stop rewarding it so much and do it only occasionally, with a caress, a time of games or also with a little food. This will serve the reminder that when he behaves well he receives his prize, so he will be more predisposed to do what we ask. Other training articles that may interest you: Dog Intelligence Games What to do if my dog ​​eats very fast? Tips for strengthening your dog's defenses 5 Advantages of educating our dog with positive reinforcement What are the best dog awards? What to do so that my dog ​​does not ask for food on the table?

Dogs love to play, and in fact most of them do it even when they are already so old that they have a hard time moving, despite which they do not hesitate to make an effort to play with their owners. In addition to hanging out with him with the typical ball, There are alternatives such as intelligence games, with which we can stimulate their brain and keep them busy. What are dog intelligence games? Until very recently, most of the dogs had a function such as saving farms, leading to the flock, hunting, rescue of people, etc., which have been seen relegated according to these animals were exclusively dedicated to becoming company. With these occupations the dogs faced constant challenges, which got their brain to work in order to solve different challenges, thus achieving very intelligent races such as pastor dogs. Now there are hardly any animals that work daily, but At home we can do something and it is to consider these challenges in the form of intelligence games. Best intelligence games There are several intelligence games with which to put our dog to the test, always knowing that the way to work on your brain has nothing to do with ours and that you do not have to frustrate if they do not understand any of these practices. No dog is the same and not everyone has the same capabilities, so we will raise very simple challenges, raising the difficulty very little by little, otherwise our best friend can lose interest completely. Escondite game One of the easiest games that all dogs usually like. It consists of taking your favorite toy, or one of them, and hiding it without seeing us doing it at home or on the street. We can start at our home, since it will be easier to find it. First we are hiding in places where we know that he will discover him right away, to vary the difficulty over the days. Then we take it to the street, to the park, to the countryside or to any place where it is sure to be loose and do the same, put it more and more difficult. In order to be interested more, instead of a toy, we hide a kong full of food, wet if we want the dog to look like crazy. Follow the trail The most developed meaning of the dog is smell, so we are going to use it to get to work. You have to teach you a new smell until it assimilates, something that has a characteristic aroma such as a fruit or even a specialized environment that is sold for this type of activities. Once he has smelled it several times, we hide it and tell him to look for him, helping him the first times if it is necessary until he will give him, and rewarding him when he does, so it will soon associate the search with something good and want to play at all hours. Food dispensers Here we are going to have a huge variety of dispensers and is one of the best intelligence games to start practicing, because by associating with food the dog will not be reluctant. One of the simplest is the Kong, a rubber toy that has holes that we put granules and then cover with wet food or a special paste, so the dog must uncover it and then move the kong if they want the granules to get out of there, which can take a good time. We also have other more complex games, of the type of feeders who give it food if you press a button that lights up, or the bell equal to the one in the hotel receptions, that our pets make sound if they want to feed. Obedience This type of game is the most useful of all, because in addition to having fun, we can teach our dog something that will be helpful and that will make us easier for day to day, such as sitting, lying down, or even fun tricks of the type of shaking. It is always easier to do it when they are puppies, because they learn much better, but from adults they can also be taught with some more patience and knowing that it will take more time. Our great ally will be the positive reinforcement, giving sweets, small pieces of sausage or even some granules when it does well. In fact, with adult dogs we can wait to practice these tricks a little before feeding them, when we know they are hungry. That will help us to be more attentive to the awards and to try more effort to do it well, enjoying each granulus that we give them as a reward. Puzzles If we go to an animal store we will see that there are several types of dog puzzles, very simple and similar to those made by very young children. They do not have to place hundreds of pieces, such as those of humans, but are simple challenges, but that are not always easy for dogs that have never had to solve one. Among them, The most typical is that of forms that have to fit in their place, taking them with their mouths and putting them in the right hole. Others bring a series of tapas that must open or slide and inside find food. We can buy a couple and leave them in order to see how they are doing, helping them the first times with the idea that they do not get tired if they fail to solve it at the beginning. Take objects on the flight One of the simplest dog intelligence games is to take objects on the flight, since we are worth a ball or even a stick. You will have to calculate the trajectory, know when to jump, synchronize the whole body with the moment of capturing the object and will also exercise, which comes very well in animals tending to obesity, as with the farmers. It is possible to complicate it a little more, and always practicing before with balls and sticks, buying a fresh, one of those flying albums with which we can make virguerías and our dog will have a lot of fun. Of course, here you have to know when you have to put an end to the game, because some dogs go crazy with these objects and never want to stop picking them into the air to take them to our feet.  In this way, it is best to establish a period, a few minutes, so that at the end we stop playing immediately. Other curiosities that may interest you: 16 quieter dog breeds How to teach your dog to become dead 10 best -known dog races What to do if my dog ​​eats very fast? Your dog's smell, its most outstanding feature

Let's see why the dog should not eat cat food. Who lives with a dog and cat often has a problem: convincing the dog not to eat cat's food. The problem is that, on average, the dog is more greed, the cat has a habit of eating little and often, and many times the food is in the container: the dog can find extra food and eat everything can. There are always dogs go to the cat's bowl for their food even if they are not full since they have a very developed sense of smell. If they have that habit they can end up eating twice their ration in many occasions. What happens to my dog? First we must understand that the cat is not a small dog: there are parameters in its physiology and anatomy that are completely different. This implies that nutritional requirements are different. What the owners do not always understand, in fact, sometimes they cannot even understand the fact that cats and dogs not only have different nutritional needs between them, but also have different nutritional needs with respect to human beings. This means that there is a reason why commercial and cats commercial diets have different formulations. All this means that the dog should not eat cat's food.  If the dog eats once a feed croquette for cats, nothing happens, as long as the dog in question has no allergic disease, skin diseases, the intestine and in particular of the pancreas. In this case, any food that is different from your feed for specific dogs can cause that the symptoms of these ailments appear. However, if every day the dog eats cat food, even a small amount, in the long run it becomes problematic. This is because I feed for cats has a greater amount of protein that I think for dogs, on the other hand, the cat is a carnivorous animal, while the dog is an omnivorous that tends to be carnivore. This greater charging of repeated protein throughout the days can cause problems in both the intestinal tract and above all, in the kidney. In addition to the fact that minerals and vitamins are formulated for the cat and therefore are not in line with the feed for dogs. To do? First, you have to teach the dog not to eat anything around and on the ground. This is a fundamental point in education that each owner must teach their dog: having a dog does not mean giving it only love, it means educating and giving love. If you cannot prevent the dog with the cat for the cat, you can try to feed them in separate rooms, but the problem here is that the cat likes to eat little and often of its bowl, so in fact, the problem would persist. The other alternative is to exploit the agility of the feline: place the container in a place superior to that which can easily access the cat, but cannot be reached by the dog. Other articles that can be of your interest: Carbohydrates in our dog's feeding Fish oil benefits for your dog 13 myths about your dog's nutrition Can dogs eat bread? What dog vegetables can my pet eat? Should I calculate my puppy?

It is very common to see puppies and adult dogs eat quickly, it seems natural in them and, although It is not the healthiest behavior, veterinarians and experts have not issued a very severe judgment regarding it. Recall that as animals, they were at some point wild, dogs had to fight for their survival, and thus be the most spoiled member of the family, for them survive continues to be a primary task. The puppies are often born as part of a herds and have to compete with the rest of their brothers to get the mother's milk and, later, to get the food they need to grow and be healthy. This of competing for food is also that, among carnivorous animals, Who eats the most is who survivesIt is also the one who has the greatest possibilities of reproducing.  Likewise We can associate it with sweet behavior, if the dog is eating to prevent others from also obtaining their part. Generally this behavior could also make him aggressive against people who approach him while eats. It is almost never related to a nutritional problem and, at first glance, it will not be able to seem a very serious inconvenience. However, there are several options that we can take and put into practice for prevent our puppies from eating excessively. How can we make them eat slower? Some dogs eat so fast that they don't even try the taste of their food. In addition to not enjoying it, these bad manners could cause other problems such as: vomiting, inflying with gases or can even be choked with so much food through their throat. There are some tricks that we can start up to Improve the eating behavior of our pet And you don't need to go too far to find the solution, with a little imagination you can appease that sweet behavior. Here are some tricks:  Exist Boles specially designed to prevent our pets from eating too fast. The way they work is based on the fact that they do not have a conventional form. This means that it is not the typical deep bowl, but rather like those special cups we carry for lunch, which have compartments. In this way, instead of having all the space to bury the head in food and devour it, the dog will have to strive to reach food between divisions. It is sought to realize the flavor you have and learn to enjoy it more. Not all pet stores have these Special containers so that your dog does not eat so fast. Let's say it is not something that many consider a problem. However, if you fail to get it, something that could also help you reduce the speed with which your puppy is a cookie mold, because they have several deposits so the dog will have to strive to get all the food. Another effective ways to Help your dog eat more calmly It is through games and activities. It is well known that dogs love to play, and many of them live for and for tricks and, of course, to share with their owner. If at home you have a garden or patio, a good option is to hide small amounts of food in strategic places so that the dog can look for food alone. This helping his sense of smell, his senses will develop more when training, will be exercised and receives rewards for his effort. Hiding small amounts of food We make sure that the dog does not eat everything in a single bite but, on the other hand, notice how rewards are receiving with each effort it makes. At the end of this, we can always consent even more with some of their favorite snacks, which will ensure that he feels even more confident and the next time he feeds him in this way he will do it automatically, because he already knows that his effort will be very well rewarded. Finally, if you do not represent a problem for everyone at home, they can take turns to feed the puppy several times a day, always in small portions every time. To take into account No matter how small or how insignificant a repetitive behavior may seem, there is always a place for doubts. How to know if this behavior is normal or harmful to our pet? It is best to keep us informed and take care of them in such a way that these behaviors do not have major consequences. In the case of dogs, it is well known that most of them eat excessively quickly. This type of behavior can have serious consequences for our pet, so it is best to put into practice the techniques you just learned so that your puppy can have some healthier eating habits That in the long run they help you stay fit and in good condition.  Our pets are the great spoiled of the family, they do not have a way of communicating in our language, but they communicate in many other ways. Pay attention to the signs that leave you either when eating, when sharing with the family or other animals and, in the day to day, your pet will give you signs of how it feels good or if it is not in the best of the state. Everything is a matter of paying attention and giving them the best care we have. Without forgetting visits to the veterinarian, if something worries you, however small. Check it with your veterinarian and surely this will give you the answers and tools to improve it. Check out these articles that may interest you: Why is my dog ​​afraid of other dogs? Dog smell Why my dog YeahGue everywhere? Tricks for your dog to eat How to educate a puppy 10 basic orders that every dog ​​should learn

The sociability It is one of the characteristic features of the canine species. In general, dogs are animated by sharing with their human family, with their similar and with other species. Even so, it is normal to run into domestic pets that express fear and insecurity in front of other dogs. Each dog has a different personality and behavior, appropriate to their customs, life history and even race. So, just as there are outgoing dogs, there are others more shy and withdrawn. How to interpret what my dog ​​expresses? Body language is the main tool you have at the time of Identify what your pet is feeling. The postures and movements, especially its tail and ears, in addition to the barking, grunts and vocalizations, are the way it has to express their emotions. Being aware of this set, it will be easier to act ideally to Help overcome fears.  Identifying body language The look: Since the dog's gaze appears vulnerable, taking care not to lose sight of the figure or situation that generates anguish and at the same time trying to look threatening. The ears: They are usually back in alert and glued to the head. The body: The contraction of the muscles and the backward shrink intends to show helplessness, also to remain paralyzed or use the human as a protection wall. The tail: The rear zone shrunk and the tail involved between the legs demonstrates nervousness and is a maneuver to protect your body. If your pet adopts some of these positions and attitudes in front of other dogs, keep in mind that your goal should not be to eliminate fear, understanding that it is a natural alert reaction to any situation that represents danger to it. Your work will be to make you progressively understand that you can relate to your environment without meaning a problem and that you will be to guarantee your well -being. Otherwise, Fear can become a phobia capable of causing greater damage. Causes of fear in dogs To determine what situations that involve other dogs generate uneasiness in your pet, pay attention and study their behavior. The factors that influence their way of establishing links with other canines are diverse.  Traumatic experiences: The fears of a dog, even towards others of its species, can be the product of strong or traumatic emotions of the past, especially of their first years of life. If your dog is adopted, ask his previous family details about his puppy stage. Any data per minimum that seems, is important. Even a game that has had with a larger and more energetic partner that would be abrupt, could have caused the damage. Poor socialization: The lack of contact with the outside world during the puppy stage, essentially between 2 and 4 months of age, harms the adult life of the dog. If it did not relate to other dogs, to children and adults; or with sounds, smells and public spaces, it will now be more complex. Genetic predisposition has an implicit quota, some dog breeds are "less social" or more solitary. Having been separated from his mother and brothers early, could also be harmful to the canine. Reinforced fear: Your behavior can also reinforce your fears. Although it seems cruel, avoid stroking, hugging or talking in a tone too soft when it is distressed in front of another four legs. In doing so you would be approving his behavior and telling him that he has to fear. That you do not know does not mean that you are indifferent to what you are expressing. What can I do to help you? Help your furry friend overcome their fears in front of other dogs It requires an action plan with clear strategies and an adaptation period. The effectiveness of the two elements will depend almost 90% of your dedication. The keywords are: patience, love and progressivity. When we talk about strategies we refer to the techniques used for canine training. You do not have to be an expert to apply them, but you must be consistent and follow them almost to the letter. Progressive desensitization: Despite sounding complicated, these are simple tasks such as walking with your pet in places that generally frequent and where they will face their fears. The goal is to share the same space of other dogs, maintaining a prudential distance that will gradually reduce. It is not about forcing him to socialize, but that he manages to tolerate the presence of another animal. It will not be a matter of an afternoon in the park, it will be training days. Another good exercise to get used to the presence of other dogs It is to keep it in the same atmosphere, separated from others by a door or glass window through which they can be seen and sniffed, but avoiding friction that can bother him.  If you have a herd, your support cane will be the canine with attitudes of leader (the present insecurity will then be its follower), but show the excitable and dominant dog that you are still the boss, in this way you will be claiming the territory of the insecure and you will do it strong. Do not push the shy, wait for him to contact. The same that applies in situations with unknown dogs with your pet. Positive reinforcement: Once you consider that your pet is already overcoming its greatest fear, being in the same environment with other animals, then applies the positive reinforcement. It is about rewarding it for what is considered good behavior, the incentive can be from a cookie to a toy. It must be taken into account ... It is important Respect your pet's learning process and adapt the techniques according to the answers you give. The love and patience will be the basis of a new and happy experience of your pet with others of its species. That said, if you do not feel sure to be able to execute these techniques without your dog running any risk, then it is best to resort to a professional. Find more information about pets in our blog: The smell of our dog: its most outstanding feature 5 Advantages of educating our dog with positive reinforcement. Agility: Sports and fun for dogs and their owners How to educate a puppy 6 tips to correctly walk your dog

He Sense of smell is the most developed in dogsIt is up to 10,000 times more sensitive than its sense of taste and much more acute than your vision. If we compare it with that of the human being, they leave us behind much. Dogs have between 200 and 300 million olfactory receptors, compared to the five million we can have. These receptors are distributed in their nose by covering the mucosa, which is extremely folded, thus increasing the receiving surface.   In addition, comparing ourselves based on the brain area dedicated to smell, in dogs it is 40 times greater than in humans. That great quality of our good hairy friends has been used to carry out different activities in which have a good smell To guide themselves. Importance of dog smell It is said that dogs "see" through their nose due to the sensitivity they have to distinguish smells. That sensitivity is given by the presence of an organ located in the nose, on the vomer bone, called Jacobson organ. This organ is present in many vertebrate animals, but in dogs their functioning is particularly important to allow them to extract smells from the air. The particles that make up the odors represent traces that can be followed by a dog even though they have been expelled some time ago.  Smells also help our good friends to orient and communicate. The great olfactory capacity they have It makes them develop an olfactory memory that allows them to remember objects, people, places and other animals for their smell, along with their vision. They would even find their owner in the middle of a stadium full of people just because of the unique olfactory trace they can capture! But not everything is pink for the smell of dogs. Due to their high sensitivity, there are some smells that can be unbearable. The smell of citrus fruits can cause them irritation in the airways, the vinegar, the spicy, the nail polish, the cleaning products, the sprays and even the perfumes can be unpleasant and even unbearable for the dogs. How does the smell of dogs help us? Hunting dogs Dogs have been, par excellence, our great classmates in various daily or sports activities, in which Its olfactory capacity is your best quality. Of course, one of the best known activities we do with dogs is hunting. And there are enormous differences between races and, even, between litters in terms of olfactory capacity. But not always a good olfactory capacity Indicates a good adventure partner. Also the disposition for the search for dams must complement the smell for the selection of the best copy to perform the work. The best valued dog breed for hunting, even a king, is the hound or Bloodhound. Many of its physical characteristics make this dog ideal for tracking: its fine smell in a nose with great open graves; its long ears, which allow to "collect" the smell of the ground and carry it up; and the fur of the neck and heads loose enough to catch and retain the smells. Shepherd dogs The shepherd dogs Of different types of herds are another of the examples of help in which they have accompanied us in our daily lives. Dogs use smell not only to recognize the members of the flock, but also to detect the presence of predators. Shepherd dogs are usually intelligent, agile animals, with great learning and resolving capacity unforeseen situations. The grazing dog par excellence is the Border Collie, which is almost "designed" for that work. It is an intelligent and agile dog, which requires being in constant movement in open spaces. Attentive and affectionate with its owner, he is always willing to do the work entrusted to him. Truffle dogs And as dogs can be trained to distinguish a particular characteristic smell, because they also help us improve our culinary art. Dogs can be trained to look for different types of mushrooms and fungi, in addition to the highly valued truffle. The calls truffle dogs They dedicate a lot of time to travel and smell a field in search of the smell that gives off a truffle that is underground. Once they find her, they begin to dig at the site until the owner arrives to harvest her. For the search for truffles, the wishes and also the Labrador Retriever have been traditionally used, but Any dog ​​can be trained for this activity. However, you must meet certain conditions to perform this type of work: have a good smell, of course; be very obedient and not clueless; Quiet, but in good physical form to spend many hours in the field sniffing and moving from one place to another. Police dogs and for search and rescue Its infallible smell is widely used for the detection of drugs and explosives. It is almost impossible to make fun of the olfactory capacity of a well -trained dog for these tasks. They can distinguish between a wide variety of drugs and even detect pickels of paper money. In addition, whenever a tragedy happens they are the first ones we see doing an almost frantic search to detect a trace of life. Its ability to distinguish a certain smell in the midst of many others has allowed them to be the great heroes in the rescue of people buried in an earthquake or kidnapping victims. The Golden Retriever, the German shepherd and the Belgian pastor are some of the most used races. Visit the next post of our blog to learn more about police dogs. Detecting diseases Recently studies have begun to see the form of Train the smell of dogs in disease detection. Positive results have been obtained detecting prostate cancer through the smell of patients urine. It has also worked with diabetic patients and it has been achieved that the dog is able to detect a hypoglycemic attack even before it becomes produced. You can also read about other races here: 5 Advantages of educating our dog with positive reinforcement Why does my dog ​​follow me everywhere? Tricks for your dog to eat What to do so that my dog ​​does not ask for food on the table? 10 basic orders that every dog ​​should learn

Dogs are the favorite pets of many people, they give us joy, love and company at any time. But when this new member arrives at the family and we want to share time with him, we cannot ignore his teaching, something that many times looks like a headache. Exist Multiple methods to train our pets, but very few offer good results, while considered with the well -being of the dog. From there, the positive reinforcement was born together with the use of the click. It is a canine teaching technique from the use of a button that issues a “click” to attract the attention of the dog at a given time, followed by an award after each behavior considered good or relevant.   The process takes some time, but it definitely brings excellent rewards. First of all you need to help your pet identify the meaning of the "click" and associate it with rewards. For this it is necessary to start with a click immediately of a reward. This is done a series of times until the dog associates the sound. From there, you should click every time we identify a positive action in the CAN, which he will interpret as his reward and begin the process of associating the actions with the click. The positive reinforcement even works when the dog is away from us, as long as he manages to listen to the sound of the click. Rewards or awards can be made based on sweets, favorite meals, walks, praise, caresses, games or any other activity that loves the canine. Use This training method with our dogs has excellent advantages that we will explain below. 1. will promote a special link with your pet What we seek most at the time of teaching our dogs is a method that includes not only learning, but also that it creates close ties of friendship between us, that we can teach without making us hate us or fear for the way this teaching is done.   The positive reinforcement is undoubtedly the one for this. Canines will be happy to access our requests and modify their behavior, improving, if that means unlimited cares and praise, sweets or great walks. In addition, it allows us to give all the love and attention that we want so much, being an excellent method that will lead to a closer and more special relationship with our best friends. 2. You don't need to be an expert to carry it out This teaching method can be performed by anyone, or not have enough experience to do so. It only requires a lot of patience and time availability, as well as apply it regularly, be consistent for the dog to modify its behavior. This is an excellent addition to avoid spending money on coaches, in whom we often do not trust and can bother our canines. 3. You can use it in different situations When we look for some learning methods, we must take into account what we want to teach and what is the regular behavior of our pet. The positive reinforcement can be used when we want to teach dogs from puppies and get used to following quite simple orders or standards, such as not urinating inside the home, do not bite furniture, wait at food time, among many others. In the same way, We can use it to teach simple or difficult tricks To adult dogs, it can even serve us for our older pets.   On the other hand, the different personalities of our canines do not always get along with some learning methods. Fid and punish a dog with aggressive or "overprotective personality" what he will increase this type of attitude towards us, even representing a danger. In the same way, when we have an scared dog, these methods will move him away from us and make him feel unhappy at home. This is something that does not happen with positive reinforcement, since It is a method focused on strengthening good actions, and not to punish the bad. The prizes for good actions will help the dog to modify their attitudes, identifying which are the owner and therefore generate reward. 4. Your dog will better understand what it should and should not do Shouting, scolding or hitting our pets does not leave a clear teaching that allows the dog to differentiate that it is fine or not, increasing the moments of stress and disasters. That is, if we want to teach you that you should not bite the furniture and we do it by scolding or sticking with newspapers, our dog can understand different things, such as: that it can do it but that it is wrong to do it in front of us. Therefore it is very common that, when leaving it alone and returning to the room, we find that he made a great disaster, resorting again to the screams and blows, creating a circle that will never come out.   By positive reinforcement Our dogs will learn little by little And in the best way, which is what they should do to be able to receive their favorite prize and stay happy by learning at the same time what they should avoid, when performing such behaviors, they will not receive any prize. 5. Positive reinforcement can be fun Both our pets and we can have fun moments in the positive reinforcement sessions. If we have small training sessions where we are rewarding our dogs every time they do a good action, they will end up identifying these sessions as moments of play. Therefore, they will be aware that they will arrive and want to repeat every time possible to be able to share with their owners and receive all the love of us.   Reading all the advantages we understand that our best friends will learn, they will be happy and have better health when we teach them with love, patience and a rewards system through Putting positive reinforcement. Without a doubt, it is the best learning method that we can use for any occasion, it will give us excellent results in a very short time, maintaining your freedom, trust and faithfulness. What do you expect to put into practice the positive reinforcement with your pet? Find more interesting articles about dogs in our blog: Why does my dog ​​follow me everywhere? What are the best dog awards? What to do so that my dog ​​does not ask for food on the table? How to educate a puppy 6 tips for walking your dog properly 10 basic orders that your dog must learn

Have you noticed that your dog follows you everywhere lately? Do you want to know why it does? Do you want to prevent that from happening? Dogs are not only very sociable animals, but also very loyal to those who consider their owners or part of their family, so if you perceive that it follows you everywhere, it can be because it sees you as a leader or simply because it wants to be by your side. This is not reason to worry. However, there are cases in which the excessive dependence of a dog towards his master can become a disease, to the point of causing anxiety in the animal for the mere fact of being alone at home. If you want to know the reasons why your dog follows you everywhere, we invite you to read the following article, where we will explain the reasons for this situation and recommend how to act before this fact. Pure canine love One of the main reasons why your dog follows you everywhere is because he loves you. Without a doubt, love is what moves the heart of these animals. So if you watch how you move to where you move, it can be because it loves being close to you, listening to your voice and feeling your caresses. Dogs are really intelligent and also have the ability to perceive when a person is good or has bad intentions, so if he follows you everywhere at home, it is because He loves being close to you And enjoy it, even if you are not doing anything special. Security If you notice that when you are on the street your dog follows you wherever you go, it is because your company provides security, especially in little known spaces. And inside the house it will not be different. Your pet will remain by your side, because in addition to enjoying your company, You make him feel safe and comfortable. That is why it will follow you through all corners of the house you go. Meal In addition to love and security, another aspect that moves canines is food. And, without a doubt, this is one of the most prominent reasons why a dog can constantly follow you. Enjoying the remains of meals that fall to the ground or that you can give it, makes dogs become your faithful followers. But be careful, not all foods that are ingested by humans can be supplied to pets but, in some cases, offer them a bit of what we eat (if the dog can eat it) it is not bad. And this makes your dog become your most faithful follower. What should I do so that my dog ​​does not follow me? Probably, in some cases it is uncomfortable for your dog to follow you everywhere and want to find a way of making it stop doing it. However, we should not think that this behavior is indicative of some disease or disorder. It simply means that your pet wants to spend with you most of the time. If it is because you enjoy your company, because you want to play or because you feel safe and comfortable, to follow you is not a problem. On the contrary, depriving your dog of these moments when he wants to be with you can cause depression or a feeling of loneliness that would end up transforming his character in a negative way or cause episodes of anxiety due to lack of attention. The appropriate thing in this situation is not to prevent your dog from following you, because the limitations you put to the animal could make you feel isolated or deprived of your love. The most recommended would be prevent this persecution from becoming a dependency. In this way, you will not have problems at the time you should stay at home. There are some ways in which you can train your dog to control that it follow you everywhere, let's see some of them: Training Teaching your dog basic orders, such as sitting or staying still, will help to stop following you at some point. That is why Training is considered a key element In the life of a dog. And for this case, very timely if you want to control that it follows your footprint at every place. In this aspect of training, positive reinforcement should not be forgotten. Forcing your dog inappropriate to stop following you can cause alterations in their behavior. Since this is not what you want, achieve through rewards and awards that addresses training will be more beneficial and productive for him and you. Reinforcement of its socialization You should never forget that The dog is a social animal, so it requires maintaining interaction with other animals and, in most cases, with its owners. Therefore, you should not deprive you of your company. However, it is important to keep it in constant socialization and that I can enjoy moments with you playing or simply being by your side. Another partner The presence of another animal could be an important element to reduce the fact that your dog follows you. These are accustomed to living in pack, and having another partner by his side, he could focus a little more about his attention than to follow you. How to know when this is a problem? In some cases, your dog follows you can become a non -beneficial situation. This, because by leaving it only for some reason, this could feel abandoned and initiate an anxiety episode. These cases can be identified since the dog adopts negative behavior in which it causes destruction inside the house, can defecate excessively and even presents itself sad or cries frequently. The best way to avoid these situations is with adequate training of the canine and promoting socialization, so that it can adapt to those small moments in which you should leave home and stay alone without feeling that you abandoned it. Other articles of interest: Best dog awards Tricks for your dog to eat What do I do so that my dog ​​does not ask for food on the table? 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Although it seems insignificant, one of the ways to reinforce good behavior and adequate habits in our dog is to grant him a reward every time he does an act correctly. Either a trick, a pirouet rewards or awards They should not wait. This, in addition to encouraging the dog to continue with these habits, is a sign of our love towards him, so it is of great importance to keep these details in mind. However, not everything we consider a "candy" or adequate reward for our prize is usually. For example, it is well known that canines cannot ingest the same foods as an adult, so rewarding some of our sweets can be harmful to their health. In view of this, we have developed this article with the purpose of identifying what are The best dog awards. In this way, we will make your training simpler and more satisfying for our pet and for ourselves. How to know which is the best? Like the training of a dog, finding an ideal candy for him is also not a simple task. There are currently a large number of sweets in the market that can be considered as an ideal reward during the practice of good habits in our pet. However, it is necessary to identify what our canine friend likes. In this way, this will feel greater motivation when carrying out the training practices, knowing that, if it does well, you will get an award that you will please. What should I consider when choosing a prize? The first thing that is necessary to consider when choosing a prize for our dog is that it is a specialized product for them. That is, it contains not only an exquisite flavor, but is processed with the nutrients and proteins that the dog needs. Thus, not only is he pleased, but also contributes favorably to his nutrition. Avoid obesity Within this, it is elementary to review the caloric and protein components that the Snacks commercials contain. Well, an excessive burden of them can lead to the dog suffering from obesity, a situation that is not desired at all. Control rewards Another elementary aspect in the supply of awards to our dog is to control the amount we give. A very effective trick, also recommended by veterinarians, is to complement the prizes with caresses and pleasant voice. In this way, the consumption of treats as a reward will be moderate. Seeks to keep interest The idea of reward the dog when you are training It is not only to contribute to your diet in a practical way, but also that it maintains interest in learning, because there will be a reward for it. What product should I choose? A common mistake is to reduce importance to the product that is selected to reward the canine during their training. This, even if it seems, can have negative consequences for your health. A low quality candy, or with little protein contribution, can generate obesity or intestinal allergies to the animal, causing diarrhea and other food diseases. Hence, the importance of making a thorough examination of the product we are thinking about. To a large extent, this will depend on the well -being of our dog and even its performance in training. There are currently physical shops and online stores where to buy food products for dogs is very simple. In most of them you will find a description of the same and the contributions they offer to the health of the dog. Some aspects that can be considered when choosing a product are: The dog's age: if it is an adult or puppy Size: either large or small To improve your fur Specialized: If the puppy presents health problems In addition, taking into account the nutrients, vitamins and cereals they have is another important point. Homemade Awards For those who do not finish convincing commercial products, having homemade prizes is a quite recommended option. And there are a lot of homemade foods that can be used as a reward for the dog during their training. Some of them are: Fruits and vegetables Carrots, pears, melon, watermelon and apples are the most common and of great nutritional contribution for a dog. Because of its high fiber content and an exquisite flavor they will leave our canine very pleased after training. Banana is also a good option. Like blackberries, strawberries and blueberries, who play a great role as antioxidants. Liver The liver is another quite favorable and also economical option. Cut it into small pieces or strips and then bake it without condiments or dressings, they will make the dog a great delicacy as a reward. Chicken, turkey or fish This is another good alternative to reward the arduous training of our dog. You just have to cook it a little and bone it, because cooked thorns or bones are not recommended due to the risk of storming the stomach and causing discomfort in canines. What should I not give? A fairly common question is what food we should avoid providing our dog as a prize or reward. The list is a bit extensive, however, we will mention some of the least indicated, such as chocolate. Coffee, milk, raw meat, raw egg, raisins, salt, alcohol, onion, tea ... among others. These foods are not recommended to give our puppies as candy or snacks, as they can cause side effects that affect the health and well -being of the dog. Avoid the consumption of the latter and properly choose the prize we will give to our pet During your learning you will ensure a very happy animal and a very profitable training. Other training articles that may interest you: Tricks for your dog to eat What to do so that my dog ​​does not ask for food on the table? Agility: Sports and Dog Fun How to educate a puppy 6 tips for walking your dog properly 10 basic orders that your dog should learn

That a dog does not want to eat feed can become a real problem for its owners, right? You know that your furry friend needs a balanced diet to grow strong and healthy. That is why you worry that the only reaction your dog has when you present a good ration of feed is to look sideways at his feeder without testing. In the end, you end up giving him something more succulent like a sweetness, I think wet or the leftovers of the table to prevent him from running out. But you know that this is how to malacostumbra and deprives you of a complete diet which increases the possibilities of developing obesity and other diseases (renal failure, hair loss, allergies ...). The good news is that they exist tricks to get your dog to eat and that you can start from today. Find them in this article. Why does my dog ​​not want to eat Before motivating your dog to eat, you must find out the reasons why you have lost your appetite or avoid this food. Disease If until now your dog ate dry feed normally and you have noticed lack of appetite suddenly with the consequent weight loss, there may be a health problem. In this case we recommend that you visit the veterinarian to rule out serious pathologies. Dental problems Check that you do not present dental problems such as broken or poor condition, inflamed gums or any other mouth injury that prevents your dog from eating normally. Recent vaccination Vaccines are essential for your pet's health and sometimes they entail mild side effects such as lack of appetite. In general, these symptoms disappear at 24 hours, although they can last longer. Trips, unknown environment or emotional problems Changes in daily routine affect dogs as well as humans. A housing transfer, a trip or a family breakdown are situations that can alter the appetite of the hairy and cause them to reject the feed that they ate normally. In these cases, be patient for the dog to recover its usual feeding routine. Behavioral problems Your dog may not want to eat, I think simply because it has become troopy and presents a behavior problem. Think that dogs respond to stimuli through learned behaviors. Your canine knows that, to get a more appetizing food, such as chucheías or homemade food, what you should do is not try the feed. If you give in these situations you are promoting that learned behavior of not eating, I think or eat it only if it is spiced with an extra that you like the most. I think quality Make sure he feed that you offer your canine is of quality, cover your nutritional needs and, of course, that it is in good condition. Check the expiration date of the product and verify that it does not give off bad smell or has a strange color. If you suspect that I think is not right, disreach it immediately. It is vital that the food you offer to your dog is safe, complete and nutritious for a healthy diet. Tricks for my dog ​​to eat If the loss of appetite is caused by a disease, the veterinarian will tell you how to proceed. But, if your dog does not want to eat, I think about a behavior problem, these are the tricks you can start to win the pulse. Change feed Something as simple as changing brands or choosing a feed of another flavor can help again awaken your dog's appetite. Find feed for top quality dogs that contains real meat as the main ingredient. It can be sheep meat, deer, chicken or duck. Also feed high in fish such as salmon or tuna are very beneficial and tasty. Make sure the feed does not contain coloring or artificial aromas to be as healthy as possible and do not cause intolerances (vomiting, diarrhea ...). If you just changed brand and you think this novelty is what has motivated your dog not to eat the feed you can facilitate the transition by mixing a small amount of the new feed with the old one. View gradually decreasing the proportion of old feed until it is completely replaced. In this way it will get used to the new flavor. Another trick is to add a small amount of warm water to the feed. When moisturizing it you will intensify the smell of food and this will encourage the dog to eat until it is used to its new food. Avoid giving leftovers to your dog If your dog is accustomed to the feeding of the tables from the table, it is normal for your palate to prefer those new flavors and reject your feed. However, humans implies risks to your dog because it is not balanced and can cause weight gain, loss of essential nutrients for their development and even poisoning. These are signs that your dog is not well fed. If you want to stop this misconduct You must stop giving him leftovers. It is normal for your dog to show signs of disgust when you refuse to give him what he asks. With this attitude, the canine expects you to give up. But you must stand firm. When the dog sees that the leftovers are prohibited and that I think is the only food, internalize the message and will have no choice but to eat it. For this strategy to work, it is essential that, if you live with more people, All family members understand that they should not offer any extra food like chucheías or leftovers. Otherwise, it will be more difficult to eradicate behavior. When you start this tactic Make sure your dog always has water at your disposal. Thus you make sure you will be hydrated, even if you refuse to eat I think for a few days. Modifies the food routine and respects the schedules Sometimes, Small changes in routine They can make your dog more willing to eat. Some of the keys you can start are to change the location or height of your feeder, replace the feeder itself with a different one or put part of the feed on the ground around the food plate to stimulate your smell. It is shown that having to use the nose to locate the food is satisfactory for the canine. Another trick for your dog to think that it is effective is offer a quiet place to eat only away from distractions or competition from other pets. You must Respect some food schedules. As a general rule, dogs usually make between two and three meals a day. Offer feed to your dog at each meal and retire it after 30 minutes. In addition, avoid offering sweets or any other food between hours. Thus, you will learn that there are certain moments of the day you should eat and will get used to schedules. Exercise your dog regularly Physical activity opens our appetite to anyone, right? The same happens to dogs. After activity and calorie burning, they are hungry. Can Play or take a walk with your dog before serving. Not only will you stimulate your appetite, but you will also be promoting a healthy, energetic and active lifestyle. You can even turn these walks or games into a routine to associate the exit with the subsequent moment of food. First of all, be very patient with your dog. Note it continuously to download signs of disease and stay firm, preventing foods that are not healthy for him. Time and discipline will allow you to change your pet's behavior Until the phrase "my dog ​​does not want to eat feed" is a thing of the past. Other articles about training that may interest you: What to do so that my dog ​​does not ask for food on the table? Agility: Sports and fun for dogs and their owners How to educate a puppy 6 tips for walking your dog properly 10 basic orders that all perrOr I should learn

To become volunteer To help animals, the most important thing is that you must be sure of feeling love for them. From that feeling, you can do anything to help those defenseless beings. If you do not have the possibility of having your own pet, you have the option of offering attention and affection for animals, in addition to enjoying their company, sharing with them moments that you will not forget, through volunteering in associations dedicated to their care. Work of animal protective associations We are wrong to think that only people need help. Because some animals also need attention and care. In fact, there are numerous associations that are dedicated to the well -being of animals, as well as to defend their rights. They deal with the sanitary conditions of animals, their vaccines and legal records in the name of the Protective Association. They are also dedicated to their education, training and rehabilitation, teaching them good behavior. And, its final goal is to find responsible people to adopt the pets they protect. In general, they are non -profit institutions and, obviously, these organizations need the help of volunteers to carry out their admirable work. Therefore, they offer different programs and activities that adapt to each one. For be a volunteer in a Animal Protective Association You do not need to be a title as a veterinarian, it is not indispensable experience in animal care. For most of these institutions it is enough to be of legal age and, of course, the most important thing: to love animals and have a real motivation, patience and responsibility to carry out this activity. Another very important aspect that is taken into account at the time of becoming a volunteer is to have sensitivity against abandonment and abuse towards animals. Tips to become a volunteer The first step to work as a volunteer is to choose the appropriate society with which you can collaborate in animal care. It is important that it works regularly complying with the necessary legal requirements. It must generate confidence, so we recommend that you report well before choosing it. Contacting the organization will help you to have more information and verify if you have the possibility of working with them. Once the organization is located, you must decide how you can participate and collaborate with the activities of the Animal protector. The options are varied, you can help financially, work directly in the place and even carry out any activity from your own home. Regardless of the way you choose to perform your volunteer, keep in mind that it is a responsibility that you are assuming, so you must show a commitment to the help you will provide and the activities you must do. As we have mentioned, it is usually not essential to have some kind of experience to perform a volunteer. At the time of aiming in the organization, the institution will be in charge of helping you in your training through courses provided by the community, talks of Information about the Animal protection and care, the performance of the protective institution and its objectives. The preparation courses are taught according to the selected task to perform in the center, as well as general knowledge about behavior therapies and monitoring visits once animals are given. Through this formation, the volunteer can more deeply understand the importance of what the commendable work carried out by the reception center can mean and, in this way, it can develop as well as possible in its collaborator role. Which greatly guarantees the main objective, which is the welfare of the adorable animals. It is necessary to remember and emphasize the importance of responsibility and commitment that each volunteer must assume at the time of making the decision to participate in this honorable activity. The correct functioning and success of the organization depends absolutely on the work done by the volunteers, therefore, to make their work possible, each one must seriously involve in the activities under their responsibility. ANIMAL PROTECTIVE ACTIVITIES An animal protective center always has a lot of activities to be carried out, let's look at some examples: Volunteer directly in the center: The shelter requires people who collaborate with cleaning and maintenance, who dedicate themselves to animals in regard to cleaning, walks and food. Transport work: Transport is also an important aspect, either for animal transfers to veterinary consultations, to transport items donated to the shelter or transport rescued animals. Therefore, volunteers are needed for both transport and rescuers. Animal adoptions And its follow -up: one of the functions of animal protection centers is to search and find interested in the adoption of a pet. Therefore, they need to have collaborators available to establish contact with possible candidates to know them and verify if the animal will be in good hands. On the other hand, after the adoption process, a monitoring must be carried out with the purpose of verifying the condition of the pet and helping people with any questions or inconvenience to be presented to them. Contact and control can be given by telephone, email and visits. Dissemination in the media: Disseminate through the different means available the important function of the organization and send the work and needs of the protector as possible. Editorial material creation: The center needs personnel responsible for preparing photographic material of the animals, writing articles and stories about them and preparing designs for events, workshops or courses that are carried out. Public Relations Management: For the association to be announced and have the possibility of requesting the collaboration of veterinary clinics, animal stores, companies or other foundations to raise funds that help cover the expenses generated from the shelter, they must have people who are responsible for managing public relations. These people must also be responsible for making known to the animals under their care. To conclude As you can see, being volunteer in an animal shelter is not an easy task, but it is very comforting for those who feel devotion to our hairy friends. Think well if you want to dedicate yourself to this and then carefully investigate the shelter you choose before registering in the association, you can ask for information from the protector herself online or visiting her facilities, so you can see how animals live there. You can read more tips about dogs here: What is Agility? How to educate a puppy 10 basic orders that every dog ​​should learn

The arrival of a puppy home is a moment of great joy, but it must be remembered that this new accurate member of care and, surely, will change the routine of the whole family. That is why in this post we will tell you How to educate a puppy. Therefore, before adopting or buying one, you must be sure of your choice and, if you had any questions, consult a veterinarian or a training to guide you. If you don't have time or patience to educate a puppy, you just don't adopt one. They demand close attention, because they are in an exploratory phase and, they fight for their place within the hierarchy of their family. Adult dogs learn what their place is quickly and are calmer. From the 50 days of life, Puppies can already be trained And although they learn at any age, start training as soon as possible can avoid future behavioral problems. Soon your puppy will know what you expect from him and avoid certain unwanted hobbies. The secret is to educate a puppy. How to educate a puppy to do their needs where you want? You never added to your puppy, even if you have done your needs in the wrong place. To avoid doing this, simply, place coins or nails in a can and when you see it that you are about to do your needs where you should not, scare yourself and make noise to be scared. When you try to do them again in that place, you will remember the scare that has been stuck and look for another more convenient place. Take a newspaper paper, collect the waste and place them where you want me to do them from then on. Clean the floor with a product that eliminates the smell. Attention!: Do not clean in front of him, since that will make him drink his urine or eat his feces to imitate you. How to do to stop biting furniture? After the birth of the puppy, when he is still perceiving the world around him, the only thing that steals peace is appetite, which is only satiated for a breast full of milk. The days pass and this sequence is repeated for a while: appetite> Anxiety> Milk> Paz. His mother's bosom becomes an antidote for anxiety. Since then, The puppy learns To use your mouth as an exhaust valve for that condition caused by insecurity, conflict or frustration. The same goes for humans, because it is common to use the mouth to relieve this disorder: pacifier, cigarette, drink, food, bite nails, and so on. When the human family replaces the canine from where the puppy came out, he will have to put new rules. To do this, we will have to show you what are the exhaust valves for anxiety, which will be accepted from that moment in which the new home steps. Follow these Tips for educating a puppy and avoid biting furniture and other objects To educate a puppy, prevention is the best remedy. Remove the small objects of the puppy's reach, in the same way you would do with a child. Cover the plugs, put high remedies and cleaning products and blocks the drawers. Protect the corners of the furniture and the legs of the chairs and tables of the small teeth of your puppy. To do this, you will have to go through them a repellent of bitter taste, which they usually sell in the Dog product stores, to prevent the puppy from biting the furniture. Use these repellent daily. Leave a toy that can bite To relieve your anxiety. Puppies, like children, change their teeth and need to bite something to relieve the pain they feel. If you saw your puppy, bite a furniture or object call your attention and put a toy to bite at your feet. Take it for a walk daily, at least three times a day to prevent anxiety from accumulating and reduces the habit of biting. How to educate a puppy not to eat the plants? As curious who are It is important to educate a puppy so that the plants do not eat, because many of them can be toxic. If you have indoor plants that are within your reach, it is best to put them on top of a furniture or a shelf so that you do not have access to them. You will also have to educate a puppy to know that plants are not their toys. Every time you buy a plant, let it smell it and then sprinkle it with vinegar or lemon diluted in water (three parts of water on a part of the sum of lemon or apple vinegar). In doing so, the puppy will understand that he should not approach her. How to avoid growing while eating? Do not let you grow up to you or other people and dogs when it eats, but can become aggressive for food. If you threaten to growl, take meals (without scolding or saying anything, just ignoring it) and offer it at another time. When you have a good behavior, give it a bite or make a pamper. How to educate a puppy to sleep alone? If your dog has or bricks at night and requires your company, it is because he has been separated from his mother and his brothers and is not accustomed to sleeping alone. Given this situation, you do not yell at him, but rather ignore it to understand that the basket is his bed and that at night he must sleep, since if he receives attention, he will get used to waking up at night. In addition, it is good that you get used to being independent and not being all day in the arms of its owners. Although the transition period is a bit annoying and during the first week it will howl, it will scratch the door and bark at night, you should not take it to bed. If you don't want adult to get on the bed or the couch, then do not allow it to do it as a puppy. But, you will have to destroy a behavior that you threw. Educating a puppy can be difficult During the first weeks, so I advise you to notify your neighbors that you have added a new member of your family and that you need to be patient if they hear it howling or barking. The first walk Trainers and animal behavior specialists recommend introducing the street to the very early puppy, that is, from two months of age. However, until not receiving all vaccines, the puppy should not step on the street or have direct contact with other animals that circulate through it. Before taking the puppy to walk, make him accompany you in the car to familiarize himself with the sounds of the street. That will avoid behavioral problems. Whenever the puppy is exposed to something different, he will have to receive snacks and affection to remain calm. Do not reward it if it is aggressive or anxious. Buy a 1.15m or 1.80 m belt maximum and a nylon or cotton necklace according to the puppy size to take it for a walk. In the first times, It is normal for the puppy to make attempts to throw of the belt. At that time, he diverts his attention by showing him a toy or bite and give it to him when you have put the belt and necklace. Take it for a walk inside the house for 5 to 15 minutes and reward it with your favorite bite if you walk without pulling or biting the belt. You never drag it or throw it away. At the end of the session, take the belt and guide it. Once you have achieved educate a puppy to walk With the strap Without giving pulls or bites, keep the training and wait at the end of vaccination to take it walking down the street. Small dogs have a lot of energy and need activities to spend it. How to educate a puppy to sociabilize? Sociabilization is the most important part in Puppy development. Therefore, it is essential to educate a puppy to be sociable, since if it does not sociabilize it can become an adult who does not know how to interact with other people, places and animals. Some dogs can be super anxious with the presence of people or other pets, while others remain distracted, scared and insecure. Contrary to what many people believe, sociabilization is not simply to take the puppy to a park, place a strap and let it play with the other puppies. It is necessary to have good experiences with all those new things. Sociabilization must be carried out until the year and a half, and not only with other dogs, but also with other species such as birds, cats, horses and also with us, humans. Have good experiences and sociabilize with the maximum possible people, since you need to meet new people, new dogs and new places. It is also important to educate a puppy to know that there will be dogs and people who do not want to interact with him as you will not want to be greeted by all the people you find in the street. It simply remains in the same atmosphere as those dogs and make a positive association, training, playing or doing something that amazes your puppy. You can consult the behavior of puppies from other races such as Berna Boyero or the Tibetan mastin In our blog. Educate a puppy with basic commands Teach him commands as if sitting, still, let's walk, let yourself be released, release and come. In addition to increasing the connection between you, Educate a puppy with these commands will be super useful For your routine. For example, that it feels to place the belt, to go to bed when you need to brush your hair, stay still when you open the door, come when you need it to do something or go somewhere, let the toys release or something you have grabbed and do not want to return, etc. How to educate a puppy: teach him to live together Although They are super beautiful and mischievous, it is essential to educate a puppy to learn to live with us. Logically, Learn will take your time, but with patience the coexistence will be perfect. When the puppy bark inside the house, do not caress or laugh, simply say "no" or "shhh" so that he knows that he should not do it inside the house. When you are eating, Avoid giving it part of your food, since it is not healthy for your puppy and, in addition, you will get used to being by your side when you eat, waiting for you to fall a piece of food or to you give you one. If you don't, you probably start crying and put a sad face to convince you. Do not make the mistake of giving you your food, because he already has his. If you want to play at a time when you cannot spend time, you must understand that you as a alpha male will give you the Ok To play when you can. This does not mean that if you come with a toy you should not sit down with him, because you can do it whenever you want. Finally, Remember that puppies are puppies, and they will always want to play and discover the world. So do not waste your time to educate a puppy at all costs. Let it grow, but mark your rules. As I commented at the beginning of the post, from 50 days of life you can start educating a puppy, but, ideal, it has a few months to do it. Enjoy every moment with him, Give him a lot of love and make him back up whenever he does something well. When you do something wrong, send it to a simple and firm "no" so that you do not do it again. Be responsible and do not forget that beyond educating a puppy, you will have to give the necessary vaccines so that it grows healthy and strong. Take it to the veterinarian before any symptom that you consider abnormal, because as curious they are, they usually bite everything that puts on their way and can decompose if it bites or eat something toxic. A Good education, an adequate food, a little exercise every day and a lot of love is what a puppy needs to be happy. Never blow or mistreat your dog, since it has a lot of memory and will remember it forever. In addition, you can cause fears and traumas that will lead to the rest of your life. Having a puppy is not simply having a pet, but enlarging the family. A dog is like a child, so You must always take care of it and accompany it. Other articles that may interest you: What to do if my dog ​​eats very fast? Why is my dog ​​afraid of other dogs? 6 tips for walking your dog properly Anxious dogs with food: 10 tips for your education Your dog's smell.  

One of the most common behaviors of our hairy friends is to bite things, especially when they are puppies. In their early years they feel the need to bite, due to the outbreak of your teeth. But also, there is the case that dogs begin to bite some things, as a sample of protest for something that bothers them, for example, when they leave them alone at home. In addition, puppies stimulate the sense of touch through mouth And, they also do it by boredom or hyperactivity. In any case, you have to educate them to learn that this should not be done according to what situations. To do this, there are a wide variety of products designed for dogs to bite. From toys that relieve the discomfort of gums to sprinklers with bitter flavors to apply in furniture, shoes or anything they like to bite. What to do if your dog bites everything? If your pet has the bad habit of biting everything, first of all you must find out the cause generated by that behavior. Once you know the reasons that induce him to nibble, you must locate the solution to the problem. Cause: Change of dentition In the event that you have a biting puppy, you may seek to relieve the pain and discomfort that is causing you Change of dentition. Solution Therefore, you must acquire some kind of special toy so that you can mitigate your ailment. In the market there is a wide variety of this type of toys. However, if you do not have the possibility of acquiring toys, you can go to homemade solutions, such as preparing a Ice pole With water and something you like to eat the puppy. On the one hand, ice relieves inflammation and pain and, on the other, he will feel happy to discover the prize in the ice cream. The dog's toys must be exclusive to him, and you should prevent them from having similar objects that you don't want me to bite. In addition, it is important that he feels that his belongings are exclusive and respected, in this way you can teach him to respect what does not belong to him. Cause: Anxiety Another of the reasons why dogs bite things is for anxiety. If this is the situation, you must verify that it is causing you stress and look for a solution to the problem. Solution Normally dogs stress if they remain alone, therefore, you must make you understand that there are schedules in which you must remain at home alone. Try to leave it relaxed and tiredIn this way he will not try to damage the things of the house. To do this, before leaving you can take him to take a walk, run with him, train him a little so that he has mental activity or let it explore the environment. In this way it will be a bit tired and will not need to vent any anxiety. You can also leave you with an interactive toy. Other solutions if the habit is strong If the habit of biting The furniture or accessories of the house, you can place some unpleasant substance, so that when you bite a bad experience and do not do it again. In the market they are for sale sprays for this purpose, or you can opt for homemade solutions, such as lemon. Another way to prevent your furry friend from bite what he should not exchange the undue object for one of his toys, in this way he will learn that he can bite and not. Whatever the case, you must be aware that to educate a dog, a lot is required patience and firmness. On the other hand, if the family is constituted by several members, all must participate consistently in the Education and training of the dog. The standards They are enforced by everyone who is in contact with the dog. What to do to stimulate dog's biting behavior? As explained in specialists in the field of Behavior, education and training of dogs, there are certain things and methods that should not be applied with dogs, to avoid unwanted attitudes by our beloved companions: You shouldn't give you things your dog shouldn't bite to play. For example, old shoes, socks or children's toys, since the puppy does not know how to distinguish if they are new or old things and at any time you can bite something that looks like it. Another important aspect is to prevent the dog from biteing your hands, this stimulates its need to bite more, and also creates confusion regarding who is the leader, which can generate disobedience. Because of being a sweet and beautiful puppy, you should not let him do whatever he wants. Since childhood you must teach you standards, because if you do not, the animal will grow with bad habits that will be very difficult to correct when it is already a big dog. You must be careful with the type of games you share with the dog, for example, "pull and loosen" is not a good idea of ​​entertainment since it stimulates its behavior of "compulsive biting", in addition to becoming a bad form of competition for the animal, inducing it to growl if the opposite is taken. Under no circumstances should you go to physical violence, because these behaviors can bring negative consequences in the animal, from creating fears and insecurity to lose confidence in its owner. Some important tips If your dog is no longer a puppy and again takes the bad habit of biting everything, it may be for boredom. In this case, it may not be spending enough energy, which can generate anxiety. To improve the situation, you must be consistent in the Walk schedules, time must be longer and be careful with Hours of your meals. You can also stimulate your mind, practicing exercises such as teaching him to look for his food, his belt and his toys. Leave them in accessible places and that are not dangerous for the dog. Finally, if you do not make the dog leave the habit of biting everything, you can go to a specialist Help him calm his anxiety. And, don't forget that you should always give love, pampering and attention to your dear friend. You can also consult: Welfare in dog food. When my dog ​​eats the cat's food The dandruff in dogs How to prevent it? Toxic foods for dogs How to change our dog's feed.

If your dog is anxious with food, possibly because there is something that you are not doing the most appropriate way for your needs and nature. Here we offer you 10 tips To discover what the problem can be, or better yet, to prevent it and thus save a good dose of stress, both your pet and yourself. Identifying anxiety First of all you should know how to detect anxiety indications In your pet, which will begin with observation. If you notice nervous, barking in excess, repeating various behavior patterns, if it gasps, trembles or destroys what can in its path, they can be signs of anxiety. It is also important to be attentive to other possible symptoms such as hair loss. It will be very useful to keep a record of the context where these periods of anxiety occur, to corroborate or rule out their relationship with food. Define your food place If you notice signs that anxiety is due to food, or, you seek to prevent your pet from developing this type of problem, the first thing you should do will be Define your own space to eat. And we are not talking about your dish or bowl, but about your house where you will be ingesting your food. It seeks to be a quiet place, that is not a passage zone like a hall and that it can be calm to enjoy its ration of food without alterations. Control the amount Remember that due to the wild genetic heritage of dogs, They have the ability to eat more food than they really need At the moment, to maintain fat reserves for times of shortage. For this reason your dog could easily eat huge amounts of food, although this does not mean that it is hungry. For this reason, it is important to take care of - with an advice of a veterinarian - the ration of food appropriate for race, sex and age. Quality is essential If you feed your dog with a poor quality, it is likely that your pet can try to eat in excess, seeking to meet the energy needs that food is not providing. This complicates things, because it also increases the proportion of cereals and other filling substances, which can cause a wide variety of conditions. In this sense, a I think quality certificate like those of blue wolf, will allow to offer a more precise contribution, which can cover all the nutritional needs of your pet, from the main component for its development: meat; And in addition, in this case with the advantage of generating a valuable contribution of essential minerals and vitamins for its development. Take care of the times Not only the place and quality tell, to avoid anxiety it is also essential to define Specific schedules For food, because in this way your pet will not suffer from the intrigue of not being clear at what time the food will arrive. Nor do you have to be too cruel and offer only an abundant take -old; Depending on your race, it will be best to define 2 or 3 food shots, although it is important to set limits for these times to be respected. For this reason, it will result from great help to reduce the probabilities of anxiety, withdraw your dish finished the deadline for your diet, since it is not recommended to leave you food available to free demand, except in some cases of disease. Stop it from the table If at the time of sitting to eat, you also throw a bone or snack, you will begin to encourage the bad habit of approaching your table, to see what food can get your best face. It is also very important to have the knowledge that food, apart from the specific feed, can ingest dogs, since there are some that under no circumstances should eat by being toxic to the species. Perhaps it may seem a bit cruel, although if you are interested in avoiding anxiety in your pet, as well as the multiple harmful effects that this causes on your health, it is best to define limits and avoid this type of problem. In this sense, it is also important to remember that dogs are animals with a highly developed smell, and of course fans of the flesh, so it will also be useful to try to avoid as far as possible that this type of “attractions” remain present around them, which can encourage anxiety. Not on the street If your dog goes out, it will be best to teach him not to eat anything that he finds along the way, nor walking on the trash. If you do, you will not only be generating an anxiety for the concern of what can eat this time, but you will also cause multiple digestive risks. You may be interested in reading more about the digestion of dogs in this article. More than one dog at home If you have several pets at home, you must also have considerations in your diet to avoid anxiety problems. By nature, dogs are capable of Learn and respect hierarchies, where the highest level eats first and so on according to the hierarchical order. You can try this at home, although it is actually more difficult to define than in wild conditions; For this reason you can be enough for you to grant you to each dog their time and space, so that they can devote themselves to their food without major hurry or worries. Deworming Various kinds of parasites also become a factor to destabilize food because they can consume a significant proportion of nutrients, which you will hardly notice with the naked eye. In this sense, it will be useful periodic deworming, although these should not be only internal but also external. Revision Finally, do not forget to also carry out a periodic review in the veterinarian, At least once a year. In this way you can carry better control that allows you to ensure good development for your pet. The definition and discipline of eating habits are essential to avoid anxiety in dogs, although in the same way It has a capital influence the use of quality feed such as those of blue wolf, Premium alternatives scientifically designed to optimally cover their nutritional needs, from fresh, quality foods, which are even suitable for humans. Although of course, as a whole, they are specially designed for the specific needs of dogs. Faced with any suspicion or concern, do not hesitate to consult with your veterinarian and thus draw together a route that allows you to keep your pet's physical and mental health in good condition. Other training rabbits: 6 tips for walking your dog properly 10 basic orders that every dog ​​should learn How to educate a puppy My dog ​​bites everything, what can I do to avoid it?  

Go to walk with your dog It can be fun or become complicated, everything depends on the education you are giving to your pet. Most dogs get anxious at the time of leaving, so communication between them is important: it must be trustworthy and with firm words when you indicate the rules. It is important to walk your pet, so you will have a healthy life and you will feel happy every time you do it. To learn how to walk your dog correctly follow the following tips Care It is not advisable to walk it before three months of age, vaccines are of vital importance to protect it from latent diseases in the street. When he is still a puppy and you will walk it for the first time, Try to take it to a safe place To avoid falls. Areas with stool and urine from other pets could be harmful to their health. Do not expose it to the sun directly and try to be for a short time. Protégello del Cold and moisture, that kind of environment could cold. Training Teach him from puppy to leave the strap on. It should not be anxious when you place it, Wait for it to calm down to get out. When your four -leg friend is bigger, You will know that it is time to walk just showing the belt. Do not allow it to be impatient. If he does, he returns inside, wait a moment and try again, Remember that you must get out of home first. Show him that It is you who rules, you should always go in front of him, in this way he will see you how the leader of the pack. He marker device It is an option to train the dog to walk. With the sound you emit in the form of "click", you will be indicated when the orders is fulfilling and then it will be rewarded with a cookie of your preference. Equipment Acquire the Equipment more according to your weight and age, so that he feels comfortable and safe and not uncomfortable during the walk. Trust the Recommendations that the veterinarian can give you, He can help you choose the most indicated for your pet. Necklaces: In the market there are a wide variety of collars models with carvings, brands and colors available. Here are some necklaces options: Standard: Perfect For puppies. Traditional: (with buckle and hook) is the most indicated For quiet pets. Collar: Ideal For dogs that are distracted easily because they help you maintain control. Harness: there is various types of harnesses, among them we find: Antitiro: Designed for Train to walk Without throwing of the belt Easy Walk: When the dog pulls the rope, this makes a slight pressure On the front legs without drowning it, but it can cause damage to constant rubbing in the upper part of the front legs Sense-est: Equal structure as the Easy Walk but Exert less pressure to the dog due to its wider strips Merhi-Long: More comfortable for the dog for possessing a Padded system In chest, neck and cross area. It is used for large dogs and developed muscles Walk: Perfectly grab the front leg area and chest Pack Leader style: Only For dogs that are very active And they like to pull a lot. Choose at all times the short straps, this detail will help you have a better control in case your pet wants to pounce on another dog, some child or adult. Quality time Dedicate quality time to your pet, finishing the walk they can play by racing, catching the ball or a flying disc. Take the belt and let it be the one who walks, let it enjoy the walk and mark its territory, smell everything in its path and know new spaces. Teach other orders, tricks and take the opportunity to reinforce what has been learned. Socialize Allows that socialize with other dogs and explore nature and its surroundings. Enjoy that you play with other pets, to run and share with other people. Supervises the attitude of your pet and that of the other dogs. If any of them behaves aggressively, gradually retire from them keeping your dog well fastened with the belt. If having contact with other people bothers you, also retire and heat it without raising your voice. Rewards Reward your pet With cookies, your favorite food or giving you a toy. After a walk where they both enjoyed, It is good that you tell him how well he behaved and thank him for being an excellent companion. Show him how much you want it: caress it and give him many hugs. Recommendations Choose a fixed hour for your pet to do your needs, will get used to the schedule and avoid getting the house dirty. Remember to always carry with you plastic bags to collect the waste. At the time of the long walk or the walk, remember to carry water to keep them hydrated both. Make sure the dog feels comfortable with the necklace and is not hurting. Interrupt the walk if the dog wants to take you pulling. Do not expose your pet at high temperatures To go for a walk or do your needs. Early in the morning or late at night are the most recommended hours for them. Remember to pause during the walk so that your pet rests or tracks. Your dog should go by your side or behind you during the tour, You are the one who controls the walk. Being at home, Your dog should wait for you to remove the strap in a calm way. You keep leading at home, don't forget. Back home, brush your dog's fur to clean it, give water and feed it to rest. It is time to walk your dog and enjoy the trip. Physical activity will contribute to both of you staying in shape. Your reward will be a relaxed and happy pet. More curiosities about dogs: 10 basic orders that every dog ​​should learn. How to educate a puppy. Why is my dog ​​afraid of other dogs? Why does my dog ​​follow me everywhere?