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100 Ways to Extend Your Dog’s Life (& more!)

admin — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 22:03:55 +0000

For those of you lucky enough to be K9 Magazine Premier members, here's what you've got to look forward to in the next issue (no 49) of K9 Magazine (and for those of you who haven't yet seen the light…go here, sign up and enjoy the full benefits for a special price!)

Spot The Symptoms of Canine Cushing's Disease
Puppy Paper Training: An Introduction
Older Dog Care
K9 Health: Skin Problems in Dogs
Dog Spaying & Neutering: A Surgical Guide
How to Dog Proof Your Home
Can Dogs Get Fleas in Winter?
Is Your Vet Ripping You Off?
Dog Cold Weather Care Tips
K9 Kitchen: Healthy Homemade Dog Treats (Part III)
Tellington Touch For Dogs (special members-only report)
100 Ways to Extend Your Dog's Life (you can buy this book for £14.99 – or get it for FREE as a K9 Magazine member)

K9 Magazine Premier members receive a FREE eBook and a special canine report every month, along with a whole host of additional member benefits as well as K9 Magazine delivered monthly.

Spot The Signs of Canine Diabetes, Save Your Dog’s Life

admin — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 21:27:51 +0000

If you have a dog that suddenly develops a higher than normal thirst level or urination, it's important to keep a close eye for signs of diabetes.

Many people are unaware that diabetes in dogs is a serious and potentially fatal disease, but it can be prevented if the symptoms are recognised early.

Excessive drinking and urination are two of the first signs to be aware of.

Even the colour of the dog's urine can offer a tell tale sign as a symptom of diabetes mellitus and canine diabetes insipidus.

Sudden urination in the house should be referred to a vet for closer inspection.

Diabetes can be more common in older dogs and often this new habit of suddenly urinating in the house can lead owners to mistakenly believe the dog is simply showing signs of old age.

In actual fact, the onset of urination in the house can be a result of the dog drinking more, which in turn can be a symptom of canine diabetes itself.

Dogs suffering with diabetes can be prone to becoming dehydrated, particularly in hot weather.

Spotting The Symptoms of Diabetes in Dogs:

- Sudden weight gain
- Sudden excessive thirst
- Increase in panting and wanting to go outside to urinate

These three common diabetes pointers can be harmless, symptoms of nothing more than ageing. But if it is an early pre-curson to diabetes, spotting it early and getting it treated can very well save your dog's life.

K9 Magazine's Ryan O'Meara:

"Diabetes is killing more dogs than it should. Knowing how to spot the signs and working to ensure your dog's diet and weight are properly matched to their age, breed and lifestyle is something well worth talking to your vet about."

– Article distributed by petbuzz :: social media for pet brands.

What’s Inside K9 Magazine Issue 47?

admin — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 09:03:17 +0000

Inside K9 Magazine issue 47 we've got a veritable treasure trove of useful articles and information.

Take a look….

Night time dog walking safety tips
http://www.k9magazine.com/k9-insider-september/

Our pick of the best dog collars for 2011
http://www.k9magazine.com/best-dog-collars/

How to teach the recall using a whistle – K9 Magazine's Ryan O'Meara tells us how to teach a dog to recall using the whistle
http://www.k9magazine.com/dog-whistle-training/

Dog personality test: how well do you REALLY know your dog?
http://www.k9magazine.com/dog-personality-test/

Why our friend the dog is the world's greatest salesman
http://www.k9magazine.com/dogs-in-advertising/

How much you should you be feeding your dog?
http://www.k9magazine.com/how-much-should-i-be-feeding-my-dog/

K9 Kitchen: Make your own healthy homemade dog treats
http://www.k9magazine.com/homemade-dog-treats-part-ii/

I find dead people
We spend a day with a cadaver dog handler

Think Like a Dog, Win at Life Says New Book

admin — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 00:48:32 +0000

Ryan O'Meara, dog trainer and publisher of K9 Magazine claims in his new book 'Clever Dog: Life Lessons From Man's Best Friend' that thinking like a dog can improve our happiness, prosperity, friendships and decision making abilities.

In arguably the greatest self-help book of all time written by the man who literally wrote the book on how to get more from life, relationships and careers, Dale Carnegie's 'How to Win Friends and Influence People' tantalisingly revealed a life lesson that deserves the attention of a more comprehensive study.

Carnegie's seminal work named the dog as "the greatest winner of friends the world has ever known".

Source: DogMagazine.net – the K9 Magazine blog

Think Like a Dog, Win at Life Says New Book

Talking Point: Is Tail Docking of Dogs Cruel?

admin — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 00:48:32 +0000

Dogs with docked tails are significantly less likely to sustain tail injuries, finds research published in this week’s Veterinary Record. But the overall level of tail injuries is very low, say the authors of the study, which is based on more than 138,000 dogs seen at 52 veterinary practices across Britain between March 2008 and March 2009.

The practice of tail docking to remove most of the tail to prevent this type of injury in dogs was banned in Britain in 2007, although some exemptions apply for specific breeds of working dog.

Source: DogMagazine.net – the K9 Magazine blog

Talking Point: Is Tail Docking of Dogs Cruel?

Can Dogs Detect an Impending Human Suicide?

admin — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 00:48:30 +0000

I still live in complete wonderment about the capabilities and ‘magic’ of our friend, the dog. I recently gave a speech to a conference where I over-ran my time allocation by 20 minutes because I simply can not speak about dogs without getting excited, amazed and awe-struck – not about all the things we already know they CAN do, but about all the things we are yet to DISCOVER they are able to do. So I wonder, can dogs detect (and even prevent) an impending human suicide?

Source: DogMagazine.net – the K9 Magazine blog

Can Dogs Detect an Impending Human Suicide?

Dogs: The Most Reliable Police Snouts In History

admin — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 00:48:29 +0000

How Well Do You Know Your Dog’s Nose?

Cases of arson, murder, ritual killings, kidnappings, drug smuggling and even fraud would to this day be unsolved had it not been for the assistance of the canine and his nose. The world over, law enforcement agencies are relying on their dogs to find that elusive spot of blood or trace of petrol in order to seal a conviction. Here, K9 Magazine takes a look at some of the most remarkable cases and the canines that solved them.

Source: DogMagazine.net – the K9 Magazine blog

Dogs: The Most Reliable Police Snouts In History

How Can I Get My Dog To Stop Jumping The Fence?

admin — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 12:48:25 +0000

A dog who is prepared, willing and able to jump a fence poses a real problem for us owners.

The thought of losing our dog this way or of our dog going on to do something that could cause problems, harm or upset for our neighbours or the general public could land us in hot water legally.

As one of the questions we've recently received from a K9 Magazine reader, we wanted to direct you to this excellent resource (How to dog proof your garden).

There is a two fold approach to curing the problem of the dog jumping the fence:

1. Behaviour modification – it's imperative to take this behaviour very, very seriously and to convey to the dog that jumping the fence (which is something many dogs will find to be a totally natural behaviour as they seek to explore what they consider to be THEIR environment – dogs do not understand boundaries as defined by the local authority housing planners!)

2. Make your home and garden as dog proof as you possibly can. Be prepared to make boundaries higher. Assume the unexpected (dogs can be very determined, particularly if frightened or stimulated).

Have a read of http://www.dogtips.co/dog-proof-home/ for the in depth guide.

How to stop your dog jumping the fence is not something you want to be searching for when it might be too late! Shutting the door before the horse has bolted is as good an analogy as any in this situation.

K9 Magazine Report: Why Do Dogs Eat Poop?

admin — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 15:29:37 +0000

Ever wondered why dogs eat poop?

Perhaps you're the owner of a mucky pup who engages in this ever so unpleasant canine party trick?

Never fear. K9 Magazine has put together a special report containing the advice from three dog specialists on the habit known as canine coprophagia.

http://www.k9magazine.com/why-do-dogs-eat-poop/

In the report you will find out:

Why dogs eat poop
How to stop dogs eating poop
The very serious health risks when dogs eat poop
The methods you need to know to prevent your dog from eating poop

Ahh! How Do I Stop My Puppy’s Destructive Chewing?

admin — Wed, 18 May 2011 08:57:10 +0000

One of the most common puppy problems encountered by new dog owners is destructive chewing.

Thanks to our good friends over at DogTips.co, we can now provide some relief and assistance to anyone who's struggling with the problem of destructive chewing – particularly as it relates to puppies (cure puppy chewing).

Suddenly that cute new puppy has turned into a chewing monster; nothing is safe from his/her mouth. What is happening?

Puppies explore their world by means of their mouths. Chewing helps relieve the pain of teething and it is necessary for a dog’s physical and mental health. Chewing helps relieve tension and stress.

Since nature did not give dogs hands to use, their mouths are their source of exploration; their means to investigate new things, tastes, and it is a basic behavior instilled in dogs since the beginning of time.

Source…http://www.dogtips.co/cure-puppy-chewing/