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		<title>family dog episode 8 &#8211; Party Animal</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:45:31 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>After hosting the neighborhood block party, the Binsfords&#8217; house catches on fire.</p>
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<p>After hosting the neighborhood block party, the Binsfords&#8217; house catches on fire.</p>
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		<title>family dog episode 5 &#8211; Eye on the Sparrow</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 23:40:02 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>The dog cares for a sparrow who&#8217;s unable to fly.</p>
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<p>The dog cares for a sparrow who&#8217;s unable to fly.</p>
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		<title>family dog episode 4 &#8211; Enemy Dog</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:41:38 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>When the pretentious Mahoneys pick up a mammoth police dog from an auction, the Binfords force their pooch to interact with it.</p>
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		<title>Leash training tips for your pet</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:10:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[To begin with animals don't want to be held by anything; exemption can be when they are being fed they will definitely allow to be held against. If they're held by force, they'll retaliate by biting, spinning, clawing or jumping. One of the causes can be that because they weren't made use of to such kind of devotion, this alien action will literally scare them. An additional reason is able to be because of the lack of confidence; they won't allow a stranger hold them.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>To begin with animals don&#8217;t want to be held by anything; exemption can be when they are being fed they will definitely allow to be held against. If they&#8217;re held by force, they&#8217;ll retaliate by biting, spinning, clawing or jumping. One of the causes can be that because they weren&#8217;t made use of to such kind of devotion, this alien action will literally scare them. An additional reason is able to be because of the lack of confidence; they won&#8217;t allow a stranger hold them.</p>
<p>During this period it might even be complicated to place leash on the dog. They will definitely be extremely restless and will seek to get away. Adding to this, they will certainly be quite young as well as spirited. They will certainly consider the harness as a dangling toy as well as will certainly play with it. As well as also if the owner is successful in leashing his pet, there will certainly be more tests waiting in advance. When the animal feels the tug of the leash, it&#8217;ll jump, try to nip the leash or claw it, roll over its back, etc.</p>
<p>In the beginning, the animal is able to feel short of breath, at such times, the animal really should be offered a breather from walking. He should be also shown love by patting its backside or stroking its fur. It aids the dog to approve things even more easily as well as early. By having the progress of time, the amount of breathers will lower so will definitely the struggle by having the leash. However actually holding the pet in the arms will take a longer time than him getting educated to the leash. For this the dog ought to be lapped and held frequently. Throughout the entire process, the owner can have swellings on his arms a great deal. A reduction that can easily be taken is that the animal is able to be wrapped in a blanket then held in the arms.</p>
<p>The owner should permit go till the pet entirely until it calms down. After that it should be patted on its Recurring fondling and lapping of the animal must be done when it is young as well as small in size as the task will definitely become almost impossible once it starts getting bigger. Yet once this original bond is formed the following measure might be to literally hold the animal when its is putting on the leash. Again there will certainly be struggle, as the circumstances will certainly be entirely various. The pet should not be held tight by the hands, instead the leash should be held incredibly near to the harness. After the animal acquires exhausted and calms down, he should be discharged. By this the animal will definitely study that the only means of receiving released is by holding still.</p>
<p>After , the dog will not strain at all, when being held in arms putting on the leash. The time duration of holding the animal can then be increased slowly. Leash instruction is extremely crucial part of general animal willpower. Additionally, because the pets have the natural instinct of roaming freely in the wild, they must be taken out on routine walks, in order to maintain their physical balance. And when dogs satisfy other strangers on the road, it should be trained not to have troubled. Even leash training assists in ensuring that the animal is not lost or stolen when you take it for a walk or to market.</p>
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		<title>The Known Benefits Of Dog Training</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Anyone that owns a pet is often faced with various decisions that must be made throughout the entire care and ownership process. There are quite a few pet owners that continually look for options and occurrences where their animals are taught to behave in certain manners as well as follow instructions and commands that are closely provided by anyone in question. People that are contemplating this process should know the various benefits of <a href="http://www.barkbusters.ca/about-us/trainers/grady-oflynn">dog training</a> in an attempt to make sure they gain as much as possible from this entire process.</p>
<p>Dogs are a particular type of animal that are capable of learning how to perform various acts and commands that their owners require them to learn. This is a process that is developed over time and through specific teaching techniques that are learned through the training process that is offered to them. There are countless dogs around the world today that undergo this format of learning for their specific behavioral and command based needs.</p>
<p>People that decide to put their animal through this type of teaching often find that there are quite a few benefits associated with the process. These are usually benefits that are specific to each animal while also providing quite a bit of appeal in a general format as well. People that know the benefits of putting their pet through this process are capable of ensuring they receive the ultimate training and knowledge they are seeking.</p>
<p>One of the main benefits of this process is the ability to work through any behavioral complications that the pet exudes. There are quite a few instances where the animal being considered for this process has all kinds of behavior issues that are known to be challenging for the owner to endure. These are effectively worked through and resolved in most cases when the animal learns to be obedient.</p>
<p>Animals also learn structure and discipline throughout this entire process. The use of techniques and specific commands that are learned throughout this process are aimed at making sure that all commands and disciplinary concerns the owner may have are effectively dealt with and worked through. This is often quite effective and helps people address any specific complications that may be present.</p>
<p>The classes that are often provided by most instructors and organizations are able to be fully customized to suit the needs of the owner and pet. There are countless occurrences where owners have specific issues they would like to see resolved which are able to be focused on in many instances. This helps with making sure the learning process is able to be successful and specific to anyone in need.</p>
<p>The scheduling options are also understood to be quite flexible in most cases. The owner of the animal is usually required to be present during most courses to help ensure everything is completed in an effective manner. This usually helps with making sure that all classes are conveniently attended.</p>
<p>Dog training is finally known to be quite affordable. Most classes are offered in bulk fashion as opposed to each session. These bulk charges are often quite competitive and easily afforded.</p>
<p>Enrolling your puppy into a puppy school is important for developing a healthy and nurturing relationship between you and your dog. Having your pet potty trained by <a href="http://www.barkbusters.ca/about-us/trainers/sherri-barnes">the dog training Calgary</a> and <a href="http://www.barkbusters.ca/about-us/trainers/kevin-mcdonnell">dog training Kelowna</a> experts can easily save you money and headaches. Bark Busters in Home Dog Training Toronto, ON (416) 988-3169 +1 866-418-4584</p>
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		<title>Tips for Providing Your Parakeet with the Best Parakeet Food</title>
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		<dc:creator>Mary Brown</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Parakeets are cute, loveable, fun and a all around great pets to have. First time parakeet owners often wonder what they should be feeding their parakeet. Like many other birds, parakeets benefit from having a variety of foods to keep them healthy and happy. The suggestions in this article will help you to avoid the big mistake most parakeet owners make. This mistake is that they only feed their parakeets one type of bird feed. Although bird feed contains many essential things for a parakeet&#8217;s diet, it can be harmful if there is no other food used to supplement their diet.</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t be fooled by the vitamin and nutrient fortifying powder that some parakeet seed comes with. The powder is on the outside of the seeds on the shell and the parakeets pick past that part of the seed because they eat what is inside of the shell. The parakeets do get some nutrients and vitamins from the powder covered seeds but they don&#8217;t get the amount that they need from that alone. Purchasing many different types of parakeet food is important to keep your bird feeling its best.</p>
<p>Have you ever wondered where parakeets originate from? They are from Australia and they live on the grasslands of that continent. Parakeets in the wild love to eat nuts, berries and many other things. Usually pet stores end up feeding parakeets just seeds. But always remember that for a parakeet to stay healthy, it needs a lot of different food groups to eat. Just like humans. Some of the foods that parakeets need in their diet are:</p>
<p>Different kinds of seeds</p>
<p>Berries</p>
<p>Different kinds of nuts</p>
<p>Crushed grains</p>
<p>Vegetables</p>
<p>Greens</p>
<p>Rarely: eggs and proteins such as meat</p>
<p>Parakeets love it when they are fed different foods. Parakeets are usually up for trying new foods as well! Its fun to see what they like and dislike. Some parakeets have a favorite treat just like we do. Be aware that there is also junk food in the parakeet world and not just in ours. Some pet store bird treats are very high in fat and are extremely unhealthy for you bird. Just make sure to feed your bird a nice variety of foods each week and to go sparingly on the fattier bird foods.</p>
<p>Overall, you should make sure that your parakeet is getting all the different types of food so that it can live longer and not be undernourished. Malnutrition is one of the top reasons that captive parakeets die earlier than wild parakeets do. Parakeets need just as much of a rounded diet as we do to be healthy and happy. Be sure to keep your parakeet food fresh and nutritious, and always make sure your bird has enough to eat so it can have a long, healthy, happy life!</p>
<p>If you want some more great tips about parakeet food and <a href="http://www.parakeetfood.org/parakeet_diet.html">Parakeet Diet</a> go to this link: <a href="http://www.parakeetfood.org">Parakeet Food</a></p>
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		<title>Understanding Basic Dog Training Principles</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2012 00:37:06 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Few pet owners would deny the importance of proper <a href="http://www.barkbusters.ca">dog training</a>. Well behaved dogs are not only more pleasurable to have around, they are happier in themselves. It is far easier to keep dogs, and those around them, safe when they are well trained. Keeping pets should be fun, not a hardship.</p>
<p>It requires high levels of patience to train dogs successfully. It is a continual process and owners will have to make a commitment to managing their pet&#8217;s behavior throughout their lives. Maintaining consistent and positive techniques is essential. Owners need to perceive the world through the eyes of their pet in order to understand their behavior.</p>
<p>Teaching dogs to obey basic commands, such as &#8217;sit&#8217; and &#8217;stay&#8217; is necessary, but good trainers possess a far deeper understanding of canine behavior. They understand what is important to dogs. They recognize that dogs are highly social creatures with a strong pack instinct. They need leaders. Sometimes it is more important to train owners than dogs. Owners must learn to take up the mantle of leadership.</p>
<p>People should not confuse leadership with being aggressive or domineering. Instilling fear is not the way to get the best from an animal. It is the bonds of mutual respect that hold a pack together. Owners need to be calmly assertive. Dogs respond best to a positive stance and clear commands. If owners are loud and excitable there is a good chance that dogs will take this as a cue to behave in the same way.</p>
<p>It is easy to fall into the trap of regarding dogs as humans. Owners may have good intentions, but more often than not this just confuses the animal. Taking command and teaching dogs their place gives them a sense of security. It is important, therefore, not to let dogs onto sofas and beds. Aside from ruining the upholstery, it sends out the wrong signals about a dog&#8217;s status within the pack.</p>
<p>Positive reinforcement of good behavior is a key aspect of successful techniques. It is important to reward good behavior immediately. If there is a time lapse the pet may fail to connect the behavior with the reward. Rewards may be in the form of a food treat, a toy, physical affection, or simply praise. Similarly, it is pointless reprimanding dogs unless they are caught in the act of misbehaving.</p>
<p>Owners have a responsibility to make sure their dogs are well exercised and receive adequate stimulation. It is not reasonable to demand good behavior from a neglected animal. Animals that are bored or stressed will develop undesirable habits. Walks, games and affection are as important to a pet as being fed. Dogs enjoy being around people and engaged in meaningful activity.</p>
<p>Owning pets is a huge responsibility. It is in the interests of their welfare, as well as those of their owners, that they are properly trained. Finding a local dog training class is a good idea for new owners. The experience is usually enjoyable for both dogs and people.</p>
<p>Safe and trustworthy <a href="http://www.barkbusters.ca">puppy training</a> is something that is taken very seriously. Allow these friendly and experienced specialists to provide dog training for your dog. Bark Busters in Home Dog Training Toronto, ON (416) 988-3169 +1 866-418-4584</p>
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		<title>family dog episode 3 &#8211; Doggone Girl is Mine</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 03:50:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>The dog falls hard for a recently-divorced neighbor&#8217;s pet. Meanwhile, Skip fears Bev might leave him.</p>
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		<title>family dog episode 2 &#8211; Hot Dog at the Zoo</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 01:39:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>When the Binsfords take a trip to the zoo, their pooch tags along and causes plenty of trouble.</p>
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<p>When the Binsfords take a trip to the zoo, their pooch tags along and causes plenty of trouble.</p>
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		<title>Hindi Poems &#8211; Billi Mausi</title>
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<p>Kids love pussy cats and this hindi poem is about a big pussy cat. To watch more entertaining and educating videos on animation stories nursery rhymes learning series and school poems SUBSCRIBE NOW at www.youtube.com . To watch more kids animation videos in high quality log onto www.youtube.com</p>
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