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Crate Training for dogs

On February 14th, 2008

Crate Training for dogs

On February 14th, 2008

Dog trainer Karin Larsen Bridge explains the advantages and disadvantages of crate training for dogs. A dog crate is a container designed to safely confine dogs on a short-term basis. Once used only for competitions, travel or convalescence, the crate has increasingly found its way into the average pet home. Introduced correctly and used appropriately, […]

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Filial Bearded Collies

On February 13th, 2008

Filial Bearded Collies

On February 13th, 2008

“FILIAL” was established in 1980 & began breeding Bearded Collies in 1987. “FILIAL” is Australias No.1 breeder of: Australian Grand Champions Australian Champions Best In Show Winners Group & In Show wins Obedience Titles. “FILIAL” puppies are lovingly home bred & raised in a family environment. Excelling in Breed type, temperament and movement. Puppies are […]

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Family Ties

On February 12th, 2008

Family Ties

On February 12th, 2008

Nadia Crighton sits down with well-known celebrity Amanda Keller to chat about life with her four-legged family member, Ripley. On a sunny afternoon in Sydney, Dogs Life sat down with well-known celebrity, Amanda Keller, and her adorable family to chat about their furry family member, Ripley. Amanda currently fires up the airwaves with her hilarious […]

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Say no to “no”!

On February 10th, 2008

Say no to “no”!

On February 10th, 2008

Delta behavioural trainer Karin Larsen Bridge from Get S.M.A.R.T (Successful Motivation And Reward Trained) Dogs explains how ineffective saying NO! can be and offers some great tips on positive training. We’ve all done it. Our dogs do something annoying and our first reaction is to shout NO! That’s because were human words come easy to […]

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Labrador Retriever

On February 8th, 2008

Labrador Retriever

On February 8th, 2008

The Labrador is a loveable large breed dog that has a good nature and adores people. Facts Personality: This lovable pooch has to be one of the best feel-good dogs available. Warm, affectionate and loyal, the Lab adores people and needs to be taken in as one of the family. It will return any love […]

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