[ad_1] This blog was first published in March 2016 and updated in Sept 2022 Just hung up with a client, we had an interesting discussion. I thought I should write it down as I assume his concerns are shared by many others. He had questions on puppy milk replacers: why should he turn to these solutions instead of the goat milk he has always been recommended ? In the following table, you can actually see the answer: Composition of canine, bovine and caprine milks I created this table from various published scientific references, you can find them HERE if you…
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[ad_1] Goldendoodle breeders in Illinois have gained popularity in recent years for their exceptional breeding practices and dedication to providing families with well-tempered, healthy dogs. As a mix between Golden Retrievers and Poodles, Goldendoodles are sought after for their intelligent, friendly nature and hypoallergenic coats. In my search for top-notch Goldendoodle breeders in Illinois, I’ve come across a few noteworthy contenders. One such breeder that caught my attention is Cherry Lane Doodles, a family-owned organization that prides itself on adhering to high standards in breeding. Their Goldendoodle puppies come from OFA, PennHIP, and genetically health-tested backgrounds, ensuring a strong pedigree.…
[ad_1] As a passionate breeder, Sarah has always been dedicated to providing the best possible care for each of her pregnant females and their litters. But this time, things are not going as planned… Sarah’s newest litter of purebred Golden Retriever puppies is facing unexpected health complications that are threatening their survival. It began subtly at first. The puppies were losing weight, and Sarah noticed they were not as active as she was used to seeing in her previous litters. She found them weaker, more listless, lacking the vigor and vitality that usually marked these early days of life. But…
[ad_1] Playing dead is an excellent dog trick. While it is not as essential as teaching your dog commands such as “sit” and “stay,” it may be an enjoyable game for both the dog and the trainer. Make sure your dog is familiar with the basic commands “lie down” and “stay” before you start teaching them how to play dead. Here is an easy step-by-step guide for adding “play dead” to your dog’s list of new tricks: Step 1: Practice The Down Position Command your dog to lie down. Bear in mind the side your dog prefers to lie on.…
[ad_1] This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post.So you’d like to adopt a failed service dog.It’s a common question we get at the Puppy In Training blog:“How can I adopt a retired service dog? or a failed guide dog?” (we like to substitute “career change” for the word “failed”).How to adopt a retired service dogI’m not surprised by this question. Not all puppies in training make it as working guide dogs.Not all service dogs work their entire lives.And you bet your bottom dollar that these career-change dogs are well-socialized, have great…
[ad_1] A new study published in the Communications Biology found that dogs are most likely to listen to women better than men for one surprising reason. It turns out that when we, hoomans, talk to dogs, we tend to use a speech style we also use when interacting with babies. The authors referred to this as an “exaggerated prosody”, but we commonly know this as the singsong voice. But what’s the reason why dogs listen to women better than men? The study found that dogs respond to speech directed at them, especially when it’s a woman, because women tend to…