Dog Tips

It's hard to believe that this much-loved breed nearly reached extinction in the 1800s, and if it weren't for the government's swift action to make them a national priority, they might not be here today. And blind and deaf author Helen Keller wouldn't have had her gentle and trusty companion.

Occasionally, a change can occur in the liver that causes it to trap and accumulate a dietary mineral. The earlier you can detect this in your pet, the better, as this condition requires lifetime treatment. Find out the breeds at highest risk and 10 other telltale signs.

Dogs who were taught by this method were more likely to learn a new behavior within 30 minutes, and to learn the behavior faster than dogs in a clicker-training group. And they are more likely to remember it later. Five steps to help you get started with a training that anyone can do.

It's one of the most important things you can do for your pet. But many pet parents make serious mistakes in the process, feel it's not important or do it in all the wrong places. And make no mistake, these six venues can cause far more problems than they solve. Be wise.