How Can A Paws Aboard Doggy Boat Ladder Help You?
Published by toby on Tagged free dog training tipsIs It Like A Boat Ramp? Yes… and no! It can be used as you would a boat ramp, but it can also be used to retrieve a soaked and totally wet dog from out of the water without straining your back! The Dog Boat Ladder is wonderful for any dog you want to take out of the lake.
Your dog will find it easy for him to get out of the water and back aboard with this peerless boat ladder. You will discover it easy to carry, install and stow the Dog Boat Ladder. No more fighting with a wet dog and running the risk of harm to your back.
How Does The Dog Boat Ladder Work as A Boat Ramp? The ladder is engineered to give a ramp approach to your watercraft attaching securely to the ladder of most any boat. The ladder features a slip-resistant ribbed design that’s safe for all pets. The conveniently designed ramp will detach and float next to the watercraft when the human ladder is needed for human use. This Paws Aboard ladder is not designed for human use, even if you like crawling on all fours. 
This quality dog boat ladder can be attached and removed in seconds and includes a universal grip that fits almost all boat designs.
Doggy Boat Ladder Features:
* Durable, lightweight, and portable
* Easy to connect and detach from any boat ladder
* Reduces strain and pain for both pets and owners
* Length and width is 16 by 64 inches, and it folds in half for easy storage
The Dog Boat Ladder is corrosion-proof and rust-proof. The very tough and durable ladder washes easily with soap and water and is UV resistant. All Dog Boat Ladders are of the highest quality and workmanship and are designed to last in all types of weather conditions. The Dog Boat Ladder does float in water, but you should never use it as a floatation device.
This peerless dog ladder is also an excellent use as a boat ramp for use with older, overweight, or arthritic pets. It provides an easy way out, so your dog reduces the risk of seriously injuring or straining joints.
The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) is $249.00. I did a little research and found you can buy these Paws Aboard Dog Boat Ladders for just under $200 at stores that carry Cheap Dog Supplies (click on one of those links and you should find you can also get Free Shipping and maybe a Discount Coupon too).
Controlling Or Eliminating Dog Urine Lawn Spots
Published by toby on Tagged Dog TrainingWe all love our dogs, but do we love the lawn burn spots we get from their urine? It may be gross to imagine, but your lawn is nothing more than a big outdoor toilet for your pet. Long story short, dog urine burning grass is not a pretty site. It’s worse with female dogs that typically have stronger urine, and also squat in the same spots, but happens with male dogs too.
Your dog’s urine is highly acidic and can kill the grass it comes in contact with, similar to burning a lawn with over-fertilization.
Ways to Combat Dog Urine Burn in your Lawn
The most common treatment for dog urine lawn burn is to saturate the urine spot with water. Enough water has to be used to dilute the urine or even completely wash it away. If you don’t use enough water, you may save the lawn from burning, and instead have lots of very dark green spots where the urine was diluted to the point of actually helping the grass!
This approach to control dog urine problems takes a lot of time and is difficult to get right, but it very environmentally friendly because grass needs water anyway!
Another way to combat urine burn in your lawn is to train your dog to do his business in one area of the yard that has been designated as his personal bathroom. Some people refer to this as a ‘dog run.’ It’s a good idea to separate that area with river pebbles, sand or even artificial turf. This way, you can clean it up easily. This one shouldn’t be too difficult because you have already trained the dog not to pee in the house, and this is just another step along those same lines.
I have also heard of people buying large gas torches to burn away the dog poo and other mess in these areas, saving cleanup.
Another method is to alter the pH of the dog urine, which can be done by modifying your dog’s diet. Brewers Yeast is found in most dog food, but it’s not at a level that has enough effect on their urine acidity. Some say an additional teaspoonful of Brewers Yeast added to the dog’s daily diet, can reduce the pH of the urine enough to prevent lawn damage. Some folks purchase Brewer’s Yeast in tablet form as well.
In addition to altering the pH or the dog’s urine, you can alter the pH or your soil by adding lime for lawns. If there are common areas on the turf that are affected by the dog’s urine, sprinkle them with lime. If you are unsure, you can perform a soil test prior to utilizing lime as a neutralizer.
Just remember, if you can train the dog to go in one central area, the lime idea works well. Many folks have asked me if it is possible to burn your lawn with lime, and the answer is ‘no’ you can’t burn your grass with lime. It’s cheap and works! You just have to stay consistent.
If you already have areas that are damaged, the best bet is to saturate the spots with water, and prepare to re-seed them in the fall. Just remember to rake out the dead lawn areas prior to seeding and wash them completely. It would also help to put down some starter fertilizer to help the seed along. After that, use the tips above to keep your dog and you happy!
Crate Training Your Puppy Dog: Winning Pet Guide
Published by toby on Tagged dog training obedienceA lot of pet owners have the wrong conception when it comes to crates. This conception leads people to believe that crates are a punishment for dogs, and therefore they won’t use them. Much to the contrary, crates are actually one of the safest places you can put your puppy, which also gratifies his natural instincts to situate himself within a den.
If you have a crate and leave it open, your puppy will start to go to it when he gets sleepy or when he gets confused. Although puppy’s tend to like crates, you shouldn’t overuse one by allowing him to spend hours at a time inside of one. While you should be training him to get used to the crate, you should never allow him out if he is barking. Once your puppy starts to appreciate the crate, you can leave him in it for a few hours here and there - such as when you are away from home.
When you get your puppy and bring him home for the first time, you should already your crate there and situated where you want it to be. You should set the crate up in a central area, but never in areas that have a lot of traffic. Most people who use crates tend to leave them in the kitchen near a door, so the puppy can go outside whenever he needs to relieve himself.
Once you bring the puppy home, you should put him inside the house and allow him to start searching for the crate. Leave the door to the crate open, and the puppy should start to wander in and out of it. You can also put a toy or dog treat inside the crate, to give your puppy extra incentive to enter. Once he goes inside praise him, and let him know that he is doing the right thing.
If your puppy stays in the crate on his own, praise him for it. Once your puppy starts getting in the habit of going into the crate on his own, you should place a new toy or treat inside for him to play with. After a while, you can close the door and see how he reacts. If he starts to whine, you can talk to him and put your fingers through the door, although you should never immediately take him out - instead wait for him to settle down.
Even though it may take some time, crate training is great for your puppy. You can use the crate when you need to leave,or when you have family over.
If you use a bit of patience and never use the crate for punishment your puppy should catch on to the crate pretty quick.
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