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July 29th, 2010 by admin

Dogs bark for many different reasons. Some of these reasons are good while some can just be downright annoying. So if you have had many countless sleepless nights, constant visit from the cops because of complaints from your neighbors or if you have simply had enough of all the barking making your home stressful instead of a relaxing solitude, then it’s high time that you do something that will make the excessive barking stop. And although the French Bulldog is generally known to be a quiet breed that barks only when needed, there will be times that they too will bark excessively.

French bulldogs are known to be great companions; they are very loyal but can be impatient. They will bark only when they demand attention from you, or when they play or if there are intruders in the house. But even then, they won’t really bark excessively, by that I mean that when you have given in to what they want, they will stop barking already. Some French bulldogs will go on to bark though, when this happens, you will surely become, disappointed, frustrated, annoyed, embarrassed, and this will cause an emotional strain and put a dent on your relationship.

The first step in stopping your French bulldog from excessively barking is to fully understand the cause as to why it is doing so. By determining the root cause, you can develop a training that will laser target the root cause of the problem. Remember though, if the dog is barking because it’s hungry, or there is an intruder in the house, don’t reprimand your dog, this will take away their natural instincts of being a good watchdog and companion. A dog should only bark because of the situation they are in, if the situation has changed they should stop. If not, then you have a dilemma, either the situation hasn’t been fully resolved, or they have a psychological or emotional problem, or a physical discomfort.

For the latter, a visit to a veterinarian will solve the problem. For the first problems, you need to have a good training program not only to instill in your French bulldog the proper traits, but also to create a solid emotional bond between you and your pet. There are numerous techniques one can use to stop excessive barking in French bulldogs. Some will choose to use the reward system where they provide a treat after the dog follows their command; this reinforces the notion that they have done good. Just make sure to use a firm voice and never shout at them. Be sure to also have lots of patience. It takes time to train a dog. Also, remember not to hit your dog.

Some though would use electronic gadgets to help stop excessive barking, like a laser pointer or a collar specifically designed to stop excessive barking. This though would not help in creating a bond between you and your French bulldog.

July 20th, 2010 by admin

Anybody who owns a security dog understands that in order to raise it well and in the way they want, it needs to be trained. Many people think that the only reason why dogs are trained is to get them to obey their masters and do whatever they are commanded to do. However, this could not be further from the truth mainly because security dogs are trained in order to strengthen the bond between the owner and his guard and ensure that the dog offers security as it is meant to. Dogs are also trained to ensure that they can communicate easily with their owners and to ensure that they understand what they owner expects from them in terms of security. Training a security dog also improves the way the owner communicates with his guard and therefore makes it easier for the dog to understand what they are allowed to do and what is off limits. Therefore, security dogs should be trained to ensure that they understand the roles in the life of the people they are supposed to be protecting.

When training a security dog, it is important to ensure that it understands whatever lessons are being taught. Puppies are definitely easier to train because they do not have any defined characters yet and they are therefore more receptive. If the dog being trained is an adult, then different techniques and training methods would have to be used. An adult dog already knows how to react and trying to get it to stop is difficult. Regardless of the size and age of the dog, the first training technique is teaching the dog how to obey whatever it is told. This very important lesson is called obedience training and it lays the foundation by learning commands such as recognizing its name and when and how to respond to it. Other phases of obedience training such as recognizing danger and how to react to it can then gradually be introduced after this first phase.

Other dog training steps will follow gradually after the dog understands the obedience part, which is said to be the most important lesson. A trained dog that has passed the obedience stage is more likely to obey commands and therefore offer protection to its owner if required to. After the training, dogs also understand that they should not attack people unless they sense danger and they are therefore trained how to tell what is dangerous and what is not. Owners of security dogs such as police officers or property guards should be keener on their dogs because they are solely for security purposes.

July 14th, 2010 by admin

Having a family with kids can be more delightful with a puppy. But puppies grow to become adult dogs and they grow at a faster rate than humans do. So, sometimes a dog can become too large for a kid and can be a hassle and a burdensome companion. But with French bulldogs, you don’t have to go through this predicament. They are relatively small in size even in their adulthood. Plus, if you have 2 French bulldogs and one is a male and the other is a female, you can be rest assured that even if they develop their own family, you won’t get stuck with a pile of dogs.

A French bulldog’s litter is relatively small. Most commonly, a female French bulldog would give birth to a litter with only 3 to 4 pups. Plus, many dog breeders would agree that breeding French bulldogs are very difficult, and that’s the reason why they are pricey and there are not really much of them around. So this means that it is very unlikely that French bulldogs owners will have problems with many of this active canine overwhelming their homes.

This is especially good for smaller homes. Plus, a small home with too much inhabitants can have a warmer environment, and if you live in an area where the weather is predominantly hot, your French bulldog may develop several health conditions. French bulldogs are more accustomed to colder areas, so as much as possible keep them cool at all times. If left in a warm environment, your French bulldog may develop heatstroke, breathing problems and certain skin conditions. Aside from what has just been mentioned, caring for a French bulldog is relatively easy. Even your kids can help you raise a French bulldog.

Another way to care for your French bulldog’s health and appearance Is by ensuring tht its clean and well groomed. A French bulldog’s coat is short and brilliant, it is also smooth and fine, and doesn’t over shed. Regular brushing will help maintain the brilliance of their coat and keeps dirt away, avoiding instances where the hair will be matted.

Other care required would be the same that are required for other dogs such as brushing the teeth with special dog toothpaste and toothbrush twice a week, occasionally checking and clipping their toenails, and taking them to their veterinarian for their regular checkup.

As discussed at the start, French bulldogs don’t grow too large for kids. They usually grow to about 12 inches from their highest point and are relatively light. There are two weight classes for this sociable dog breed with the lower weight class averaging 19 to 22 pounds and the higher with 23 to 28 pounds.

And there you go. There’s nothing quite like a well rounded family home with a dog or two by the side, and there’s nothing quite like a French bulldog as a family companion, friend, watchdog, and a family member.

July 6th, 2010 by admin

Even though you may want your dog to stay home most of the time and don’t plan on entering it in contests or competitions it’s important to train the dog properly. House dogs need at least the most basic obedience training. You want to have a dog that’s a joy to be around and not one that you’re constantly having to discipline. These are a few of the simplest and yet most important home dog training tips that should be taught to your dog.

One of the most basic and yet important home dog training tips is to make sure that the dog is properly housetrained. An important home dog training tip for housetraining is to remember to have patience with puppies and take them out more often than you probably do. Puppies are unable to fully control their bowels until they are about six months old, so don’t get too mad at them if they’re not toilet trained by this age. Puppies need to be taken out at least four to five times a day whereas with adults two will often suffice.

One helpful home dog training tip that helps with housetraining is to make it an enjoyable experience for your dog to go outside to the bathroom. If you’re angry at them for having to go outside or are constantly rushing them, they are going to be worried and not want to go outside. Another helpful home dog training tip involves learning how to stop your dog from barking constantly. If they’re barking at night to protect you and your family from intruders that’s a good thing but otherwise it can just be a pain and nuisance to you and your neighbors.

The best home dog training tip for stopping dogs from barking incessantly is to pay attention to the dog and how they’re acting in general, to determine what the problem is. It’s not always the same reason from one dog to the next and so one solution is not always going to work. There are a few different possible reasons why the dog may be barking including for attention or because they’re in pain. Try telling the dog to be quiet in a stern voice to begin with as they may just be acting out and letting them know that you’re the one in charge is the best first step to take.

If you find that this isn’t working the next step would be to try taking the dog outside when they start barking again. If nothing’s working the best idea is to bring them into the veterinarian because they may have bowel related or other problems that are causing them pain. These are just a few of the most basic home dog training tips. Training your dog to be well behaved is important so you can enjoy going out with them, bring them out to public places and have a great life together.