Hearing a dog happily barking as it chases after a ball in the woods can be a wonderful sound, but if the neighbors are complaining and you and your family are suffering from having a dog that barks constantly that you cannot control, you will probably want to learn how to teach a dog to stop barking...

In order to fully understand all the terminology and styles the western Chap represents, you must first study the history behind them There are names for the cut and style of chaps according to the usage and the time period you are talking about The first type of Chaperajos were the Armas...

Your horses hooves are extremely important in the way of caring for your horses health It is best to have them trimmed and shod every six to eight weeks Usually, the ferrier puts you on his schedule for six weeks out unless something comes up to put it off a week or so...

Because we always see pictures of horses just grazing out in the field we assume horses live there alone with little or no attention from humans Because of their size and strength, horses can be sometimes misunderstood by a lot of people who know nothing about them Unless you are around horses on a regular basis, you will not know how they act or the safety issues involved with being close to a horse...

Domestication of canines was accomplished by humans thousands of years ago Many think that the world's first dogs were tamed wolves, as dogs share many biological traits with wolves First of all they look very much alike and their actions are similar...

Crate training a dog is one of the most significant parts of creating a healthy tie between you and your pet Crate training teaches young dogs how to live within crate so that it needs less frequent bathroom breaks and does not spread filth here and there Crate training is also useful because if your dog displays any bad behavior like excessive chewing, ripping up carpet, or "going" on your furniture when you leave your home for short periods of time, a dog that likes its crate can be placed inside the crate when you leaving so it feels safe while you are gone...

Feeding your dog goes beyond filling its dinner bowl You need to think about nutritional requirements, a balanced diet, hygiene and a healthy start Just like us, dogs need a good diet for a healthy, enjoyable life...

I get questions all the time on whether one should just go to a saddle store and buy "ready-made" saddle or if one should go to the added expense of having a custom saddle made just for their specific measurements and tastes There is no real answer to that question We can however give you a guide on the manufactured saddle and you can choose for yourself...

The "Bit" is a vital piece of equipment in the equine industry The rider depends on the bit to keep control over his horse in whatever his job is, be it real cowboy work or in the show ring The horse has to LIKE his bit...

It is thought that the earliest spurs were probably made from bone or wood Spurs have been used by horsemen and cowboys throughout the ages In its earliest days the spur and the metal it was made with were a mark of rank...

It is normal for a dog to chew However, it is unacceptable to allow your dog to chew shoes, stuffed animals, furniture, or remote controls I once heard of a dog who chewed an escape hole right through a house...

In the past, dogs under 6 months old were not put into training classes There were even trainers who believed that a puppy who was 12 months old was just the right age to begin training Today's popular belief is that the dog's first few months are the best and most important time to start training...

Just because you have a dog doesn’t mean you have to stay home all the time If you plan ahead and take a little care, it is easy and fun to travel with your dog Here are some tips to make the trip easier on both you and your pet: 1...

When your dog softly whimpers that means: "I’m hurt" "I'm frightened" The average human is most likely to hear this at the vet, when a dog is suffering, or when an obedient dog is in a strange location that appears intimidating...

She first came to our attention after we had visited a local show at the village hall organised by a nearby refuge for abandoned dogs and cats At the ripe old age of eight Poppy, we were told, had been "rescued" from owners who had over time collected more than 30 dogs, many the result of interbreeding, and who understandably had found themselves no longer able to cope A little less easy to comprehend perhaps was how come these people had never heard of the possibility of spaying their animals and instead had kept an ever-increasing pack in the most miserable of conditions...

You've finally decided you want to get a dog, but how do you go about choosing a dog breed that will fit your personality and lifestyle There are over 400 different dog breeds to choose from Don't just consider the outward appearance when picking a dog breed...

Before sled dog training, you must know about the sled dog Sled dogs are those dogs which are used for pulling the special vehicles which do not have wheels on the ice Sled dogs have the God gifted ability to run on the ice...

Internet fraud is prevalent everywhere and the horse industry is no exception If you can avoid selling your horse over the internet, do so But if the Internet is your only option or you chose to buy/sell your horse or tack on-line be aware of the following inherent obstacles...

When looking for a trainer, you need to decide what your goals are They may change depending on what you and your horse decide to do, but at least have an idea of what you want to do Do you want to show or just take lessons...

Buying a trailer the first time can be overwhelming if you don’t know anything about rigs It’s best to take a friend with you who hauls their own horses Even then, you’ll still have to provide information on your horse and truck to make sure you get the right trailer...