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Dog’s World Issue 13

For dog people

Maintaining A Posh Dog breeDers’ breeders’ Directory directory Dog Fleas Uncovered

Attributes of a good Dog owner

building Building a dog house What my Dog Taught taught Me About business Business

Dog breeD Breed gAllery Gallery

Nancy the Stray stray The Dog

is Your your Is child Child ready For Ready A Dog? Dog’s World World 11 Dog’s

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Contents Editor’s Letter

Features

Dog’s World Issue 13

12 Golden Rules For Every Dog Owner R. Caleiro

Bad Habits to Shake off in the New Year T. Nasir

Building a Dog House S. Hetu

Taking Terrific Photos of Your Dog H. Saidel

For dog people

Maintaining A Posh Dog breeDers’ Directory Dog Fleas Uncovered

Attributes of a good Dog owner

building a dog house What my Dog taught Me About business

Nancy the stray Dog

is your child ready For A Dog? Dog’s World 1

Time for a Dog Bath? T. James

Lifestyle

Ticks Explained & How to Check Your Dog R. Magdi

Understanding Dog Fleas M. Chia

What My Dog Taught Me About Business A. Watkins

Maintaining a Posh Pup P. Basauri

Dog breeD gAllery

Ask Dr. Swift 36 Dogs Unleashed Magazine

Health & Care

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Is Your Child Ready 32 for a Dog? S. Emmanuel Nancy the Stray Dog 38 S. O. Chieloka

Training & Psychology The Attributes of a Good Trainer A. A. Ojora

Is Your Dog in Pain? 50 J. Bryant On Dog Bites And Other Dog Injuries Granny’s Mettle

Regulars Events 60 Breeders’ Directory 76 Breed Gallery

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Editor’s letter Bad Habits

Shake-Off

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By DR. TUNJI NASIR Truthmiles Veterinary Services

ne of the problems militating against a balanced delivery of professional veterinary services in Nigeria is to a very large extent, the clients’ assumption of knowledge.

What do I mean by this? A lot of times, clients reject helpful suggestions by their vets and resort to very bad practices that do no more than to harm their pets.

A younger colleague of mine came to vent his frustration to me about how he had been unable to convince his clients to start giving their dogs dry food; even, after stressing the obvious advantages of the culture. Instead he was accused of wanting to benefit from the supply of the food to them without looking at the merits of his submission.

Aloof, reserved, independent, dignified, and stubborn.

Another issue that the majority of clients refuse to understand is this matter of whether dogs are meant to eat bones. At the moment, I am beginning to believe that, it is a Nigerian thing not to want to listen to voices of reasoning. In my facility, despite repeated advisory issued to clients, a good majority of them have turned the other ear and still indulge in giving their dogs bones of all shapes

Origin: The Chow is a breed of dog that was developed in Mongolia approximately 4,000 years ago. This makes it one of the most ancient all dog breeds. Originally used as a hunting dog, it also performs tasks related to guarding boats, herding, and protecting homes. Some peoples in China also use the dog’s thick fur to make coats to protect them from harsh winters.

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Temperament: The Chow Chow is a well-mannered dog and quite good with children.

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Sometimes, I think this is due to a lack of deep interest in the pets themselves; or should I say a wrong pet economy and total

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If you are looking for an affectionate companion, this is probably not the best choice. It is an independent and very dominant breed that requires a dominant owner. It should be thoroughly socialized preferably from an early age. If you allow this dog to become dominant, it will become stubborn and unruly. A proud dog, it does not respond to physical abuse.

Chow Chow has entropion, you may notice him rubbing at his eyes. Also prone to hip dysplasia: eczema and ear infections. Because of their relatively short muzzles they suffer from breathing problems particularly in warm weather. Hip dysplasia: This condition can be extremely painful for dogs and can lead to irritable and aggressive behaviour. What is it? A hereditary condition in which the thighbone doesn’t fit snugly into the hip joint. Living conditions: The Chow Chow will do fine in an apartment if is exercised. A small yard is sufficient for outdoors Chows. Sensitive to heat, it does better in cooler weather. It is important for Chows to have a shaded place to retire to sleep. Make sure it always has access to plenty of water in a clean bowl. Exercise: Chow Chows are prone to laziness.

Life expectancy: 12 to 15 years. Feeding: At eight weeks Chow puppies require four nourishing, good quality meals a day. From 12-14 weeks you can reduce the number of meals to three but increase the quantity until approximately six months, after which two meals a day are sufficient but again increasing the quantity. Never give cooked bones and always make sure there is plenty of fresh, clean water available to drink. Grooming: This breed is a seasonal heavy shedder. Check the ears weekly for dirt or a bad odor that can indicate an infection. Brush it once a week with a slicker brush down to the skin. Expect shedding of fur twice a year when they change coat. Shampoo at least once a month to maintain a healthy coat and prevent eczema and itching. Our Favourite Names: Pork-Chow, Chuck, Leo, Tiger, Mooshu, Sham-poo, Panda, Gengis, Chop-Sui, Biggy.

Size: Height: 46 - 56 cm Weight: 20 - 32 kg

Did you know? The Chow Chow may have contributed to the development of other breeds such as the Norwegian Elkhound, Pomeranian and Samoyed.

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Health problems: They are prone to suffer eye irritation called entropion which causes the eyelid to roll inward, irritating or injuring the eyeball. One or both eyes can be affected. If your

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Like a good manager can recognize what makes a worker tick and get the best out of them, a good trainer recognizes what makes a dog tick. A dog will do some of its tasks because it enjoys them, meanwhile, it might need to be encouraged to do other tasks, while, there are some tasks it must be coerced to for fear of what may happen if it doesn’t. If you are the lucky owner of a dog that enjoys everything and wants to please you then all you need is a positive attitude. But the skill of the trainer lies in the ability to show the dog what is required at a pace which matches the dog’s intelligence; and in such a way (not always text book fashion) that the dog succeeds. Small steps are taken, one at a time, concentrating totally on what is to be achieved and using every part of your person to achieve the results. That and

consistency are the keys to ensuring the dog knows exactly what you are communicating. Top trainers always appear relaxed and unhurried, while motivating the dog at the appropriate time. This calm and confident approach imparts the same calmness to the dog and provides one of the main qualities of leadership. Good trainers play their voice, whistles and actions like a musical instrument. They read the dog’s actions and act or react accordingly with a promptness

Your dog is not an actor. Some are mischievous, others devious and some downright dishonest.

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that lets the dog know they are the boss and are always in control. Your dog, however, is not an actor. What you see is what you get. Some are mischievous, others devious and some downright dishonest. You can usually read this and a trainer should act the part that makes the dog perform correctly. Play angry, play happy, play encouragement, whatever it takes to get the end results you require from your dog. Patience certainly is a dog trainer’s virtue. Anger is such a negative and destructive emotion that it should play no part in training a dog.

Controlled, ‘acted out’ anger however can be a useful tool. A good trainer should be able to judge why a dog is going wrong. However, good trainers never put the dog in a situation where it would go wrong. Careful planning, steady progress and attention to detail ensure success so the dog can be praised, not reprimanded; a much more positive approach. Again a good trainer knows just when to praise and how much to reward. With top trainers the four ‘C’s’ are evident. Calmness, Consistency, Communication and Concentration. As one professional emphasized, “You don’t train a dog by leaving it in the kennel”. They know their dogs and just as importantly the dogs know and respect them because the messages are loud and clear. To produce a good dog, don’t just work on the dog, work on yourself. For the everyday handler most of the faults in training and handling a dog lie with the handler not the dog. Have confidence, in yourself and do things with conviction because if you are unsure and ‘woolly’ in your actions and commands the dog will either take advantage, or also become unsure and woolly. Believe that your dog really does want to do things for you and with you, ALL you have to do is play the part and show it what you want - well perhaps not quite ‘ALL’. As in all walks of life some manage to ‘play the part’ better than others.

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In this age of insecurities and uncertainties, it is reassuring to know that man’s best friend is always there to wash away our daily woes. For the paltry sum of a bowl of clean water, good food and a little TLC, he will protect us with his life, bring a smile to our face and give unabashed affection. In her article, Andra Watkins shows how a dog’s unflinching loyalty and pureness of heart are qualities we should all learn to adopt. Owning a dog might be fun or just added security, however it comes with major responsibilities that many of us forget to fulfill. In his article on our bad habits Dr Tunji Nasir brings to light some of our failings as dog owners and Roy Caleiro proposes twelve golden rules to enhance our dog’s life. I hope you will help us promote responsible dog ownership by encouraging your friends, families and community to give a little back to their dog. Bomi Rosiji

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“These golden rules will help you grant the boon of a good life to your dog and believe me a dog that leads a well-balanced life hardly ever develops any behavioural problems.”

By Ray Caleiro Discipline and good behaviour are not just for your Dog they apply to you, the pet-parent too. Buying a dog is not all “cochie coo” business -- it signals the beginning of a lifetime of commitment and responsibility.

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Love your dog unquestioningly. Treat him like a friend. Never hurt, punish, beat or abandon him. Seek professional help if you are ever pushed against the wall – there are feasible solutions to everything. Ensure good nutrition.

Take an informed decision about spaying/neutering.

Give him good veterinary care such as half yearly check-ups, vaccinations, dental check-ups, and more.

Ensure that all his papers are in order – get him an ID and license.

Training is a key to a long and fulfilled life.

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Groom him every day or as many times as necessary. Grooming is one way of bonding with your dog. Socialize your dog from day one – this will help him be comfortable around other people and animals as well as in public places.

Devote at least 30 minutes every day to play with your dog.

Ensure that you are a lawful dog owner-- obey all leash, vaccination, and noise pollution laws.

Always clean up after your dog – it prevents infections.

Exercise your dog for at least 30 minutes each day.

These golden rules will help you grant the boon of a good life to your dog and believe me a dog that leads a well balanced life hardly ever develops any behavioural problems. Whether you are a first time dog owner or a seasoned veteran, your learning never stops as far as it comes to training your dog. Each and every dog presents different training challenges, and the more equipped you are to handle these training issues the more likely you are to prevent any permanent and long term behavioural problems.

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About the Author Ray Coleiro is the author of the popular book “Dog Training Mastery - An Owner’s Manual!” To learn more about his proven Dog Training methods and life’s work, you can visit http://dogtrainingmastery. com/Dog_Training/dog-training.htm.

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Bad Habits to

Shake-Off

By DR. TUNJI NASIR Truthmiles Veterinary Services

ne of the problems militating against a balanced delivery of professional veterinary services in Nigeria is to a very large extent, the clients’ assumption of knowledge. What do I mean by this? A lot of times, clients reject helpful suggestions by their vets and resort to very bad practices that do no more than to harm their pets. Sometimes, I think this is due to a lack of deep interest in the pets themselves; or should I say a wrong pet economy and total

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unpreparedness for the task of pet keeping. It amounts to a defensive attitude to any suggestion that might increase the pet’s allowance in the family budget or perhaps resistance to change old habits or practices. It beats hollow that a client could trade advice from a vet to hearsay picked up off the street. A younger colleague of mine came to vent his frustration to me about how he had been unable to convince his clients to start giving their dogs dry food; even, after stressing the obvious advantages of the culture. Instead he was accused of wanting to benefit from the supply of the food to them without looking at the merits of his submission.

It could mean two things. Either he did not marshal his points well enough to convince his clients or the clients are just set in their opinions of any advice coming from a vet. If this is the case, we have a serious problem on our hands. Another issue that the majority of clients refuse to understand is this matter of whether dogs are meant to eat bones. At the moment, I am beginning to believe that, it is a Nigerian thing not to want to listen to voices of reasoning. In my facility, despite repeated advisory issued to clients, a good majority of them have turned the other ear and still indulge in giving their dogs bones of all shapes

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child or spouse and devote some time Similarly, some people believe that the and sizes. Some would pack chicken for the pet. I would expect that a pet or local practice of applying kerosene head and neck, some vertebrae, some, should I say an animal that you bought and engine oil on their pets to kill ticks all sorts of bones- fish bones, chicken for your household security, legs and you wouldn’t that has a part to play in believe it, some escape A lot of times, clients reject helpful your security, should also the consequences, but a receive premium attention lot have paid the big price. suggestions by their vets and because of the responsibiliMany dogs have died from resort to very bad practices that do ties you have imposed on such indiscretions. Can’t him. If not, your life could we just listen? no more than to harm their pets. be dangling by a thread. I do not know whether Or have you rescued a pet? Or bought and other pests should be applauded. there is any obvious benefit from one to make money? Are those not feeding bones to dogs. The most touted This habit has sent a lot of pets to their untimely death. Many practitioners still reason enough to be kind to the pet? one is that, it helps them to clean their In fact, if you consider the diverse reafind it very common with clients. teeth and remove tartar. Come on! This st sons that could trigger pet acquisition; is the 21 century. A lot of other safe all (except when you got one to make How do we stem this trend? products are in the market to serve money) emphasize love. And, if love this purpose and it is my candid advice is the reason why you took that step, What can we do to enforce compliance that, these dental products that come should you not sustain it to keep the of directives that would benefit our mostly like chews be embraced. They reason alive? I want you to consider pets? are cheap and available. It beats me that small thing that triggered your iniwhy you would allow your dog to die a Conceding however, I have come to tial interest and remember always that the conclusion that such an enterprise you have to show a little bit of attention cannot really be realized without the to the things that will promote the liveinterest of the client or owner. How lihood of the pet. interested is he in the affairs of his pet? Is he one that considers the pet to be It might not be out of place to consider member of his family or just another that certain changes in your lifestyle irritating being that he has to tolerate? and work schedule may have impacted negatively on the kind of attention you These things matter. Did he acquire give to your pet. Nonetheless, it is still the pet out of love for nature and its pertinent to state that such changes wonders? Was the pet given to him should be executed within a context as a gift? Was the pet brought home that will accommodate the care of the because a loving child/wife/ husband pet in the whole scheme of things. insisted on it? Was the pet rescued or very cheap death because you want to acquired out of pity because a previous For example, you could specifically save money. owner was mean (meaner)? Was it just detail a responsible member of your to answer our societal exigency of lack household for the care of the pet and Somebody just whispered to me that of proper security in the land? Or was get regular updates. While making time chewing of bones helps the dogs to it just to produce puppies and make available out of your very tight schedule stave off boredom, especially when money for you? to see things for yourself; also try to you give them very long bones that maintain a clear line of communication Any of these they cannot swallow but, only play aforemenwith. To this, I say no way! Because If you consider all the reasons tioned reaequally, there are products that will sons will influ- that could trigger pet acquisition; satisfy these yearnings and even keep the dogs very healthy because of added ence how he would carry all (except if you got it to make nutrients. Some come in shapes of out instrucplaythings like balls, squeaky toys and money) emphasize love. tions given so many other products that could by the vet for challenge the curiosity of your pets. the care of the pet. If he adores nature with the vet to receive a good audit of to an extent that he acquires a pet, I Sometimes, you may need to devote your household reports. would naturally assume that, such love some time to your pets to exercise and is transferred to the pet at any time; play with them. Exercise, like throw and If you do this, you are just being smart if he/she loves a child/wife/husband fetch- Frisbees is a healthy alternative as these actions will go a long way in to a level that he/she bought a pet for for you and the pet. protecting your investment on the him or her, I would also expect that, he pet and also makes you a very responwill not want to break the heart of the sible owner.

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So You’d Like Dog to Build a House? By Stephani Hetu

Well, here is how it’s done. Any good How to Build a Dog House Plan should begin by making sure the house is big enough to accommodate your puppy’s ultimate grown-up size. You would not like to live in a house whose ceiling was below your head height--neither would your dog. Most humans like about 2 feet of air above their heads in order not to feel claustrophobic! That comfort zone is about 1/3 of their standing height. Allow your pet the same airiness. Figure out how tall it will stand as a mature pet and make sure the ceiling of the dog house is 1/3 taller again!

Raise the house a few inches off the ground to allow air and water to flow beneath. Ventilation is important for the health of your dog and to dissuade pests from invading its home. A few nickel-sized holes in the walls under the eaves should be sufficient. Install a wind block inside the house so the dog can use the heat of its own body to warm up the area if it is really cold and windy outside. Any good plan for how to build a dog house will have a house big enough so that a partial wall will allow the dog to escape the elements. The dog can choose whether to just sleep in the entry room or go around the inner archway maze wall into the inner sanctum. Both areas could have bedding or a pillow, such as one filled with cedar chips to discourage fleas.

Make the floor just the littlest bit slanted toward the doorway. Any good “how to build a dog house” plan will make certain that any rain that does enter via the ventilation holes or doorway automatically drains out. Make sure that the roof is built at a slant, as well, for obvious run-off reasons. Do not paint the inside of the house, but do make sure that the house is well insulated.

Make sure the dog house faces away from the major storm direction. In the U.S., most storms come from the south and west. Not all, mind you, but most! So most how to build a dog house plans will suggest that the ideal placement of a dog house door is to the east. That way, even in the wintertime, the cold north wind will not whip inclement weather into the dog’s entryway.

Finally, almost all How To Build a Dog House Plans will have you put hinges on the roof of the house for easy cleaning. When you clean the dog, you should clean its house and bedding --just as faithfully as you would wish your pet to be to you!

About the Author Stephanie Hetu is a dog lover and the editor of the Cute Puppy Dog Newsletter. http://www.cutepuppydog.com

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Taking Terrific Photos

Your Dog

If your goal is a more formal portrait of your dog – you are in luck! It is actually easier to get Princess to pose than to be cute. Once again – preparation is the key.

By Hope Saidel Dogs have a wonderful sense of humour. The moment you turn on your camera – they stop doing whatever made you reach for it. Great pet pictures do happen, just not as often as we’d like. The keys to great pictures of your dog are planning and patience. Fortunately, with digital cameras, we no longer have to worry about the expenses of film and developing. We can take dozens of pictures and only print the perfect shot – no one has to know how long it took to take! In order to take great candid pictures of your dog, the first step is to get Sparky accustomed to the sound of the camera. If you just turn it on randomly, without taking any pictures, it will become “background noise” that your Fluffy ignores. If Spot only sees a camera occasionally, it’s going to be

something new and different he has to investigate. What dog owner doesn’t have a gorgeous close-up of canine nostrils in the back of the picture box? The next step is to add the shutter sound. Don’t aim the camera; don’t try to focus on anything in particular. Remember, we’ll be deleting these pictures. It is another layer of sound Fido will learn to accept. The addition of flash may cause a setback or two. Rover is not going to enjoy that bright light any more than we do and he doesn’t know what it is for. You may want to add a distraction at this point – take a flash photo at the same time you throw Bingo’s favourite toy. Sooner or later, Scruffy is going to learn that taking pictures is just another weird human behaviour. At this point you are ready to get those great candid shots. Be sure the camera is ready, too. Keep those batteries charged!

Get your background in place, whatever it is. Set up the props you want to use, look through your viewfinder at all corners and borders. Make sure there is nothing in the shot that you don’t want there. Use a stuffed animal as Fifi is stand-in to make sure the floor lamp isn’t growing out of her head. Set up a stash of treats near where you’ll be shooting – but keep them out of Pumpkin’s reach. Next step: take Bruiser out and play ball, vigorously, for five or 10 minutes. You want to take the “edge” off, so he is happy and expectant, but not too fresh to focus. Come back in, let Lucky get a drink, and put the toys away for now. Give Brutus a little primp – run a comb through his hair and wipe off any drool - and take him to your photo shoot. Keep things happy and upbeat. Since you’ve set up in advance, all you need to do is tell Trooper to sit and stay, turn on your camera and shoot. Reset and repeat. And repeat. And repeat. Sooner or later, one of you will be too tired to resist. If it is Precious – you finally get the shot you want. Print, frame and enjoy!

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Hope Saidel is the co-owner of www.GollyGear.com, a bricks-and-mortar and online small dog shop featuring fun, affordable and practical products for small dogs.

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Ticks Explained

How to Check Your Dog For Ticks By Randa Magdi

Ticks are parasites that can be deadly to our pets, other animals and to humans. Although ticks are commonly thought of as insects, they are actually bloodsucking arachnids like scorpions, spiders and mites. Ticks can be present anywhere; from deep woods, to urban parks and to your own backyards. Adult ticks attach themselves to the tips of grass blades and vegetation and transfer themselves onto passing animals or humans. Ticks are not very mobile - they rely on passing animals to transport and feed them. With their hairy coats, closeness to the ground, playfulness and love of

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exploration, dogs are the perfect host for ticks. The tick will attach itself to a warm, moist and dark place on the body then insert a probe into the skin and begin sucking blood. Dogs are apparently 50 to 100 times more likely than humans to come into contact with disease-carrying ticks. As a result, each year thousands of dogs contract Lyme disease, anaplasmosis and other vectorborne diseases. Lyme disease in dogs is difficult to detect, and warning signs may not appear until several months after infection. Signs may come and go and can mimic other conditions. In severe cases of Lyme disease, kidney failure can occur and lead to death. You need to check your pet for ticks. It is easier to feel for ticks than to look for them. Mostly, the ticks are found around the head, neck, chest, front legs and especially behind the ears, with many exceptions.

Remove a tick as soon as you discover it. Use fine pointed tweezers and grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible (making sure to grasp the tick where the mouth parts are embedded into the skin). Gently pull the tick straight out with steady pressure. If you have difficulty, seek veterinary help. Do not try to kill the tick by dabbing it with methylated spirits or other chemicals. This will cause the tick to inject more toxins.

If the tick is accidentally pulled apart and the head stays in the skin, there is a risk of being infected with other microscopic organisms. This kind of infection has nothing to do with Lyme disease, but can still be dangerous and unpleasant and it’s worth taking your dog to the vet for assistance. If you have a dog with a long coat, a comb is a great way to find ticks. You need to comb your dog from the top of the head and go through its fur, running the comb backwards, against the grain of the fur, followed with your hands. Feel for any bumps and if you feel one, stop and have a good look. You need to pay particular attention to armpits, behind the ears, and in the ears. To create a home environment that is free of ticks, as a precaution, you should regularly cut the grass in your backyard. This not only protects your pets from ticks but also protects you from them also. Luckily for dog owners, a wide array of pest control products for pets are available from the supermarket or vet.

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Understanding Dog Fleas How Fleas Breed & Affect Your Dog’s Health

By Moses Chia leas belong to the insect order Siphonaptera. They are common pests and may attack many mammals, including man. They can be a year round problem because they infest not only pets but also the home of the owner. Because of this, treatment of the pet alone may only temporarily solve a flea infestation. Although many species of fleas feed primarily on one type of animal, the common cat and dog flea will readily take blood from a variety of animals, including man. Flea infestations of pets and their homes will most likely involve the cat flea, Ctenocephalides felis and occasionally the dog flea, C. canis. Fleas are small (2 to 4 mm in length), brownish to black insects which are characteristically flattened from side to side. Adults are wingless but capable of jumping relatively long distances. Adults feed exclusively on blood with their piercing-sucking mouthparts.

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When not actively feeding, adult fleas often hide in locations frequented by the host animal such as your dog bedding, sofas, or carpeted areas. The common cat and dog fleas breed throughout the year. After feeding and mating, the female deposits her eggs, usually on the host. Several eggs are laid daily and up to several hundred over a lifetime. Eggs normally fall off the host into bedding material or similar areas and hatch within two weeks. Flea eggs accumulate in areas where the host spends most of its time. In addition, adult fleas defecate small pellets of digested blood which also drop off into the environment. A flea comb will often gather this fecal matter at the base of the spines providing a good sign of flea infestation. The combination of white flea eggs and black dried blood specks may appear as a sprinkling of salt and pepper where an infested animal has slept. Fleas undergo complete metamorphosis, that is, they pass

through four developmental stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. Immature fleas do not resemble adults at all. Flea larvae are tiny, light in colour, and worm-like, without legs. They feed primarily on various debris and organic material including the droppings of the adults which contain digested blood. Flea larvae can be found indoors and outdoors, wherever the eggs have fallen off the host. In houses, flea larvae live in carpeting, furniture, animal bedding and other protected areas with high humidity. Flea larvae also live outdoors in areas where animals spend time such as under porches in and around dog houses, etc. Because flea larvae depend on the adults fecal pellets of dried blood as a food source, they cannot live in lawns or other outdoor areas unless the pet visits those areas enough to provide this food. Depending on the species of flea and environmental conditions the larvae will pupate in one week to several months. The pupa is contained within

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a loose silken cocoon which is often covered by bits of debris. Under average conditions, the life cycle of the flea normally requires between 30 and 75 days but may take much longer. Adult fleas inside the cocoon, called pre-emerged fleas, will stay in that condition for weeks to months if no external cues from a host are available. However, when disturbed by the presence of a host such as vibrations or carbon dioxide from exhaled breath, the fleas emerge simultaneously and attack the host. This is why it is possible to return to a house or apartment that has been empty for months and find it full of fleas. When the normal host is available, fleas may feed several times a day but they are capable of surviving extended periods of starvation. In household

situations, the normal host is a cat or dog. However, if the normal host is removed, starved fleas will readily seek other sources of blood and more often than not, man is the alternate host. In severe infestations, fleas will attack humans even though the normal host is present.

and itching from flea bites results in scratching and potential secondary infection. Fleas can also transmit the double-pored dog tapeworm to dogs and cats. Finally, persistent attacks from fleas can cause severe allergic responses in some people and pets. Once sensitised, a single flea bite can produce symptoms including hair loss, usually around the base of the tail, dermatitis, and intense itching. In worse cases, puppies and young kittens can also die from serious fleas infestations.

In severe infestations, fleas will attack humans even though the normal host is present.

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Certain species of fleas have been known to transmit such diseases as bubonic plague and murine typhus. These have never been a major problem. The major problems with fleas are as a nuisance pest. The irritation

With proper flea management knowledge, flea problems will not be a big issue and can be won over easily. Moses Chia is the webmaster of DogsObedienceTraining.com.

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Time For A

Dog Bath

Dog Bathing Tips For You And Your Dog By Teresa James Cleanliness and proper grooming can be very important to the continued good health of our beloved pets. But bathing our puppy or adult dog can often prove to be a challenge. There are many questions, myths and opinions floating around when discussing the best care for different dog types and temperaments. Check out these dog bathing tips to get some great ideas so you’ll be prepared for your next dog bath and grooming session. How often should you bath your dog? How often your pet will need a dog bath will depend on the breed and what type of activities the dog is involved in. It’s best to bathe your dog only when your dog is really dirty. Just use your nose – that telltale doggy smell will let you know it is time for a bath. If a dog is bathed too often the skin will be stripped of its natural, protective oils. This will result in dry itchy skin, which will cause your dog

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to scratch, further irritating the already sensitive skin. If you need to bathe your dog more frequently make sure to use a good quality pet shampoo that will also moisturise your dog’s skin. You may also want to follow up with an after bath pet coat conditioner specifically formulated for dry skin. Where is the best place to bath your dog? In warm weather you can bathe your dog outside. Pick a place that will not turn to mud when it gets wet. It is a good idea to have a washtub large enough for your dog to stand up in and fill it with a few inches of water. Water straight from a garden hose may start off warm, but usually gets cold very fast. If your dog starts to resist and shiver, as the water gets colder, you may want to consider another option.

Many pet owners have overcome this problem by purchasing a raised dog bath. This convenient, back-saving dog bath is often used with a water temperature mixer valve assembly that completely solves this problem. With the proper equipment set up you’ll be able to save your back and control the water temperature of your dog’s bath. Why you should brush your dog thoroughly before bathing

Depending on the type of coat your dog has you may need an assortment of grooming brushes and combs to properly care for your dog’s skin and coat. Before you bathe your dog it is always a good idea to brush your pet’s coat thoroughly to remove any tangles or matted areas as well as any other foreign debris. Many dog owners know firsthand that if they don’t spend time removing old, established tangles and mats before bathing many times they just get worse.

If your dog has got into any sticky or gooey substances such as tar or gum, never use commercial solvents or industrial cleaners on your dog’s coat. Many of these are toxic to your dog. Try dissolving these substances with mineral oil. If you are unable to remove something from your dog’s coat carefully snip away the affected area. It is always best to sacrifice some hair or fur since it will grow back rather than risk damage to the skin. Brush your dog thoroughly between baths, daily if you can, to distribute the natural oils and remove tangles, mats and foreign matter. Always use a pet shampoo that is specially formulated for the pH of your pet’s skin. Never use “people” shampoos since our skin pH level is much more acidic than our canine

“Some breeds should never be rubbed, only patted, since their coats easily tangle.”

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friends’ skin and could irritate your dog’s skin. A popular bathing technique is to start at your dog’s head and work your way toward the tail. This is especially the case if it is possible that fleas are present. If you know that your dog has fleas you may want to use a flea & tick shampoo. Starting at your dog’s head forces any fleas to gather away from your dog’s face, eyes, and ears. It is much easier to dunk the rear of your dog into the tub than your dog’s face. As you may imagine, your dog is likely to be much more cooperative by following this simple bathing technique. Let your dog get used to the sound of the running water. If you are using a tub or basin fill it with a few inches of warm water. Then get your dog into the bath. If you are using a raised dog bath just secure your dog into the dog bath. Starting from the head thoroughly wet your dog with warm water. You can use a plastic pitcher or a spray nozzle for this task. If you are using a spray nozzle make sure the spray is not too strong. Never spray water directly onto your dog’s face or genitals.

“A popular bathing technique is to start at your dog’s head and work your way toward the tail.” instructions on the package. Work it in from the head to the tail. Be sure to get all those nooks and crannies; such as the rectum, between the toes, behind the ears and under the chin. Be careful not to get shampoo in your dog’s eyes. If this is a concern you can protect your dog’s eyes by putting some protective eye gel in each eye just before getting your dog into the bath. Rinse your dog thoroughly with warm water. Shampoo residue can cause skin irritations so make sure you give your dog’s coat a thorough rinsing. Towel drying your pet’s coat in the dog bath

will remove some of the excess water before you take your dog out of the tub. Some breeds should never be rubbed, only patted, since their coats easily tangle. Dog owners often prefer to use dedicated pet towels. Although many dog owners think of bathing their dog as a challenge, with the right approach, supplies, and equipment, you can get through it relatively unscathed. And don’t forget to reward your dog’s good behaviour in the bathing process with treats and plenty of loving kindness.

Apply a pet shampoo/coat conditioner. Follow the About the Author

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Teresa James is the Webmaster of www.Dog-Supplies-Advisor.com a site dedicated to providing dog care advice on a broad range of dog-related topics.

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Babies and Toddlers

Is this your first dog? Do you have older children as well? Why are you getting a dog now?

Is Your Child Ready For a Dog? By Shannon Emmanuel

Doing your homework now will avoid unpleasant disappointment in the future. Are you considering buying a dog for your child or children? Before you do, take a moment to evaluate your family and determine if your children are ready for a dog. Here are some questions you might use to help you decide if buying a dog is right for your family. 32 Dog’s World

These three questions will help you to consider whether you can invest the time and effort required to care for a dog. Dogs are a big responsibility and if you have not been solely responsible for a dog previously you may find the work and time involved in training, feeding, grooming and playing to be more than you can handle while caring for a young baby or toddler. Your young children may benefit from having a dog from a young age. They will certainly develop very strong attachments to the family pet. But young children are not very trustworthy to be left alone around a dog and they are not aware enough to desire a pet. Not only will they do just as well without a dog, but the extra caution needed while young children are present may cause you more stress and frustration than if they were older.

“The cost of owning a dog must also be considered. Vet fees, adoption or purchase costs, licensing, food and grooming should be accounted for before choosing your dog”. home alone for long periods of time, maybe an older dog will provide the needed company, while avoiding the extra work of training a puppy.

Pre-Schoolers and Young Children

If your family is established and you are not expecting to add a baby into the mix, you still need to consider a few things before getting a dog. Are you aware of the time required? Can you afford a dog? Will your children be safe?

If you decide to get a dog because you feel it is a normal part of family life and you want to ‘complete’ the package while your child is young, do not rush into purchasing a dog right away. For the various reasons above, a dog is a major decision and it might be better to wait a year or more.

The work involved in training (especially house training) and caring for a puppy can easily take several hours of your day. Depending on your method of obedience and house training you should consider if you have the energy to deal with a puppy consistently and with urgency while implementing house rules at this crucial stage.

If the dog is to be a companion to a mother who will now be

Young children and preschoolers may find it exciting

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to help you feed, wash and walk the dog. However, children this young are still likely to startle or maul a puppy which may lead to accidental injuries – harming both the puppy and the child. The cost of owning a dog must also be considered. Vet fees, adoption or purchase costs, licensing, food and grooming should be accounted for before choosing your dog. Doing your homework now will avoid unpleasant disappointment in the future. If you feel that your life is free enough of distractions that you will look forward to the temporary unsettling of bringing a puppy home, you may well find this a wonderful, curious age that will be delighted with a puppy. You will need diligence in watching both the puppy and children until training has been established. You will also need to give your children reminders about how they must treat the puppy to prevent accidents.

Older Children and Teens

Some families choose to wait until

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children are older before bringing a dog home. In many cases they feel this will aid in teaching their children responsibility. But what questions should parents of older children ask before getting a dog? Who is responsible for the dog? How long will the dog be with you? In all cases the parents must ultimately accept the responsibility of caring for the dog, both financially and physically. Although your pre-teen may

“Dogs are social animals and you will be doing great harm if you leave your dog tied up outside for days at a time, ignored and unhappy”. insist on his or her desire to take full responsibility for walking, feeding and

playing with the dog, you as a parent must be willing to take this on if your child fails to keep to his or her word. It is a big responsibility to take on a pet like a dog. They are far more demanding on your attention than cats or other pets. They are social animals and you will be doing great harm if you leave your dog tied up outside for days at a time, ignored and unhappy. If you still choose to get a dog as a family pet you should consider the future care of the dog. A dog generally has a life span of 10 – 15 years, depending on the breed. If you are getting a dog as a companion for an older child or a teenager who will ultimately care for the dog during the years to come when your child leaves home, goes to college or gets married? While all of these questions should assist you in determining if your family should get a dog right now, it is also wise to find out more about the kind of dog that would best suit your family. All the work you do beforehand will help you make a choice that everyone will be able to enjoy.

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AskDr. Swift Dear Dr. Swift, We have a gorgeous purebred dog named Lexie. We are hesitant to have her spayed because we think she would produce beautiful puppies that we could possibly sell. What are your thoughts on this? Dr. Swift says: There is much more to being a responsible and successful dog breeder than having a beautiful dog with a good pedigree and free of genetic predisposition to heritable disease such as hip dysplasia, etc. You need to be sure breeding is the best choice for your dog, your family and the puppies before you decide to breed your beloved pet. We need to first consider the effects breeding may have on Lexie. Each heat cycle Lexie increases her chance to develop mammary gland cancer and to have an infection called pyometra in her uterus. She always will go through a 63-day gestation period and a minimum of 49 days of caring for a litter of puppies ranging from one to more than 10 puppies, depending on her breed. This experience alone may alter her personality or, in the worst case, she may not want to care for the puppies, leaving you to bottle feed them every few hours until they are old enough to eat puppy food. There always are risks when delivering a litter of puppies, and every breeder needs to plan for a possible C-section that can range in cost from $800 to $3,000, depending on whether it is performed at an emergency centre in the middle of the night or by your regular veterinarian.

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Responsible breeders also will have genetic tests performed prior to breeding to make sure the parents do not have any genetic conditions that could be passed to the puppies, such as hip/elbow dysplasia, eye abnormalities and heart disease, to name a few. These tests can range from $200 for x-rays to $60 for DNA tests. As pet parents, you will be concerned for Lexie’s well-being before the puppies arrive and will need to transform your home into a puppysafe zone. This preparation will include buying or building a whelping box where Lexie will deliver and care for her puppies during the first few weeks. You also should plan to take time off work around the time of delivery since not all dogs have an easy delivery, and you should be prepared to assist. After the puppies arrive, you will have daily cleaning and basic care for Lexie and the puppies. Veterinary visits will be needed at six weeks for a physical exam, vaccines and deworming. They may need visits sooner, depending on the breed and any problems that may arise with Lexie and the puppies. As the puppies grow, it is up to the breeder to provide appropriate socialisation and puppy play that nurtures a good relationship with the puppy so they have a smooth transition into their new forever home. Each puppy will need to find a family that understands the needs of their new puppy (every breed is difference). For example, a Labrador puppy is adorable at 12 pounds when it leave your home, but if the new owner did not expect it to turn into an 80-pound

dog that loves to retrieve and chew everything at eight months, the puppy and new owner have a problem. Millions of pets end up in shelters because they didn’t fit into their homes or because someone breeding with the intention of selling puppies wasn’t able to find homes for all of them. Unfortunately, many of these pets are put to sleep because homes were not available for them. Education for the puppy buyer is essential before they take their new puppy home. So, before you decide to breed Lexie, make sure you and your family are ready to make the commitment to better her breed by performing all recommended genetic and prebreeding tests (both for Lexie and the stud dog) and by making both the time and financial commitment. You should realize that good breeders don’t make money on a litter of puppies. They strive to place every puppy into the right home, and many require buyers to fill out an application to purchase one of their puppies. If this does not sound like the right choice for Lexie and your family, please have her spayed to decrease her risk of medical problems later in life and to guard against an unplanned litter of puppies. Visit your local veterinarian to learn more about how you can support spay/neuter in your community and help end pet overpopulation. Wendy Swift, DVM, is an Associate Veterinarian at Ottawa Animal Hospital. DOGS UNLEASHED Magazine

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NANCY The Stray Dog

I have a passion for animals. I grew up in an environment where there were a lot of dogs.

peeping at me from under a truck. I could not ignore her stare, it was as if it pierced through my soul. I approached her carefully because I was worried that she might have rabies.

One day, as I got ready to leave the farm, I noticed the queer creature

Nancy got used to the sound of my motorcycle, so much so that when she heard me approaching, she would

By Okoli Solomon Chieloka have a passion for animals. In fact, I grew up in an environment where there were a lot of dogs. However, my most memorable experience was with a stray dog I named Nancy. It all happened during my national youth service year in Kebbi State. I was posted to a big poultry farm called Danguchi farms. Every day I set out to work on my motorcycle, I noticed a strange dog trailing behind me. It soon became the routine.

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I called out to her and she replied with a wiggle to her tail. She was scruffy and unkempt, but it was love at first sight. Throughout my service, I would seize every opportunity to play with her. My new friendship was soon met with disapproving looks from the farm workers nearby.

stand by the gate, as if to welcome me. I was amazed by her loyalty. One day, Nancy ran towards me and lay on the floor as if to say she was all mine. As I knelt down to give her a bone, I discovered that she was pregnant. On the day Nancy delivered I was sad to discover that she could not produce milk for her puppies. I immediately rushed to the market to get her some milk and meat. I gave her the food. Several hours later she finally produced milk and I was happy. I had to leave Kebbi at the end of my service, but I will never forget Nancy the Stray.

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What My Dog Taught Me About Business “People who notice little things and offer support and encouragement are appreciated in the rat race business world. Always take the time to evaluate the person standing in front of you, and offer kind words when it seems appropriate.” By Andra Watkins www.positusonline.com/

Tackle problems with ingenious solutions

Not too long ago, my dog died. She lived with me for 16 years, practically since I had been on my own. The decision to end her life was one of the most difficult I have ever had to make. In the days leading up to the end (which were mercifully few), I relived so much of the past 16 years. Jazz taught me so much, about both business and life. Here are a few business tips I gathered from watching my beloved dog.

Early in my 20′s, I made a multi-course meal and invited guests over. Because I had slaved over the meal, I decided to leave it on the table for a while and sit with my guests. I heard clinking in the dining room and raced in to find Jazzmine on the table grazing from everything left. She smelled the food, jumped up on a chair and reached the table by being extremely smart (and terrible!) If you are struggling with some business issue, step back from it and look at it from a different perspective or with fresh eyes. You might see a solution lurking there somewhere, all because you forced yourself to see things differently.

Do things to stand out from the pack One of Jazz’s favourite attention grabbers was plundering my guests’ suitcases, pulling out underwear or some other embarrassing unmentionable, and parading all through the house with it in her mouth. People always noticed her. While we may not be able to get away with such behaviour in business, we can be creative and devise unique ways to stand out from the crowd through marketing, branding, promotional items or simply by our approach to potential business.

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Know when to rest Before I met my husband, Jazz slept with me, and she always knew her bedtime. I would often find her curled up in the bed with her head on a pillow just like a person, snoring contentedly. It was really quite cute. Personally, I cannot function without enough rest. My clients deserve my best attention and efforts, and taking the time to rest makes me more productive. (Note: This

works for people in general, not just me.)

Be sensitive to others’ needs I cannot count the stupid decisions I have made that resulted in my finding myself crying all alone. Jazz always knew how to comfort me without saying a word. People who notice little things and offer support and encouragement are appreciated in the rat race business world. Always take the time to evaluate the person standing in front of you, and offer kind words when it seems appropriate.

Beg gracefully Jazzmine could stand on her hind legs and turn around and around in circles for a treat, and she would not take “No” for an answer. Learn how to turn those rejections into “Yes!” for more business success by evaluating your sales pitch and getting objective feedback. Some small tweaks could make a big business difference. Jazzmine was my oldest friend, and I will always miss her.

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Did you know? The Chow Chow may have contributed to the development of other breeds such as the Norwegian Elkhound, Pomeranian and Samoyed.

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The

Chow Chow Aloof, reserved, independent, dignified, and stubborn.

Description: The Chow Chow is a large, stocky dog with a lion-like appearance. Its most distinctive feature is its blueblack tongue. The most common colors are solid red, black, blue, and cream Watchdog ability: 4/5 Child friendly: 2/5 Origin: The Chow is a breed of dog that was developed in Mongolia approximately 4,000 years ago. This makes it one of the most ancient all dog breeds. Originally used as a hunting dog, it also performs tasks related to guarding boats, herding, and protecting homes. Some peoples in China also use the dog’s thick fur to make coats to protect them from harsh winters. Temperament: The Chow Chow is a well-mannered dog and quite good with children. If you are looking for an affectionate companion, this is probably not the best choice. It is an independent and very dominant breed that requires a dominant owner. It should be thoroughly socialized preferably from an early age. If you allow this dog to become dominant, it will become stubborn and unruly. A proud dog, it does not respond to physical abuse.

Size: Height: 46 - 56 cm Weight: 20 - 32 kg Health problems: They are prone to suffer eye irritation called entropion which causes the eyelid to roll inward, irritating or injuring the eyeball. One or both eyes can be affected. If your

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Dog Grooming

Maintaining A

P P osh

“Before you purchase or adopt a dog, it’s a good idea to find out how much grooming it will require”. By Paolo Basauri Dog grooming is not simply an aesthetic bonus for our canine friends. Maintaining a regular grooming schedule will help to keep your dog both happy and healthy. Routine dog grooming will ensure that your dog is free of parasites, has healthy skin and a shiny coat, and has good dental health. Of course, the aesthetic benefits are also a plus. Only a true dog lover wants to be around a dirty, stinky dog with bad breath. Proper dog grooming will bring out the best in man’s best friend.

A complete coat brushing to eliminate tangles and matted hair

Styling as requested (can include accessories such as bows, rhinestones and bandannas)

Nail trimming

Ear cleaning and examination for parasites

While dog grooming can be performed at home, the best results can be achieved via a professional dog groomer. A thorough dog grooming session takes care of all the hygienic needs of your dog. The grooming process generally takes an hour or two to accomplish, but the results are well worth the time spent. A typical dog grooming session consists of the following treatments for your dog:

How Often Should Dog Grooming Take Place?

A thorough bath including flea dip (if applicable)

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* Short-Coated – Dogs with short dense coats, such as Corgis and Boxers need a weekly brushing, but do not need to be bathed more than once or twice a year unless a problem arises. * Long-Coated – Long coated dogs, such as Collies and Sheepdogs, require a daily brushing to keep their coats in good condition. Additional dog grooming including regular bathing, should be administered once every other month. * Silky-Coated – Afghans, Cocker Spaniels and Pekinese dogs belong to the silky coated dog group. These dogs require daily brushing and a thorough dog grooming session four times a year.

“Routine dog grooming will ensure that your dog is free of parasites, has healthy skin and a shiny coat, and has good dental health”.

What’s Involved in Dog Grooming?

* Curly-Coated – Dogs such as Poodles have a dense and curly coat that is fairly resistant to water. These dogs will require dog grooming at least once every two months, or six times a year.

Wire-Coated – Wire coated dogs require considerable dog grooming. Dogs such as Terriers and Schnauzers should be bathed every three months and have their coat clipped every six to eight weeks.

Smooth-Coated – The smoothcoated class of dogs includes Labrador Retrievers, Doberman Pinschers and Dachshunds. These are very low maintenance dogs and require only weekly brushing and bathing as necessary.

Teeth cleaning

The frequency with which you should groom your dog is dependent on the breed and coat quality of your dog. Some breeds are considered high maintenance in terms of dog grooming, while others need only periodic care. Before you purchase or adopt a dog, it’s a good idea to find out how much grooming it will require. A basic guide to dog grooming by coat type is as follows:

Whatever type of dog you own, it’s important to see that proper grooming is maintained for the health and happiness of your canine companion.

About the Author Paolo Basauri is an expert author who writes for http://www.graduateschoolsearch.org

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THE

QUALITIES OF A GOOD TRAINER

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Adedapo A Ojora DWLK9

hear loads of people claiming to be dog trainers. I thing there needs to be a distinction between someone who has the ability to teach a dog to perform commands and perform tricks in practical terms, and someone who understands the mechanics of dog training such as triggers, stimuli, drives and the art of problem solving. Where possible always try and look for a professional trainer with certification. This is a person that has the ability to look inside the mind of a dog. He is someone who can read dogs and knows what they see, smell and know. He understands a dogs cognitive development and abilities, he is able to explain how dogs perceive their own world and each other. A good trainer is someone who understands why their dogs do what they do. Remember that once taught, your dog will not unlearn. It is therefore very important to ensure that you are certain of who you allow to train your dog. Like a good manager can recognize what makes a worker tick and get the best out of them, a good trainer recognizes what makes a dog tick. A dog will do some of its tasks because it enjoys them, meanwhile, it might need to be encouraged to do other tasks, while, there are some tasks it must be coerced to for fear of what may happen if it doesn’t. If you are the lucky owner of a dog that enjoys everything and wants to please you then all you need is a positive attitude. But the skill of the trainer lies in the ability to show the dog what is required at a pace which matches the dog’s intelligence; and in such a way (not always text book fashion) that the dog succeeds. Small steps are taken, one at a time, concentrating totally on what is to be achieved and using every part of your person to achieve the results. That and

Your dog is not an actor. Some are mischievous, others devious and some downright dishonest. that lets the dog know they are the boss and are always in control. Your dog, however, is not an actor. What you see is what you get. Some are mischievous, others devious and some downright dishonest. You can usually read this and a trainer should act the part that makes the dog perform correctly. Play angry, play happy, play encouragement, whatever it takes to get the end results you require from your dog. Patience certainly is a dog trainer’s virtue. Anger is such a negative and destructive emotion that it should play no part in training a dog.

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Your Dog Is

in Pain?

“Some breeds of dogs, such as the American Pit Bull Terrier, have a higher pain threshold and need to be watched more closely for signs of pain.” By Jennifer Bryant Dog owners, who recognise the early signs and symptoms of illness or pain in their dogs, will not only relieve their loved one’s suffering but may also be able to save themselves an expensive trip to the veterinarian. Not only is it important to recognise these signs early to relieve pain and suffering, but it is much more effective to treat an illness when it is detected early.

can cause the temperature to rise by 2º - 3º when the dog is actually in normal health. If your dog’s temperature reaches 105º and above, or 96º and below, please take it to the emergency vet immediately! An adult dog will have a respiratory rate of 15 - 20 breaths per minute

The dog owner should keep an accurate and detailed account of their dog’s symptoms to help the veterinarian correctly diagnose and effectively treat the dog’s illness or condition. Most canine illnesses are detected through a combination of various signs and symptoms: Temperature, Respiratory Rate and Heart Rate A new born puppy will have a temperature of 94º - 97º F which will eventually reach the normal adult body temperature of 101.5º F at the age of 4 weeks. Take care when trying to take your dog or puppies temperature as the thermometer can easily be broken off in the canine’s rectum. Also any form of excitement

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(depending on variables such as size and weight) and a heart rate of 80 - 120 beats per minute. You can feel for your dog’s

heartbeat by placing your hand on its lower ribcage just behind the elbow. Don’t be alarmed if the heartbeat seems irregular compared to a human’s heartbeat, it is irregular in many dogs. Have your vet check it out and get used to how it feels when it is normal. Behavioural Changes Any behavioural changes that are not associated with a change in the household atmosphere, such as jealousy over a new pet or child may be an indication of an illness. Signs of behavioural changes may be: • Depression • Anxiety • Fatigue • Sleepiness • Trembling • Falling or Stumbling If your dog shows any of these signs, he needs to be kept under close watch for a few hours, or even a few days, until positive signs develop or he has returned to normal. Do not try to exercise the dog or put him in any situation that may cause stress. Most veterinarians will want for you to keep track of when the symptoms first

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appeared, whether they are getting better or worse, and also whether the symptoms are intermittent, continuous, or increasing in frequency.

Some breeds of dogs (such as the American Pit Bull Terrier) have a higher pain threshold and need to be watched more closely for signs of pain. Breeds with a high pain tolerance are more likely to endure the pain without vocalisation.

Pain Dogs that are in pain will likely indicate that they are suffering by giving Another clue to pain is a change you clues as to where the area of in temperament. A dog that is in discomfort is. For instance, a dog that pain may show signs of aggression. has abdominal pain will continually Please take note of this before glance toward their belly, bite or lick the area, and will not want to “A dog that is in pain may show leave his bed. signs of aggression. Please take note The dog may stand hunched of this before concluding that a dog over, or take the has become vicious and let your ‘prayer position’ veterinarian know so that the correct which is when a dog gets down treatment can be administered.” on its forelegs with the hind concluding that a dog has become legs still standing, because of the pain vicious and let your veterinarian in her abdominal area. know so that the correct treatment can be administered. Also females Dogs cannot tell you that they are in general (even humans!) have hurting or cry real tears, but a dog may days when they are just in a bad vocalise its pain in a different way. A mood for no obvious reason. Take dog that is hurt suddenly (such as being note of days or times that these stepped on) will cry out or whimper mood swings occur, as well as any in pain. This also happens when an events that might have triggered external injury or internal injury (such them. as an organ) is touched. Whining or vocalisation that is unprovoked may be caused from an internal injury as well.

Other signs that your dog may be sick: • Ears: discharge, debris, odour, scratching, crusted tips, twitching or shaking. • Eyes: redness, swelling or discharge. • Nose: runny, thickened or coloured discharge, crusty. • Coughing, sneezing, vomiting or gagging. • Shortness of breath, irregular breathing or prolonged/heavy panting • Evidence of parasites in the dog’s stool, strange colour, blood in the stool, or lack of a bowel movement (constipation). • Loss of appetite or not drinking as much water as normally would. • Weight loss. • Strange colour of urine, small amount of urine, straining, dribbling, or not going as frequently as normal. • Bad odour coming from mouth, ears, or skin. • Hair loss, wounds, tumours, dander or change of the skin’s colour. • Biting of the skin, parasites, scratching or licking the skin frequently.

Goodwill Indeed, there is no gainsay, Dog’s World Magazine powered and published by Rosiji Foundation (and sponsored by JOJO Dog Food) has become an enviable and outstanding compendium of information as well as “reporter of repute” for all events happening within the dog world in Nigeria. I sincerely look forward to the day when this magazine will hit the news

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stand around the country for all dog lovers and the general public. I tell you, it will become a hit because you are an authority and No 1. Finally, I do commend the management of the magazine for your untiring spirit and trail blazing effort at growing the dog world in Nigeria. Keep the good work going.

Dr Dapo Collins

Chairman, Nigeria Veterinary Medical Association, Lagos Chapter

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Dog Bites Other Dog Injuries and

By Granny’s Mettle Dog bites are very common injuries for both adults and children. They can cause serious consequences from permanent disfigurement to psychological trauma. Worse, they could also result in death. Noone is immune to sudden attacks of dogs. In protecting oneself, always remember that there is no such thing as a dog that doesn’t bite. In fact, statistics show that most cases of dog bite injuries are from those that are considered as pets. So to protect yourself and your family from getting bitten, here is some information you need to know that might be helpful:

Basic Steps to Safety • DO NOT approach a dog, especially when you are not familiar with the animal. Even when you know the dog, ask the owner’s permission before you try to touch or pet it. When you have the owner’s permission, extend the back of your hand and allow the dog to sniff you before you try to touch or pet it. Rule of thumb: EXTEND THE BACK OF YOUR HAND, NOT YOUR FINGERS. • DO NOT try to touch the dog when it is eating. • DO NOT touch or pet a resting or sleeping dog. Always remember that dogs should always be aware of your approach.

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• DO NOT approach a mother dog that has puppies, particularly if the mother is nursing. • DO NOT stare a dog in the eyes, especially if the dog is strange or seem threatening. If you have information or you suspect that the dog is abused or neglected, take extra care in approaching it. Consider that the dog may be dangerous. • DO NOT get the dog very excited or engage it in excessive rough play. The dog’s instincts may overpower its self-control. • DO NOT let a dog feel cornered. Exercise extra care in small or enclosed areas. Dogs feel trapped when in a place too small for them to find an exit. • DO NOT leave your baby or toddler with a dog. It doesn’t matter that the dog is a pet. Some experts say that no child under the age of ten should be left alone with a dog. You never know when or what might trigger the dog’s reaction to your child. • DO NOT back away from a strange dog. It may think that you are playing with it. Aside from not leaving your children with dogs, it is important

to teach them how to behave when in the company of dogs. Parents and guardians should also provide appropriate supervision for young children when dogs are present. Experts contend that children under the age of ten should not be left alone with a dog for they may not be able to behave appropriately around it. Also, experts say that the children are too small to defend themselves when attacked even by a small dog. In addition, dogs may confuse children’s movements and behaviour and mistake them for prey. It is better to take the precautionary measures now than

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be sorry later on. Below are a few instructions that parents should teach their children: • Not every dog that wags its tail is friendly. • Do not approach or play with a dog unless an adult is present. • Do not approach a stray dog, or a dog you do not know. • Get permission first from the dog’s owner before approaching it. When you approach a dog, be sure that the owner is present. • Remain calm and still when a dog approaches you.

• Don’t put your hand between two dogs. If the dog is behind a fence, do not reach through the fence. • Keep your face away from dogs. • If you get scared by a dog, do not run away, scream or shout. • If a dog knocks you over, stay on the ground. Stay completely still. Protect your head, face, neck and arms. Tell a grown-up right away. • If a dog bites, try to give something else for the dog to bite or chew. Give your backpack or jacket. Protect your head and face. As always, tell a grown-up right away.

• Do not tease dogs, or make loud noises around a dog. • Avoid staring into a dog’s eyes. • Do not try to help an injured dog. Get a grown-up to help you.

Special Circumstances

Have you noticed that the paperboy riding a bike is always attacked by dogs in your neighbourhood? There are special cases when dogs readily attack people. Rapid movement attracts a dog’s attention that’s

SNIPPITS By Susan Patton Haute dog magazine

COME HERE DOG: Dogs have an easier time identifying a two (or multi) syllable name rather than a one syllable name. ROVER is better than Spot. Often times we add an ‘ie’ on the end of a one syllable name when we call our “buddies”.

SHOE DOG:

Is your dog eating your shoes? Most dogs love the smell of YOU. During adolescence, dogs can experience some troublesome and naughty personality changes and behavior. If you give your dog extra exercise, plenty of mind and physical activities, and spay or neuter prior to puberty - you will likely have an easier time during this period of your dog’s maturing.

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SLEEPY DOG:

Dogs sleep ‘ruffly’ 14 hours per day. Older and larger dogs often will sleep even more. Instead of sleeping the way humans do - in one long stretch - dogs take naps of varying lengths all through the day.

MOMMA DOG:

Canine pregnancies average about 63 days. Though the duration can vary from 59 to 66 days. While pregnant, the momma dog ’s weight may increase by as much as 50%; though 30-35% is more common.

why it is best to take caution when engaged in certain activities. Riding a bicycle, jogging, running and rollerblading are some of the activities that regularly get the dogs excited. People who engage in these activities are at risk of being bitten. You should always try to keep a safe distance from dogs, including those that are on leashes. When in a bicycle, not only do you have the risk of getting bitten, you also may be injured if you hit a dog as it runs in front of you. So if you know that you’re approaching a place where there are dogs around, it is best to steer away or keep a good distance between yourself and any dogs. If you are approached by an unrestrained dog when you’re jogging, running or rollerblading, do not try to outrun it --- it is probably faster than you. Stay still until it losses interest in you.

CHUBBY DOG:

Avoid having a chubby dog, by not giving inappropriate table scraps and stay away from too many snacks. Treats and snacks should compose no more than 10% of a dog’s daily calories. Low calorie snacks that most dogs like include raw carrots and air popped popcorn.

NAUGHTY DOG:

Never reprimand a dog for being naughty unless you catch him in the act. A dog typically will not understand that you are angry about something he did an hour ago, or even 5 minutes ago. Your dog will simply know that you are angry at this moment.

Did you know? Queen Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, love for the Collie in the 1860s caused a demand for the breed. Overnight this humble dog used by shepherds in Scotland became a favourite amongst British Royalty and the wealthy.

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The

Collie

Independent, calm, eager to please and devoted to the entire family

Description: Collies can be black, black and tan, red or white in colour. They are large and lean with almond shaped eyes and a long snout. They come in two varieties: rough and smooth (this type has a shorter coat than the rough collie). Watchdog ability: 4/5 Child friendly: 5/5 Origin: The Collie’s ancestors came from the Scottish highlands in the UK. Bred as herders, they drove cattle and sheep to the market. Temperament: Friendly with people outside the family circle. Excellent with children, the Collie can be suspicious of strangers especially if they come close to her family’s children. A very quiet dog, she will only bark when necessary for example if a stranger is near the gate or one of the members of the family has injured himself. However, if it is not taken out for regular walks, or not allowed to be near the family it will get bored and as a result will bark excessively.

examined regularly by a certified vet specialised in ophthalmology. Finally, Collies are affected by a number of heath conditions including bloat. This can lead to a more serious condition called gastric torsion. Gastric torsion: strikes suddenly and can kill your dog within hours. Symptoms to look out for a restlessness, drooling, constantly trying to throw up but nothing comes out and pain. To alleviate gastric torsion, surgery is necessary. Unfortunately, most dogs who have had bloat once are likely to develop it again. The only solution is to ask your veterinarian to perform a procedure known as ‘stomach tacking’, which will prevent the stomach from twisting in the future. Living conditions: The Collie adapts well to both city and country lift, just make sure that it gets plenty of exercise.

Grooming: Thorough brushing every week will keep its coat tangle-free and healthy. Use a soft slicker comb to remove dead hair and bath it once a month only. If it is shedding heavily, switch to brushing it daily in order to keep the loose hair under control. Exercise: Daily walks or access to a spacious garden or backyard is enough to keep it happy. Life expectancy: 11 to 15 years. Feeding: We recommend 2/3 cups of quality dry food daily. We love the fact that it is protective of children. Our favourite names: Lassie, Daisy, Bounty, Rover, Speedy, Happy, Coty.

Size: Weight: 26 to 34 kg Height: 61 to 66 cm Health Problems: Collies are sensitive to common drugs and can have serious or fatal reactions to a number of them, including Invermectin, a drug used to prevent heartworm disease. Testing your dog for these conditions may save your dog’s life. Eye problems amongst Collies are common. Have your Collie’s eyes

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A Day for Every Dog The DoublePaws Dog Exhibition was hosted at the prestigious GET Arena in Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria. Many in the canine world turned up to support the event. Some with their dogs and others to watch. Dog lovers from various parts of the country and from far off Ghana came to have fun with their pets and enjoy the day.

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The dogs demonstrated basic obedience and entertaining tricks. The judges awarded points based on intelligence and cuteness of the dogs being exhibited, and the elimination process began. By the end of the day, three dogs came up tops, a German Shepherd, a Samoyed and a Chow Chow.

There is a saying that “every dog has its day”, well Sunday 26th August was indeed one of such. It was a day when all dogs had the opportunity to show not just their owners but to the world why they are termed as man’s best friend. Joshua Ehiorobu

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Lagos Dog Breeders Show

Snazzy (Chowchow) and Deji handler for Doggpound kennel at the Lagos Dog Breeder’s Show.

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Mambo (Rottweiler) owned by Mr Idris Abayomi. Overall winner at Uyo Dog Show

The

Ridgeback

A fast runner, the Rhodesian Ridgeback is brave, independent, hard-headed and good protector of the family. Its coat is short and dense.

Description: Athletic and large, the Rhodesian ridgeback is named after the distinct ridge along its back. This breed sometimes has a black tongue. Watchdog ability: 3/5 Child friendly: 4/5

Living Conditions: They love their human families and become destructive if kept as outdoor dogs. Out of boredom they will destroy trees in the garden and/or climb fences to see what is happening elsewhere.

Origin: In the 18th century, European settlers began breeding their own dogs - mastiffs, Greyhounds, and others - with the native dogs of Southern Africa. The outcome was the Rhodesian Ridgeback which is named after the country Rhodesia (now known as Zimbabwe) where there were developed.

Grooming: A weekly brush and an occasional bath is adequate.

Temperament: It can be aggressive toward dogs of the same sex and aloof towards strangers.

Life expectancy: 10 to 12 years

A great hunter, under a consistent and firm master, this dog is calm, gentle and obedient. They are great with children.

control or else he will eat himself sick or fat. We love: So easy to groom. Just brush and go once a week. Our favourite names: Rhody, Ridgey, Bruno, Brandy, Calypso, Flava, Jazz, Oga, Speedy

Exercise: They need very little exercise, a small backyard is often enough to keep them happy.

Feeding: Warning, this breed can eat for a hundred. Practise portion

Size: Height: 60 to 70 cm Weight: 36 to 43 kg Health Problems: Ridges are more likely than many breeds to suffer from bloat. They are able to withstand great changes in temperature.

Did you know? In Southern Africa the Rhodesian ridgeback was used to hunt lions that is why it is also known as the African Lion Dog.

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Did you know? The Dogue is most likely a relative of the Bulldog and Bullmastiff. Be warned, he snores louder than the average human being!

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The

Dogue de Bordeaux Cool, calm, devoted and fearless

Description: A short and stocky mastiff with a wrinkled, broad head and muscular body. Origin: Considered one of the oldest breeds in France, the Dogue de Bordeaux has served as a war dog, cattle herder and guard dog; trained to bait bulls and bears, and hunt wild pigs. Temperament: The Bordeaux has a calm temperament. Loyal and patient, he is extremely devoted to his family. Fearless with strangers he is one of the best choices for home security. However, this is a powerful and stubborn animal and is therefore not suitable for first time dog owners. It needs a master with strong leadership. This breed should not be chained up constantly in the compound. The Dogue de Bordeaux needs to be near his family. The more time he spends with the family, the stronger the bond and the more protective he is of his family.

If you don’t allow dogs into your house, consider using your garden or the outside terrace as an outdoor sitting room. This will make it easier to spend quality time with your Dogue. Watchdog ability: 5/5 Child friendly: 5/5

Grooming: Its very short, soft coat requires little attention. A grooming glove is enough to look after its coat. Attention must be given to the skin folds on the Dogue de Bordeaux’s face. Regular cleaning will prevent irritation and infection.

Size: Height: 58 - 75 cm Weight: 50 kg - 66 kg

Exercise: This is an energetic dog that needs adequate exercise. However, avoid overdoing because it is a short nosed breed, which means that it can easily develop breathing problems or overheating. Take this dog out for walks in the morning before noon or after 6 pm to prevent overheating and/or dehydration.

Health problems: Dogues are generally healthy, but the breed can be prone to hip and elbow dysplasia. There are also cases of epilepsy, heart problems and hyperkeratosis. Bitches often deliver by caesarean. Living conditions: Keep your Dogue de Bordeaux in a cool, airy or airconditioned environment. This breed can collapse and deteriorate quickly if left outdoors in a cramped or hot area and/or exercised in the heat of the day. Also, make sure he always has access to plenty of drinking water.

As with other large breeds, the Dogue’s life expectancy is short. Expect it to live for an average of 5 to 9 years. Popular names: Bordo, Balloon, Scata, Police, Biggy, Rocky, Klingon, Hulk.

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Jack Russell Super smart, hyperactive and enthusiastic, the Jack Russell is an avid digger.

Description: Sturdy and tough, th Jack Russell can be white, white with tan/ black markings, or all three colours, white, black and tan. Watchdog ability: 3/5 Child friendly: 3/5

and blindness. A dog with Glaucoma has eyes that are red, teary and do not react to light. The front of the eye appears whitish or bluish. Glaucoma can be treated with medicine or surgery.

Origin: This fox hunting terrier was developed in England in the 19th century.

Living Conditions: Install a high fence around your yard, its strong hunting spirit and high energy mean that if he manages to dig his way under or jump over your fence, you will find him far away from home or hit by a car. Can adapt to living in apartment, but must get daily exercise. Will become destructive if it does not burn excess energy,

Temperament: Fearless, playful and affectionate, he is the definition of a workaholic. Designed for active work, the Jack Russell needs a role in life and that role normally involves hunting and digging. Lazy Jack Russells are hard to come by. He needs a master who is prepared to channel his energy. Left unsupervised, he will find imaginative ways to test your patience. You have been warned. Size: Height: 24 to 40 cm Weight: 6 to 9 kg

Play games together that will encourage him to think and solve problems*. Life Expectancy: 12 to more than 15 years. Our favourite names: Zuri, Kito, Pippa, Terri, Badger, Dum-dum, Hypa.

Grooming: The Jack Russell is definitely a no fuss dog. A quick brush twice a week is sufficient. Exercise: Did we mention that the Jack Russell was a workaholic? He needs daily exercise of 30 to 45 minutes as well as constant mental stimulation.

Health problems: Eye problems such as glaucoma are common. Glaucoma is disease in which pressure in the eye is abnormally high. If eyes are constantly producing and draining a fluid, your dog may have Glaucoma. If your dog does have Glaucoma and the fluid in the affected eye does not drain properly, the pressure inside the eye will increase. This can cause vision loss

We Love

Its constant cheerfulness and abundance of energy.

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Directory of Breeders Disclaimer: The publisher and editor do not take responsibility for the contents of the directory of breeders. Always ask to meet the parents of your potential puppy before you buy it. This will give you an idea of what your puppy will look like and behave. Avoid breeders that wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do this. BASENJI Ugochukwu Ikpeama..........2348061324063 ................................. dogmann@ymail.com Bull Dog Canine Consult Nigeria...........23417612834 ... canineconsultnigerialimited@yahoo.com Bullmastiff Global Kennel.....................2348073513257 ................................ efizy1969@yahoo.com Adekunle M. Muritala........2348189028927 .................................... kuncxo@yahoo.com Adekunle Okulaja...............2348023298256 .................................... kkulaja@yahoo.com Loyal Dogs Breeding Company............................2347039301071 .................................. rain4ller@yahoo.com Kunle..................................2348133500105 ....................................dlkunle@yahoo.com Tola.....................................2348138113027 ................................ tdog0154@yahoo.com Oladeji Tunde.....................2347052379090 Dreamsnest Kennels.....dreamsnest@gmail. com Oye Ijiwoye............ kunlewoye@yahoo.com Cane Corso Ayo-Vaughn M....................2348051311157 ............................mayorex227@yahoo.com Caucasian Shepherd Dog Adeosun A..............................23498134554 Afam A................................2348028394448 .............................. nwasoweto@gmail.com Awofisibe S.........................2348067634824 ......................sholaawofisibe@yahoo.co.uk Bethel Dogs........................2347066132611 .................... reconstruction98@yahoo.com Bukky O..............................2348032019141 Daramola O..............................8033037976 .......................... phemydaramola@me.com Efosa O................................2347064662744 ..........................gundyroland@yahoo.co.uk Morrison D.........................2348033365155 ............................... belxtymor@yahoo.com Tunji Favoured Scale...........2348035575750 .................................. tjscale1@yahoo.com Wisest Terrier Dog..............2347065998337 ............................... cakamonu@yahoo.com Chow-Chow Canine Consult Nigeria...........23417612834 ... canineconsultnigerialimited@yahoo.com Doggpound kennels............2348023065070 Divine Providence Kennels.2348032002760 ............................... larryobest@yahoo.com Dalmatians Bethel Dogs........................2347066132611 .................... reconstruction98@yahoo.com Loyal Dogs Breeding Company............................2348037879722 .................................. rain4ller@yahoo.com Dobermann Oluso kennels.....................2348023116432

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Fila Brasileiro Pius A..................................2348062706615 .......................... piusadolphus@yahoo.com German Shepherd Adedoyin A...... doyinakinwale@yahoo.com Adekunle A.........................2347030831228 ............ asubiojoadekunle@rocketmail.com Adekunle M........................2348189028927 .................................... kuncxo@yahoo.com Adekunle O.........................2348023298256 .................................... kkulaja@yahoo.com Afam A................................2348028394448 .............................. nwasoweto@gmail.com Ahmed M............................2348033033088 ...................... amohammed32@yahoo.com Ajayi J-dog..........................2348020598525 ................................ jide_ajayi@yahoo.com Arojo A................................2348037879722 .................................. rain4ller@yahoo.com

Chuchu N............................2348034427292 ................................ chupeller@yahoo.com Doglord Kennels.................2348056161589 .....................queries@doglordkennels.com Dotun G..............................2348023065070 ............................... doggpowr@yahoo.com Adedayo A..........................2348023199415 ................adedayoleeds2002@yahoo.co.uk Chikaodi A..........................2347025401413 ................................ chikaodia@yahoo.com Godfrey U...........................2348067836313 ............................. emeraldvet@yahoo.com Ole Dog House....................2348037553667 .............................oledohouse@yahoo.com Dreamsnest Kennels.....dreamsnest@gmail. com Great Dane Babatayo O.........................2348055269628 ....................george_babatayo@yahoo.com

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Gallery of Dog Breeds Heights are measured from the shoulder to the ground

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AFGHAN HOUND Strength and dignity, combining speed and power COAT: Long. All Colours SIZE: Approx. 70 cm

BASSET HOUND Short-legged hound of considerable substance, well balanced. COAT: Smooth, short and close without being too fine. Generally black, white and tan (tricolour). SIZE: Approx. 33-38 cm

AIREDALE TERRIER Muscular and active, outgoing and confident. Alert at all times. COAT: top of the neck, top surface of tail: saddle black or grizzle. The rest tan. SIZE: Approx. 56-61cm

BEAGLE Amiable and alert, showing no aggression or timidity. COAT: Short, dense and weatherproof. Any recognised hound colour other than liver. SIZE: Approx. 33-40 cm

AKITA Composed, faithful, and docile. COAT: Red fawn, sesame, brindle and white. Whitish coat on the sides of the muzzle, on the cheeks, on the underside of jaw, neck, chest, body and tail. SIZE: Approx. 61-67 cm

BEARDED COLLIES Steady, intelligent working dog with no signs of nervousness or aggression. COAT: Slate grey, reddish fawn, black, blue, all shades of grey, brown and sandy. SIZE: Approx. 51-56 cm

ALASKAN MALAMUTE Affectionate and friendly. COAT: Thick coat ranging from light grey to black, sable, and shadings of sable to red. SIZE: Approx. 58-66 cm

BEDLINGTON TERRIER A graceful and full of confidence. COAT: Blue, liver or sandy, with or without tan. SIZE: Approx. 41 cm

AMERICAN SPANIEL Easygoing with no suggestion of timidity. COAT: Silky, flat or slightly wavy. Any solid colour ranging from lightest cream to black. SIZE: Approx. 36 cm

BELGIAN SHEEP (Tervuren) Warm and not aggressive. COAT: Long and abundant, ruff-like around neck, particularly in males. Black or black with limited white. Frosting (white or grey) on muzzle. SIZE: Approx. 56-66 cm

AZAWAKH African dog High in the leg and elegant. COAT: Fawn, from light sable to dark fawn. SIZE: Approx. 60-74 cm

BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOG COAT: Long, smooth or slightly wavy. Jet black with rich tan markings and white markings. SIZE: Approx. 58-70 cm

BASENJI African dog COAT: Short, sleek and close, very fine. Pure black and white; red and white; black, tan and white. White on the feet, chest and tail tips. SIZE: Approx. 41 cm

BICHON FRISE Friendly and outgoing. COAT: White fine, silky with soft corkscrew curls. SIZE: Approx. 23-28 cm

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BLOODHOUND Very powerful, affectionate, Somewhat reserved and sensitive. COAT: Smooth, short and weatherproof. Black and tan, liver, tan and red. SIZE: Approx. 61-66 cm

ENGLISH BULL TERRIER Strongly built, muscular, well balanced and active. COAT: For white: pure white coat. For coloured: brindle black, brindle red, fawn and tricolour. SIZE: Approx. 52-61 cm

BOERBOEL African dog Powerful dog. COAT: Short and smooth. Any colour. SIZE: Approx. 55-70 cm

BULLDOG (ENGLISH) Generally docile and tractable. They can move very quickly over short distances. COAT :Colors of red, fawn, white, brindle and piedbald. SIZE: Approx: 31-40 cm

BORDER COLLIE Well proportioned, tenacious , hard working sheepdog. Keen and alert COAT: moderately long or Smooth, Variety of colours SIZE: Approx. 53 cm

BULLDOG (FRENCH) Sturdy, compact and stocky little dog. It is bright and easygoing. The Frenchie gets along fairly well with strangers and other animals and enjoys being with its owner COAT: Short, smooth, shiny, and fine. Colours: fawn, cream, various shades of brindle SIZE: 30 cm

BORZOI Courageous, powerful, swift and aloof. COAT: Silky, flat, wavy or rather curly. Any colour SIZE: Approx. 68 -77 cm

CANE CORSO Guard dog, protection, police and tracking dog. Extremely agile and responsive. COAT: Black, grey, fawn and brindle SIZE: Approx. 62-68 cm

BOUVIER DES FLANDRES (Obama’s dog) Calm, thoughtful and fearless dog. COLOUR: Usually grey, brindle or overlaid with black. SIZE: Approx. 59-65 cm

CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL Gay and friendly. COAT: Long and silky. Black & tan, ruby, blenheim or tricolour. SIZE: Approx. 25-34 cm

BOXER Lively, strong and loyal to owner and family. COAT: Short glossy, smooth and tight to body. Fawn or brindle in colour. SIZE: Approx. 57-63 cm

CHIHUAHUA Small, dainty, compact dog; swiftmoving and gay spirited. COAT: Long or smooth coat. Any colour or mixture of colours. SIZE: Approx. 16-20 cm

BULL MASTIFF Powerful build, enduring, active and reliable. High-spirited and faithful. COAT: Short and hard, weather-resistant. Any shade of brindle, fawn or red. SIZE: Approx. 61-69 cm

CHINESE CRESTED Happy and never vicious. COAT: Hairless. Any colour or combination of colours. SIZE: Approx. 23-33 cm

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CHOWCHOW Active, compact, quiet dog, a good guard dog with a bluish-black tongue. COAT: Either rough or smooth. Whole coloured black, red, blue, fawn, cream or white, frequently shaded. SIZE: Approx. 46-56 cm

DOBERMAN A medium size, strong and muscularly dog. Friendly and calm; very devoted to the family. Loves children. COAT: Short, with tan, brown, yellow to pale grey markings. Solid black or solid grey. SIZE: Approx. 63-72 cm

COCKER SPANIEL Merry, well balanced and compact. Gentle and affectionate. SIZE: Approx. 38-41cm

DOGO ARGENTINO Cheerful, frank, humble, friendly and not a barker. COAT: Completely white. SIZE: Approx. 60-68 cm

COLLIE (Rough) Friendly disposition, with no trace of aggressiveness. COAT: Very dense, sable and white, tricolour and blue merle. SIZE: Approx. 51-66 cm

FILA BRASILEIRO Aloof towards strangers SIZE: Approx. 60-75 cm

CORGI (Pembroke) Strong, alert and active, friendly and outgoing. COAT: Medium length, straight with dense undercoat, never soft, wavy or wiry. Red, sable, fawn, black and tan, with or without white markings on legs, brisket and neck. SIZE: Approx. 22-30 cm

FOX TERRIER (wired) Friendly, forthcoming and fearless. COAT: Dense, very wiry texture. White predominates with black, black and tan or tan markings. SIZE: Approx. 33-39 cm

COTON DE TULEAR African Dog Madagascan dog with a happy temperament. COAT: White with slight shadings of light grey colour on the ears. SIZE: Approx. 24-28 cm

GERMAN SHEPHERD/ALSATIAN A medium-size, slightly elongated, strong and muscular. Even tempered, self-assured and easily trained. COAT: Black with tan, brown, yellow to pale grey markings. Solid black or solid grey. SIZE: Approx. 55-65 cm

DALMATIAN Strong, muscular and active. Capable of great endurance. Outgoing and friendly, not shy. COAT: Short glossy. Ground colour pure white, black spotted, dense black spots. SIZE: Approx. 54-61 cm

GIANT SCHNAUZER Large, powerful, stocky. An imperturbable dog prepared for defense COAT: Pure black with black under coat, pepper and salt. SIZE: Approx. 60-70 cm

DACHSHUND Intelligent, lively, courageous. COAT: All colours. Smooth haired, long-haired or wirehaired. SIZE: Approx. 13-18 cm

GREAT DANE Muscular, strongly though elegantly built. Friendly and outgoing COAT: Brindle, fawn, blue, black or harlequin. SIZE: Approx. 72-80 cm

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GOLDEN RETRIEVER Kindly, friendly and confident. COAT: Flat or wavy with good feathering. Any shade of gold or cream. SIZE: Approx. 51-61 cm

KING CHARLES SPANIEL Intelligent, reserved and gentle COAT: Long, silky and straight. Black and tan, tricolour, Blenheim or Ruby SIZE: Approx. 25-30 cm

GORDON SETTER Stylish dog, intelligent, able & dignified. COAT: Deep, shining coal black. SIZE: Approx. 62-66 cm

KOMONDOR Very courageous herding dog. COAT: Long and shaggy, tangling white hair. SIZE: Approx. 65-70 cm

GREYHOUND Strongly built, muscular with a long head and neck. Intelligent, gentle, affectionate and even-tempered. COAT: Black, white, red, blue, fawn, fallow, brindle or any of these colours broken with white. SIZE: Approx. 70-76 cm

LABRADOR RETRIEVER Strongly built, very active. Good tempered, very agile. Excellent nose. COAT: Wholly black, yellow or liver/chocolate. SIZE: Approx. 56-63 cm

HUNGARIAN KUVASZ Radiates nobility and strength, very good with children. COAT: White, ivory colour. SIZE: Approx. 66-76 cm

LEONBERGER Strong and muscular, faithful, intelligent, amenable, good watch dog. COAT: Light yellow, golden to red-brown. SIZE: Approx. 65-80 cm

IRISH SETTER (Irish Red Setter) Handsome and refined, a fantastic family pet. COAT: Rich chestnut, often has patches of white on face and chest. SIZE: Approx. 57-66 cm

LHASA APSO Gay and assertive, alert, steady but somewhat aloof with strangers. COAT: Top coat long, heavy, straight. golden, sandy, honey dark grizzle, slate, smoke, particolour, black, white or brown. SIZE: Approx. 25-28 cm

IRISH WOLFHOUND A massive dog. COAT: Rough and hard grey, brindle, red, black, pure white, fawn. SIZE: Approx. 76-81 cm

MALTESE Smart, white-coated, lively, intelligent, alert dog. COAT: Good length, straight, silky texture, pure white SIZE: Approx. 20-25 cm

JACK RUSSELL Bold and fearless, friendly but quietly confident. COAT: May be smooth, broken or rough. Predominantly white with black, tan or brown markings. SIZE: Approx. 25-30 cm

NEAPOLITAN MASTIFF Well boned, large, strongly built, vigorous, alert and muscular. A devoted and loyal guard dog. COAT: Black, blue, all shades of grey brown. SIZE: Approx. 61-79 cm

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NEWFOUNDLAND Strong, impressive and exceptionally gentle. Loves to swim. COAT: Dense, coarse and oily, water resistant. Black, brown or landseer: White with black markings. SIZE: Approx. 66-71 cm

PUG Great charm, dignity and intelligence. Even tempered, happy and lively. COAT: Silver, apricot, fawn or black SIZE Approx. 30 cm

OLD ENGLISH sheepdog Bold, faithful and trustworthy. COAT: Profuse shaggy hair. SIZE: Approx. 56-60 cm

RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK African dog Dignified, intelligent, aloof with strangers but shows no aggression or shyness. COAT: Short and dense, sleek and glossy in appearance. Light wheaten to red wheaten. SIZE: Approx. 61- 68 cm

PEKINGESE Small, fearless, loyal, aloof but not timid or aggressive. COAT: Long, straight with profuse mane. All colours and markings are permissible and of equal merit. SIZE: Approx. 25 cm

ROTTWEILER Good natured and fond of children. Devoted, obedient, and eager to work. COAT: Black with clear markings of a rich tan on the cheeks, muzzle, throat, chest, legs, over both eyes and under the base of the tail. SIZE: Approx. 53-68 cm

PITBULL TERRIER Loyal, intelligent. Aggressive towards other dogs. Thrives on human companionship. COAT: Thick, short, shiny hair. SIZE: Approx. 41-56 cm

RUSSIAN SHEPHERD (Ovcharka) Fierce and distrustful of strangers. COAT: Long, coarse, dense coat. White or cream. SIZE: Approx. 62–72 cm

POINTER Alert, kind, even disposition COAT: Fine, short hard, and evenly distributed. Usual colours are lemon and white orange and white liver and white, and black and white. SIZE: Approx. 60-70 cm

Saint Bernard Must be well socialized with people and dogs to prevent fearfulness and aggression. COAT: smooth or rough. Red with white or mahogany brindle with white. Black shading on face and ears. Eyes are brown or icy blue. SIZE: Approx. 70–90 cm

POMERANIAN Compact, extrovert, lively and intelligent. COAT: All colours SIZE: Approx. 13-28 cm

SALUKI African dog Reserved with strangers. Dignified, intelligent and independent. COAT: Smooth and silky. Any colour. SIZE: Approx. 57-71 cm

POODLE Gay-spirited and good tempered. COAT: Very profuse and dense; all solid colours APPROX. SIZES: Standard: 38-60 cm Dwarf: 28-35 cm Toy: under 28 cm

SCOTTISH TERRIER Agile and active in spite of short legs. Dignified, independent and reserved. COAT: Close lying, double coat; under coat short, dense and soft; out coat harsh, dense and wiry. Black, wheaten or brindle of any shade. SIZE: Approx. 25-28 cm

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SHAR PEI Calm, independent, loyal, affectionate to his family. COAT: Short, harsh and wrinkled. All solid colours except white. SIZE: Approx. 44-51 cm

TIBETAN TERRIER Sturdy, lively, good-natured loyal companion. Outgoing, alert. COAT: White, golden, cream, grey or smoke, black, particolour and tricolour: any colour except chocolate or liver permissible. SIZE: Approx. 36-41 cm

SHIH TZU Intelligent, active and alert. Friendly and independent. COAT: Long, dense. All colours. SIZE: Approx. 25 cm

TOSA A patient, courageous Japanese mastiff COAT: Short hard & dense. Red, fawn, apricot, black, brindle. SIZE: Approx. 55-60 cm

SIBERIAN HUSKY A medium-sized working dog, quick and light on his feet and free and graceful in action. COAT: The coat of the Siberian husky is double and medium in length, coming in colours from black to pure white. SIZE: Approx. 51-60 cm

WEIMARANER Medium sized, grey with light eyes. Fearless, friendly, protective, obedient and alert. COAT: Short, smooth and sleek, preferably silver grey SIZE: 56-69 cm

STAFFORDSHIRE BULL TERRIER Highly intelligent and affectionate with children. COAT: Red, fawn, white, black or blue. SIZE: Approx. 36-41 cm.

WEST HIGHLAND WHITE TERRIER Small, active, alert, gay, courageous COAT: White SIZE: Approx. 27 cm

TIBETAN MASTIFF Independent minded, aloof and protective. Calm and patient, wary of strangers. COAT: Dense and fairly long. Rich black; slate grey or rich golden. SIZE: Approx. 65 cm

YORKSHIRE TERRIER Long-coated, alert, intelligent toy terrier. COLOUR: Dark steel blue SIZE: Approx. 20-24 cm

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