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		<title>When to Use an Electronic Dog Collar</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2009 13:44:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dusty Sprague</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The size of the transmitter is important when you must work quickly or under adverse conditions. Smallest are the Innotek FS-15A and FS-25A used for quick, problem solving. Largest are the long range electronic dog training collars (usually used for &#8230; <a href="http://www.threebestdogs.com/252/when-to-use-an-electronic-dog-collar/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The size of the transmitter is important when you must work quickly or under adverse conditions. Smallest are the Innotek FS-15A and FS-25A used for quick, problem solving. Largest are the long range electronic dog training collars (usually used for sporting dog training), which (necessarily) must have much more antenna to broadcast a longer distance. Usually smallest means fewer features. Largest means longer distance. We picture each transmitter so that you can get an idea of what type of equipment you will be carrying.</p>
<p>Unless you have a very small dog, don&#8217;t let the receiver size enter into your decisions. Technological advances have finally gotten the size of the receiver down to reasonable dimensions on all electronic dog training collars today. Further reductions come at a cost. Smaller receivers have less room for electronics, which reduces their range, battery life, and reliability. However if you have a toy dog, there are two companies that make tiny dog trainers: Innotek and Petsafe.</p>
<p><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-253" title="innotek fs15 dog training electronic collar" src="http://www.threebestdogs.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/innotek_fs15_dog_training_collar.jpg" alt="innotek fs15 dog training electronic collar" width="200" height="200" hspace="7" />Owning a dog or puppy is so rewarding, especially when they are well-trained. However, with the responsibility of being a dog owner comes training your dog to not do things that are so annoying. One of the problems a dog owner will encounter is incessant barking. You have to admit it; having a dog that doesn’t stop barking at the wrong time can be very stressful not only for you but for all involved including your neighbors, and you definitely want to fix this problem soon. One of the best ways to solve this problem is to a spray bark collar for your dog!</p>
<p>Nowadays, there are new technologies when it comes to barking dogs; dog bark collars are very effective in teaching your dog to bark in just a necessary situation. In fact, even the most stubborn dog will learn to behave when it is needed. But remember, barking is a part of a dog&#8217;s natural behavior. We want to control the barking dog, but not stop the barking completely. There is a time to bark and a time not to. The dog can be trained to know the difference.</p>
<p>If you have not just a dog that is a little difficult to do, then you might consider an electronic collar dog training seems. Although the idea of creating an electronic collar can be attractive, it is important to understand that this is just another method of training your dog. This is not the alpha and omega of dog training, but used properly can give very good results when other methods of training do not seem to work.</p>
<p>If you go to buy be aware of an electronic collar that you have several guys who have differences in how they will find work. The most people are familiar with the shock collar, which receive a low voltage that the dog is issued attention.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-254" title="Innotek BT502A Basic electronic collar" src="http://www.threebestdogs.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Innotek-BT502A-Basic-electronic-collar.jpg" alt="Innotek BT502A Basic electronic collar" width="336" height="336" />A dog training collar can make a huge difference in your life. This humane solution to excessive dog barking problems involves taking advantage of the spray collar system. It is no longer necessary to use a loud, angry voice with the dog.</p>
<p>Every time your dog barks, an electronic sensor releases a painless spray of citronella in front of the dog&#8217;s nose. Your dog will hear it, see it, feel it, and smell it. The first time the dog is sprayed, it will attempt to identify the source of the new odor. The effect of surprise is sufficient to interrupt the dog in its undesirable behavior.</p>
<p>Electric dog training collars are controversial. They have a small electronic device attached to the collar through which the owner can use to remotely send a mild shock to the dog to modify behaviors like digging, chewing, jumping, or barking. Many people think that training with electric dog collar is inhumane because of the shock. To dispel that idea, the “shock” on modern electric dog training collars is an unpleasant correction, more akin to a vibration or vibrating sound than an electric shock. Advances in technology have made these collars safe and effective.</p>
<p>When you are in the process of training your dog, electric training collars can be very beneficial. They work by having the dog associate a behavior, like barking, with an unpleasant side effect. Soon, they learn to avoid the behavior in order to avoid the unpleasant sound or sensation. For those people considering using electric dog training collars, safety is the first priority. Here are some tips to make using the collar a positive experience for everyone.</p>
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		<title>Small Dog Breeds</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 16:47:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Small dog breeds are a very popular choice amonst dog owners all over the world. This is not to say that the larger breeds are not popular as well. This popular small dog breed generally grows to no more than &#8230; <a href="http://www.threebestdogs.com/14/small-dog-breeds/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Small dog breeds are a very popular choice amonst dog owners all over the world. This is not to say that the larger breeds are not popular as well. This popular small dog breed generally grows to no more than six or seven pounds in weight, and has a beautiful white coat. The Maltese is a very ancient dog breed and has a strong constitution, though it should not be kept in very hot areas, due to the thick coat. There are many other small dog breeds available so you need to know exactly what you&#8217;re looking for. You need to make sure that any new dog &#8211; whether a small one or not &#8211; fits in with your family, your living space and your lifestyle.  Small dogs are more likely to be allowed to sleep right on a human&#8217;s pillow. In the dog world, the pack leader sleeps in the highest (height wise) most comfortable place. Small dogs are cute and cute things make people happy. Many small dogs are bratty and manipulative and will use &#8220;helplessness&#8221; to get you to do their bidding. If he can launch himself onto the couch, he can make it up those steps.</p>
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<p> Don&#8217;t give a small dog breed table food. This is not a complete and balanced diet for them. There are other small dog breeds that may be well suited to you and your family, so check out our links page for additional resources. But we think you&#8217;ll find plenty of info on our site to help you make your decision with confidence. Many small dog breeds, like the Chihuahua and Pomeranian, have a reputation for being temperamental, jealous and downright spoiled at times. Depending on the breed, some may also be difficult to train and housebreak, as they are often known for being headstrong to make up for their small stature. Small dogs are smart, and &#8220;often train even faster&#8221; than large dogs, Arden said. There are even toy service dogs. The teeth of small dogs are drastically overcrowded in their jaw, making them more prone to severe periodontal disease (and this is common knowledge among veterinarians). Their teeth are packed into a small jaw, leaving very little space in between them and providing plenty of places for bacteria and plaque to develop and grow. Fortunately, just like their larger cousins, small dogs are very trainable. Many of the toy breeds are especially fast learners to boot!</p>
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<p> One of the most popular small dog breeds is a poodle. If you favorite activity isn&#8217;t running the vacuum cleaner, you&#8217;ll want to choose your dog breed carefully as many small dog breeds shed quite profusely. A non shedding dog breed may be particularly important to you if you suffer from allergies. Learn about their variety of traits and needs, and see lots of small dog breed pictures, puppy pictures too. By their nature, small dogs are underfoot. If you have rambunctious children or other large pets, smaller breeds, particularly toy breeds, can feel threatened. Small dogs are cute, they’re cuddly and best of all you can take them almost anywhere! The most convenient way to transport your pooch is with a small dog carrier. Dog crates for small dogs are an important part of travel if you have a pet, large or small. Getting dog crates for small dogs will make your trip pleasant for both your beloved pet and yourself!</p>
<p>The pug is probably the largest of the toy dog group, weighing an average of up to 18 pounds. Extra small-sized dogs under 4 pounds and 8 inches can be ambiguously termed -Teacup,- yet it isn&#8217;t universally standardized. Many small sized dogs are bred for companionship and lap pets.</p>
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<p>  A great dog would be, well &#8211; she is house trained, knows basic obedience commands and is completely vetted. She is a dominant female and, due to a very bad experience in her past with a large dog, she is fearful aggressive of other dogs and strangers. Despite this, the Smooth Fox Terrier is very loyal and intelligent, and it can even be trained for tricks and other useful commands. These highly intelligent breeds pick up a command after only about five or six exposures, they more often respond on the first time you give the command, and they remember commands even if they aren&#8217;t practiced often. They also learn commands even when the trainer is inexperienced and makes mistakes.  These breeds aren&#8217;t the smallest, but they also aren&#8217;t very big. For many dog owners, dogs between 20 and 40 pounds make the perfect pet because they are easy to manage when walking, yet strong and active enough to play frisbee in the back yard. So you aren&#8217;t limited to just the short-haired breeds if you don&#8217;t have time for regular brushing. You still can choose a longhaired breed; you just have to clip his coat short to make it easy to maintain.</p>
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