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Dog Breed Discrimination Some dogs, like the Great Dane or Tibetan Mastiff, for example, are dangerous because of their size. Others, such as the German Shepherd and the Pit Bull, can be trained by their humans to perform acts of protection or aggression that can injure the subject of their attentions. However, certain breeds of dogs have earned their terrible reputations, often labeled as vicious or aggressive because of they react violently and interact with other dogs and humans that way.…

enjoyable than our family dog. This particular breed was a border collie and was incredibly intelligent, loyal, and friendly. She was a bit hyper but to a little girl of ten, was the source of entertainment for many years. Plus, she sparked a desire in me to become a life-long family dog owner. As a result, over the last twenty years I have owned and trained many breeds; German Shepherds, bird dogs, hound dogs, Chihuahuas, collies, and a few mixed breeds. I have loved all of my dogs…

dangerous, not all pit bull’s are the same, some can change their ways and adapt to their new living situations and become a loving dog. There are many myths and rumors about this breed of dog’s, most of all are not true, it is all due to the media and the people of this world that talk bad about this certain breed. People buy pit bull’s because they want tough dogs that can attack and look mean, so they animal is trained in a manner that promotes this. Training a pit bull to become mean you…

Schutzhund Dog Training Secrets - Learn the Three Stages of Schutzhund Dog Training For Your Dog By Derric Goodwin | Submitted On August 22, 2009 Recommend Article Article Comments Print Article Share this article on Facebook Share this article on Twitter Share this article on Google+ Share this article on Linkedin Share this article on StumbleUpon Share this article on Delicious Share this article on Digg Share this article on Reddit Share this article on Pinterest Schutzhund dog…

started on Sciforums.com by user “Valich”. This article enlists the call to action for the banning of the breed of dogs known as Pit Bulls, due to their vicious behavior and running record of attacks on children and adults. Parents and those who care for children are the intended audience for this article, this audience will be more sensitive to his proposition of banning these dogs that have become a danger to society.There is no background information about the author, this diminishes the…

If you have a dog, you've probably taught it basic obedience commands like "sit" or "stay". But what about teaching your dog fun tricks that will impress your family and friends? This article will show you how to teach your dog to roll over on command. Before you begin your training, decide what type of reward you'll use to motivate your dog. Does your dog especially like to eat a specific treat or play with a special toy? Whatever it is, make sure you have this reward available for every…

Throughout the years Greek Mythology has influenced art and literature. It was created to teach people using stories about their gods. For example, the myth of the Sirens from The Odyssey teaches us to use logic to resist temptation and move forward with our lives. Ulysses, Latin for Odysseus, and his men are sailing back to their home Ithaca, when the stumble upon Sirens. They must stay strong and resist temptation so they can continue their journey. In the painting, Ulysses and The Sirens,…

Feeling deprived by not having a dog as a pet growing up, I accepted the huge responsibility of bringing a puppy home a few months ago without fully realizing what I was getting myself into. My energetic six month old pup, Oscar, is a German and Australian Shepherd mix. He makes for a wonderful companion that craves attention, and never lets our leftovers go to waste. He is full of unconditional love for his owners just like I had assumed my future dog would be. However, the terrible habits that…

you judge a dog by [its] breed, maybe judge the dog by [its] owner.”I have two Pit Bulls, whose names are Maui and Khaleesi. They are truly one of the sweetest, sensitive and loyal breed of dogs I have ever met. Believe me when I say it shocks me,probably more than anyone, to see someone act scared when they see them. This is actually what led me to the thought of why are Pit Bulls the only breed to be known as, “The Fighting Dogs”. It had me wondering why every time I walk my dogs someone…

companions, not just as working dogs, but also as Service, and Therapy dogs. With diverse research and multiple studies on the subject of Canine abilities, we realise the additional benefits our relationship with dogs may be able to provide in the future. Man has used shepherd dogs, guard dogs, and hunting dogs for centuries, but their services to us are expanding daily. Guide dogs and Mobility dogs are no longer a novelty as we push the frontiers of the dog/human…