http://www.artipot.com/authors/1234/tristan-andrews/ Latest articles by Tristan Andrews from Artipot - your one-stop resource for free articles. http://www.artipot.com/articles/449665/how-to-feed-your-golden-retriever.htm Starting your new Golden Retriever puppy out on the right foot by feeding him properly will help him grow to be a happy, healthy adult. Puppies receive their nutrients from the mother until they're about 7 weeks old. Sun, 27 Sep 2009 18:03:41 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/449665/how-to-feed-your-golden-retriever.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/449664/crate-training-your-golden-retriever.htm You're going to have to get over your old idea that crates are punishment for dogs. The truth is that your Golden Retriever will love his crate. It's a safe place that satisfies his natural instinct for his den. Sun, 27 Sep 2009 18:03:26 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/449664/crate-training-your-golden-retriever.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/448690/how-to-select-your-new-dog.htm The dog that is right for you is not the same as the dog that is right for someone else. Before you chose adog consider what your needs really are. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 18:54:44 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/448690/how-to-select-your-new-dog.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/448582/even-your-dog-should-maintain-a-healthy-weight.htm Talk about weight and obesity is everywhere these days. In fact, being overweight is bad for your health. We know it's true for humans. Doctors tell us it's true. Overweight and obese humans suffer from heart disease, diabetes, and bone and joint problems. It's common knowledge. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 17:18:20 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/448582/even-your-dog-should-maintain-a-healthy-weight.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/448571/choosing-a-toy-dog.htm A toy dog has the huge advantage that it is small. This often makes it an ideal dog for urban living or for older people with limited mobility. A toy dog does not need long walks. It will not take over a small apartment. A toy dog fits into the modern lifestyle of many people today. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 17:04:11 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/448571/choosing-a-toy-dog.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/448553/understanding-your-dogs-anal-glands.htm All dogs have anal glands. They are located on either side of the anus. Behind the anal gland is a sac that secretes a strongly smelling substance. The dog uses is anal glands to mark its territory every time it excretes. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:42:45 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/448553/understanding-your-dogs-anal-glands.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/448552/how-to-treat-your-dog-for-dehydration.htm Dehydration is causedby the excessive loss of fluids. The condition must be treated by the replacement of fluids. It can result from a dog being kept in hot conditions for too long or from illness. Vomiting and diarrhea or a high fever will all cause dehydration. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:42:33 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/448552/how-to-treat-your-dog-for-dehydration.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/448543/caring-for-your-soft-coated-wheaten-terrier-pet-dog.htm First bred in Ireland as a farm dog and family companion, the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is closely related to the Irish and Kerry Blue Terriers. He has a soft, silky coat, and he is a happy dog. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:36:21 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/448543/caring-for-your-soft-coated-wheaten-terrier-pet-dog.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/448541/basic-dog-facts-every-dog-lover-should-know.htm Most people like cuddly puppies and grown-up dogs. But before you welcome a new dog into your home, there are some things you need to think through to be sure both you and your new best friend are happy and healthy. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:35:29 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/448541/basic-dog-facts-every-dog-lover-should-know.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/448445/caring-for-dogs-that-are-hypoallergenic-for-humans.htm Hypoallergenic dog breeds are the most suitable for people who are allergic to dog dander and fur. Some of the more popular hypoallergenic dog breeds include terrier, basenji, bichon frise, poodle, Chinese crested, greyhound, havanese, Irish water spaniel, and shih Tzu. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:34:39 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/448445/caring-for-dogs-that-are-hypoallergenic-for-humans.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/447810/aquarium-and-fish-care-choices.htm Members of the family Characidae share many characteristics with other freshwater fish. They are a member of the Ostariophysi super order, which includes around 68% of all freshwater species in the world. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 20:32:20 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/447810/aquarium-and-fish-care-choices.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/447054/about-your-dogs-natural-ability-to-understand.htm Before we get into actually learning the steps of how to teach your dog, you must know about what a dog has the ability to understand. How well you communicate with your dog will determine its intelligence level - on a human scale, that is. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 21:54:52 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/447054/about-your-dogs-natural-ability-to-understand.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/446158/socializing-your-dog-into-your-home.htm Dogs are social creatures. While many of their social orientations are instinctual, others are taught by the pack. When you bring a dog into your home, you, your family, and your friends become its pack. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 01:11:08 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/446158/socializing-your-dog-into-your-home.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/446135/percherons-very-adaptable-draft-horses.htm Although the exact origins of the Percheron have been lost over the years, there are several different beliefs about their roots. There are those who believe that this large draft horse is descended from the original horses of the Ice Age. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:55:48 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/446135/percherons-very-adaptable-draft-horses.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/446126/the-clydesdale-heavy-duty-draft-horse.htm This heavy draft horse traces its roots to the early 19th century in the Lanarkshire (formerly Clydesdale) district of Scotland. There was a strong need for this large horse not only in the agricultural area but in the commerce area as well. The horses were used in the coalfields of Lanarkshire and for hauling wagons in the streets of Glasgow. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:45:11 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/446126/the-clydesdale-heavy-duty-draft-horse.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/446125/the-belgian-draft-horse-large-and-black.htm As the name implies this breed originated in Belgium. Back in the medieval times, the center of Western Europe became well-known for the large black horses known as "Flemish". These are the horses which carried the heavily armored knights into battle. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:44:36 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/446125/the-belgian-draft-horse-large-and-black.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/445433/listen-to-me-command-dog-training.htm Now your puppy has begun understanding words as communication. It is time to teach him commands. Commands are not the same as other communication. They should be one word, two if short words. Commands may save your dogs life (or yours) at some time and should be well enough learned by the dog that he will eventually follow them without thinking about doing so. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 11:52:49 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/445433/listen-to-me-command-dog-training.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/445143/teaching-your-dog-step-by-step.htm Now that you have a bit of background on your dog's abilities and social abilities, it's time to look at the steps that work the best in teaching your pet to be intelligent. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:33:17 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/445143/teaching-your-dog-step-by-step.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/445142/the-get-command-in-dog-training.htm Smart dogs know how to get things when asked. He can learn to get anything that he knows the word for. To teach your dog to get something that is the first factor that must be considered. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:33:15 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/445142/the-get-command-in-dog-training.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/445141/hand-signals-in-dog-command-training.htm Once your dog knows the commands you give him verbally and can execute them well on his own, start alternating verbal commands with just hand signals. When he catches on, start giving several commands at a time using only hand signals. Make sure to signal rather than talk now and again so he does not forget these commands. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:32:55 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/445141/hand-signals-in-dog-command-training.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/445136/the-first-commands-in-dog-command-training.htm The first commands you teach are all pretty standard. I have listed the basic first commands here. You can determine what else you want to teach your pup later on, but these commands will give you the basic understanding of how to teach your dog to follow commands. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:27:54 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/445136/the-first-commands-in-dog-command-training.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/445135/teaching-the-go-concept-and-other-daily-basics.htm Humans learn because we have experiences. It is no different with animals. The more experiences your animal has, the smarter he will become. Going places is an important aspect of the puppy's learning process. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:27:42 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/445135/teaching-the-go-concept-and-other-daily-basics.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/445134/beyond-housebreaking-whats-toys-are-to-dogs.htm The next thing you will really want to work on with your puppy is his knowledge of what constitutes a toy and what doesn't. It's not fun to have a dog that doesn't understand that your new Italian shoes are not his new chew toys. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:27:26 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/445134/beyond-housebreaking-whats-toys-are-to-dogs.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/445131/the-first-day-you-bring-your-dog-home.htm When you first bring your dog home, you want him to have time to adjust to you and his surroundings before you start formally training him, but there is no need to wait to begin communicating with him - especially if you like clean carpets. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:26:43 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/445131/the-first-day-you-bring-your-dog-home.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/444757/friesians-and-gypsy-cobs-draft-horses.htm This draft breed is rooted in Friesland, Northwestern Europe, which is now a part of the Netherlands. The original stock was descended from the order of Equus robustus (the big horse). Mon, 21 Sep 2009 17:55:45 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/444757/friesians-and-gypsy-cobs-draft-horses.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/444753/does-your-horse-need-supplements.htm Most people are fond of feeding their pets; some people know how to elaborate a very complex diet when choosing a Puppy Food. The horses are no exception when it comes to their feeding because every owner will try to conceive the best diet ever. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 17:54:52 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/444753/does-your-horse-need-supplements.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/444752/do-it-yourself-diy-driftwood-for-your-aquarium.htm Do It Yourself (DIY) driftwood takes time, but it will save you tons of money. Some small pieces cost well over $20. Also, the soak method (minus salt) will work for store bought driftwood. Store bought driftwood is cleaned and has not been soaked. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 17:54:13 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/444752/do-it-yourself-diy-driftwood-for-your-aquarium.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/444751/different-types-of-saltwater-aquariums.htm Saltwater aquariums should generally contain fewer fish than fresh water tanks, because the species tend to grow bigger in size. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 17:54:10 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/444751/different-types-of-saltwater-aquariums.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/444748/different-types-of-pet-hermit-crabs.htm A hermit crab is a truly exotic pet. They might not be the first exotic pets you think of when you first think of exotic pets. You might first think of a tarantula, an iguana, or maybe you even know someone with a scorpion. While these pets are all most definitely exotic, hermit crabs are the definition of exotic. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 17:53:52 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/444748/different-types-of-pet-hermit-crabs.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/444710/orientation-to-teaching-your-dog.htm How you think of your dog will make a big difference in your ability to teach him. Right here is where you stop thinking of your pet as an animal. You are going to start thinking of your new "kid" as a member of your family. 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