Patricia Ellison
Patricia is an avid writer, wife, mother and grandmother. Her passion is family which includes her dogs. Most dog owners consider their dogs as family, Patricia enjoys sharing her knowledge of caring for and training dogs as well as her experience as a Chihuahua breeder through her writing.
Learn more about Patricia and her dogs at www.patz-dogs.com, a web site dedicated to dogs, their health, care and training needs.
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Learn more about Patricia and her dogs at www.patz-dogs.com, a web site dedicated to dogs, their health, care and training needs.
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Understanding Dog Training and Socialization TrainingDog training, socialization training and play is where you start to build a lifelong bond. When puppies are young, they are not set in their behaviors or have their own mind. This is the ideal time to begin dog training.
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Stop Nuisance BarkingNuisance barking is a problem for many dog owners. Do you have a nuisance barker? Have you tried everything to stop his relentless barking?
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Understanding Dog FightsDog fights can be extremely serious. You might not always understand why they are fighting. Some obvious reasons for them to fight, you can try to resolve these before they get out of control.
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Chihuahua BreedingA few things to think about first before buying a dog. Don't think breeding Chihuahuas is something you can make a living off of, rather consider it a side business that carries a great deal of responsibility and should be taken seriously.
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Budgeting for Your DogCosts will vary, but having a dog may cost you anywhere from $100-$300 per month. This is especially important to keep in mind when budgeting for your dog. -
Your Dog is Chewing on EverythingYour dog is chewing up everything he sees. How can you stop this destructive behavior? When children and dogs are left alone with nothing to do they seem to find their own entertainment.
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What is the Color of Your Horse?What is the color of your horse? As a child I had little interest in anything other than horses so I learned the names given to a particular color. These are the basic horse colors.
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Does Your Homeowners Insurance Cover Dog Bites?Homeowners and renters insurance typically cover dog-bite liability. You should check your policy to see if the coverage is sufficient to cover the increase in medical costs.
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3 Secret Tricks for Parenting a TeenagerParenting a teenager is very different from parenting younger children. The biggest challenge is in building a connection.
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Do You Have an Annoying Begging Dog?With the holiday season quickly approaching, many of us are planning parties and ready to invite family and friends over. Your dog is part of your family and just like you prepare your children for these events you need to prepare your dog as well. -
Training a Puppy Not to ChaseIt's instinct for puppies to chase running children, bicycles or anything that moves away from them. Chasing can be an extremely dangerous activity as he matures for all involved and should be a controlled activity.
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Is Your Dog Licking You Constantly?Licking is a natural behavior for dogs, and most of the time, it isn't anything to worry about. Some dogs just take things too far though, and this is where problems can start.
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Grooming Your DogGrooming your dog is an essential and rewarding part of ownership. Many owners fail to notice ticks or lice because they fail to groom their dogs.
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Easy Fun Dog TricksTeaching your dog tricks is really fun and compared to obedience training is simple to do. Obedience training teaches him to give you full attention and places him under your control, so once these two things are achieved you can teach him many tricks.
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Training a ChihuahuaIt's a lot easier to guide a puppy into correct behavior, than having to fix problems that have become habits. If you have chosen an older Chihuahua and are facing behavior issues due to lack of early training the same training rules apply.
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Tick Invasion- What You Can Do for Your DogMost people know that it's important to stay away from ticks. Ticks can carry many different diseases. One of the most common is Lyme's disease.
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Is Your Dog Ready for Halloween?Halloween is a fun time of year for humans, but it is not always fun or safe for our pets. Many unforeseen dog problems can occur.
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How Would You Describe Your Chihuahua's Coat Color?The variation of a Chihuahua's coat color is one of the things I love most about this breed. With all the interesting colors and combinations there are truly no two chihuahuas alike. According to AKC they can be "any color - solid, marked or splashed". -
Adopting a Rescue DogPeople tend to think rescue dogs are unhealthy and unclean, more often it was the previous owner's fault they are in a shelter and not the dog's. Consider these positives and negatives for adopting a rescue dog. -
Your Child's First Puppy: Guidelines to FollowMy first puppy's name was Lassie and I was the most excited third grader in the neighborhood. She wasn't the famous "Lassie," heck she wasn't even a Collie. My first puppy gave me responsibility and a lifetime of memories. -
Should I Adopt Two Puppies at Once?Puppies are cute and funny. They're fun to play and cuddle with. Most of us can not fully realize the kind of effort involved in raising two dogs at once. -
Should You Choose a New Puppy or Grown Dog?Your decision to choose a new puppy or a grown dog should be given some thought, use these tips to help in the decision process. -
How to Stop Your Dog from DiggingDogs are instinctually driven to dig, curb this instinct by trying these tips to get them to stop.