Monday, March 24, 2008
The Seven Deadly Doggy Tips
1) When bringing your new dog home for the first time make sure that he/she has plenty of time to explore their new home, also try to make sure that all family members are present and introduced to your new pet, this is especially important for the older dog. A dog is a territorial animal and the guarding instinct can be very strong and new faces appearing can lead to some confusion - it is better to get everyone introduced straight off, this establishes all the new pack members.
2) Dont play rough or encourage aggression or play biting, this is especially important if you have children in the house for two reasons the first being that very young children are obviously at risk from injury even from a well intentioned but overly boisterous dog used to rougher play and the second is that older children could well be the ones playing rough with your new pet and inadvertently encourage the wrong behaviour or at worst put themselves at risk, in this case both pet and child need to be trained.
3) Never physically punish youre pet to force compliance to your commands, this will lead to a fearful dog and potentially aggressive animal - dogs work on association and will associate physical punishment with your commands and as he does not want to be punished he will avoid you, therefore defeating any training efforts.
4) Training needs to be consistent - this is very important and sometimes very difficult to maintain, your commands must always be the same e.g.: when you want your dog to come to you, you could say either come or here, the trick is to decide which command you are going to use and stick with it As I say this can sometimes be harder than it looks even the most experienced dog handler will sometimes slip up and issue a different command, the important thing is to remember not to chastise your dog for your mistake, after all he does not know you are talking to him when you issue a different command he is not used to.
5) Related to the above, if there are certain places in your home off limits to your pet make sure from the very beginning that your pet is aware of them eg: not welcome in the bathroom, on the couch or on your bed. It is also wise to make sure that all family members are aware of these restrictions as well and stick to them, if your children or spouse are happy for your dog to sit on the couch , but you are not, then you poor dog is getting very mixed signals and does not know what he should do, but he knows one thing that couch sure is comfortable.
6) Punishment must always be when your dog is caught in the act, unlike you or me, a dog will not associate punishment with something he did earlier in the day that you have just discovered the best example being when you get home to find dog mess on the floor or your favourite shoes now chewed to destruction, if you now go into a rage and punish him now, he will associate you coming home as punishment time and will likely hide away when you get home rather than being happy and pleased to see you. This is sometimes the hardest thing to achieve and naturally a dog that persistently offends whether it is messing the floor or being destructive can be very frustrating and frustrated people can get very angry, but it is important to remember how your dog thinks and behave accordingly.
7) Praise him, praise him and praise him again - this is your best tool when training your new dog, whenever he does what you want praise him, if he does it again praise him and keep on praising him, he wants you to be pleased with and lavishing attention on him. As a tool though it is invaluable, again a dogs mind works on association if you lavish praise on him when he does something like doing his business in the garden or whilst out on a walk rather than in the house, he will quickly pick up on the fact that you like him doing this and he will keep on with this pattern of behaviour and in no time at all this training job is done very nicely thank you very much.
I hope this is helpful, I could have listed more tips but these are the ones I consider essential and many others are just variations of the above.
David A. Eaton
2) Dont play rough or encourage aggression or play biting, this is especially important if you have children in the house for two reasons the first being that very young children are obviously at risk from injury even from a well intentioned but overly boisterous dog used to rougher play and the second is that older children could well be the ones playing rough with your new pet and inadvertently encourage the wrong behaviour or at worst put themselves at risk, in this case both pet and child need to be trained.
3) Never physically punish youre pet to force compliance to your commands, this will lead to a fearful dog and potentially aggressive animal - dogs work on association and will associate physical punishment with your commands and as he does not want to be punished he will avoid you, therefore defeating any training efforts.
4) Training needs to be consistent - this is very important and sometimes very difficult to maintain, your commands must always be the same e.g.: when you want your dog to come to you, you could say either come or here, the trick is to decide which command you are going to use and stick with it As I say this can sometimes be harder than it looks even the most experienced dog handler will sometimes slip up and issue a different command, the important thing is to remember not to chastise your dog for your mistake, after all he does not know you are talking to him when you issue a different command he is not used to.
5) Related to the above, if there are certain places in your home off limits to your pet make sure from the very beginning that your pet is aware of them eg: not welcome in the bathroom, on the couch or on your bed. It is also wise to make sure that all family members are aware of these restrictions as well and stick to them, if your children or spouse are happy for your dog to sit on the couch , but you are not, then you poor dog is getting very mixed signals and does not know what he should do, but he knows one thing that couch sure is comfortable.
6) Punishment must always be when your dog is caught in the act, unlike you or me, a dog will not associate punishment with something he did earlier in the day that you have just discovered the best example being when you get home to find dog mess on the floor or your favourite shoes now chewed to destruction, if you now go into a rage and punish him now, he will associate you coming home as punishment time and will likely hide away when you get home rather than being happy and pleased to see you. This is sometimes the hardest thing to achieve and naturally a dog that persistently offends whether it is messing the floor or being destructive can be very frustrating and frustrated people can get very angry, but it is important to remember how your dog thinks and behave accordingly.
7) Praise him, praise him and praise him again - this is your best tool when training your new dog, whenever he does what you want praise him, if he does it again praise him and keep on praising him, he wants you to be pleased with and lavishing attention on him. As a tool though it is invaluable, again a dogs mind works on association if you lavish praise on him when he does something like doing his business in the garden or whilst out on a walk rather than in the house, he will quickly pick up on the fact that you like him doing this and he will keep on with this pattern of behaviour and in no time at all this training job is done very nicely thank you very much.
I hope this is helpful, I could have listed more tips but these are the ones I consider essential and many others are just variations of the above.
David A. Eaton
Careers with Horses
If you are anything like Robert Botine Cunningham-Graham, Scottish horseman, writer, and adventurers, then you know that there is no heaven without horses. If you eat, sleep, and breathe horses, then why not parlay all your time and effort into a career in the horse industry? Can you imagine a better way to spend your days?
Surveys done over the last several years show that there are 7 million horses in the United States today. And according to American Horse Council figures, the horse industry supports more than 1.4 million full-time jobs. There are a variety of careers in the horse industry, from hands-on jobs like large-animal veterinarian to jobs that support the industry, like feed and supplement distributor. There are jobs in breeding, showing, health, education, product manufacturing, research, recreation, and service industries to name just a few that come to mind. And one of these areas is most likely just right for you!
So, how do you find a job in the horse industry that is right for you? Well, before you start randomly sending out resumes to every horse-related employer you know of, you need to spend some time considering the type of career you want. In many cases, you'll have to come up with a plan that will lead you to that career. As wonderful as it is that you want to be a large animal veterinary technician, no one is going to hire you without the right credentials. In other words, like most worthwhile pursuits in life, you are going to have to spend a little time and effort to reach your goals.
So, are you ready? Answer these few simple questions and you'll be on your way to finding an equine career that is right for you:
* What do I want out of a horse career? Do you want daily contact with horses, or are you interested in working in a supporting field without daily contact? There are pros and cons to both. A supporting role may offer you a higher income, regular hours, more job stability, and better benefits, but a hands-on career gives you flexibility and the ability to work around your favorite animals every day. What is more important to you? Think very seriously about your own interests, abilities, and personality. It won't hurt to spend a few minutes writing down why you want to work with horses.
* What experience and education do I currently have? There is no teacher like experience, but is it more important than education in the horse industry? That depends on the job. For those seeking skilled hands-on positions like trainers, barn managers, and riding instructors, the more time you've spent around horses the better. Other choices, such as equine vet, writer, public relations expert, or lawyer require a college education and additional training.
* What experience and education am I willing to get to achieve my career goals? If you require experience and education to break into a career in the horse industry, you need to have a good understanding of how much time and money it is going to cost to reach your goals. Do you have the time and money to spare, and are you willing to do so?
* What income do I need? Most people work in the horse industry because their love of horses supercedes their love of money. Many hands-on jobs provide minimal pay and benefits just for the pleasure of being around horses. Salaries improve with higher-level hands on jobs, and support jobs often pay the most and offer the best benefits. Before you make a commitment to a career, know how much money you need to live. Then do some research to find out if your career can realistically support you.
* Where should I enter the industry in order to have a good chance of meeting my goal? Whatever career track you are pursuing, enter the industry in a job that you can handle with your present skills and experience. Getting in over your head may not only prevent you from advancing, it is dangerous! Once you've figured out your entry level, you can work your way up as you gain experience.
Ron Petracek is the founder of Equine Internets vast 15 site classified and social network. You can view its amazing size here Http://www.equineinternet.com/network.php or to further your equine habit please visit our forum by clicking here http://www.horsechitchat.com/equineforums and start posting Need to sell a horse or tack? place a free ad here http://www.click4equine.com and always the barn door in left open on purpose.
Surveys done over the last several years show that there are 7 million horses in the United States today. And according to American Horse Council figures, the horse industry supports more than 1.4 million full-time jobs. There are a variety of careers in the horse industry, from hands-on jobs like large-animal veterinarian to jobs that support the industry, like feed and supplement distributor. There are jobs in breeding, showing, health, education, product manufacturing, research, recreation, and service industries to name just a few that come to mind. And one of these areas is most likely just right for you!
So, how do you find a job in the horse industry that is right for you? Well, before you start randomly sending out resumes to every horse-related employer you know of, you need to spend some time considering the type of career you want. In many cases, you'll have to come up with a plan that will lead you to that career. As wonderful as it is that you want to be a large animal veterinary technician, no one is going to hire you without the right credentials. In other words, like most worthwhile pursuits in life, you are going to have to spend a little time and effort to reach your goals.
So, are you ready? Answer these few simple questions and you'll be on your way to finding an equine career that is right for you:
* What do I want out of a horse career? Do you want daily contact with horses, or are you interested in working in a supporting field without daily contact? There are pros and cons to both. A supporting role may offer you a higher income, regular hours, more job stability, and better benefits, but a hands-on career gives you flexibility and the ability to work around your favorite animals every day. What is more important to you? Think very seriously about your own interests, abilities, and personality. It won't hurt to spend a few minutes writing down why you want to work with horses.
* What experience and education do I currently have? There is no teacher like experience, but is it more important than education in the horse industry? That depends on the job. For those seeking skilled hands-on positions like trainers, barn managers, and riding instructors, the more time you've spent around horses the better. Other choices, such as equine vet, writer, public relations expert, or lawyer require a college education and additional training.
* What experience and education am I willing to get to achieve my career goals? If you require experience and education to break into a career in the horse industry, you need to have a good understanding of how much time and money it is going to cost to reach your goals. Do you have the time and money to spare, and are you willing to do so?
* What income do I need? Most people work in the horse industry because their love of horses supercedes their love of money. Many hands-on jobs provide minimal pay and benefits just for the pleasure of being around horses. Salaries improve with higher-level hands on jobs, and support jobs often pay the most and offer the best benefits. Before you make a commitment to a career, know how much money you need to live. Then do some research to find out if your career can realistically support you.
* Where should I enter the industry in order to have a good chance of meeting my goal? Whatever career track you are pursuing, enter the industry in a job that you can handle with your present skills and experience. Getting in over your head may not only prevent you from advancing, it is dangerous! Once you've figured out your entry level, you can work your way up as you gain experience.
Ron Petracek is the founder of Equine Internets vast 15 site classified and social network. You can view its amazing size here Http://www.equineinternet.com/network.php or to further your equine habit please visit our forum by clicking here http://www.horsechitchat.com/equineforums and start posting Need to sell a horse or tack? place a free ad here http://www.click4equine.com and always the barn door in left open on purpose.
Your Guide to Making Money on the Internet
There are many sites offering you ways to make easy money on the internet but most of them are scams. Even though making money on the internet is possible, it is not in the ways these sites suggest. You will never get rich quick using a scheme which will guarantee success. Don't you agree that if someone knew how to make a fortune overnight they would use it for themselves and not sell it to you for $30? This is how these sites work - they make money on the internet by giving false hopes to the broke or poor.
Despite that, it is still possible to make money on the internet. I personally do that as a freelance writer. What I really like about the internet is that it gives you more work opportunities. First of all, you can work from home which is always a pleasant thing to do. Secondly, you can be your own boss as you can set your own work hours and get paid when you finish your tasks. Another advantage of the internet is that it allows you to connect to many other people and in case you are good at marketing yourself you can sell your services quickly. Despite all these great advantages, there is no miracle solution. Even though you shouldn't leave the house in order to make money online, you still have to get the work done.
As a freelance writer I use the countless opportunities of the Internet to meet potential employers. One thing I use is craigslist. It is very helpful as there are hundreds of jobs offered every day so you have to quickly discover useful contacts. To be completely honest, I should admit that there are many better resources for making money online but all it comes to are connections. One way to develop them is to ask for referrals from your previous employers. Even though you might never meet the people you work for, when making money over the internet is concerned, it is almost the same as real life work - you do need connections. Consequently, making money on the internet is not such a difficult task. However, what is really hard is to make your living on it and not just an additional income.
Morgan Hamilton offers expert advice and great tips regarding all aspects concerning money. Get the information you are seeking now by visiting http://www.makingmoneymanual.com/making-money/making-money/your-guide-to-making-money-on-the-internet.html
Despite that, it is still possible to make money on the internet. I personally do that as a freelance writer. What I really like about the internet is that it gives you more work opportunities. First of all, you can work from home which is always a pleasant thing to do. Secondly, you can be your own boss as you can set your own work hours and get paid when you finish your tasks. Another advantage of the internet is that it allows you to connect to many other people and in case you are good at marketing yourself you can sell your services quickly. Despite all these great advantages, there is no miracle solution. Even though you shouldn't leave the house in order to make money online, you still have to get the work done.
As a freelance writer I use the countless opportunities of the Internet to meet potential employers. One thing I use is craigslist. It is very helpful as there are hundreds of jobs offered every day so you have to quickly discover useful contacts. To be completely honest, I should admit that there are many better resources for making money online but all it comes to are connections. One way to develop them is to ask for referrals from your previous employers. Even though you might never meet the people you work for, when making money over the internet is concerned, it is almost the same as real life work - you do need connections. Consequently, making money on the internet is not such a difficult task. However, what is really hard is to make your living on it and not just an additional income.
Morgan Hamilton offers expert advice and great tips regarding all aspects concerning money. Get the information you are seeking now by visiting http://www.makingmoneymanual.com/making-money/making-money/your-guide-to-making-money-on-the-internet.html
