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To Bark Or Not To Bark? That Is The Question

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Author: Kay Stevens Why don’t we want a dog to bark? Why does a dog bark? We don’t want a dog to bark because it is NOISE and we humans don’t like noise unless we are the ones making it. With other noise (barking) we find it irritating, stressful, intrusive, painful and just downright annoying. [...]

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What are some of the most common things the every day collie owner would have to worry about?

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Besides the general dog stuff (such as food, shelter, fresh water, companionship, and exercise), a collie owner would need to know that collies are sometimes very “nippy” due to their herding instincts, they love to “mouth” things and put their long lovely noses everywhere!  Some collies have also been reported to have a habit of [...]

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10 Collie Commandments

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Collies are Part of the Family and have the following rights: We have the right to be full members of your family. We thrive on social interaction, praise, and love. We have the right to stimulation. We need new games, new toys, new experiences, and new smells to be happy. We have the right to [...]

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Keeping Your Collie’s Coat Clean and Healthy

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by: Brock Lorber Your collie wears a coat of insulation, helping him stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter. His coat holds essential oils close to his skin, and protects it from scrapes and scratches. The hollow hairs help him stay afloat so he can concentrate on swimming rather than treading. Without [...]

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How to Help Your Collie Lose Weight

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by: Emma Snow Obesity is on the rise for canines. The reasons for this influx are similar to those that humans experience, too much food and too little exercise. The results of obesity are similar for your canine friends too. Studies reveal that 25% of overweight dogs experience severe joint problems. This effects there daily [...]

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11 Tips for Achieving a Long, Happy Collie Life

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Photo by Tsuacctnt Pet treatment isn’t simply about reactionary medicine – it’s about being proactive and taking preventive measures to ensure your collie lives the longest, healthiest life as possible. By raising a loved collie that’s strong and happy, you can keep your beloved canine active and healthy for years to come. So, read on [...]

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Getting Your Collie to Walk Nicely

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By Hope Saidel   Taking your collie for a walk doesn’t have to mean getting your arm pulled out of the socket. Your collie can learn to walk politely by your side. All you need is patience, training and treats! “Djoowannagwout?” If you don’t speak collie, that translates to “Do you want to go out?” It’s [...]

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How to Introduce Two Dogs

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Author: Ty Brown Human beings are bound by certain social rules and etiquettes. Dogs are too, however, their rules are entirely different from our rules. For example, it is rare that one person meets another person and within seconds begins a violent fight. This behavior, however, is very common with our canine friends. Introducing two [...]

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