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Dogs are very popular pets!
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Dogs are very popular pets, but to have a dog is a very big
responsibility. You have to clean, feed, and take care of them. In return
could keep you company, save your life, or even become famous. Dogs usually
cost
a
lot of money. The cost is determined by the breed
and
the size of the dog.It is important that you take good care
of
your dog.
Helpers and Service Dogs
Dogs can be trained to help people. These dogs
include SEEING EYE DOGS, HEARING
DOGS, THERAPY DOGS AND SERVICE
DOGS.
Click here to see an interview with
a police dog trainer.
SEEING EYE DOGS AND GUIDE DOGS
Seeing eye dogs are trained to help blind and visually disabled people.
A seeing eye dog needs a harness with a stiff handle attached. The
dog is trained to guide it's owner and alert them when there is trouble.
HEARING DOGS
Hearing dogs are trained to help deaf people. Hearing dogs are
trained to change sound into touch by nudging or tugging on it's owner.
These dogs respond to everyday sounds like doorbells and names. In an emergency,
the dog will notify the owner in by jumping on them. A hearing dog is trained
to learn sign language and hand movements.
THERAPY DOGS (Click here to
see an interview with a therapy dog owner.)
Therapy dogs are used to improve mental or physical health by interacting
with a patient. Petting a dog can reduce stress and lower blood pressure
and, more for some patients. There are a lot of volunteer programs
all through the country that help train volunteers to take their dogs to
nursing homes, hospitals, medical health centers and prisons.
SERVICE DOGS
Service dogs help physically disabled people. They open doors,
turn on and off lights and pull wheel chairs. Also, these dogs provide
companionship and reduce societal barriers.
BREEDS AND TYPES
There are two kinds of dogs. Mixed bred and purebred. There are
about 124 different breeds of dogs world wide, but they all share at least
one thing in common. They all relate to the wolf.
DOG CARE
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If you have a dog, you should be willing to spend time with him/her.
Some people say you should spend at least one hour a day with your dog.
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It is important to have a fenced yard so that your dog can go outside to
run around , (and do it's business).
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You should check the food and water everyday. Puppies should be fed several
times a day. Adult dogs can be fed once a day. Dogs like to over
eat so you need to be sure you are feeding your dog the correct amount.
Read the dog food labels for advice on how much to feed your dog.
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If it is hot outside, you should check the water several times a day.
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Speaking of heat, don't ever leave your dog in the car if it is warm outside.
Remember, cars can heat up very quickly.
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Your dog will need a good place to sleep. If it stays outside, you
will need to have a dog house. If it stays inside, you will probably
need a dog bed of some sort.
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Dogs need to be bathed on a regular basis. Bath schedules really
depend on how dirty your dog gets.
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You will need to watch out for fleas and ticks. Collars and flea
powder can help your dog stay flea and tick free.
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Be sure you have a good vet that can help you keep your dog healthy and
give him/her the required immunizations.
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Be sure to check with your local authorities to be sure your dog has the
required tags.
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Remember to walk your dog for exercise.
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Brushing is very good for your dog. Be care to choose a brush or
comb that will not pull your dog's hair.
Pets can cost a lot of money. A purebred dog may cost
much more money.
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Most mixed breed dogs cost from $60-$80 if they are adopted from a shelter.
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Fido's baked dog snacks cost $7.00 and weigh 16 ounces.
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Veterinary formula botanical extract shampoo weighs about 17 oz.
and costs $8.00.
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Hartz easy wash all dog shampoo costs $12.00 and weighs 35 ounces.
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A pet hair pick-up costs $4.49 and has 50 sheets of sticky paper.
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Nutro lamb and rice sticks cost $3.49 and weigh 6 ounces.
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Nutro's natural choice lamb meal & rice formula weigh 20 lb. and cost
$6.99.
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Hartz health remedy costs $5.99 and weighs 2.4 ounces.
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