The first step is to make sure your dog doesn't have a medical problem. Aggression can be caused by pain, such as cracked molars, a urinary tract infection, or arthritis. A common cause of aggression is also hypothyroidism (low thyroid function). Make sure that your vet runs the complete thyroid panel, blood chemistry/CBC and urinalysis. Make sure your vet sends the blood to a reputable laboratory (in-house tests at the vet's office are not adequate). Find a qualified behaviorist.

First, make sure you have read and understand the information on this page. The next step is to fill out our Wait List Application and email it to us at dogtalk@woodcrestkennel.com. Please save the file to your computer, edit with your information and save it again, and then email it back to us with the document as an attachment. (If you cannot view .doc or .pdf files the questions are available by scrolling down on the same page which you can cut and paste into an email.

Behavior Modification Reducing Fear and Anxiety - Desensitization, counter-conditioning and flooding. Protocol for Desensitization and Counter Conditioning using Gradual Departures - Also see Protocol for Relaxation and Protocol for Teaching your Dog to Uncouple Departures and Departure Cues.

I don't really know, although I have been told that WebTV has the G2 player. If any WebTV user can successfully listen to these shows, please let me know so I can update this section. I had been using the traditional .ra (realaudio) extension on my files, but the newer player wants .rm (realmedia?). I changed to .rm on 5/12/2000. You can use RealPlayer's equalizer to correct this. (View | Equalizer). It's a function of the quality of the original file, not of RealAudio itself.

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Our Airedales are priced comparably with other high quality pure bred dogs. Some litters may be priced differently than others based on the particular breeding. Please contact us to get an idea of purchase price of one of our puppies, but keep in mind that that price may change at any time up until we take a deposit from you. Generally we know how much puppies from a particular breeding will be by the time the breeding takes place.

There is no such thing as a non-allergenic dog. There are some breeds of dog that are considered to be hypo-allergenic meaning that they cause less allergy reactions than other dogs. Airedales are not usually listed as a hypo-allergenic dog although some people believe that it is. We do not believe that the Airedale is a hypo-allergenic dog.

Your Airedale must be kept safe from environmental hazards by being walked on a leash or confined to a solid-fenced yard at all times. Invisible fencing and electric fencing is not a suitable option for an Airedale. Solid fencing keeps your dog in AND it keeps other dogs and wildlife OUT. Under no circumstances should any dog be tethered, inside or outside.

Women with PMDD may be angry and irritable, but this is seldom associated with actual violent or aggressive acts. There may be very rare exceptions, especially if a woman is temperamentally predisposed to violence or aggression. There was a report of a woman with previously unexplained recurrent violent behavior (including stabbing a woman to death), in whom all of the acts occurred during the premenstrual phase of her cycle.

Yes, RMBs should be given whole (not ground up or smashed), as chewing the entire RMB provides several benefits. Chewing RMBs provides superior jaw and upper body muscle exercise, as well as those pearly whites we've read so much about. Puppies who chew their RMBs satisfy their natural chewing desires, rather than chewing on your furniture or shoes. On the other hand, ground RMBs still provide all the nutritional requirements that are so crucial to your dog's health.

There is no dog breed that is truly non-allergenic (not allergy causing) since all dogs produce dander, saliva, and urine that people can be allergic to. However, from my personal experience, the AHT is the least allergy causing dog breed. See my allergy pages for more human pet allergy info.

The dog's nose is several thousands of times more sensitive than a human's. An air scenting dog is trained to use the air currents and wind to find human scent. People shed thousands of skin cells per minute (rafts) and this is the odor believed the dog is smelling, trained to find and is rewarded for. The dog uses its natural hunting ability and instinct to locate the lost subject. We use positive reinforcement in training.

Many, not all, Klee Kai are aggressive toward other dogs unless they are well socialized as puppies. These dogs will tend to pick up the characteristics of an older dog if raised around one.

No. As dog lovers, we would like to be able to save all dogs, but with our limited foster homes and funds, we concentrate our rescue activities on purebred Airedales. As a courtesy, we will list mixed-breed Airedales on our websites for all-breed rescue groups and, if there are no suitable purebred Airedales available, forward information to applicants who have expressed that they might possibly adopt a mixed Airedale. We receive no fees for this service.

There are no real differences between male and female dogs, especially since all dogs are spayed or neutered before placement. Many people choose the sex of their dog based on their own personal experiences, because that is what they are most comfortable with. If you already have a dog, it is usually best to adopt the opposite gender. The most important factor is to find the dog that is the best match for every person and pet in the adoptive family.

Socialize and exercise your dog on a daily basis. Dogs that haven't been properly socialized, receive little attention or handling, or are left tied up for long periods of time frequently turn into biters. Spay or neuter your dog. Neutered dogs are less likely to bite. Dogs that have not been spayed or neutered are up to three times more likely to be involved in a biting incident than neutered or spayed dogs.

It is important that the dog be groomed at appropriate intervals. Clipping and baths should be performed every 6-10 weeks, with additional baths only if necessary, nails at least monthly, brush/combing and teeth cleaning at least weekly, and other grooming as needed. Grooming should always be made into a positive experience.

In my opinion, crate training is a definite plus. It should not be used as a substitute for training your Airedale to have manners and live within the rules of the household but rather as a safe, comfortable "den" for your pet to rest in. It is also a safer way for your dog to travel. Teaching your dog that his/her crate is his/her space can be invaluable when company arrives, when he is being housebroken, and if your pet ever has to be confined for medical reasons.

You can do personality tests with Airedale Terrier puppies, and also physical exams. Visit Choosing Airedale Terrier Puppies. Most behavior problems stem from either miscommunication (you may not have clearly gotten across to him exactly what you expect) or disrespect (he may be deliberately ignoring your wishes). Visit Respect Training Program. Visit Housebreaking Your Airedale Terrier. You will need to go back to the beginning -- into a pen or crate.

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Some Cairns would be wonderful with a senior depending on the individual energy levels of the dog and the people. As a rule, Cairns are an active breed; however, they do mellow some with age. Senior or more mature Cairns are recommended for those in their "golden years."

Here a just a few of the books available: Teamwork I & II by Top Dog in Tucson, Arizona; Partners in Independence by Ed and Toni Eames; Lend Me an Ear by Martha Hoffman; Moving Violations: War Zones, Wheelchairs and Declarations of Independence by John Hockenberry; Life on Wheels: For the Active Wheelchair User by Gary Karp; Planet of the Blind by Stephen Kuusisto; Waist-High in the World: Life Among the Non-Disabled by Nancy Mairs; Chelsea: The Story of a Signal Dog by Paul Ogden

Junior Showmanship offers young people the opportunity to compete with others of their own age in various AKC events--from Junior Showmanship classes (where they are judged on how they present their dog) to training and exhibiting their dogs in Obedience, Agility and the many Performance events.

Yes, it confuses me too! However, commercial dog food companies have got the advertising part down amazingly well. They have entered the market at every point. With some companies, breeders and vets get major discounts and kick-backs for selling their product. They sponsor dog shows, they advertise in dog magazines, they get high profile people (including vets) to talk about their product.

A survey by the national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta ("CDC") concludes that dogs bite nearly 2% of the U.S. population -- more than 4.7 million people annually. Almost 800,000 bites per year -- one out of every 6 -- are serious enough to require medical attention. Dog bites send nearly 334,000 victims to hospital emergency departments per year (914 per day). (National Center for Health Statistics National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care Survey for 1992-1994.

There are many reasons dogs are surrendered to shelters (e.g., health, behaviour, personal circumstances). With Giants, one of the most common reasons is that the dog got too big or is untrained.

Camp attendance varies from session to session. Our program is capable of holding over 130 campers, although most sessions have had around 100 human campers, with a dog population slightly higher. Many of our 25-30 staff members and presenters also bring their canine companions along adding to the mix.

It depends on the number of dogs that are at the facility. Generally there are 3-5 trained dog handlers supervising the dogs at all times.