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Done with Dog Daddy

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Dog trainers that use aversive training methods, including Augusto DeOliveira, also known as "The Dog Daddy," have caught the attention of concerned animal welfare groups, trainers, veterinary behaviorists, and pet owners.

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Can I train a pine marten to be a pet or companion animal?

Reddit Animals

Can I keep one and domesticate or tame it enough to be a good pet? I see people taming minks and using them as work animals for hunting rats and mice. My neighbours empty shed was taken over my a pine marten. It'll be having babies soon. Can I do this with a pine marten? Why or why not?

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Training a goldfish!

4 The Love Of Animals

That’s right, you can train a goldfish!! Thanks to the folks at Think Geek, we are training ours too. The awesome R2 Fish Training School makes it easy and fun to train your goldfish (or any fish actually, as long as it’s about an inch long). Training a goldfish!

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Top 5 Ways to Pet Proof Your Home

4 The Love Of Animals

Take one look at the viral blog, Pet Shaming , and it’s difficult to retain any illusions about our furry friends. To enjoy the most of your pet (and your home), it’s best to take action with these top 5 pet proofing strategies. See What Your Pet Sees. That’s right, it’s time to get right down to your pet’s level.

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Unique Wedding Idea: Include Your Pets!

4 The Love Of Animals

When it comes to unconditional love, there’s nothing like the bond between you and your pet, so it’s natural to want pets to be a part of the most important day of your life. Ensure Your Pet Will be Well Received. Before you decide to give Fido a starring role, check to make sure that your guests and venue are pet friendly.

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How Pets Can Improve Your Health

4 The Love Of Animals

Expert cites scientifically-proven therapeutic, physical and emotional health benefits of loving and caring for a pet. Pet ownership runs far deeper than simply caring for a possession. Yes, the sheer responsibility of caring for a pet has notable benefits in and of itself. Caring for a pet may even help you live longer.

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Dogs ? or cats ? or do you prefer other.

Reddit Animals

I know someone has done this in pets already 11 months ago. I have gown up with a lot more dogs then cats and say I lean against more of a cat person not saying that I still do like dogs, but I have grown to not like them as much if there not trained. But I’m wanting some more recent opinions. Sadly can’t do a poll on this community.

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