Families across America love to celebrate with fireworks. For many dogs however, fireworks can be a source of extreme fear and stress. Here are some tips to help with the stress:

Take your dog for a long walk before the festivities start. This will allow him to potty outside before all of the noise begins and the exercise may help tire him out.
During firework displays, keep your dog indoors in a confined and secure area with shades closed. You might also try adding some white noise with an oscillating fan.
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Come to Molly’s Mutt House Sunday, June 28 to learn more about reiki, a Japanese technique to promote physical, mental and spiritual health.

In recognition of National Dog Bite Prevention Week (May 17-23, 2009), The Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) reiterates our belief in training dogs using positive and humane methods. Recent research has shown that the use of aversive training methods can increase aggressive behavior from dogs. The APDT urges dog owners to work with professional trainers schooled in the latest scientific research to create a healthy, happy dog and a safe household.
The Association of Pet Dog Trainers, the largest professional and educational association for dog trainers in the world, believes …

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Curious about cats? Here are a few cat facts to scratch your curiosity:

The reason why Siamese cats have a dark mask and dark tips to their feet and tails is because of a gene which causes a reaction, making colder regions grow dark hair.
Parent cats will sometimes bring maimed animals to their kittens so they can practice their hunting skills under supervision.
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The AKC’s Canine Good Citizen® (CGC) Program is a certification program that is designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. The Canine Good Citizen Program is a two-part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the 10-step CGC test may receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club.
Many dog owners choose Canine Good Citizen training as the first step in training their dogs. As you work with your dog to teach the …

Interactive toy ideas to keep your pup busy! By Trainer, Stephanie Bennett

Of all aspects of dog ownership, house-training is the most prominent and the most important. From the first day a dog comes into his new home, there is a sense of urgency that pushes us to house-train him as quickly and thoroughly as possible. However, just like any other kind of training, house-training requires patience, persistence, and an understanding of your dog’s instinctive habits. Once your dog is properly trained, you will both be calmer and happier with his daily routine.

Reasons for House-Training:

A clean, hygienic living …

It’s puppy season! Bringing home your new puppy is very exciting. There is so much work to be done! Be prepared for some sleepless nights, lots of patience, and some hard work. Two of the most common misconceptions that new owners have are: (A) The new puppy understands language and (B) The new puppy already knows how they are expected to behave in a home. A puppy, just like a human baby, must be taught everything.

Lone Star Pet Lodges of Missouri City is offering a 10% discount on training for anyone that votes on click2houston’s BEST PET SUPPLIES contest. The contest ends February 27th so vote today!
Training sessions offered at Lone Star Pet Lodges of Missouri City include:
Puppy Kindergarten (1 night per week for 4 weeks).
Cost $119.00
Class Times - 6:15PM to 7:00PM
Start Date - Wednesday, February 18th (Every Wed. night until March 4th)
Class Times - 10:00AM to 10:45AM
Start Date - Thursday, February 19th (Every Thur. night until March 12th)
Basic Obedience and Manners (1 night per …