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Hog roasts have existed for around for hundreds of years but they may well be at their most popular right now. One of the most dramatic and impressive things anyone could do in medieval times was to roast an entire hog to serve up at a big banquet. The only people who could afford to hold a hog roast was the really powerful and rich so only a select few were able to experience and savour it.Anyone can now experience a hog roast as in 2009 they are even more popular then they were back in the medieval times. There is no easier way of feeding many hungry people then having a hog roast at your event, so when you are next holding a vast party you should consider it as a possibilityThe method used today has very little deviations to the method used almost a thousand years ago. The small differences are the obvious ones, for example using a gas cooker and a mechanism to work the spit instead of a fire pit and a manual spit turning system. However both methods develop the same results, a beautifully roasted hog, dripping with flavour and covered in golden brown crackling, a sight which few men or women can reject. A hog roast will turn your event into a day that no one will forget in a hurry, so whether you’re having a medieval themed banquet or just having a birthday party remember to keep hog roasts in mind.

Every dog and every dog owner has his or her own unique dog training challenges. Each breed of dog has a different temperament as does each individual dog. And dog owners are no different. Despite the differences, there are some basic things in common for training all dogs.

No matter why you have a dog, he should at least have some very elementary dog training. No one wants a dog who isn’t housebroken, who runs away or into the street, who won’t sit, come or stay when you want him to. Both you and your dog will be happier with a little common ground on obedience training.

One of the first things to take into account when dog training is that dogs are programmed for a world of leaders and followers. You have to be the leader in your relationship. Signs of a leader are absolute consistency. Know what you want your dog to do and keep that constant from day to day and training session to training session. Don’t shout. That is a sign that you have lost control. And keep your dogs attention focused on you during the entire training session.

Attention is the second important thing to keep in mind for dog training and one of the hardest to maintain. It has been said that ninety percent of dog training is getting and keeping his attention. Dogs are very much like small children and have short attention spans. Keep training sessions short - 20 minutes is fine, or even a couple of 10 minute sessions. Work with your dog in a quiet environment that is free of distractions. Talk to your dog in a quiet voice. Use his name and explain what you want him to do. He may understand no more than, “Blah blah blah, Toby”, but your voice will keep him focused in your direction.

Experts have found that positive dog training is more effective that a system of rewards and punishment. A dog who looks forward to training sessions as fun and full of rewards is a dog who will learn faster and better. Reward accomplishments with treats or words of praise or pats. As your dog learns new skills, you can reward him for each step along the way. If he doesn’t respond the way you want, rethink what you are asking him to do and how you are asking him to do it. What worked as a dog training method for one dog may not work as well for the next. Your dog may need to review some more basic dog training lessons before going on to new lessons. Rather than punishment, a stern NO, blocking a movement with your hands, or withholding rewards when he doesn’t perform, and remaining consistent are the best ways to encourage your dog to exhibit the behavior you want. Remember that it is in his nature (as well as yours) to want to test limits and see how much he can get away with. Consistency in dog training and rewards are what get positive results, not punishments.

Dogs are very much like us. They want to follow a leader they respect. And dog training is just like school. They like to do things that are fun and make them feel good, where they get rewards for accomplishing what is asked of them. And they want the same thing their owners want, a happy and safe relationship with the ones they are love. A little dog obedience training will go a long way in making this happen.

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from David the Dogman

Just this side of Heaven is a place called The Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill or old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them who had to be left behind. They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; his eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling to each other in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together…

Commitment, Firmness, but kindness.

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Do you have any problems with your pet? Then why not send your problem to DAVID THE DOGMAN.

David is a Canine Behaviourist who works and lives in Marbella, Spain. Tel/Fax (00345) 2883388.
His web site is located at: http://www.thedogman.net.

David has his own radio and TV shows, and writes for many newspapers and magazines. David has been working with dogs for many years and started his career in Israel, working on the Border Police. He has been involved in all forms of training, including air sea rescue, air scent work, and has trained dogs for finding drugs. David has devoted the past 10 years to studying behaviour and the very passive approach. He does not use choke chains, check chains, or any form of aggression.

David The Dogman is available for private consultations in your home, for further details telephone; Tel; (95) 2883388

Cats cannot be discipline as you would a dog. With a dog they
are social dominant that can be trained to have you as the
dominant one. The reason that cats will not react as a dog is
that cats have social groups only by respect and social groups.

Physical punishment on cat will only result in the cat fearing
you. So never, hit your cat or any physical punishment.

Train your cat to have appropriate behaviors and that they
cannot do the inappropriate behaviors as you will not tolerate
this type of behavior. Cats do not like surprises; an advantage
that you will have on the cat, in order to be able to train by
using surprise noises. Use clapping, firm voice “NO”, hissing,
or water bottle to have your cat stop the unwanted behaviors.
For these to be effective you must do a surprising sound
immediately when the unwanted behaviors are being done. Seconds
later or even when you come home and find the unwanted behavior
done is not going to be effective as doing it as soon as the cat
starts the unwanted behavior.

Never rub the nose of the cat. Use the face push method, pushing
the palm of you hand in the cats face. This is a great way to
let your cat know that biting is not acceptable, if you have a
cat that is biting. Simply push the cats face back gently, do
not hit the cat.

Some behaviors will not be able to train. Childproofing might be
the solution to that behavior. Small plastic container, keep the
valuable breakables out of reach, find our of reach places for
the dangerous items so your cat cannot reach and get into them.
Make sure all items that the cat might be able to get on if
there is a climbing or a jumping problem is secure.

Pet stores do offer assorted sprays, creams, powders, scents,
and other items to help with the training your cat. Catnip is
available in different forms to help with having your cat know
some of it territory. Scat mats are mats that have very little
current that runs on a battery. These are great for on the
counter, couch, or anything that the cat has been jumping on
when your presents is not in that room. Scents in sprays and
creams for furniture, litter boxes and other item that help
deterrent your cat from. So they will use a scratching pole.

Place fabric that is lose woven down, or netting cats does not
like to have their nails snag. Rubbing lemon, bitters, cayenne
pepper, orange peelings on items that the cat is not allow
playing with. Put foil paper around plants so that your cat is
not digging in the dirt. Cats do not like the feel or noise from
the foil paper.

Toys for actives are also import for you to help with behaviors.
If you do not supply actives for the cat to do you will not be
able to train your cat. Toys with catnip in them are great,
scratching poles, ropes, and hoops for jumping through. You can
be crafty and make items that the cat would like to play with.

Starting to train a cat when it is young is the best way, this
is the easiest with you and with the cat. Less stress, your cat
will learn the good behaviors easier, and you can get a handle
on the natural bad behaviors. Once of the best things to make
sure that your cat is ready to train is take him to the vet for
a check up and make sure he has had his shot. This is important;
as if your cat is ill, you will not be able to train your cat.
Also, for the groomer to maintain his fur and nails. Both of
these are great to for the social part of training. Your cat
will need to see these people on regular bases and if started
right away, will help with the training.

Most of all Patience, love and caring for your cat will be a
great gift that you can do for the training. They will love you
back.