By Steve Searls
 Our pets often go out of our sight and simply disappear. They seem so curious to explore the outside world that they are always trying to escape out of closed windows and locked doors. No matter how vigilant you try to be, a smart pet will always find a way out. Obviously, being out of the home without your supervision, they are exposed to dangers of all sorts.
Pets are instinctively adventurous. They love to explore their surroundings. Even the most careful and attentive pet owners will face situations where their cute little puppy would come up missing. Even pets like to live a bound free life, at least until dinner time. However, by then they cannot find their way home.
Without the safety of its master, the pet is all alone. It will face the dangers of cold weather, traffic on the roads and even the attack by other animals, including those if its own kind.
Protecting your lost pet -
The best way to protect them is obviously finding them as soon as possible. It's important that your pet
gets home before it turns dark as the cars are less likely to notice them at night. The temperature also falls and the wild animals prowl across the streets of your town.
If you do not want to keep searching for your pet all across the town and cannot tolerate the heartbreak of loosing your beloved companion forever, you should probably consider using GPS technology.
GPS means Global Positioning System.
Global Positioning System is a method applied in tracking the position of any object, human or even your pet. This system works because the device worn by the person keeps a constant supervision over him with the help of the satellites. Just like it can help tracing humans, GPS can also be used to locate pets.
Getting Information through GPS -
You can access this information via your phone, through the internet or software that you can install on your PC. Some systems also permit data to be delivered to a cell phone on GSM network. (Global System for Mobile Communication)
You have an option of setting a safe zone on the GPS device which will begin to track your pet's location only when it moves out of the predetermined safe zone. Once they go out of this safe zone, you will be alerted. What's more, you can always reset the zone boundaries if you are moving to another city or going on a vacation.
The GPS system is a lot more powerful than the typical tracking collar with limited range. However, there is a cost for using this service. You will have to pay a fee to your service provider who monitors your pet's movements through GPS.
If your dog swims or loves water games you may consider buying the water proof GPS device. It is very important to note that by merely using GPS you cannot safeguard your pet. You also have to give it enough personal attention so that it doesn't want to leave.
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Dog Training Collars Not So Smelly Dog Grooming
By MIKE SELVON
 Do you like the smell of dirty dog? Do you like seeing your pet infested with fleas or ticks? There is a high chance that you do not. The answer to this problem is to make sure your pet undergoes regular dog grooming.
It is not always easy to do, especially if your pet is not used to taking baths or having its hair cut but it is essential to maintaining a healthy coat and body.
Dog books and experts agree that dog grooming is an excellent way to foster a bond between pet owner and pet. It allows consistent contact and it helps assure the pet that its needs are being met in a safe way.
It keeps the pet's appearance healthy and make sure that allergies in the home are kept to a minimum. The grooming starts with the basics. You do not have to have expensive equipment nor do you have to always turn to be an animal wiz.
Basic dog beauty treatments begin in much the same way that you, yourself, spruce up. Start with an adequate bathtub with a hose attachment to the shower. Pets Mart sells a variety of shampoos and conditioning agents to help the grooming along.
Make sure the bathtub area is cleared of all clutter. If this is your puppy's first bath then it might not be quite as calm as you would want.
Start the shower, making sure the water temperature is tepid to warm, and make sure that your supplies are very close. The best idea is to have a dog training collar attached to a short leash and have the leash held by someone else while you do the dirty, or rather clean, work.
Dog grooming starts with the bath. After the bathing is done and the pet is dried off then the entertainment begins.
Many dogs, after a bath, will run through the house rubbing on the carpet and will give a free show of their exuberance. After they have gotten over the rush, calm them down by gently brushing out their coat.
It will remove any loose hair or dander still remaining. You can then clip their nails if you are feeling comfortable enough to do this.
If you own a breed of pet that requires a special hair cut or is exceedingly large, consider taking them into a local dog groomer who has the facilities to take care of your pet.
Dog grooming is a lot of work at times but it is worth it to see your pet healthy and have a beautiful coat. You will not have to worry about matted hair or the smell of a dog that has rolled around in something that it should not have.
Mike Selvon has some great puppy training for the pet lover, where you can find out more about dog grooming. We appreciate your feedback at our pet training blog. Match The Training Method To Your Dog
By Shane Morgan
 This week's training tip has to do with matching your training methods and approach with your dog's temperament and disposition. Unfortunately, this is something that is often overlooked by some dog trainers.
If done correctly, behavioral dog training should also help to shape and improve your dog's character. Self esteem, confidence and a sense of belonging - of loving and being loved should be the natural result of behavioral training as well as a well behaved dog.
In order to accomplish all of this it is vital that the methods used and your approach match your dog's personality. Although this sounds like common sense it can be a little trickier than it sounds. Here's what I mean.
It's pretty obvious that when dealing with a shy dog or sensitive dog you should lighten the methods of restriction and REALLY emphasize positive action and behaviors, acknowledging with exaggerated rewards. It also makes sense that when dealing with a excessively boisterous or even a dominant dog you need to handle things more firmly.
But what do you do when faced with some of the following scenarios...
* A dog who is very outgoing but is sensitive to any correction or Disapproval.
* A mischievous dog or trouble maker who has separation anxiety - can't stand to be apart from their owner.
* A timid dog who turns aggressive when you try to correct them or tell them "No!". (behaviors like 'fear biting')
* Or the usually well behaved 'happy' dog who is completely emotionally crushed by any disapproval shown by the owner.
These are just a few examples of dog-personalities I've worked with. As a general rule it's best to use neutral body language and expression when having to say "No!" to your dog. Also methods like the four Compassionate Control Actions that I teach do a lot of the communicating for you.
The only time I purposely express emotions when doing behavioral dog training is when I'm working with a dominant, stubborn confrontative dog (like my Indigo) who'll actually argue and grumble when they get into trouble. For this type of dog I like to express "profound disappointment" to help get through to them and to be taken seriously.
As an aside, anger is one of the least effective emotions to express when dog training. It tends to either trigger an undesirable response or scare the dog. Either response is not what you're aiming for and certainly doesn't help to build good character.
But no matter what you do, be sensitive and aware of your dog's emotional experience. If anything err on the side of caution at first. If, for example, you give your dog a "Time Out" for the first time keep it really short (1-2 minutes). When done this way the worst that can happen is your dog might not take you seriously the first time and you have to repeat it for a longer time.
If on the other hand you gave your dog a long "Time Out", say 15 minutes and they came out of there terrified and in shock, you may have caused emotional trauma that could take months to turn around.
So in the beginning take it easy, take it slow and carefully observe your dog's reaction. You can always up it a notch later on.
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