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I really love my dogs. We have three of them on five acres. Two of them are Golden Retrievers, and one is a Chocolate Lab. It’s great to come home after a bad day and find them ready to play. They do not care about money, weather or personal problems. They just are glad to see you.

But I really need some advise about their little problem. Yes, I am going to address it, “GAS Problems”. I always seems to be at the time we have company, or when we are trying to eat dinner. We wish we could blame it on each other, but nobody can create a vapor like that. I swear they are killing our plants. Now I know why our company always what to visit on the outside porch.

And of course, they get to sleep in our bedroom, and sometimes I walk in that room and I am pretty sure a cow died in there. It’s pretty hard to sleep with a pillow over your head hoping it filters the dangerous cloud. Sometimes I think the dogs are having a competition. Yet, I still love those tooting varmints.

I keep looking at the store for some magic dog food, or treat that make them smell like roses, but no one seems to have the cure. Bet someone could make some great money with a dog product called “Fluffs So Sweet”. That would make our house smell like a candle shop.

Anyway, I am still thankful for our loyal pups, and the friendship they share with us, but they truly test our loyalty to them.

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Unfortunately, arthritis in dogs is about as common as it is in
people. It may range from mild to moderate or severe. If your
dog is overweight, the extra pressure on joints can exacerbate
the problem. And, as with humans, there may be joint cartilage
damage.

Fortunately there are some dog arthritis medications, both
over-the-counter and prescriptions, as well as nutritional
supplements, that can help make your dog feel better. There are
also some physical aids that can assist your arthritic pet in
getting around.

Common Signs of Arthritis in Dogs

You dog may experience one or more of the following symptoms:

* Difficulty in getting up * Limping, especially after exercise
* Walking slower than normal or a change in gait * Difficulty in
jumping or climbing stairs, or a hard time squatting to do his
business.

Treating Dog Arthritis: Arthritis Medication and Aspirin for
Dogs It is always best to see your vet to get a proper
diagnosis. He or she may prescribe one or more anti-inflammatory
medications or pain relievers. You can also get special
non-prescription canine aspirin for dogs with arthritis to help
relieve their joint pain. Canine aspirin can help reduce
inflammation and relieve pain.

Glucosamine and Other Arthritis Supplements for Dogs

Some people have found success in reducing their dog’s
discomfort and improving their mobility by giving them
supplements of glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM. Fatty acid
supplements can also be helpful in reducing inflammation by
helping to lubricate the joints and improve joint health.

Help Your Dog Lose Weight

Arthritis in dogs, as with people, can be exasperated by extra
weight. If your dog is overweight, help him lose excess pounds
by reducing calorie intake and giving him low impact exercise
such as leash walks and swimming.

Physical Aids for Your Arthritic Dog

*An elevated dog feeder can help your dog so he doesn’t have to
bend over to eat. or drink. *A pet ramp can help your dog get
into the car or on the bed. * A dog harness versus a collar is
gentler on the neck and back. *An orthopedic bed provides even
support and reduces pressure on joints.

With a little extra care, your arthritic dog can still live an
active life.

Congratulations! You have brought home a new best friend- a
bunny! You will find that your new rabbit companion will bring
you much joy, though your vaccum cleaner may not necessarily
agree!

Some of the first things you will want to do is set up an area
for bunny only. I recommend an area that is easy to clean, such
as a floor where you can easily sweep debris straight outside,
or, designate an old vaccum for your rabbit area only as you
will need to clean up every day, or, at the very least, every
other day. Rabbits poop constantly, but luckily, it’s very easy
to clean up.

Many people prefer to keep their rabbits outside, however, for
this article, I will not focus on that.

When I unexpectedly received my first bunny friend, I hadn’t a
clue what to do or how to take care of him. Unfortunately, he
was confined in the kids’ bathroom for a few days while I
scoured the internet in search of information. Thankfully, this
time around, I was a quick study and he was soon permitted the
run of our home!

If you choose to keep your rabbit indoors, you can do that
relatively inexpensively, and still have a “hoppy” bunny! Here
is what you will need; you can find these items for a few
dollars or a bit more at a WalMart or a pet store:

BOWLS A water dish that won’t tip, preferably a clay one.
Unless you are going to be keeping your bunny in a small cage,
you do not need a drip spout water container. Rabbits can drink
just like other animals. One or two food dishes which won’t tip
over, again, heavy, of the clay or similiar type.

LITTER BOX: You can buy a regular cat box, but do not buy
cat litter as it is dangerous if ingested or breathed by
bunnies! Hay is an excellent choice. Other types of litter to
use are derived from alfalfa, oat, citrus or just plain old
paper, though paper will do nothing to take care of the strong
urine smell of a bunny. As rabbits are very clean animals, it’s
very important to clean their areas often. It’s also important
that, once you have arranged their area, to leave it ‘as is’ as
much as possible, as rabbits are creatures of habit and like
their areas just so.

FOOD: HAY! Hay is very important to a bunnies’ diet!
Rabbits are vegans, and therefore must have grass, hay, some
fruits and veggies. If you are going to a farmer for hay, you
want the square bale hay, not the round bale. The round bale is
‘junk’ hay- the type cows eat. Rabbits’ digestive systems cannot
handle that type of hay. You also do not want to offer straw. A
moderate amount of pellets are okay as well, unless you happen
to have an underweight bunny. They adore carrots, apples, pears,
timothy grass. Limit cabbage and lettuce as this can give a
rabbit diarrhea.

What we did was have a bag of carrots, pellets, (dried,
processed rabbit food), timothy grass and apples always on hand
for our rabbit. We let him outside in a roomy cage during the
day to eat plenty of fresh grass, clover and some pellets, and
at night we gave him free access to pellets, timothy grass, a
bit of apple, carrots and pears.

WATER: Rabbits drink A LOT! Always provide fresh water.
We have two dogs and two cats, so we change our water several
tmes a day. Change your rabbits’ water at least two or three
times daily. They all drank from the same bowls, so I wash the
bowls every day as well.

SLEEP: Rabbits are nocturnal, meaning, they are active in
the early morning and evening hours. They will find somewhere to
sleep during the day. My rabbit usually slept under my bed.
However, this is not encouraged because rabbits tend to dribble
quite often and it’s hard to get under a bed every day to clean
up rabbit poop! This is a good time to put the rabbit in its’
own private spot.

Rabbits love to hide, so a small doghouse, a box with windows
cut out, or even a chair with a big sheet or a blanket covering
it are all good places for a rabbit to hide out and feel secure.

TOYS AND CHEW-THINGS: Rabbits not only love to chew, but
they must as well. Their teeth continue to grow, so they must
always have something to chew. Good choices, of course, are
carrots, fruits, untreated wicker, pine cones, cardboard, and
twigs. If you do allow your bunny to have free run of your home,
you must bunny proof, which is akin to baby-proofing, as your
bunny will chew everything- wires, furniture, and a lot more.

Choose cardboard, baby toys (laugh as they throw these and kitty
toys!), phone books, balls of any size. Give too many toys, not
too few. If you give too few toys or activities, you will soon
find your baseboards, sweaters, wires, furniture, shoes and
other things chewed!

Now that you have the basics, settle in for a few days with your
new bunny! Keep your bunny in a designated spot for those few
days as he or she learns to use the litter box, learns where his
or her food is and just learns that you are a friend.

One last thing: Be careful when picking up your bunny- he or she
is not a kitten or a puppy! Rabbits are very shy and easily
scared creatures, and they are animals of prey, so when you pick
them up, let them know you are there, and pick them up from
their sides, and carefully- NEVER by their ears, and never from
behind as you will startle them and find yourself with some
nasty scratches. Earn their trust. If at first, your bunny will
not allow you to hold him or her, don’t fret. I will address
that issue in another article, as well as a favorite rabbit
issue of mine, called grooming.

If your rabbit does approach you in the meantime, talk to him or
her softly, scratch him or her behind the ears, under the chin,
on the back jaw and on the top of the head.

Greyhounds were depicted on art forms as far back as in the time of the ancient Pharaohs over 4,000 years ago. Yet the ancient Greyhound is not the one we know today, these dogs were more like the Saluki. The Saluki, also known as the Persian Greyhound, was revered and never sold. They were more often owned by nomads who would give them as gifts to traveling traders, thus were introduced to other parts of the world. In cooler climates like Russia the Saluki was crossed with other breeds to develop thicker coats like the Afgan. All these cross breeds that belong to the sleek, sight hunting dogs are known as sight hounds. The quintessential breed of this family being the Greyhound.

Today most Greyhounds derive from the British form. In Saxon times in Britian they were used for hunting by commoners and sport racing by the wealthy. In the 11th century using Greyhounds for hunting was banded so they remained largely used for coursing, dubbed the ‘Sport of the Queens’ because queen Elizabeth loved it so much. In 1776 the first course club was formed and it became a favorite past time of the upper class.

In the 1700’s Lord Oxford crossed the Greyhound with a Bulldog and back to Greyhounds for seven generations. The crossbreeds were dogs that could not be beaten at the racetrack. All present day Greyhounds are said to trace back to two of these crossbreeds. Greyhounds came to North America on Spanish expeditions and by being brought over by settlers who used them for vermin control on their farms.

Gabriele’s website http://www.1st-greyhound-dog-care.com was created for the appreciation of this unique breed. Having been an owner for fifteen years has given her first hand knowledge and a special love for the sensitive and beautiful Greyhound dog.

Does your little toy dog know who is in charge? Or do they think they are in charge? Some people are not bothered that their little toy dog seems to run the household and may mistakenly call this being “spoiled.” A better description would be lack of training or failure to set limits. The life of a little dog can become dangerous without some official “human” rules.

Dogs have excellent ability, senses and ways of communicating with us. They do need to learn the limits of living in our human society without allowing them to be “little people” who can just do as they please. Dogs are like children. They feel more secure and understand how they fit into the world around them when rules and limits are set for them.

Because small dogs are less dangerous and are capable of doing less harm, aggressiveness is often overlooked and uncorrected. People often put up with a small dog’s aggressiveness. However, all dogs are much more enjoyable when they are well mannered. A toy dog with good manners is an ideal companion. Teaching good manners to your small dog will allow him to be welcome everywhere he goes.

Obedience commands are the ideal way to teach small dog manners and prevent or correct problems. The first thing any dog or puppy should hear when he is headed for trouble is a stern “NO!” He must learn this word means to stop immediately whatever naughty thing he is doing. That “NO” should always gains his immediate attention. Remember to praise him when he does the right thing.

For a puppy to remain safe he needs to learn four or five commands. Teaching him the command “Wait” will keep him from jumping out in front of a car. Sit, Stay and Come are the other important commands to teach your toy puppy for his own safety. The commands of “Leave it” and “Out” are also important commands for the curious toy puppy. Begin training your toy puppy as soon as he has settled into his new home. Buy a good training book especially for the toy puppy and look for the gentle training methods. Even better is training classes with a professional trainer. Definitely learn whether or not the trainer has ever worked with toy breed dogs and puppies.

A toy puppy should also be taught to lie on his side at a very young age. This training is especially valuable for the toy breeds that have a lot of hair and will require regular brushing.

Even though your toy breed puppy is very small, and quite easily to pick up, and carry around, train him to wear a collar and leash as soon as possible.

Connie Limon raises Shih Tzu Puppies. Buy Designer Dog Clothes and accessories made especially for any toy breed dog are offered at: http://www.littleguysdogclothesshop.com

If you don’t want to see your Pitbull put to sleep or even shot, please read this article.

I’m sure you’re aware of the bad reputation Pitbulls have. That reputation is mostly based on ignorance and irresponsible owners that don’t take the time to learn about the breeds special needs.

You see, alot of people buy a Pitbull and expect it to naturally turn into a perfect pet without any work on their part. That’s exactly why you hear so much about Pitbull attacks in the news… Irresponsible and Uninformed Owners(as well as neglect and abuse in many human attack cases).

As a well known Pitbull expert, I receive up to 40 emails a day from normal people all over the world. Most of the emails are from people that are desperate for help with their Pitbull.

Unfortunately I don’t have time to answer every email I get, but I often spend as much as 5 hours in a day answering as many as possible. It’s because of this fact that I wrote The Pitbull Guide. The goal of my book is to help people before they get into a bad situation that requires them to give their Pitbull away, or put it to sleep.

You wouldn’t believe some of the emails I get(It’s depressing sometimes)… These are some of the common types of email messages I get:

Emails from People that believe you have to physically beat the heck out of Pitbulls to get them to behave. This is incredibly stupid because it leads to them being more aggressive toward strangers and terrified of their owner.

Emails from People that are upset that their Pitbull might be put to sleep or taken away because of an animal or human attack. It should never get to this, there are several simple things you can do to seriously reduce the risk of your Pitbull ever attacking.

I’ve even received quite a few emails from upset owners that had their Pitbull SHOT by a neighbor or Police Officer, simply because it was roaming, or because it attacked another dog. Pitbulls were bred as fighting dogs and if you don’t take the necessary steps to prevent it, there’s a very good chance your Pitbull WILL attack another animal, and it will almost certainly maim or kill that animal.

Don’t get me wrong, Pitbulls are not human aggressive by nature. However, there is a huge demand for Big, Mean, Aggressive Pitbulls by people that shouldn’t be allowed to own any animal. Because of this demand, people have started breeding Pitbulls with bigger and more aggressive breeds. They still call it a Pitbull but it’s behavior is far from it.

I know alot about Pitbulls, and due to the amount of email I’ve received, I’m possibly the leading expert in the world on the problems people have with them. Most of the problems can be solved or prevented very easily if you just learn and use some simple techniques.

I want you to ask your self the following questions and really consider them:

What if your Pitbull gets out and kills a neighbors dog? What if that neighbor sues you?

What if your Pitbull gets out and approaches a police officer that has the common misconception that Pitbulls are viscous dogs?

What if a child chases a ball into your backyard? Are you confident that child will be safe?

You might be thinking “that’ll never happen” or “my sweet Pitbull would never attack another animal.” I more than anyone, am qualified to tell you that it can and does happen all the time. I get the emails from people that are desperate and depressed, seeking my help because these things did happen to them.

It is true that Pitbulls are naturally loving toward people, but don’t dare think, for even one second, that Pitbulls aren’t naturally aggressive with other animals. Sure your Pitbull may get along great with your two Yellow Labs and maybe even your cat, but when your Pitbull stands face to face with another animal that it’s never met, there’s no one on earth that can guarantee the safety of that animal! But you can greatly reduce the chances of your Pitbull ever attacking another animal if you know how.

You need to face the fact that Pitbulls are high energy, animal aggressive dogs. You need to know that Pitbulls are incorrectly viewed as viscous, child killing dogs and that people have shot and killed Pitbulls just for coming on their property(even when the Pitbull was wagging it’s tail, looking to be pet).

I know some of this is a little scary, heck I’ll probably even get some hate mail from Pitbull lovers because of it. You see, Pitbull lovers hate to read anything negative about Pitbulls. But due to the increasing trend of outlawing Pitbulls(It’s happening all over the world), their future isn’t looking very bright. The purpose of this article is to slap Pitbull owners in the face with what has happened to other Pitbull owners, so they don’t have to experience it.

You need to learn how to properly care for, and train your Pitbull so that it doesn’t attack other animals or people. You need to learn how to keep your Pitbull from roaming. You need to understand why your Pitbull has certain behaviors. How to manage it’s energy level so that it doesn’t dig and chew everything in sight.

I want everyone to understand that Pitbulls have special needs and that a little bit of work on your part could end up saving you thousands of dollars as well as a lifetime of heartache.

We Pitbull owners tend to blame the Media for the bad reputation Pitbulls have, but it’s really the fault of irresponsible owners and breeders. People need to know how great this breed is, but they also need to know that this breed has special needs and requires a responsible owner who is willing to put in the effort needed to ensure their Pitbull doesn’t ever need a second chance.

I really don’t want to receive any more depressing emails, so please do yourself, your dog, and your community a favor and learn how to properly raise, and train your Pitbull. With a little effort on your part, your relationship and time with your Pitbull can be better than you ever imagined.

About The Author

Chad Zetrouer is a leading expert on Pitbulls and is the author of The Pitbull Guide, which has long been the best selling book in it’s market. His goal is to teach people about Pitbulls so that they can avoid common problems and enjoy them to their fullest. His book can be found at http://www.PitbullGuide.com.

Even if you haven’t had a run-in involving your pet of late, pet insurance has probably crossed your mind. And if you have, the bill for any non-routine care may have cost you anywhere from a cool couple hundred to nearly a grand.

You might have wondered why people have health insurance and most pets don’t, when the medical costs seem practically the same! And yet, navigating through the underbrush of fine print involved in pet insurance may have put you off. Is it worth the money? What do insurers really cover? And why do some plans cost the moon while others seem much more affordable? We’ll try to clear a path through the paper jungle.

Tip #1: Get Them in Young

Ideally, you’ll want to identify right pet insurance plan for you, and get your pet in young while she’s still quite healthy. The reason is, should your pet develop a long-term health issue such as a thyroid problem, she won’t be eligible for many programs, having a “pre-existing condition.” If you stick with one quality program, though, you’ll probably be fine.

Tip #2: You Get What You Pay For

This may stick in the craw a bit, when you start looking at insurance premiums. Some of them cost an awful lot! Be sure to look ahead too, at estimated increases down the road. The older your pet grows, the more the premiums will cost. They will get quite stiff for an older pet, even a healthy one.

So why should you pay out a mint for plan A, when plan B offers coverage for half the price? The answer is: lack of nasty surprises.

Let’s face it, no one but an insurance adjuster can tell what the fine print means when it comes to covering your pet. But we do know this: on the cheaper plans, unhappy things happen. Let’s give an example — let’s say you have two pugs, both covered by an inexpensive plan. One sadly breaks his leg and needs several surgeries, costing two thousand altogether.

You may think your inexpensive plan — which happily, covers 2K of expenses — will handle it all. But when you submit your claim, you discover that 2K is the maximum coverage for both dogs, and your pug is only eligible for half. Even worse, but very common, is a lower limit per incident. In this case, Low Cost Pet Plan will respond that it only covers $500 for this “incident,” but if your poor pug breaks his leg three more times this year, they’ll be happy to help.

Tip #3: You Get What You Pay For

Yes, we know we said that already — but we didn’t say it enough.

Here’s a horror story that can happen on a low-cost plan: you have an insurer. You pay your premiums. But one day, your aging pet develops diabetes. That year, when it comes time to renew the plan and update the premiums, your insurer sticks in an exclusion. As of that moment, they no longer cover diabetes in your pet. Yes, they can do that — and you’re out in the cold.

No less common — and no more pleasant — is the limited payout per condition problem. Your low-cost insurer may cover the first three years of your diabetic pet’s vet bills, but after that, you’ve run through her lifetime allowance for diabetes. Now in her golden years, all her medical costs come straight from your pocket.

What you want is a reputable company that agrees to insure your pet for life, period. No tricks, no last-minute exclusions, no lifetime condition limits. But to have these things, you’ll need to pay for them.

Tip #4: Follow the Wagging Tails

Pet insurance costs too much to be throwing darts in the dark. You need to know which plans will come through for you down the road after you’ve paid their premiums for years. So do your research — look for good word of mouth. You can learn a lot with some smart surfing and Googling.

Although we haven’t used either, we found many satisfied buyers with PetPlan and Marks & Spencer. There are other good plans as well, and plans that are best avoided. The tip we like most is to ask your vet what she uses. Yes! — many vets insure their beloved animals, and are scrupulous in who they choose.

Tip #5: Do You Even Need Insurance?

There’s an argument — and it’s a good one — that pet insurance really serves no purpose. You can see the force of this line of thought when you check out the premiums of quality, reliable plans — they’re high. So why should you pay out all that cash for what *might* happen, instead of stashing it each month in your own high-interest savings account and simply withdrawing what you need?

The answer is simple: discipline. Some people have the discipline to pay their premiums, but not to establish a separate account they won’t touch except for emergency pet expenses. Other than discipline, there’s probably no real reason why you shouldn’t self-insure.

With one exception — liability. Some plans offer extra coverage if your dog injures someone and you get sued. These aren’t the kinds of things you can effectively save up for on your own, so if you think it might be a problem, pet insurance might truly be the route for you.

Tip #6: One More For the Road

Is your pet a prize purebred, with a pedigree reaching back before William of Orange? Expect more vet costs over its lifetime — it’s just a statistical fact. Perhaps this subtle factor will help you decide whether you should self-insure or go for a plan.

Peace of Mind: Priceless

We’re animal lovers. And in the back of our minds lurks the fear that Fido will someday come down with something we can’t afford to treat — simultaneous renal failure and diabetes, for example (to cite a sad chapter from my own pet annals). The peace of mind in knowing you can afford to care for your furry companion, no matter what the future brings, is profound. That’s why insurance was developed, and that’s why pet insurance might be the right choice for you.

About the Author: Blake Kritzberg is proprietor of Poodle-oo: Fashion for Toy Dogs. Stop by for toy dog couture and home decor, free toy dog postcards and the Toy Dog Blog. http://www.poodle-oo.com/ Learn more about pet insurance: http://www.poodle-oo.com/pet-insurance.htm

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Burberry is one of the world’s famous designer brands. But branded trenchcoats and sweaters for dogs? A thought that may make you raise your eyebrows!

Is today’s designer fashion selling out? Despite what you might think, high-class designer labels also cater for your pets nowadays as does British luxury label Burberry who has just released their own collection of Burberry clothing for dogs. Most notable features are the famous Burberry trenchcoat for dogs as well as the Check sweater and Burberry dog leash.

Where did this trend start? The origins of dog clothing most probably came from England due to its damp and cold climate, it was very easy for smaller dogs to catch colds when they were taken out. So for a while it was not uncommon to find small dogs dressed in cover-up “raincoats” and sausaged in small waterproof capes.

But the idea of actually dressing your dog and providing them with a wardrobe only came up recently. Sparked by such celebrities as Paris Hilton and her pet chihuahua Tinkerbell as well as the successful Hollywood movie ‘Legally Blonde’, dressing your dog up has become the ultimate in fashion and accesorizing.

From an alligator-skin dog collar and leash set to an elegant Burberry trench coat for dogs, shoes, t-shirts, hats and more you can find just about everything you wear yourself in ‘dog sizes’. Bloomingdale’s, Neiman-Marcus, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, all the biggest names in fashion have pawed their way into the very lucrative pet-accessories market, an industry that gathered an estimated $8 billion during 2004.

Though Burberry aren’t the only designer label to release their own dog clothing collection, Burberry for dogs is definitely the collection with the most fashion credibility if you consider that as well as being English, and therefore well accustomed to bad weather, Thomas Burberry’s initial success was for outdoor wear, trenchcoats and sweaters.

So if you are looking to dress your dog up, think of Burberry for dogs, with their trenchcoats, leashes and custom-made sweaters, your dog will always keep warm whilst looking elegant and refined just like Burberry clothes make you feel when you wear them. It’s a sweet way of extending your love for fashion to your pet.

Unfortunately, Burberry clothing for dogs are a little pricey with the Check sweater for dogs selling at $155 and only available from select Burberry stores. But why not coordinate and shop for a Burberry mesh hat, handbag or sweater for yourself online? Shops like Bluefly.com and Ashford.com sell authentic Burberry clothing and accessories at lower prices than in real shops.

Happy Shopping!

About the Author

Natacha Bunzl writes for best fashion shopping site Indelibles.com (http://www.indelibles.com/)whose aim is to enhance your designer shopping experience.
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Barking is a natural canine behavior, and is one of the main ways in which dogs communicate. Your dog barks for a variety of reasons. But sometimes dogs bark because they are bored or lonely. This type of barking tends to meet with some response (generally upset pet owners urging their pooch to stop), and unfortunately this type of behavior can easily become a habit.
Habitual or chronic barking presents many challenges for dog owners. Many communities have no-barking ordinances that may result in violations or fines. Also, barking dogs can create tension and hostility between neighbors rather quickly.

What products are available to help stop this behavior immediately?

You may consider using a Bark Control Aid to help eliminate excessive barking. Bark control aids are training tools designed specifically to address problem barking. There are several kinds of bark control aids available to dog owners today.

Citronella Spray Collars: The GentleSpray Collar is a newer type of battery-operated collar. Each time your dog barks, the unit releases a brisk citronella spray in front of your dog’s snout. Your dog hears it, sees it and smells it. He will very quickly learn that when he barks, the collar sprays!

Electronic Bark Control Collars: These battery-operated collars, such as the Inhibitor Anti-Bark Collar, use vibration probes to sense when your dog barks. When vibration is detected, the collar probes deliver a harmless electrical correction to your dog’s neck. These collars vary by the number of adjustable levels of correction intensity, battery type, and ease of use. These collars are effective because your dog associates his own behavior (barking) with the unpleasant correction, and will stop the behavior to avoid the correction.

Other Bark Control Aids: Sound-correction units use loud, high-pitched pulsating tones to distract and startle your dog when he barks. The sound is audible to people, but 3-5 times more bothersome to a dog’s sensitive ears. Automatic units such as the Bark Free emit the sound when the dog barks, then re-set themselves when the barking stops.

Mike Steele

http://www.dog.com