David Schmucker
Dog Trainer
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How to
Diagnose Back Problems in Dachshunds
The dachshund is a breed that is known to have a lot of back problems. One look at the body shape of the dachshund, with that long back and little legs, immediately gives the impression that there is a lot of strain on t...
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How to
Identify a Rottweiler
Rottweilers are a very distinct breed of dog originating in Germany. Called "Rottie" for short, they are known for their protective nature. The breed is a common sight in America, and learning to identify a Rottweiler or...
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How to
Apply Advantage to Dogs
Advantage flea medication is a medication made for dogs that prevents fleas, flea eggs, and lice. It will also kill any fleas, flea larvae, or lice currently on your dog. Advantage is applied as one dose to your dog's sk...
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How to
Rid Your Pet of Fleas
Fleas can live on the blood of mammals and birds. There are many different species of flea, and though some of them can live on the blood of more than one species, many are species specific. Even though there is a flea t...
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How to
Identify an English Bulldog
English Bulldogs are unique, even amongst bulldogs. Bulldogs have surged in popularity across the US and the world, and that is thanks in large part to the unique physical features of the English Bulldog. Known for their...
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How to
Identify a Great Dane
Great Danes are large, imposing dogs that are one of the tallest dog breeds, second only to the Irish wolfhound. Great Danes were originally bred from mastiffs and greyhounds to hunt wild boar, but now their calm and af...
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How to
Diagnose Respiratory Problems in Bulldogs
Bulldogs belong to a group of dogs with squished, flat faces. The official term for this is brachycephalic, which means having a fore-shortened head. Cute as their flat faces are, the lack of a normal length nose causes ...