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Dogs in Cars: What do the laws say?

June 15, 2019

Dog excited for a car ride.

Part of the fun in having a dog is being able to go places together.  Most dogs love any excuse for a car ride, even if it is just down the street to the local shops.  In their mind, it's an adventure with their best friend (you!). But, what happens when your destination does not allow dogs?  How many of us have left Fido in the car for just a quick minute?  It's a common … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Current Issue, Dog, Featured Resource Tagged With: Current Issue, dog, featured resource

4-Hers LOVE this chew toy community service project

December 5, 2018

Community Service is a value of all 4-H programming, regardless of project area. If you are looking for a fun and interactive community service project to benefit animals, consider asking your 4-H club members, campers, or afterschool program participants to bring in old t-shirts. Not only will they be cleaning out their closets--they can turn these old shirts into doggie chew … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Club Programming Idea, Dog, Featured Resource Tagged With: community service, dog, Dog Project Area, recycling

Ick! A New Tick in New Jersey

May 15, 2018

The weather is warm which means it's time to get outside with your dog!  There is so much to do in the Garden State for dogs and their owners.  Trips to dog-friendly beaches, hiking in state parks, and community festivals are just some of the many outdoor opportunities for you and your pup.  While enjoying this season's outdoor activities, make sure you take proper precautions … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Current Issue, Dog Tagged With: biosecurity, Current Issue, dog, health, parasites, safety

Examining the Many Breeds of Dogs

March 12, 2018

Shetland Sheepdog

Take a look around and you will quickly notice dogs come in a wide variety of physical and behavioral characteristics.  The wolf may be their ancestor, but many dogs look very different from their wild origins.  That is because humans have carefully crafted each breed to fit a specific need or interest.  As a result, there are hundreds of breeds across the world.  There are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dog, Featured Resource Tagged With: breeding, dog, genetics, identification, selection

Does Your Training Technique Match Your Dog’s Learning Style?

January 31, 2018

Photo of person showing dog

Consider this situation:  It's your first training session at your 4-H dog club meeting and you are excited to start teaching your dog basic obedience like "sit".  Your club leader demonstrates how to place your dog into the "sit" position.  Everyone else easily puts their dog into a "sit" by replicating your leader's instructions.  You, on the other hand, have ended up in a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dog, Featured Resource Tagged With: behavior, dog, featured resource, safety

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