Miriam Fields-Babineau

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Living in Amherst, VA
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On AC since: 05.12.09
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Professional animal trainer since 1978.
Author of 37 published pet books covering topics from training and behavior to care and breeds; numerous articles for magazines and newspapers.
Provider of trained animals for media productions.
Education/Experience:
BS Degrees in Psychology and Zoology
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Dogs use body language, vocal tones and the sense of smell to communicate with each other. Observing their behavior will enlighten you and give you the ability to teach your dog how to speak human.
Dogs convey a lot of emotions through the movement of their ears. Watch closely to learn what your dog is telling you.
Supplies and arrangements: the supplies you will need and the mind set you must have prior to bringing home a new dog or puppy.
To insure a great dog-owning experience you must consider the pros and cons of each breed of interest. Then you should match these facts with your own personality and lifestyle.
From the building to the personnel, how to know that your pet will be safe and happy when boarded.
It is not just about beauty and breed, but also personality. Few cats are comfortable working in unfamiliar places among unfamiliar people. Here is a description of the perfect feline personality required for work as a studio animal.
A list and description of 5 great places to horseback ride in the state of Virginia.
Besides the differences in how a puppy is fed, you also need to consider what you feed.
Suggestions to keep Fido safe and healthy during Halloween celebrations.
Insure the health of your pet by purchasing foods that don't contain common allergens.
Exercise and exploration are more fun with your canine.
Dog toys don't have to be expensive to be safe and enjoyable for your dog.
Five places where you can find anything you need for any kind of pet you have.
Feed high quality food, offer dental treats and brushing your feline's teeth regularly will insure she maintains a healthy mouth and will prolong her life span.
Five easy to make, inexpensive summer treats that dogs will love.
Finally, a dog toy based on scientific research! Dogzilla toys can be easily seen, smelled, tasted and stuffed.
Six great online locations to purchase a huge variety of inexpensive pet supplies.
Possessive aggression occurs for many reasons, but is easily cured through the use of positive reinforcement and successive approximation.
The key to teaching your dog to not jump on you is to make it more rewarding for him to sit.
Working canine housemates at the same time has many benefits. They learn to listen to you while in the presence of other canines and to cooperate with each other.
No need to purchase expensive cat toys when there are many available for under $5 each that are interactive and safe, offering hours of feline fun.
Pets require specific supplies to insure their comfort while traveling. They also require close observation to prevent, or cure, illness and injury.
The use of flower essences dates back thousands of years. Equilite has created target specific flower essence mixtures to use in conjunction with training to overcome many behavior problems.
Save money and save a horse at the same time.
It has long been a myth that dogs and cats cannot live harmoniously together. It is usually possible to make it work using appropriate introduction and management techniques.
There are three main steps to follow when training a dog to perform nearly any new behavior: Lure him using something he likes, mark the moment that he does as you requested and reward him for his performance.
Dogs are very visually perceptive. Using your body language appropriately expedites the training process as it creates better communication between you and your dog.
Walking two, or more, dogs at the same time not only makes it easier for you, but also teaches the dogs to cooperate with each other.
Dogs need to have leadership; people need the learning experience associated with obedience training classes.
Head Halters offer a means of quickly teaching a dog to walk with you without injuring himself or you.
This article describes a new product that is easy to use and improves the life of your small dog.
No other pet fits so neatly into a busy lifestyle. Fine when left alone for hours, loves attention and interaction, rats offer the alternative to a high maintenance pet and are easy to train.
Training dogs using positive reinforcement and a bridging signal will help humans and dogs communicate more effectively and form a stronger bond.
A cage at the vet's office, a run at a kennel, pet sitter, or a pet resort; which is the right place for your dog? There are pros and cons to each option.
 
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