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The Sligo group criticizes plans to ban the use of electronic collars for dog training

The Sligo group criticizes plans to ban the use of electronic collars for dog training

The National Association of Regional Game Councils (NARGC), with more than 500 members in Sligo, has criticized Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue’s plan to ban electronic dog collars. The electronic collar/e-collar is a training aid, equipped with a wireless remote control. These collars deliver low-intensity electrical stimulation or shocks that help the trainer teach the dog … Read more

Voluntary recall of dog hair removal conditioner

Voluntary recall of dog hair removal conditioner

FURminator deShedding Ultra Premium Dog Conditioner, One Gallon. (Photo courtesy of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Spectrum Brands Pet Care) Spectrum Brands Pet Care has voluntarily recalled its FURminator deShedding Ultra Premium dog conditioner sold in a clear one-gallon (128-ounce) container with and without a pump. The recall is due to potential contamination … Read more

20 Reviewer-Approved Gummy Items You Need to See

20 Reviewer-Approved Gummy Items You Need to See

Promising review: “It works well! My three dogs (except Norman) and I are retired. Norman showed up in my yard while I was downsizing in December. Pito, the 18-year-old Chihuahua, and Norman often have accidents. I rely on Nature’s Miracle for removing odors from my tile floors. When my youngest daughter comes to town, I … Read more

Dog training seminar hosted by Prairie Dog Pet Mercantile

Dog training seminar hosted by Prairie Dog Pet Mercantile

Prairie Dog Pet Mercantile is proud to present a three-day workshop with world-renowned dog trainer Suzanne Clothier, June 7-9. Suzanne’s unique blend of hard science and soft heart aligns perfectly with Prairie Dog’s educational mission in our pet community. Suzanne Clothier’s Relationship Centered Training (RCT™) combines heart and science with a deep appreciation for each … Read more

‘Dogs Are Wonderful’ resumes – without controversial host Kang Hyung-wook

Kang Hyung-wook, left, hosted the show ″Dogs Are Wonderful″ with entertainer Lee Kyung-kyu, right, until May 13. [SCREEN CAPTURE]

Kang Hyung-wook, left, hosts the show ″Dogs Are Wonderful″ with entertainer Lee Kyung-kyu, right, until May 13. (SCREEN CAPTURE) After a four-week hiatus, KBS2’s pet training entertainment program “Dogs Are Wonderful” will resume next Monday, without scandal-plagued host and dog trainer Kang Hyung-wook. “Dogs Are Wonderful” will air its 223rd episode Monday at 8:55 p.m. … Read more