bookmark_borderDog Breeds: How To Choose The Perfect Dog Breed For You!

By Richard Cussons

If choosing dog is such a straight forward process, and it is, how come so many puppies find their way into adoption centres every year? Well one reason is that people choose the wrong dog breed.

Don’t let your puppy become a statistic. Make it your goal to choose a puppy suited to your family and circumstances. Think about your previous experience of owning a dog and the amount of time you have for training, grooming and exercising. Look at your health including possible allergies, your financial resources and the amount of space in your house and yard. Most of all work out how much time you have for a dog.

Of all the different factors in choosing a the right dog breed, among the most important is the relationship you want with your dog. Some breeds by nature are rather aloof and elegant, others are independent and energetic while others are dependent or submissive. If you want to do specialized training, consider breeds known for courage and trainability. If you want an affectionate pet, choose a breed that typically likes to be close to its people.

To ensure that your puppy fits in with your lifestyle begin by asking yourself these questions:

a) How much time can I spend with my dog, a social creature who craves companionship? – If your time is limited don’t get a breed which can become dependent on their owners.

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b) How much exercise can I give my dog? – If you hate exercise, buy a small dog happy with a short walk. If you like to walk the mountains all day long get a dog breed which likes a lot of exercise.

c) How much grooming can I do? – If you hate grooming, buy a short-haired dog.

d) How much training can I give? – If you have limited time, choose a breed known for ease of training.

e) How much room do I have? – If you live in a small apartment don’t get a large dog!

f) What characteristics do I want in my dog? – Think of words like independent, energetic, submissive, affectionate, protective, quiet, funny or sociable. Try to match them to the characteristics of your family members. Your dog will fit in much better if you do.

Finding The Right Dog Breed

Once you have answered these questions it is time to go out and find the right dog breed for you. The internet is a great place to start. Just go to your favourite search engine and type in something like ‘dog breed information’ or ‘dog breeds’ and you will find some excellent sites giving detailed information about each breed.

Note the characteristics of the different breeds. What is best for your situation: large or small, male or female, purebred or mix? Short coat or shaggy coat? A dog needing lots or little exercise? A lot or little daily grooming? Think through your choices in detail and compare this information to your requirements and make a short list.

Next ask people you trust about the dog breeds you are interested in. Ask friends, family members and co-workers for suggestions of dog breeds they think would be good for you and your family. Ask them to be honest about the good points and bad points of the breeds they suggest. Visit dog training schools and breeders and ask about the dogs your think may be suitable. Follow up on and meet the breeds you feel are a good match.

Finally make every effort when choosing a puppy to make your final choice of a dog breed a family decision. Your dog will be part of the family, and each member needs to feel a sense of ownership for the dog and a willingness to help in its care.

So there you have it a short guide to choosing a puppy that will fit into your family perfectly and bring years of fun and happiness.

About the Author: Richard Cussons is a dog lover with a passion for helping people with their dogs. You can find out more about dog breeds, training and care at

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bookmark_borderGas Problems Ayurvedic Remedy For Digestion Problems

The uneasy rides in the elevator or the riding the metro or just a date. Gastric problems strike at the most inopportune moments and cause embarrassment and discomfort to the sufferer. It’s one of those things everyone shies away from discussing, but a vast majority of the population suffers from the same uncomfortable condition – Gastric problems. This gas is made primarily of odorless vapors-carbon dioxide, oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen, and sometimes methane. The unpleasant odor of flatulence, the gas that passes through the rectum, comes from bacteria in the large intestine that releases small amounts of gases containing sulfur.

Gas in the digestive tract-the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine-comes from two sources, swallowed air and normal breakdown of certain undigested foods by harmless bacteria naturally present in the large intestine, also called the colon. One major cause of intestinal gas is the food and drinks that we consume. Each individual may experience these symptoms differently, yet it is agreed that foods that cause indigestion are primarily those high in fiber or carbohydrates and are hard to digest. By contrast, fats and proteins cause little gas. The sugars that cause gas are raffinose, lactose, fructose, and sorbitol.

One of the remedies for a gastric discomfort is drinking water with mint essence. Lime juice with cider vinegar in a glass of water before meals is also very helpful in providing relief to the sufferer.

Ginger tea after meals also aids in promoting digestion. Baking soda too proves helpful if taken mixed in a glass of water. A regular exercise routine, proper sleeping habits and avoidance of wearing tight clothes too offer long term solution to this problem.

Ayurveda too offers help to those suffering from this irritating problem. There are several home remedies for gas pain that you can do at home like drinking tea with a sprinkle of cinnamon or eating caraway seeds. Consumption of peppermint tea too has a soothing effect. Another of Ayurveda’s highly potent and effective products is GSCare. This all -natural herbal supplement treats conditions like indigestion, constipation, gas, diarrhea or irritable bowel syndrome. It relies on completely natural herbs and supplements which cleanse the digestive tract and flushes out toxins. Along with aiding indigestion, it also helps control gas. GSCare’s formula is particularly effective in treating constipation and is non habit forming.

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Homemade Remedy for Indigestion

Ingredients

½ cup Rice, 4 cups Water, 2 or 3 dried peppers, 1 inch fresh ginger

Cook rice with water and ground ginger and salt to taste. Grind peppers and sauté in a small amount of oil, or ghee if you have it. Add the pepper mixture to the cooked rice and eat it while it is hot for the best results.

Specific Herbal Ayurvedic Remedies To Improve Digestion

Bibitaki is used to clean the bowels. It has the properties of a laxative.

Trikatu is a combination of black pepper, ginger and pippali. It is used to cleanse the digestive tract and to flush out toxins.

Hingvastak is known for aiding in digestion. It is reported to control gas and resist candida.

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There are some herbal remedies that are used specifically to alleviate the uncomfortable feeling associated with bloating. Digestive issues are often the cause of most bloating and gas related problems, therefore if you take herbs to improve your body’s digestive functions you can help to eliminate gas. Chamomile and turmeric are great when used to treat excess gas, acid and even inflammation of the digestive tract. Both, Chamomile and turmeric are available in a capsule form and can also be found in many teas. Drinking a glass of this hot tea at night will also help you to relax and the taste is amazingly good.

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