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Owning and training a Thoroughbred horse is no small investment when it comes to both time and money. In order to make sure you are investing your resources in a prime candidate to become a champion, it helps to know a few tips to lead you in the right...
The lineage of your Thoroughbred horse is extremely important, and if you plan on mating your horse to another, then you'll need to know that horse's pedigree as well. Luckily, technology has made this kind of research quick and easy for all parties...
Knowing your horse's ancestors and their accomplishments can give you clues about your horse's abilities. You can do genealogy research on your horse to find out who his ancestors were, if there were any famous ones and what their capabilities were. It's...
The American Kennel Club (AKC) promotes pure bred dogs and places its primary focus on the assessment of dogs at conformation dog shows where dogs are evaluated according to how they conform to breed standards. Dog show judges are experienced dog...
The growing popularity of opossums, especially more exotic types such as the short-tailed opossum (STO) varieties from South America, has helped to create a thriving opossum breeder industry in this country. By doing the proper research beforehand, you...
If you're going to keep goats, one of the most interesting and exciting parts is breeding. So, how do you breed the goats? Well, you need a buck. Your first two choices are whether you're going to keep a buck on site or import a buck for the breeding...
Many horse lovers find that, though they love owning a horse, they are rather lost when it comes to training it. The good news is that anyone can hire a good thoroughbred horse trainer as long as they keep just a few basic tips in mind.
When it comes time to begin breeding your Thoroughbred, or when you are ready to purchase a new foal, finding a good breeding farm is the most important step. Some breeding programs are designed only to bring in money to the owners with no interest in...
Hi! I am Charlie McCanna. On behalf of Expert Village.com, I am going to talk to you today a little bit about retriever training. I brought along my pal Heidi, a master hunter and a hunting retriever champion to help us demonstrate. What I want to talk...
At a high level of competition, fencing moves are blurs of motion that are truly appreciated only when viewed in slow motion. The sport requires exquisite hand-to-eye coordination and reflexes, tremendous speed and great flexibility. Developing these...
Blind stays. So, you think your dog is a champion. Once your dog masters the one foot stay, you eventually will take them to a four to six foot stay, with the ultimate goal of a blind stay. Blind stays are used in case you have to leave your dog in an...
Training your Thoroughbred horse for hurdling is no easy task. Jumping is not a horse's first natural instinct when it encounters an obstacle, so learning to jump is always somewhat of a challenge. Keeping a few tips in mind, however, will make your task...
The American Bully Kennel Club or ABKC is a kennel club for pit bulls, specifically pocket pits or pits that are under 17 inches tall. The ABKC sanctions events all over the United States. Most ABKC dog shows include a conformation event and a fun class...
The Maltese is a toy breed with long, silky white hair, The dog's carefree temperament makes it easy to train and raise. Certain precautions should be taken due to the breed's tiny size (they rarely weigh more than 10 pounds when full-grown.) Here are...
Breeding Rhodesian Ridgebacks is a serious undertaking, and takes a lot of dedication, deliberation and responsibility on the part of the breeder. Health, genetics, pedigrees and temperament are just a few of the issues to consider when picking a...
Rabbit breeding is an enjoyable past time and a good way to earn a few extra dollars. Breeding a champion rabbit takes skill, knowledge and an understanding of the qualities of a blue ribbon bunny. Rabbit breeding associations work hard to help breeders...
Dogs need to feel energetic and playful. The bored dogs are the ones who bark, chew and annoy their owners excessively. You can help your dog stay busy for hours, and keep your home quiet and serene with a little planning and thought.
You may wonder what an Olympic Heptathlon entails and whether or not you have the skills to compete in one. A heptathlon consists of 7 events and is open to women only. Read on to learn about the individual events that make up a heptathlon. The person...
Of the 20,000 dog show judges in the United States, only one-tenth of one percent qualify with the American Kennel Club to judge all breeds, or "Best in Show." This is because it takes years of experience before you can qualify to judge just one breed...
Hi! I am Charlie McCanna. On behalf of Expert Village.com, we are going to talk a little today about retriever training. What we are going to work on today is what is called a mark; it means you are getting the dog to mark a bumper, a bird, what have you...
Roller pigeons are exactly what the title suggests. These pigeons rarely fly; they literally roll head over heals. There are many competitions involving these birds, with the winner determined by whichever pigeon rolls furthest. Some roller pigeons can...
The time has come when you wish to add a member to your family. You have settled on an English bulldog as the perfect pet. The English bulldog is an even tempered, friendly companion that craves human attention. However, this breed is also one that is...
Ragdolls are a large-boned cat with a laid-back personality. Ragdolls are prized for their long non-matting coat. Referred to as "gentle giants," Ragdolls make excellent family pets because of their relaxed nature.
Designer dogs are the result of small dog breeders combining one or more different breeds of small dogs and creating a whole new breed. One breed of designer dog that is gaining popularity is called a Peekaboo. In addition to being small, cute, and...
Hi! I am Charlie McCanna. On behalf of Expert village.com, I am going to talk to you today a little bit about obedience training. I brought my buddy Heidi along with me, and she is going to help us out. Now Heidi is a master hunter and a hunting...
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