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		<title>Dog Training &#8211; Solve Your Dog&#8217;s Jumping Problem</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2010 02:07:50 +0000</pubDate>
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Here&#8217;s an easy method that you can use to stop your dog from jumping on friends and family. Don&#8217;t forget to rate this video, leave comments and subscribe to my channel. You can also get my FREE ebook &#8220;101 Ways To Improve Your Dog&#8217;s Behavior&#8221; at: www.amazingdogtrainingman.com</p>
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Here&#8217;s an easy method that you can use to stop your dog from jumping on friends and family. Don&#8217;t forget to rate this video, leave comments and subscribe to my channel. You can also get my FREE ebook &#8220;101 Ways To Improve Your Dog&#8217;s Behavior&#8221; at: www.amazingdogtrainingman.com</p>
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		<title>350 of 365: What&#8217;s Your Motivation?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:09:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>Weight Loss Diet Why Nutritional Cleansing Gets Fast Safe Natural Weight Loss</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:09:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>              Weight loss has become an obsession in a nation where 63% of the people are overweight and a startling 31% are obese. Clearly our modern lifestyle is not healthy. Many people are desperate to make a change and will try any [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>              Weight loss has become an obsession in a nation where 63% of the people are overweight and a startling 31% are obese. Clearly our modern lifestyle is not healthy. Many people are desperate to make a change and will try any \&#8217;magic-bullet\&#8217; weight loss cure that is offered &#8211; still the obesity rates climb. What are the reasons behind this trend? The stress of our lifestyles, toxicity in the environment, unhealthy processed food, improper nutrition habits, and lives spent in our cars, small offices and houses with little or no time in fresh air. Our lifestyles seem designed to make us fat.
<p>People desperate for weight loss will try any diet, take any pill, and even resort to surgery to try and get their weight under control, but if they don\&#8217;t deal with the underlying issues that lead to obesity in the first place they are bound to regain the weight leading to an ever increasing waistline. There is no \&#8217;magic-bullet\&#8217; to take away obesity. In order to counter the effects of our unhealthy lifestyles it is necessary to deal with the underlying issues that are causing the obesity in the first place. We can learn from the lifestyles of ancient cultures where the diet is predominantly fruits, grains and vegetables and where fasting or nutritional cleansing is an accepted practice. </p>
<p>We are surrounded by more chemicals with higher levels of toxicity than ever before. These chemicals can build up in our body and compound the problems of improper nutrition leading to obesity. Nutritional cleansing is a great way to help our bodies deal with toxicity. By eating healthy meals, predominantly of vegetables and lean protein, and by taking regular cleanse days to flush the toxins from the system our bodies will re-set the natural balance and weight loss will automatically follow. Unlike fasting, nutritional cleansing is not simply a process of not eating. When you undertake nutritional cleansing you drink a specially prepared vitamin and mineral packed supplement that will help increase your energy, cleanse the toxins from your body and even help your skin and hair regain the gloss of health. </p>
<p>Simply by reprogramming your life to eat healthier food, drink plenty of water and cleanse the toxins from your body you will see results. Not only will you lose weight, but you will have more energy, feel healthier and best of all, have reduced cravings for those unhealthy foods. The best thing about nutritional cleansing is that you can achieve weight loss without going on a diet!</p>
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		<title>Adopted for Life: The Priority of Adoption for Christian Families &amp; Churches</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jul 2010 22:45:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>Cat Training Methods And Hints</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jul 2010 22:43:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rowena</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Cats are one of the most popular pets in today&#8217;s world. They don&#8217;t require lots of time or attention, but they provide all of the benefits that come with pet ownership.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cats are one of the most popular pets in today&#8217;s world. They don&#8217;t require lots of time or attention, but they provide all of the benefits that come with pet ownership.</p>
<p>A cat is a lifelong friend and should not be purchased as a gift unless the recipient is willing to provide a lifetime worth of care. In return, the cat will provide love and companionship for the entirety of its life.</p>
<p>Usually, you do not have to pay much attention or do special training to deal with cats. However, sometimes you may find out that you need to know special things about cat training. There are different kinds of cats, and some cats can be used to a lifestyle different from what the cat is experiencing in your home. If this is the case, you should look for information on how to train the cat.</p>
<p>There is a huge amount of information on cat training and kitten training to be found on the internet. When a new cat or kitten arrives in your home it is common for them to have a problem with the use of your litter box.</p>
<p>Cats can become stressed out and will sometimes decide to use other items as a bathroom. This can be rather frustrating. Patience and love can guide them as well as having another already trained cat in your home.</p>
<p>When you encounter such situation, cat training may be left as only option you have. Customers can help themselves for this training by using a variety of products available to them. Special litter in litterboxes can attract the cats more than your other items. Use of a spray bottle can also be considered to deter bad behavior.</p>
<p>If a cat smells the odor of its own urine, it is likely to be attracted to that area to urinate again because it has permeated the carpet or object.</p>
<p>Check online to look for how to clean cat urine off of objects that have been marked by kitty pee. Several chemicals exist that will break down the biological components of urine to get rid of the odor.</p>
<p>Cats are wonderful creatures as pet and with little training they can become your good friend. Here we provide some simple and easy ways to develop your pet as a loyal and loving member of your family , in turn you also learn to take care of your pet.</p>
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<p>Cats are popular pets all over the world. When a cat has recently moved to a new home, it may be under a lot of stress. As a result, it may skip using the litter box and use other targets instead. There is plenty of information in pet care books about <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.secretsofcats.com/" target="_blank">kitten training</a> and <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.secretsofcats.com/" target="_blank">cat training</a>. The smell of cat urine permeates an object or a place on your carpet, your cat may be attracted to that area. It is vital that you clean the urine from that particular area. You can find information online about <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.secretsofcats.com/behavior/how-to-clean-cat-urine.html" target="_blank">how to clean cat urine</a>.</p>
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		<title>Cat Training Demystified</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jul 2010 22:43:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rowena</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>So you have taken the big step towards pet ownership. You have decided on a cute, cuddly kitten, and you don&#8217;t have a clue how to train it. Fortunately, cat training is simple and basic, and can be done very quickly. A cat is a fairly low-maintenance pet, and you will be thrilled with your [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>So you have taken the big step towards pet ownership. You have decided on a cute, cuddly kitten, and you don&#8217;t have a clue how to train it. Fortunately, cat training is simple and basic, and can be done very quickly. A cat is a fairly low-maintenance pet, and you will be thrilled with your decision to take on the responsibility once you have completed your kitten training.</p>
<p>Your initial step should be to place a litter box somewhere convenient. While felines prefer to use their litter boxes privately, you still want it to be simple to get to. Keep it away from where your kids play, and if you are expecting a baby, ask another member of the family to empty the box due to the danger of your contracting toxoplasmosis.</p>
<p>You can start cat training as soon as you&#8217;ve found a place for the litter box and filled it with sand. You should show your kitty where you&#8217;ve placed the litter box, and then leave him alone for a few minutes while he sniffs and scratches.</p>
<p>In general, cats prefer to go to the bathroom in sandy places, so your cat will naturally know what to do when you put him in the litter box. He might not need to use it immediately, so wait a few minutes.</p>
<p>For most kittens, litter box training can require a few missed attempts. To clean cat urine, consider mixing a paste of white vinegar, baking soda, peroxide and dishwashing gel.</p>
<p>Apply the gel to the urine spot after sopping up as much of the urine as you can with a cloth or paper towel. Vacuum the mix after allowing it to stand for an hour. The odor and stain should be eliminated, and the cat is unlikely to urinate in the same spot again.</p>
<p>Cat training can be thwarted if the litter box is not sufficiently cleaned. Cats are very neat animals by nature, and if their litter box needs to be emptied and cleaned out, they will try to avoid using it to go to the bathroom.</p>
<p>You may experience a setback in cat training if you have a dirty litter box. Clean out the box as soon as you can, and then begin cat training again by showing the cat the clean litter box. This should get the cat back in the habit of using the litter box instead of inappropriate places to eliminate.</p>
<p>Cat ownership can be very rewarding and fulfilling. Cats are bright and naturally curious. They are extremely fast learners, and once you begin training your cat, they will be an easy, low maintenance pet for years to come.</p>
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<p>So you have decided to take a big step, you have become a pet owner. Fortunately for you, <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.secretsofcats.com/" target="_blank">cat training</a> is not a difficult thing to accomplish, and can be achieved quite quickly. Cats are fairly low maintenance, and once you have completed your <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.secretsofcats.com/" target="_blank">kitten training</a> you will be ecstatic with the decision you have made to take on the responsibility. Sometimes it may take kittens a few tries to get the gist of using a litter box. If this happens, you can <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.secretsofcats.com/behavior/how-to-clean-cat-urine.html" target="_blank">clean cat urine</a> by mixing a paste of baking soda, white vinegar, dish washing gel, and peroxide.</p>
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		<title>Cat Training &#8211; Coping With Difficult Cats</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jul 2010 22:43:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rowena</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Cats, being very independent-minded animals, require very different training motivations and methods than dogs, which usually want to please their owners. Training a cat can be frustrating for the new or inexperienced owner, but there are methods that work.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cats, being very independent-minded animals, require very different training motivations and methods than dogs, which usually want to please their owners. Training a cat can be frustrating for the new or inexperienced owner, but there are methods that work.</p>
<p>Kitten training is much easier than training an adult cat. If you train a cat while it is young, the cat will remember the training throughout its adult life. There are many ways in which cats can be trained. Contact a professional or visit your local library for advice on training your cat.</p>
<p>Cats enjoy being given toys and treats as rewards for their training. Treats, however, are quickly given and are gone within seconds, while toys can lead to distraction when the cat would rather play with the toy than train. Remember that the average cat&#8217;s brain is about the size of a peanut, and that cats do not tend to have long attention spans.</p>
<p>Cat training should begin with simple tasks, getting your cat to raise its front paws for a treat is fairly simple, simply wait until the cat is sitting, then hold the treat close above their head. The cat will fairly naturally reach up for the treat.</p>
<p>Repeat this action regularly on a daily basis. Soon your feline will put its paw in the air to meet yours as it approaches their cranium. Soon the same action will occur to receive a reward. This process can also be used to train your animal to sit.</p>
<p>Hold a treat between your cat&#8217;s front paws while it is sitting down, and your cat will lay down to try to pick up the treat. Start by giving your cat the treat immediately, then wait a bit longer each time. Eventually, your cat will learn to lie down and stay down until you give it the treat.</p>
<p>After the cat learns the behavior, introduce verbal commands associated with that behavior. Consistently verbalize the command after every time the cat performs the action. As this process is repeated over time, the cat learns to identify and associate the command with the desired behavior.</p>
<p>Cat training can be rewarding for both your cat and you. Keep in mind that if your cat isn&#8217;t having fun, he probably isn&#8217;t learning anything, so stop when you and your cat get frustrated. Start again when both of you are ready, and you will make better progress.</p>
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<p>Did you know that it is possible to effectively <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.secretsofcats.com/" target="_blank">train a cat</a>? Because cats are independent-minded animals the methods employed in training them differ from traditional dog training methods. You can avoid many frustrations with your furry friend if you begin <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.secretsofcats.com/" target="_blank">kitten training</a> as soon as you can. The essential part of <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.secretsofcats.com/" target="_blank">cat training</a> at any age involves finding a treat that your cat likes and have plenty of it on hand. Start training with simple non-verbal commands and reward successes with a treat. Once the cat has learned the behavior you can add verbal commands to the mix.</p>
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		<title>Cat Training: What You Need To Know</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jul 2010 22:43:29 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cats are a very popular choice as a pet, and not without reason. Cats are fun, affectionate, and quite intelligent, as well as generally happy to live indoors, making them a great pet for city dwellers. But the question of cat training, or whether they can be trained is a compelling one. Theoretically cats should respond to training quickly and efficiently as they are very intelligent.</p>
<p>If you ask around, most cat owners will say that cats have a strong independent streak and do not try to please their owners the way that dogs do. Consequently, training cats takes more work as the techniques that work in training dogs do not work with cats.</p>
<p>The successfulness of cat training will depend on several variables. First is when you start your training with your new cat. Younger cats are more receptive to new behaviors, so you should consider beginning kitten training as soon as you get your new pet.</p>
<p>The second thing to consider is what does &#8220;cat training&#8221; mean to you. If you want to train your cat to come when summoned and to be housebroken and use a litterbox, then these tasks are easily taught.</p>
<p>When it comes to simple tasks such as these you should use praise to get your cat to obey. Call to your cat, then when it comes to you give some good praise and affection, using a proper praising tone of voice.</p>
<p>Pretty soon your cat will come when you call to them, as they will associate it with love and praise. Whatever you do, though, remain consistent, your cat will become confused if you change your behavior in the middle of training.</p>
<p>When litterbox training your cat, be prepared for it to take a while. This may not be what you hoped to hear, because the smell of cat urine is certainly not something you want lingering in your house, but it pays to be patient.</p>
<p>There are various different methods available to you- research to find one which seems like it will work for your situation- but, as I mentioned above, be consistent. Once you choose an approach, stick with it, so that your cat knows what is expected of it.</p>
<p>Different types of cat training may be necessary when undesirable behavior arises as the cat gets older. One frequent problem of this type is when the cat ceases to use the litterbox and instead relieves itself in corners.</p>
<p>Several methods exist to discourage this behavior, but it is recommended that the cat is medically evaluated first to assure there is no underlying physical cause for the behavior.</p>
<p>If the cat is healthy, cayenne pepper can be sprinkled in the inappropriate places where the cat tends to urinate. Since the pepper is irritating to the cat it is discouraged from returning to urinate again.</p>
<p>The best advice when trying to train your cat is to be patient and consistent in your approach. If you build a better rapport with your pet by trying to eliminate problematic behavior you will have a much more satisfying and fulfilling relationship with your pet, and be more likely to be able to teach them.</p>
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<p>Cats are extremely popular pets for very good reasons; they are smart, loving, and satisfied living indoors. <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.secretsofcats.com/" target="_blank">Cat training</a> is very complex even though in theory training should be easy due to their high intelligence. It&#8217;s a good idea to start <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.secretsofcats.com/" target="_blank">kitten training</a> as soon as your new pet comes home. You can choose from a variety of litter box training methods. Be aware that whatever method you select, the odor of <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.secretsofcats.com/litter_box_problems.html" target="_blank">cat urine</a> will be around for a while, as it will take some time for your cat to learn. The best advice when trying to train your cat is to be patient and consistent in your approach.</p>
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