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Plus, it makes even the smallest Chihuahua look large and in charge.
FIDO, AN ENDURING FAVORITE AMONG DOG NAMES, COMES FROM THE LATIN WORD FOR “FAITHFUL” OR “FIDELITY.”
Prepare to Walk on the Wild Side
Social, territorial, predatory—any of your dog’s naturally inherited Canidae family traits can be intensified by the stimulation of an outdoor environment. That’s why, in your early wilderness adventures together, you should never assume that you know exactly how your dog will behave. Prepare yourself by mastering basic dog obedience skills. Practice, praise, and repeat.
With preparation, consideration, and a few choice tricks, this guidebook can give your pack the confidence to set out on new adventures and enjoy countless hours of discovery on the trail.
ssss1Christine McGourty, “Origin of Dogs Traced,” BBC News (2002).
CHAPTER 2
YOU SCRATCH HIS BACK …
Does your dog get enough exercise? Has it been weeks since he’s chewed on a good problem? Is he begging for more time at your side? Take your dog hiking! Every shared adventure promises more than just an afternoon of fun.