by Cheryl F Murphy on March 12, 2010
Puppies are so adorable; they can melt anyone’s heart. They are cuddly, fun, playful and curious and we tend to enjoy every aspect of having a new puppy until they do their duty in the house and then we have to contend with the biggest problem and difficulty of owning a new puppy, puppy house training.
You need to work closely with and also have patience with your new puppy with regards to potty training. A puppy is only a baby and a puppy does not have the comprehension level yet to know what you want him to do. It will be easier to complete your puppy house training if you are patient and loving with your puppy. Even though it is disappointing when your puppy has an accident in the house if you are impatient and express your disappointment your puppy housetraining will take longer.
At the beginning you might need to take your puppy out to potty as often as 2 to 3 times in an hour. That may sound like a lot but a little puppy does not yet understand how to control himself and the active playing that most puppies engage in creates urine. Nighttime may be better as a relaxed puppy will not need to go out as often. You should not wake a sleeping puppy just to go outside but rather just make sure and take him out as soon as possible after he wakes up.
Consistency is the most crucial part of puppy house training. Stay consistent in taking him out on his leash to the same spot every time. Stay consistent about using the same commands such as “potty now” every time. And also be consistent with your abundant praise and special treats when he does finally go.
If you make the entire experience a positive one for your pup your house training will be finished sooner. That means that you will need to be patient and loving even when there is a mishap. Just take him outside and praise him when he does it correctly and ignore it when he manages to do it wrong. Your puppy wants to please you so it is important that you do not do anything that will confuse him.
It really is unlikely that you will be able to be with your puppy all the time so when you need to be away from your dog you should put him in a crate. Puppies and dogs are natural den animals and they crave a small place of their own. Also, puppies will rarely dirty their own space so a crate will assist you in teaching your puppy how to control him or her self.
Consistency is the most important part of house training. Make certain you engage in a consistent command and take him to the same place every time so that there is no confusion for him. Having a positive experience will also help him to learn faster and you will be finished with your puppy house breaking earlier.
In a just a few weeks your puppy house training will be over and you will no longer have to worry about accidents in the house. Puppy house breaking is the most important aspect of having a new puppy but it can be much simpler than you expect if you are consistent and positive.
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by Cecilia Ericson on March 12, 2010
If you are the proud owner of a pet and you feel a lot of love and affection for him, then I’m betting you regularly give him a present to show him your love. I do this all the time myself. I want my pet to be happy for as long as he lives!
Of all the surprises you can get at your local pet shop, the best one you can buy has to be a good heated pet bed. Recently I saw one on sale and brought it with me. My pet turned out to be eternally grateful. He was much happier than he normally is with a snack or a toy.
When you think of it, it’s very important that your pet has a decent place to rest. An average pet will spend a large part of the day sleeping. So why not make this a comfortable experience? When you are going to buy him a pet bed, please consider the following things.
1. Size. Before making a purchase, please consider how large your dog or cat is. The bed should be sufficiently large that your pet can lie in it without having to curl up. Most people underestimate the size that the bed needs to be.
2. Bed Softness. You are purchasing a pet bed with the goal of making your pet comfortable. If the material of the bed is too thin and it is not soft enough, your pet will not be able to get the best night’s rest he could’ve with a softer bed.
3. The Structure. There are so many shapes and sizes when it comes to pet beds, that it’s just not funny anymore. You’ve got wide beds, deep beds, donut shaped beds, open beds and roof covered beds. Dogs like open beds. Cats tend to prefer roof covered beds.
4. Temperature. The temperature that various pets prefer varies from one pet to the next. The thickness of his fur plays a huge role in this. Most pet beds come with a standard temperature setting. But in case you want to use the pet bed in both summer and winter, you might want to look for a pet bed with temperature settings.
There is no doubt that you will receive lots of love from your pet, should you make the decision to purchase him a nice and warm pet bed!
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by Bill Dick on March 12, 2010
Young dogs should begin training at an early age to help develop good behaviors, but even older dogs can learn to avoid bad habits. Before you seriously begin training, try to do a little research on your dog’s breed to determine if there are any bred personality traits or specific little quirks that the breed might possess that would influence training methods.
Humane training is a necessity if you want to maintain a good relationship with your dog. Good behaviors need to be rewarded, while bad ones should be ignored or corrected.
Strong physical reprimands and devices such as choke chains can cause much more harm than good in the long run. Over time this can cause the dog to become skittish around people or lose the drive to please its owner. Humane corrections include using a stern voice, withholding rewards or physically moving the dog where it should go without hurting it.
Common commands such as sit, heel, stay, and come are generally easiest to teach through reward-based training early in life. Dogs learn these commands most easily when they are puppies before the dog has a chance to develop bad habits or a rebellious streak. Much like their human counterparts dogs develop personalities over time that are the result of their experiences and what they are allowed to get away with. Because of this it can be more difficult to train older dogs on these basic commands.
Dogs are eager and ready to learn animals. With a little patience and a lot of consistency, it’s not that hard to teach dogs what behaviors you like and what definitely isn’t allowed. Retain a position of confident leadership and you shouldn’t have any problem having a happy, well-adjusted dog as a result. Make sure that you deal with your dog from a position of obvious leadership, but at the same time don’t be cruel.
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by Todd Lavergne on March 11, 2010
There are several factors to consider when you are learning how to choose the right dog for yourself or your family. Doing some research about the breeds you are interested in and basing your decision on the fact that you will have this pet for up to twenty years should be one of the first steps that you take in making your choice. Most people have many changes in their circumstances and life over the course of several years and it will be important that the pet you select will fit in well with the changes that may occur in your life.
The size and temperament of the pet you select should be based on both your current and future needs. A person who is single will want to consider how the temperament and size of the dog will adapt to a family or children in the future.
Some people select their pets to meet immediate needs. They may need a dog that is aggressive or protective because they live in an area where they need this type of protection. However, consider whether or not you will be in this same environment in five years. If you get a protective dog as a single person, consider whether or not it will be able to adapt to a partner or children if you expand your family.
When you are deciding on the best dog, it is important to choose the personality and temperament that matches yours. Choosing a pet because it is in fashion usually does not work out well for the pet or the owner. If you are a person who does not like yapping, or animals that will require a lot of personal attention, then you do not want to get a breed that is in fashion but has these characteristics.
Most small dogs can be very happy in a small space and adapt easily to larger spaces as your family grows. However, a larger breed often has difficulty in small spaces. Think about the amount of time you can spend walking your dog, and providing the kind of attention the dog needs before you make your decision. It is also important to think about the amount of time you will need to invest in training for you dog.
Before getting your dog, making plans for caring for your pet will be very helpful. A big determining factor in getting your pet will be the investment you can make in their care. If you are the type of person who does not like to be around needy people, you will probably not want a pet that is needy. Most dogs will suffer separation anxiety when their owners are gone too long. Some people have a baby-sitter for their dogs when they are gone, others take their pets to doggie-daycare facilities during the day. When they go on vacation, their pets go to doggie hotels.
One of the ways that pets show they are suffering separation anxiety is to chew on their owners shoes, clothing, carpeting, etc., depending on their size. One St. Bernard that suffered separation anxiety ripped the linoleum off a laundry room floor when the owners left it to go out for the night. This was a wonderful dog and a great family pet, but after the incident, the family always had a baby-sitter for the dog when they were gone from home more than a few hours.
When you talk to a professional about your needs and requirements, they will be able to provide you with details and information about the breed and temperament that will be most suited for you. When you want to learn how to choose the right dog and find a life-long companion, taking time to learn about different breeds will be extremely helpful.
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