Housebreaking Dogs: Infant
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Seeking Suggestions on Housebreaking Beagle Puppy
Asked by C.M. from Chicago
on May 27, 2008
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I just got a baby girl beagle;she is a little over two months old. This is my first dog and I really don't know how to housebreak the dog. I live in an apartment on th...
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- We would always take the puppy outside after they eat to get them used to that and then we got them on a schedule of different times to take them out other than after ...
- Hey C., I have two beagles of my own and had 1 beagle prior to the two I currently have! I have had my fill of beagles! First of all, you have to know that beagles ...
- Puppies are just like babies -- they cannot control their bladders (pee/poops) until they are one year old is what I was told.
What Pet Should We Get?
Asked by J.G. from Dallas
on August 25, 2010
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My husband and I are discussing getting a family pet. He wants an indoor cat or a small dog. I would prefer a sometimes indoor mostly outdoor dog because my son loves ...
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- I cannot imagine why a beagle would be declawed. They are very family friendly but very energetic. I have had 2 beagles who are now 11 years old. They do need exerc...
- Why would someone declaw a dog?? How cruel! I would absolutely not get a Beagle. I have one. I also have two shepherds. My shepherds are very intelligent, calm d...
- Your son is real young to know how to handle any pet, even a fish. If your son is rough, it doesn't matter how small or big a pet is. A pet can get irked and/or te...
Baby Vs. Pet
Asked by J.C. from Chicago
on February 16, 2010
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Hello moms.
So I'm new here but thought I'd jump right into the pit by asking a question that is driving me mad! My husband desperately wants a puppy. While I'm not...
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- If you want a dog, I recommend looking into a shelter or a breed specific rescue organization. Look for a great family breed like a Lab, Golden Retriever, or Beagle. ...
- Yes, having a puppy is JUST like having a new baby - except they chew on everything and are small and mobile enough to actually get lost. Not only do you have to worry...
- Well, I seem to be completely going against the norm here, but I say why not both? When my son was 6 months old we got a puppy and moved all within the course of 1 wee...
Dog Help!
Asked by N.C. from Dallas
on January 6, 2012
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My kids have been asking for a dog for the last year or so...I have been researching breeds but I wanted to get opinions as to what everyone would recommend. Here are ...
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- I also suggest adopting a dog. Pick out the breeds you like, and go and look for them. They have actually done studies that show that a mutt will basically act like wh...
- 7a to 4 p is a long time for a dog to be by himself. When you come home, how much time will you really have to pay attention to the dog before dinnertime, homework, be...
- Since you are a previous dog owner, you realize the committment and responsibility involved (I hope). You are talking 12+ yrs with the pet. We never, ever leave ou...
Dog Training
Asked by S.C. from Fort Wayne
on March 15, 2010
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We just adopted a 6 month old pup from the animal shelter. He's a BIG boy (about 48 lbs) and very very rambunctious. He LOVES to jump on people. I need to know how to ...
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- As in work in pet care, I would suggest www.barkbusters.com or caninedimensions.com as they come to your home and help train you as well. Agewise, he is at the right ...
- This is fixable, first don't spend money for someone else to handle your dog. You can do it, my god you had children you can do this!!! First put a leash on with a ...
- join an obiedience class. he is just a puppy and means no harm.I train with choke collars and reward make a big issue if he minds lots of petting good boy and such. I ...
Destructo Dog!
Asked by E.L. from Chicago
on April 20, 2010
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We have a great dog (Hershey, female, shar pei/lab, 6 yrs old) She's been great with our little girl since we brought her home but she has been a little jealous and un...
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- Have you thought about a doggy day care or having a dog walker come and take her on a long walk during the day? Exercise alone probably isn't the answer, but could he...
- Sounds to me like she needs good old fashioned discipline! What do you do to deterr her from this behavior? Does she get scolded? Do you raise your voice? You need to ...
- Don't get mad at the dog since you all changed the game and are adjusting to parenthood. Yes it has been her time but don't expect pets to have cognitive understandin...
Husband vs Dog
Asked by A.K. from Dallas
on August 10, 2008
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We just got the cutest little English white lab puppy for my son and daughter. It's their first pet. My son ADORES the puppy and vice versa. My plan WAS to crate train...
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- As a pet lover I hate to say it, but if it is causing that much stress the puppy should leave BEFORE you get any more attached to it... marriage has to come first.
- Hi A.! I can somewhat sympathize with you since we JUST got a cream golden retriever puppy 3 days ago and my husband is very anal about the house being clean. He is no...
- Well, this is unfortunate because dogs are PACK animals! This means it IS cruel to force them to lead a solitary existance outside. We have 3 inside dogs--two are sm...
Seeking Advice on Purchasing a Dog.
Asked by K.P. from Pittsburgh
on November 17, 2008
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I read somewhere that you should not get a pet during pregnancy but now I cannot find the article. We want to get our daughter a dog for christmas but I cannot rememb...
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- I don't think there are any "medical" reasons for not getting a dog. Perhaps you are thinking about not cleaning out a cat litter box while pregnant?
- Never read anything about health issues concerning getting a pet while pregnant. I have read that you should not clean litter boxes while pregnant. We had a female g...
- The only reason why I can think of as to why an article would say not to get a dog while pregnant is because of the extra work and stress. I have no idea why you shoul...
Outside Dog Is Slowly Becoming and Inside Dog
Asked by S.C. from Fort Wayne
on November 23, 2010
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Due to my husband's soft heart for all things living, our enormous 70 lb outside dog is slowly becoming our enormous 70 lb inside dog. He's actually really good in the...
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- In regards to leaving your dog home alone, we always gave our dog a Kong w/ frozen peanut putter or a little canned dog food in it and this kept him busy while we were...
- Everyone has given good advice, and I don't want to just write a repeat. You say you don't want to buy a crate; do you have a spare bathroom you don't often use? I b...
- Most dogs ARE inside dogs - they are meant to be members of your "pack" and not kept isolated away from them. You did not mention how old the dog as or his breed - de...
Getting a Second Dog
Asked by P.H. from Dallas
on October 20, 2010
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Hi Moms,
I have a mini doxie who is a 4 year old female. I am thinking about getting a second dog for my son who is 12. I am just wondering what your experiences ha...
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- It is like having a new baby with the training and all but for our family it was SO worth it. We have 3 dogs. 11 1/2 yr old American Cocker (just eats, sleeps po...
- I had a chihuahua and decided to get another dog as a playmate, but i wanted a bigger dog. While I really wanted to get a rescue, since my chihuahua was so little I fi...
- I would really suggest getting a puppy since your dog is well established in your home. A puppy would be dominated by your other dog from the beginning and "pecking" o...
