Housebreaking Dogs: Older Child
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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...
Does Your Dog Pout?
Asked by C.O. from Washington DC
on December 6, 2011
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My dog, Grady, pouts. yes, pouts....his bottom "lip" comes out and he sits on "his spot" on the couch giving us "the look" with his bottom lip sticking out. it is TOTA...
Housebreaking an Older Dog
Asked by J.W. from Dallas
on January 15, 2007
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I have an almost 7 year old doxie that I desperately need to get housebroken. I need him to be inside as he is getting older and is HW positive and undergoing treatme...
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- Another good training method is the bell. Attach a bell fairly low to your back door. Everytime you take him outside, ring the bell and say "outside" or "potty". It mi...
- Another thing to try is to take him out 30 minutes after he eats or drinks. Stay outside with him and tell him a command (Hurry Up, GO Potty, etc...) When he potties,...
- You will have a difficult time housebreaking an older dog, but it can be done. You need to treat him like a puppy and only let him out of his crate if you are directl...
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...
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 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 ...
6 Year Old Wants a Dog
Asked by J.C. from Columbia
on April 13, 2009
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Recently my 6 year old has been asking for a dog. She really loves playing with the neighbor's dogs. I just can't handle any more stuff to do right now. How do I did h...
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- Tell her when she is older, and Mom & Dad can buy one, not now. She needs to become more responsable for the things that she has and learn how to take care of a dog...
- Have you thought about suggesting to her a fish(if you dont have one already)? That's pretty easy to manage and its considered a pet.
- I am a dog trainer that specializes in family dogs. One of the most difficult parts of "my child wants a dog" is getting families to realize what you already realize. ...
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...
Alpha Female and Housebreaking and More
Asked by T.L. from Dallas
on April 8, 2007
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I have a 4 year old dog that is outside only, a 10 year old beagle and recently came upon a stray boxer mix. I got the beagle from craigslist and was already house tra...
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- We use Hilton Butler of K-9 Bootcamp in Frisco for training. He is awesome- ###-###-####.
- I recommend watching the Dog Whisperer and buying his training tools (DVD's, books). He's excellent at teaching people how to fix agression and other behavior problems.
- Hi T.! Sounds like a pack leader issue. Try Aaron at The Educated Dog (theeducateddog.com) - he does wonders! D.
What to Do with Our Dog - Since It Bit Our Son?
Asked by S.A. from Chicago
on June 14, 2007
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Yesterday, my 19 year-old niece was watching our 4 youngest children and our dog. She takes care of all of them 3 days a week. She feeds the dog, gives him water, an...
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- I know it's hard. My son was bite by a friends dog. This was his 3rd time biting someone so they did put him to sleep. we had a Akita and he became mean after we h...
- Hi S.- This is more a message of support than anything. I am so sorry for you and your family! I am also a dog owner and lover (I have a 7 1/2 yo pit-bull/lab mix...
- I am so sorry to hear about what happened to your family. The same thing happened to my cousin. Their dog was so sweet and very smart. However one day my cousin's dau...
