Housebreaking Dogs: Toddler
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Housebreaking Tips for a 3 Year Old Dog
Asked by N.O. from Detroit
on November 15, 2008
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ok so hears the story. We have adopted a 3 year old german shepard. I dont think she was abused, but I believe she was very much neglected. She was in a kennel pret...
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- I also recommend any of Cesar Milan's books. If its not happening, maybe consult a dog expert that uses his techniques. It's not impossible, you just have to figure ou...
- N., When you take her to the door, stop and whine a bit yourself and then let her out. It's the same way you'd teach a child a word.. you repeat it over and ove...
- Congratulations on your adoption! I also adopted a dog, he was 1 1/2 at the time, but had never lived in a house. Housebreaking was a real challenge, and we failed f...
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...
Housebreaking, Behavior
Asked by T.W. from Chicago
on September 11, 2007
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I need help! We bought a schnauzer/poodle mix about 5 weeks ago (he is now a little over 3 months old) and despite every effort we can think of, he simply will not get...
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- Hey there, I totally know where you're coming from! This can be so frustrating... it's like having two toddlers, right?!! You didn't mention if you spoke to the...
- It takes a while to housebreak an animal. Little dogs are not fully adults until about 18-24 months and big dogs take longer I believe it is 3 years. It takes time. ...
- Greetings, I am a professional dog trainer, and I will see if I can help out some. First, the potty problem. Do you have a small dog crate for the dog? How often does...
Family Dog Dies and 13 Month Old Misses Her Terribly...
Asked by P.B. from Anchorage
on April 13, 2008
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We have had our dog for literally 13 years and just last week she was taken by cancer. I knew that me and my husband would have a hard time with it as she had been a ...
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- We had to put one of our dogs down 2 months ago due to acute kidney failure. Our daughter who was a few months over 3 took it VERY hard. I cannot recommend "Dog Hea...
- Hi P. My family went through this when my daughter was barely 3, and again at 4 (two older dogs). Because I work in the field of the human-animal bond, I knew about a...
- Hi P., I understand your concerns, and the anguish over losing a member of your family. It's not easy when you lose a pet but in time those wounds do heal. I feel ge...
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...
Where Do You Keep Your Dog?
Asked by L.G. from Atlanta
on October 4, 2012
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I just recently moved into a new house. I have a small dog (a shih poo). He is pretty much kinda potty trained. If I take him out he will use it BUT if not, he will us...
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- What would **I** do? I would take the time to potty/house train him. Period. If you don't want to do that, then "kennel" him during the day. If you don't like t...
- Our dog stays inside the house. Our carpet took a beating while she was a pup and now we have hardwood and tile floors. This will be a problem when we get a new puppy....
- this dog stays in when we're gone because he's totally house-trained. we had a former one who spent some time in a crate and some outside in a well-insulated dog house...
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...
