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Puppies

Dog Obedience Training – Puppy Behavior – 8 – 11 Weeks Old

July 27, 2010

Puppy Behavior 8 – 11 weeks old.
Puppy behavior is important to be able to understand as when a puppy goes through certain stages in its development their behavior will also go through changes. We will look at the stages a puppy goes through between the ages of 8-11 weeks of age and how you can [...]

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How To Train A Puppy – Obedience Training

July 21, 2010

Puppy Obedience Training – How to Succeed. When should you start Puppy Obedience Training? Puppies aged – 5 – 7 weeks
The age of your puppy plays an important part in deciding when you should start the training program…
 
5 – 7 weeks – This is the age where puppies start to act and behave like [...]

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5 Puppy Training Tips for a Better Dog

July 15, 2010

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Who doesn’t love a puppy? They are cute, fluffy, and playful. However, don’t let those innocent puppy eyes fool you – all puppies grow up to be dogs, and puppies growing up without the [...]

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Guide To Bringing Home A New Puppy

July 9, 2010

When bringing home a new puppy, you need to be prepared for the worst case scenario. Chances are, your puppy will be an angel compared to what you expect of him/her, but at least you would have covered all bases. As with anything else in life, it is always better to be over-prepared than to [...]

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Puppy Housebreaking Does not Have to be All That Hard

July 3, 2010

Puppy Housebreaking / Housetraining Procedures and Methods

Puppy housebreaking should start just as soon as you bring your new puppy home – and it is the best way to teach your purebred puppy to go outside when it has to relieve itself. How long does it take to do puppy housetraining?

The easiest answer is: as long [...]

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Puppy Growth: What’s The Right Weight For Your Puppy?

July 3, 2010

The speed at which a puppy puts on weight varies depending upon the breed of dog and whether or not it receives enough exercise or food. There are general puppy weight estimates you can use as a guideline for raising your puppy, however if you suspect that your puppy is either over or underweight, talk [...]

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Puppies Need Toys

March 1, 2010

You cannot have a puppy without puppy toys – the more the better. The truth is that most puppies have more toys than many babies. Puppies are playful and they need to learn – the right toys can help in both areas. But just as you are careful about giving children age appropriate toys, you [...]

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Adorable Puppies That Bite Ankles

February 13, 2010

We all know that puppies go through a phase of chewing on things. They will chew on practically anything in sight; this includes dangerous items like electrical cords and poisonous plants. That is why we have to puppy-proof our homes before we bring home our little baby. But unfortunately, puppies also seem to love nipping [...]

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Your Puppy Might Have Gastrointestinal Parasites Even Without Showing Signs

February 12, 2010

The majority of puppies contract some form of internal parasite either before or shortly afterbirth. Although this may sound repulsive to you, it’s a normal part of being a dog. There is no need to be excessively concerned, provided you have your puppy checked and treated promptly. Left untreated, intestinal parasites can cause serious harm.
Therefore, [...]

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When To Start Training Your Dalmatian Puppy

February 12, 2010

Socialization and training your Dalmatian puppy need to start the very day of his arrival in your home.  You should not address him without calling him by his name.  A short, simple name is the easiest to teach because it catches the puppy’s attention quickly, so avoid giving him elaborate names.  Always address the pup [...]

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What You Need To Know In Training Your Puppy – Part 3

February 12, 2010

After the pup has a good idea of what you want him to do, begin to ease off using tidbits every time. Do not let yourself use tidbits as a bribe. It is very easy to fall into the trap of thinking that if you give a puppy a treat he will be good. But [...]

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What You Need To Know In Training Your Puppy – Part 2

February 12, 2010

It is important for your puppy to feel he is a valuable individual. Try to have your training sessions in a relatively quiet place. Because he is so playful, he can be easily distracted by other people and activities. If he is constantly being bombarded by other sights and sounds, it will be difficult for [...]

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What You Need To Know In Training Your Puppy – Part 1

February 12, 2010

Whatever your pup’s pedigree and whatever your goals for him, any puppy is still an emotionally immature animal. At the same time,  no two pups are exactly alike and what works for one puppy is not necessarily best for another. You must constantly be aware of your pup’s personality and of how you can get [...]

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What To Do During Your Puppy’s First Month Home

February 12, 2010

In order to properly train your puppy, you need to know what to do and the right time to do it. Below is a list of curriculum to guide you during the first month of acquiring your pet.
Week One: During your puppy’s first week home (he should be around 8 weeks old), it is important [...]

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Weaning Your Puppy

February 12, 2010

Whether a newborn puppy is fed by his own mother or by his owner, he must eventually be taught to depend on something besides milk for his food. This learning process is called “weaning”, and represents the changing of a puppy’s diet from liquid to solid. At about three to four weeks of age, as [...]

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Using Rewards And Punishments In Puppy Training

February 12, 2010

Puppies and dogs learn new things or change their behavior only if the undesirable behavior is punished or the desirable behavior rewarded. We can reward a dog for performing certain tasks on command, such as sitting, lying down, or coming, with simple petting, affection, and praise. You can also use rewards for coming when called, [...]

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Understanding Your Puppy’s Limitations

February 12, 2010

An obvious limitation in puppies is that they tire easily, both emotionally and physically. Being young, the prey instinct isn’t synchronized with the outside world; the puppy can’t pace himself. He’ll go at full tilt toward whatever is interesting him until he’s exhausted. Conversely, he’ll easily panic if something is upsetting him. When tired, a [...]

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Training Your Puppy To Become Lead-Broken

February 12, 2010

As someone who wants to raise their puppy to become a winning show dog there are several things that you should be doing while waiting for your puppy to grow up.  Let’s take just a little time right now and discuss how to do some of these things.
Let’s start with the lead-breaking of your puppy [...]

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Training Your Puppy How To Track And Fetch

February 12, 2010

These are just two things you can do to build rapport between you and your puppy and at the same time teach him to respond positively to learning so that his advanced training will be easy.
Tracking: Puppy tracking is a wonderful way to get you and your puppy out for a walk. Tracking is natural [...]

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