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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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Training Tips Before You Bring Home Your New Puppy

February 12, 2010

Many dog owners make the mistake of giving commands in long sentences that only another human being would understand. You get certain inflections in the dog’s bark or whine, but only another dog understands “dog talk.” Why should you expect your dog to understand all the words you use? True, your pet will love to [...]

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Three Steps To Determine How Much Food To Give Your Puppy

February 12, 2010

To determine the amount of food to begin with when you start feeding a growing puppy, apply the following steps:
Step 1: Find a puppy feeding chart and determine the number of calories per pound of body weight your puppy should have for his age.  For example, a 7- week-old pup weighing five pounds needs 400 [...]

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How To Choose The Right Crate For Your Dalmatian Puppy

February 12, 2010

The moment you decide to own a Dalmatian puppy, you need to start planning for his arrival in your home.  Both you and your new family member will find the transition period much easier if your home is properly equip in advance of the arrival.
One of the first thing you need to prepare for the [...]

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How To Leash Train Your Puppy

February 12, 2010

Leash training should not be any problem at all. You can start by playing a simple follow-the-leader game the very first day that your puppy is home. Follow him around and tell him what a good puppy he is. As soon as he is comfortable with this little game, reverse it by getting him to [...]

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How To Feed Your Puppy

February 12, 2010

How To Feed Your Puppy
The growing puppy should be weighed once a week for the first six months of his life.  The weekly growth rate, which starts from weaning to six months, should be very constant that it forms a straight line when plotted on a graph.  The amount of food consumed by a fast [...]

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The Easy Way Of Training Your Puppy To Sit

February 12, 2010

At the beginning of the training, your puppy should be wearing a flat or rolled leather collar. Keep the leash handy but begin with it off. Start the training indoors and avoid distractions.
The simplest way to teach your puppy to sit is to hold a toy above his head, or just snap your fingers while [...]

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The 2 Most Common Fears Your Puppy May Have

February 12, 2010

Fear Of Other Dogs: You may find that your puppy is not social toward other dogs. It may be that either your dog was taken too early from his mother and litter-mates, or the litter-mates may have been much larger and stronger than yours, leaving your puppy socially apprehensive. Some very dominant puppies separate themselves [...]

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