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Does Your Dog Have Allergies?
Many people don’t realize that their dogs, just like human beings, can suffer from allergies. In fact, about twenty percent of the dogs in the United States alone suffer from one allergy or another, with flea allergy dermatitis being the most common...
Dog training - the basic commands
There are of course many reasons for owners to want a calm, obedient and faithful dog. For one thing, obedient and trained dogs are happier dogs, less likely to get into tussles with people or with other dogs. Another reason is that many communities...
"Finding the Perfect Cat or Kitten for You and Your Family"
Some people say they are exclusively "cat people," meaning they only want to have a cat as a pet. That doesn't mean that just any cat will be the right companion. When choosing a cat to be your companion, be certain to make the choice that will...
Frequently Asked Dog Behavior Questions
Article:
1. Why do dogs eat their poop?
One reason dogs eat their poop is because it just plain tastes
good. Another reason is it could be a vitamin deficiency. One
other reason for the poop eating is that it is an...
Vaccinating Your Dog – How Much And How Often?
Pet lovers know that it is very important to vaccinate their dogs, but how early and how often are two questions that are currently much on their minds as well as on the minds of the veterinary community at large. While vets agree that it is still...
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Puppy House Training
House training is one of the most important things you can do
for both you and your puppy. It is imperative that you begin
your puppy's housebreaking as soon as you bring him home.
It is natural for a dog to relieve himself where ever it is. You
must teach your puppy to relieve himself outdoors. Keep in mind
that the younger the puppy is, the less control he will have
over his bladder and bowels. A very young puppy can seem like a
pee and poop machine! Puppies can also mark and urinate when
they are submissive or afraid.
Dogs are relatively clean animals and will typically want to
eliminate in an area separate from the main living area. Keep an
eye on your puppy for signs that he needs to go. You may notice
him sniffing the floor, going into a room away from all the
activity, or staring at the door. Some puppies will be more
obvious, such as running between you and the door, jumping on
you, or barking.
Designate a place in your yard specifically for your puppy to
eliminate. This area should be kept clean of feces. Take extra
care to keep the area clean from feces and safe from other dogs
until your puppy is fully immunized.
Take your puppy outside to the designated area frequently.
Develop a routine and take your puppy out on a regular schedule.
Do not go more hours than your puppy is months old without
taking him out. For example, if your puppy is three months old,
do not go more than three waking hours without taking him
outside. In addition, you should take your puppy to the
designated area approximately twenty minutes after meals or long
drinks of
water.
If you see your puppy eliminating inside, immediately take him
outside to the designated area. Don't fall into the temptation
of sticking his nose in it and telling him, "no!" This will not
help. It will just confuse him as he will not understand why he
is being yelled at and it will make him nervous and scared
around you. Ignore the unwanted behavior and reward the good
behavior.
Take your puppy outside on a leash. Give him five minutes to
eliminate. If he doesn't go in five minutes, take him back
inside and put him in his crate. Ten minutes later, take him
back outside again on the leash. Repeat if necessary.
When your puppy begins to eliminate, give him a command such as,
"Do your business." Say it continuously while he is going.
Praise your puppy after he voids in the designated area. Reward
him with something he likes. Many puppies are happy to be off
the leash and have ten or fifteen minutes of play time outside
with you.
It will take a few weeks to fully house train your puppy.
Consistency is the key to success. When your puppy's training is
complete, he will eliminate on command when you tell him, "Do
your business."
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