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Mydogs
Koehler Training Method
Does anyone know anything about this method? Can it be taught at home or do you need a trainer? Anyone have experience with it? Thanks
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LAST POST: ON: Tue, May 21 2013 6:22 AM
marlania
Thunder Shirt, Schmunder Shirt
When I adopted Chip several years ago, his contract should have come with a disclaimer stating that he could escape from anything, anywhere, at any time. He can break out of his crate (even though we've cable tied everything but the door), climb the fence, and as of this morning, let himself out...
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LAST POST: ON: Sat, May 11 2013 11:26 PM
SadieLady
Normal puppy behavior or a problem?
Sometimes when I am walking to 16 week old Sadie, she will suddenly lunge at me or her leash. She will bite and snarl a little. Sometimes it seems to come out of nowhere, sometimes a noise or something will set her off. #1 Is this normal puppy behavior that just needs correcting? #2 How do I correct...
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LAST POST: ON: Tue, May 7 2013 6:03 PM
SadieLady
Nipping puppy
Sadie is 15 weeks old. Do you have any suggestions to curb nipping? It IS still normal at this point, correct? I have seen some improvements in the 3 weeks we've had her, but I'm hoping it gets better soon over the next couple of weeks. She's definitely very playfully nippy in the morning...
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LAST POST: ON: Sat, Apr 27 2013 4:22 PM
Mydogs
Teaching a Pup not to be so Pushy (Rude)
First alittle history, Abby is a 5 yr old small breed mix - when we had our lab (a 13 yr old) Abby was the alpha, I think it was because the lab just didn't care. But Abby was top dog. We now have a 5 month old puppy(large mix breed) Freida, and the puppy is very pushy, blocks Abby every chance she...
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LAST POST: ON: Fri, Apr 12 2013 11:39 PM
iluvjamison
My first stupid question of the month . . . Deb W.
Can anyone tell me why Jamison will sometimes scratch on the rug, bed, sofa, etc., for a minute or two before he lies down ? Deb W.
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LAST POST: ON: Tue, Apr 2 2013 9:00 PM
Sheral Lynn
Correct Bad Behavior in Dogs
Hello Friends, A poorly trained dog can embarrass its owner and offend other people--or even make them feel threatened. To raise a well behaved dog, enroll him or her in an obedience class at a young age. Stop begging. This stems from natural instinct, improper socialization, boredom or desire for your...
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LAST POST: ON: Wed, Mar 27 2013 8:00 AM
A Fan of Andy's
B A R K I N G **********************
IN AUGUST OF OF 2012 WE HAD TO HAVE ANDY PUT TO SLEEP. THE POOR OLD GUY WAS SO MISERABLE. HIS QUALITY OF LIFE WAS HEARTBREAKING. WE STILL MISS HIM SO VERY MUCH. In January 2013 we adopted Bella from the Humane Society. The fee was only $85 because of her age. She's 9. She was listed as a Corgi Mix...
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LAST POST: ON: Fri, Mar 15 2013 8:31 AM
Sheral Lynn
Help Dogs Sleep
Hi Guys, Dogs, like humans, can have difficulty sleeping at night. Sleeplessness in dogs is related to a variety of factors, some of which are controllable by the pet owner. When you notice your dog exhibiting signs of restlessness, such as constantly moving from one location to another at night,...
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LAST POST: ON: 3/12/2013 5:51:18 AM
Sheral Lynn
Crate Train a Dog
Hello Everyone, Many people decide to crate train their dog for many reasons. These reasons may include training, housebreaking, or even safety. One you decide to crate train you dog and you choose the crate, the next step is setting the crate up. Decide where to put the crate in your house. Choose...
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LAST POST: ON: 3/2/2013 2:17:38 AM
Sheral Lynn
Good Air Purifier for Dog Odor
Hi Friends, Removing pet odor from your home goes deeper than the air. The smell originates from somewhere -- usually your carpet, furniture, maybe even Fido himself. Your pet has probably had an accident or two, and left traces of fecal or urine odor in your carpet, no matter how well you think you...
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LAST POST: ON: Tue, Feb 26 2013 4:15 PM
Sheral Lynn
Clean Pet Supplies
Hello Everyone, After use, pet supplies like pet dishes, litter boxes, crates, carriers and beds can become breeding grounds for pet dander, odor and bacteria. To keep your home smelling fresh and your pets healthy, clean these items regularly. Using a few nontoxic items you may already have in your...
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LAST POST: ON: 2/26/2013 1:07:35 AM
Freedom
Agility training: treat delivery
The place we attend for Agility has recently started carrying this item. Saturday morning, Willy and I attended our first Agility clinic, with Lisa Bonker. She also recommends this product, and we got to try it. It is a 'lotus' ball. You put the treats inside, it seals with velcro. You toss it...
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LAST POST: ON: 2/17/2013 8:19:00 AM
mystctattoo
Help Please!!!
I recently adopted a 6mo old female pitt bull from an animal shelter. She was fantastic very sweet and lovable and loved to play with my other dog who is a 1yr old fixed male pitt mixed with probably a lab. She has a skin issue and I took her to the vet and he put her on a steroid among other pills....
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LAST POST: ON: Thu, Feb 7 2013 11:12 PM
Kimoriarty
Barking......
I have an 8 month old English Mastiff puppy that is really well behaved except when I am sitting down to watch TV or to just relax and read a book. I work from home so typically she sleeps by my feet all day. As soon as I am not in front of my computer and I want to sit and watch TV- she is relentless...
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LAST POST: ON: Tue, Feb 5 2013 10:49 PM
Scott in Minneapolis
Separation Anxiety
My partner and I adopted a 2 year old Shih Tzu from a rescue organization in Minneapolis two weeks ago. Herman is a wonderful dog, but he suffers from extreme separation anxiety. He follows me around the house constantly and will panic if he can not see me, even if he is being held by someone else. We...
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LAST POST: ON: Mon, Feb 4 2013 4:32 PM
That_Zoe_Lady
New and annoying behavior
I would like to present a problem to the community to seek advice. We have two dogs, a Beagle named Homer and a Dalmatian/hound mix named Purdy (She's really cool, she has the hound's black saddleback coloring and Dalmatian spots on white fur everywhere else.) Homer is 7 years old, Purdy is 10...
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LAST POST: ON: Mon, Feb 4 2013 12:01 AM
Kimoriarty
Puppy.....barking and biting
I have an 8 month old English Mastiff puppy that is really well behaved except when I am sitting down to watch TV or to just relax and read a book. I work from home so typically she sleeps by my feet all day. As soon as I am not in front of my computer and I want to sit and watch TV- she is relentless...
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LAST POST: ON: Sun, Feb 3 2013 5:52 PM
jmt
yorkies fighting
I didn't mean to give the impression that there is any professional guidance in an online forum, I just wondered if anyone had similar experiences with all of cyberspace to ask. My daughter will seek professional help. Thanks to anyone that offered reading sites.
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LAST POST: ON: Fri, Feb 1 2013 1:29 PM
parkway212
at an all time loss here...
Hi all! I am new to this forum and haven't yet posted in the introduction section but soon will. I have joined here looking for help, idea, opinions and more. And hopefully I am posting in the right section as well. Also i am from syracuse ny. This will be lengthy but I seem to have somehow acquired...
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LAST POST: ON: Wed, Jan 30 2013 4:16 PM