Why is my dog peeing in the house while im gone?

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Emily D

We just got her from my boyfriends family a few weeks ago, so this house is new to her. She is a chihuahua mix, 2-3 years old, and is well house trained. She is so good she even comes and tells me when she needs to go outside!
But when my boyfriend and I are gone during the day (can be 3-6 hours), I come home to find little pee spots on the carpet. We have a crate but do not like to use it; her old family would put her in it while they were gone and she was miserable. We always take her outside before we leave so she can do her thing, and walk her in the evenings.
Help!

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The truth of the matter is that she is not accustomed to be left alone for long period of times. You have to teach her that you will be back after a short stay outside. For example go out side of the house for about 20 minutes. Then come back in. Keep doing that until she sees that you do return some times quickly. Every time you go out stay a little longer, and return as if you just went out for some bottled water at a store. Come back again and she will began to adjust to the fact that you keep coming back. Chihuahua's are very smart and quick to learn. She will learn and fast and will adjust to you being out. When you get back each time make sure you take her out to the potty, so she knows not in the house, only outside. I know of a book that's worth its weight in gold. Chihuahua's Secrets. It's on line as an E-Book. Checkout the site it is a treasure of information for chi's. Good Luck with her. I'm sure this will help.

What supplies do I need to buy for a new puppy?

Fairy Jenn

I have never had a dog before, but we are planning to buy one. Can anyone provide a list of items we need to buy before introducing the puppy to our house? We have no idea, other than food, what other things we should buy.

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- food & water bowls

- flat collar & leash (I recommend Lupine, they are guaranteed even if chewed: http://lupinepet.com/ )
-- id tag in case your pet gets lost

- grooming supplies, which vary based on your breed
-- dog shampoo
-- dog toothbrush
-- dog toothpaste
-- toenail clippers
-- bristle brush or slicker brush
-- comb (optional)

- toys
-- kong - http://www.kongcompany.com/
-- a squeaker toy
-- a chew toy
-- a cuddle toy
-- a tug toy

- treats

- crate

- bed

- pet stain cleaner for accidents in the house during housebreaking

- bitter apple spray to deter chewing (note: only about 50% of dogs actually respond to bitter apple spray. many of them actually LIKE the taste of it. in that case, use pepper instead.)

- quality pet food (see below)


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On choosing a dog food:
Read the ingredients on the food you buy. Go with a high quality dog food. (Or in your case, the puppy food counterpart of the brand you choose). A grain should not be in the first couple ingredients ingredient (corn and such are mainly fillers, dogs don't digest it well). Avoid foods that have a lot of "by products" listed.

Here is an article about byproducts:
http://www.dogfoodproject.com/index.php?page=ingrd

And an article on what ingredients to avoid:
http://www.dogfoodproject.com/index.php?page=badingredients

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Some GOOD foods are :
* Merrick - http://www.merrickpetcare.com/
* Solid Gold - http://www.solidgoldhealth.com/
* Canidae - http://www.canidae.com/
* Timberwolf - http://timberwolforganics.com/
* Orijen - http://www.championpetfoods.com/orijen/orijen/
* Wellness - http://www.omhpet.com/wellness/
* Chicken Soup brand - http://www.chickensoupforthepetloverssoul.com/
* Innova - http://www.naturapet.com/brands/innova.asp
* Innova EVO - http://www.naturapet.com/brands/evo.asp

Or check this website for good foods: http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com/dog_food_reviews/
(I recommend only feeding foods rated 4, 5, or 6 stars. Anything 3 stars or less, I would stay away from.)

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Stay away from grocery stores brands. They are low-quality foods chalk full of fillers, preservatives, dyes, etc.. (Grocery store foods are those like Beneful, Old Roy, Alpo, Pedigree, Purina, etc.)

Beware "premium" foods. "Premium" does not mean good nutritionally, and is not a nutritionally high quality food. It has the same types of ingredients as grocery store foods, just a bit better quality of those not-so-good ingredients. (Premium foods are those like Iams, Eukanuba, Science Diet, etc..)

Another thing to be wary of: A lot of vets will recommend what they sell in their office. They get profit from the brands they keep on their shelves, that's why they push it. Truth is, vet schools don't focus a lot on nutrition. It's not saying that a vet is a bad vet because he recommends those foods, a lot of vets just are told "this is good food", so they pass the message along without proper nutrition knowledge. Also, some dog food brands (like Hills) support vet schools, so vets have heard of it from the time they start college, which makes them think it's good as well.

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When switching foods, do it gradually. I do this over about a two week timespan:
25% food A, 75% food B
50% food A, 50% food B
75% food A, 25% food B
100% food A

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How to keep my dog off the furniture?

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rcullen198

We recently got our 9 year old boxer mix back after being overseas a few years. She stayed with family but was mainly an outdoor dog. Before that she had her own couch when it was just her and my husband. Now that we are back and have brand new furniture I do not want either of our dogs on it. The younger one I trained not to get on so he's pretty good but the older dog is smart enough to only get on when we are not home or at night when we are asleep. We catch her on the love seat in the mornings.
What is the best way for me to train her to stay off since she doesn't get up when we are around. My husband thinks that if I let her on it to teach her to stay off it will confuse her.
I won't kennel her at night but I don't really want to put things on the couches every night to keep her off either. Do the sprays really work?
Any suggestions?

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There are a few options to address this.

- Purchase a second hand dog couch which is relatively cheap for the dogâs use and teach it off, using drag lead if the dog jumps on to enforce the command until it learns all other furniture is out of bounds.
- Teach the dog off and be absolutely consistent that the dogâs place is on a dog bed or floor.
- When you are not in the room to supervise the dog, lock it out â some dogs can work a lever arch handle!

What is the best material for a dog kennel/run floor?

Woody

6' by 6' Fencing will be attached to a shed so the dog can go in and out. What is ideal material for the "floor" of the outdoor run? Concrete? Grass? Mulch? Rubber? Why?
Other ideas?
This kennel is for very intermittent use, as ours is a house dog.

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Dogs should NOT be kept on concrete - bad for joints, feet, etc. Grass would be turned to mud in no time by a bored dog confined in a small run. A good option would be pea gravel - not bad for the dog's feet and easy to hose down to clean it.

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Im Going To Toronto For 3 Days And I'm Not Comfortable Leaving My 7 Month Old Puppy At Petsmart Hotel?

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Shosha

So i got a puppy from Last April maltese And He Has Been Like my little Son to Hes like So attached to me and i'm so attached to him i love him to death He get so scared of people when i walk him he doesn't let anyone touch him :( accept me And my family.

If any stranger touch him he just go behind me or far away from the person but if dogs hes good with them he play and sniff Them It Alright! hes very friendly So My Problem is i'm not comfortable leaving him for 3 Days i'm freaking out i don't trust anyone with my puppy ( ONLY FAMILY) with him He freak out when i leave the house he start whining and crying and my heart break :-( when i leave him for couple hours IM LIKE HIS MOTHER TO HIM .....( IM ONLY 14 YEAR OLD Girl ) I don't trust
PET SMART or any stranger with him
I heard couple stories that they don't take care of the dog they just leave them the get sick and they don't call the vet because they just don't care So I Don't Know Whats Happening!!
I Can't leave him with my friends or my mom friends or relatives because my mom don't feel comfortable that they can't handle him :/ and we can't take him to Toronto :(

What if they don't take care of him?
What if they don't clean him ??
What if they don't feed him?
What if he get into a fight with another dog?? and they wont do anything?? Like Calling The Vet??
What if there was no clean water/place/bed??
What if the employs/Staff just don't care about them???
I live in Ottawa is Pet Smart good in Ottawa i went there for training my puppy for 4 weeks and it was alright but he didn't really trained it was a lie the trainer just talk !!!

(The money is not important)

Help please!!

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Petsmart training varies greatly depending on location and their individual trainers. But I have heard petsmart dog hotel is alright, and if anything went wrong they'd be liable for it 100%. Leave the name of your vet and their number, and leave a set of instructions for your dog. He should be fine, a little stressed but he will not die! I suggest you look into other actual boarding kennels and see if you can find any reviews online. Good luck! Your dog will be fine, just Really excited to see you when you get home! It's actually good for a dog to have to be separated sometimes so they aren't Too bonded. It's like a learning experience for him. And when he gets playtime with the other dogs he will have fun!

Does St. Albert ON Canada Have A Hunting Dog Rental?

Q. I have recently come across some information that there is possibly a Hunting dog rental, or a kennel that offers those features near Ottawa, Either St. Albert or Albert Ontario? I was just wondering if anyone knew of this to be true or had any further information on the subject!

Thanks so much
The reason I ask this is because we found a small beagle near our cabin which had a transmiter on her collar, the thing was almost near death so we took it back up to our cabin. Only to have a few guys come by later and ask if we found a dog. We eventually found out they had waited 4 days to look for the dog, lost another one as well and apparently "rented" these dogs from this place they claim exists. They said if they lost the dogs they would have to pay 300$ each for them.

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I have been a dedicated outdoors enthusiast for all of my adult life. I have been totally involved with numerous professions regarding hunting, fishing, etc. I have been a guide, game warden, master taxidermist, and am still a full time wildlife artist. My point in bringing all of that up is simply this: In 50+ years in the outdoors business, I have NEVER heard of anyone willing to trust a trained hunting dog to a stranger for any amount of money. Having once had the third largest hunting preserve in California, I can't begin to imagine letting one of our dogs go hunting with someone who knew little or nothing about how they were trained and how to handle them. With that in mind, I doubt seriously whether any kennel today would let a dog go out without its trainer/handler going with it. The liability and risks are just too great. (Imagine what kind of deposit you would need to put down to insure the well-being and safe return of the dog?) If there really is a dog rental place, expect to have to hire the dog AND dog handler for a sizable fee. You might have a better chance of rescuing a labrador retriever or german shorthair pointer from your animal shelter for less and get as much. Good luck.

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My dog is afraid of Fireworks and the 4th of July celebration is coming up?

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We wont be at the house. My dog is terribly afraid of them, and usually runs by our side and lays down by us at even the slightest pop. Is there anything I can do to make the day a bit less traumatic for him?

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Are you going to be home with him or are you leaving him alone?

If you're home, then just being there should help him a lot. Turn on the TV (not to a station playing the fireworks, of course) to help drown out the noise. Speak to him reassuringly. Keep all the windows and doors closed. Give him lots of cuddles. But don't act anxious about how he'll react... he'll pick up your anxiety and get more wound up. Just relax and show him that you're not worried.

If you're going out for the night, turn on the TV or create other white noise to muffle the fireworks. Put him in a smaller room or some place he feels safe. Cushion any areas if you think he might run around frantically and give him a place he can hide and feel safe (like his crate if he has one).

Obviously don't take him outside.

Here are some more tips:
http://www.petconnection.com/blog/2009/06/30/make-plans-now-for-a-fear-free-fourth-for-your-pet/
http://petknows.com/2008/06/27/july-4th-fireworks-pets/

How do I get my dog to stop barking in the early morning?

Q. Every morning between 6-7, my dog barks nonstop and its really beginning to annoy everyone. I don't know why he does this and why he has to choose so early in the morning. I'll bang on the window and he'll stop for a few minutes, just to start up again. Any advice?

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Where is your dog? If he is outside some sort of stimulation may be causing him to bark, if he sees someone or something he finds threatening or just interesting he may be trying to communicate that to you. If outside I suggest bringing him in the house and putting him in a crate with some sound playing (the tv, white noise, or some music) this way he doesn't hear distracting sound which may be triggering the behavior. If he is inside but in another room bring him into your room so you can give a 'No' every time he does it. Of course there are he options of bark collars either one with a shock or the citronella ones but I would only do this after trying to modify the behavior itself, but to do this you would have to figure out what the trigger is. It is more work, but it is never wise to take the easy way out with dogs.

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How much did you pay for your dogs bed?

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WSS UK

please note although I know some peoples dog sleep in crates, I am not asking about the price of a crate. thank you.

Conducting a survey to see how much on average a dog owner pays.

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I have 4 dogs and $20 each for each bed. Hmm... $80 bucks! Jeez didn't realize that before LOL.

What size crate should i get my american bulldog?

nenee

ok i know a dog should have a crate he can stand up and turn around, but american bulldogs very in size. My dog's dad was 120 lbs. what size should i really get for him? Please give me some numbers to work with here.

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I would get the largest one that you can. You want him to have plenty of room to turn around when he is full grown. Depending on where you get one from the price can be from 50 to almost 200 dollars.

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What is the best, cheapest, most effective way to advertise a pet for sale or for free in NH?

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beckyslp

AKC standard poodle, 8 months old, parent clearances, full registration, crate trained, good with kids, 900 or B.O.

Free sweet calico female, one and a half years old, good with dogs and kids, mouser, indoor/outdoor, can't keep due to allergies.

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remember most serial killers/torturers claim they started out by taking "free to good home" pets out of the newspaper...

your best bet is to get allergy shots so you can keep the cat - at that age she doesnt have much hope of finding a home -sadly most people want kittens - and giving her to a farm is not good either - most farm cats have very short lifespans and are not well looked after ...

plan on checking any home interested - if you have a no-kill shelter you can take your cat there or put up posters in the vet office (not as likely to attrack nut cases in vet office as you will from an ad in newspaper).

How do I get my dog to Germany?

Britt

My spouse and I just got stationed in Germany. Now that we are settled and are back on our feet we want to get my dog shipped here. He isn't very big, only 19lbs, and I don't want it to cost me an arm and a leg. I just don't have 900 dollars to ship him. ): Does anyone know of a safe decent priced business who can help me get him here? Thank you!

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you might contact airlines regarding essentials for transporting animals.

if you know of someone who plans to travel to europe you might ask whether they would be willing to take your dog along (you could pay them and make it worth the trouble) certain airlines permit small dogs to be placed in a crate under the seat during flight which is far less traumatic than cargo.

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How would I start my own Business?

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Allie

I would like to someday start my own Dog Kennel/ Cat Boarding facilities. I am almost a Junior in Highschool, and I think I will go to college for something so that I can get a good Job and make money so that I am able to save up money to start my own Business. What type of college major should I go for and for what Job? and does anyone know what licenses you have to have to own and manage a kennel?

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Do a web search for Kennel Licenses requirements. Here is a portion of what I discovered online.

Instructions
Obtaining Appropriate Kennel Licenses

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Determine whether licensure is required at the state level. In the U.S., the states of Connecticut and Florida require a boarding license, while Maine, Iowa, Illinois and Colorado require boarding and shelter licenses. Missouri requires an annual license for animal boarding facilities, and Michigan requires a state registration form. If you live in one of these states, contact the state's Department of Agriculture for more information. Some states, including Maine, require a criminal background check and will not grant licensure to people previously convicted of certain crimes, such as murder or animal cruelty.

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Conform to minimum kennel standards. Most locales do not allow kennels to operate in a residential zone. All kennels should be clean, well-lit and ventilated with adequate space for each dog. Dogs should have access to shelter and water at all times. Maintain files with vaccination records for each dog. Also, plan for environmentally sound waste management procedures. Your city or county may require an inspection of the facilities before granting licensure. Inspecting departments may include the health department, environmental safety department and animal control. Some states, like Pennsylvania, have a Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement or similar agency that also maintains kennel inspection and complaint records.

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Contact your city or county clerk for information on the kennel license application. Most locales require kennel licensure for facilities boarding five or more adult dogs. The definition of "adult dog" for kennel licensure purposes varies, but most locales define it as 3 or 4 months old. The city or county usually requires proof of rabies vaccination for each dog as well as a fee based on the number of dogs your facility accommodates. This transaction usually takes place through the treasurer's office. Some applications include a questionnaire requesting more information about the facility and its intended usage, such as whether dogs are bred or sold.

http://www.ehow.com/how_6314236_kennel-license-dogs.html#ixzz2NSqazCsT

How to keep a dog kennel clean with snow and ice?

amruden

I have a Husky/lab mix. We have kept him outside all year, however this will be his 1st winter. We have coved all the bases...plywood wind breaks, nice dog house off the ground, small amount of heat (anything more he sleep outside his dog house) hay ect. Just want to know how to keep it clean? If i missed anything to keep him warm and happy.

I know it is BEST to keep him INSIDE. He is a working dog. So he is not "jailed" all day.

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You mention windbreaks, but is the kennel covered? A roof or cover that extends beyond the flooring of the kennel is best, as it keeps snow and rain , leaves and such from falling dripping back down onto the floor and making a mess.

With everything else you've done, it sounds like the kennel will be warm and clean.

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What do you think is the best type of dog for me and my family?

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Zazy

We want one that is Medium size ( 40 to 45 pounds) We are an athletic family so we want a dog that would like to go running with us. We are willing to groom his/her fur every day. He/she has to be friendly/ a people dog.. We do live in Texas so he/she can NOT have a long coat becouse of the heat. It has to be able to stay in the house 4 hours a day ( we wont him/her in a crate). Oh one last thing we are adopting from the Houston SPCA.
No we are not keeping it in a crate. Sorry i forgot to say not in with there. But nop they will not be in a crate.

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There is no "right" or "best" breed or type of dog for any family. It's all about individual dogs and how they interact with a given family.

If you are planning to adopt from the Houston SPCA, then meet with their adoption counselors first. Find an adoption counselor who listens to you and that you connect with. Then you can work to find the right match.

Tell them about your lifestyle, your wants, your likes your dislikes. Be brutally honest. Sounds like you've got a good start so far.

Meet a bunch of dogs. See how they interact with you and your family. Do you want someone who is dog friendly? Cat friendly? Kid friendly? A social butterfly? What about age, sex etc? Your counselor can help with this.

Find someone that interacts well. "smiles" at you. One that "clicks". Selecting a dog is much like picking a mate. It's a lifetime committment and you'll know him or her when you see them. Sometimes it's not something you can exactly put into words but you know the "thing" when you see or feel it.

The best thing is, with a good adoption counselor, they are trained to help you with this and know how to guide a family through the ins and outs of an adoption.

Don't get too hung up on the size. You may find a 55lb perfect dog or you may find one that is 30lbs. As I said, you'll know your dog when you meet him or her.

I love the labs and lab mixes. They are the most popular breeds for a reason. However they aren't for everyone. Plus, there are good ones and bad ones. I don't want to push you to a particular breed - just a good counselor. If you don't find what you want at first. Keep looking. You can also try other shelters and rescues in the area. Try Petfinder and narrow your search by area code. There are many volunteers who would be thrilled to help your family find the PEFECT dog. I promise. =)

Good luck and thanks for rescuing a dog!

How to care for my staffy / jack russell mix dogs?

Michelle

I have two staffy / jack russel cross dogs and im not exactly sure how much or often i need to feed them or how much i should play with them, their tendencies etc. id love tips on the best way to care for them! cause i cant find much about the cross breed at all! thanx
They are sisters, look exactly alike and get along really well!!!! theyre best friends, i spend alot of time with them and they make me laugh alot, i play with them for about an hour every day, sometimes half an hour ! and we all play together nicely! they havent fought once!!! theyre about a year old now, i got them from my dad about 6 months ago , he got the dogs from one of his friends!!! i just wana make sure i care for them correctly! they also dig holes now and again but i think they do when i didnt spend enough time with them! but theyre very clever and are very obedient and they learn new tricks really fast! i love them to death !!! and theyre beautiful! http://instagram.com/p/cZz3MQxtQY/#

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You won't because there's no 'for sure' or Standard with mix breeding. You'll have to read up on both breeds in this mix (who on earth did this!!)

And having two males? is a potential recipe for disaster given they come from terrier breeds. I lived for a few years with somebody who bred Jackies, and she could only have one male - could have been because of 'his' bitches, but he'd not tolerate any other male around, at least in his house!

If these two are puppies right now, be very careful - by the time they reach puberty, it could well all kick off unless you have a definite dominant one and a submissive one. It's never a good idea to have two puppies of the same age/litter, at the same time.

If they are just 8 weeks, they need 3, maybe 4 meals a day, breakfast around 7 am, lunch around noon and the last meal no later than 5 pm. Depending on how well they are doing now, they may still need a late evening meal too which is the one you drop off first, followed by lunch.

Where's the breeder? because they should have given you a diet sheet and a small supply of the food they've been having. If you switch without doing it gradually, they will have an upset digestive system. How much - difficult. If you can feel their ribs but not see them, if they are perhaps leaving a little in the bowls, then they are getting enough. Otherwise give them more - using the amounts on the packet as a guide. This will err on the more however because they want to sell you more.

Play with them as much as they need. And use two crates for when you can't supervise them - no longer than 2 hours in there during the daytime, plus overnight, to keep them out of danger and mischief.

No two puppies from a mix litter will be exactly the same - that will depend on which genes each favours. And having mix-bred puppies is a lottery, from size to coat, to temperament and health/longevity.

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How can I teach my dog to do her business in the toilet or out of the house in the yard, not inside the house?

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The One

Just recently I bought a 2 months old dog.She is a non pure Golden Retriever. Some times she's the most playful dog I've ever had and sometimes she becomes the laziest creature on the planet.I wanna teach her to do her business outside or preferably inside the toilet so I can simply take care of that.What is the easiest and fastest method to teach her so?
If anyone can help me,I would really apreciate.
Just recently I bought a 2 months old dog.She is a mix Golden Retriever. Some times she's the most playful dog I've ever had and sometimes she becomes the laziest creature on the planet.I wanna teach her to do her business outside or preferably inside the bathroom so I can simply take care of that.What is the easiest and fastest method to teach her so?
If anyone can help me,I would really apreciate.

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I've never heard of a dog using the toilet. I have an almost 2 year old Boxer mix and I used to have a Dalmatian. The best way to house break a dog is to buy a dog crate that will fit the puppy when she is full size. Some people say dog crates are cruel cages, but they are really like dens wolves have in the wild. My dog loves hers. She has her blanket and toys and sometimes she hides in there when things get too noisy in the rest of the house! Buy one with a divider. When you set up the crate put in the divider so the area is just a tiny bit bigger than she is. A dog will do its best not to soil where it sleeps. If you don't use a divider the puppy will pee in one corner and sleep in the other. It will toughen the dog's bladder so she can hold it better. Make sure you only leave her in there for a few hours at most because a puppy can only last so long. Take the puppy out at least once an hour: when she first gets up in the morning, right before bed, after she's done playing, and especially after she's eaten. Stay outside for at least 10 minutes to make sure her bladder is empty. The point of taking her out so often is that you don't want her to ever pee in the house. When she pees or poops outside make a huge deal out of it. Pet her, sweet talk her, and give her treats. Keep a close eye on her. If you see her sniffing around the house or she starts whimpering , that is puppy language for take me outside!!! If she goes in the house and you catch her in the act, make a loud noise like saying HEY! and clap your hands really loudly. The noise will scare her and make her pause. Then pick her up, take her outside and praise her when she goes outside. If she goes indoors and you don't catch her (just find the puddle) don't rub her nose in it or make a big deal out of it. She won't understand. And it's really your fault for not watching her properly. My dogs caught on really quickly. And puppies are lazy; they are babies and babies spend most of their time sleeping. And be patient; babies make mistakes. Have you ever had a dog before? Try picking up a book on dog training so you can at least teach her the basics. It keeps the dog from getting bored.
I saw someone recommended puppy pads. I wouldn't use those unless you always want the dog to go inside the house. It's too confusing to sometimes go in the house and sometimes go in the yard. And pick up some solution at a pet store or even a grocery store that is specifically for when dogs have accidents in the house. Dogs leave a scent when they pee; so the dog will just keep going back if you don't get rid of the scent.

How to potty train a dog quickly and efficiently indoors?

sloth

I am getting a 1-2 year old papilion from an animal shelter and I'd like the dog to learn where to pee **inside**. I think i have the basic idea from the research i've done. Constant repetitive watch and praise as it goes pee?
How long did it take you to potty train ur dog?

I am planning on getting a pee pan thing for dogs at PetsMart this week and have the dog pee there. When the dog pees should i pick it up and rush it over to the pee pan? and do this everytime so he gets the idea?

thank you
also what is kennel training?

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I started out by placing potty pads everywhere in the room. When my dog would use the pad, I would tap on the pad to bring his attention to it, tell him what he did and give him a treat. I would get all excited and that would get him all happy and excited. When he missed the pads and peed on the carpet, I would gently and in a very disappointed voice, tell him that he was a bad boy. He went potty on the floor. I would tap on the floor so he knew what I meant and he did not get a treat. Each time he went on the pad, I would reward and praise the heck out of him. He learned quickly. As he started to use the pads instead of the floor, I would pick up a couple of unused pads and put them back in the container until there was only one pad left. He went straight to it. Then, after he learned, I put the pad where I wanted him to go and showed it to him. It took me one weekend to do this but, I did nothing else that entire weekend. I used Beggin Strips a treats. I broke them up into small pieces so that he didn't get too many in one day.
He's 15 now and always uses his pad. He never misses. He always comes to me barking for a treat after he uses it. Even to this day.
If your dog is a boy, don't get the pee pan. My dog stood in the middle of it like a good boy but, when he lifted his leg, it shot over the edge of the pan. If it's a girl dog that squats, the pee pan works well. My dog stands on the edge of the pad and lifts his leg but, never misses the pad.
In the beginning, it's good to use the more expensive pads because they are treated with doggie pheromones that attract the dog to the pad. Once they get the concept of using a pad, you can buy the cheaper pads without the pheromones.
Never yell at your dog. Just sound disappointed. It really works.

People will argue that it teaches a dog to pee in the house. It doesn't. It teaches them to pee on the pad. As for crate training, a lot of people keep their dogs in crates all night or when they are gone. My dog has never been in a crate and never will.

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when crate is not used for training is it still okay?

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stan_mcman

Ok I have a couple of questions about keeping dogs in crates....

1. Most websites talk about crates as a training tool...does that mean at some point they should not be used anymore w/ a dog like once it's trainined?

1. How much crate time is too much? Like I mean how many hours per day? All I've heard is that it shouldn't be for more than 6-8 hours at at a time, does that mean after that the dog can go back in for another 6 hours? How much total per day is too much?

2. Can keeping a dog in a crate be harmful to it? What are the negative side effects, I mean mentally and socially?

3. If I kept my dog crated too long, could the spca take him away?

4. My dog tries to run out of the front door anytime someone comes over, is there a way to train him to not do that?

5. Has anyone tried those electronic collars that keep the dog in a certain area? Are those okay to use? Better or worse than a crate?

Answer
1) Even though my puppies (now 11 months) are completely housebroken, I do still crate them when I am working during the day because they cannot be trusted by themselves in the house yet. It is a safer option for them and for me. Once the chewing phase is over, I will slowly get them adjusted to having more freedom.

I also still use crates to help prevent bloat (I have large breeds). After each meal I crate them for an hour so they relax and aren't tempted to romp around and exercise or drink water.

2) It is recommended that you don't crate a dog for longer than his/her age. For example, if your puppy is 3 months old, you shouldn't leave him/her in the crate for more than 3 hours at a time. However, I would not recommend leaving a puppy/dog in a crate for longer than 3-5 hours at a time at any age. I know it isn't always possible, but that is my personal opinion.

3) As long as you don't keep your dog in a crate 24/7 they are not allowed to remove him from your home. SPCA can investigate any reports, but most likely will not take your dog unless they are in their crate for lonnnng periods of time, you allow your dog to urinate and have bowel movements and let him lay it in all day, etc. I would like to hope you wouldn't do such a thing anyway!

4) YES! Keep his leash on and DO not open the door until he is sitting politely (and calmly!). It may take several minutes (and several times!!), but do not open the door until he is exibiting a proper, desired behavior. Have friends come over and help you out! Have them ring the door bell/knock and practice sitting and staying with your dog. Use plently of praise and treats to reinforce the behavior! It is important that YOU don't get too excited when someone comes to the door either... dogs react off your energy :)

5) I am against any type of shock collars, again, personal opinion.

Hope this helps!

have you taken your ferrets on holiday?

Charlie

I live in the UK and we rarely go abroad. We are planning next years holiday to Devon, which is about 6 hours drive away from us. I'd love to take my ferrets along, there's no boarding services near me who cater to ferrets, and I have no friends interested in animals who could help. They have a huge cage and a large carry crate used for big dog breeds on planes. Would they be okay staying in the crate for a week? I'd let them out to run around the caravan (pet friendly) whenever I'm there, and they are vaccinated so would probably come on their leads with me when I went out. The crate is the same size as the large one here - http://www.zooplus.co.uk/shop/dogs/dog_cages_carriers/airtravel_dog_crates/60777 but has a mesh roof which I can hang their hammock on. I'd be going with my two dogs also, who get along with the ferrets. I've never taken them on a long journey or road trip, they've only been to and from the vets.

So have you taken your ferret(s) on holiday? Do you recommend it?

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Ferrets travel very well! I take my four fur kids camping, to the coast, you name it! They sleep the whole car ride there. That crate is certainly acceptable. I use a similar style dog crate, hook a food and water dish to the door so they can't be spilled over, one hammock, a few toys, one litter box and some blankets over the bottom of the crate and the kids travel in style.

If anything they'll probably sleep a little more than usual, all the excitement of being in new places seems to do that. Perhaps bring a playpen with you? That way when you're not their to watch they still have a little extra room to get out and play, rather than be cooped up in the crate? I always take my ferrets with me if I can.

My only warning is to watch the temperatures, they can get to cold and to hot fairly easily. I have a little clip on fan for their crate just to be safe.

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Help! My dog pulled up carpet?

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Lili

My dog was out of his crate for no more than 30 mins. When I came back he had pulled the carpet from the edge up and destroyed the underlying padding. Is there a way I can fix this myself? I rent a apartment and paid a $350 pet deposit and a $575 deposit, I kind of want it back or no extra charges for replacing/repairing the carpet.

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Get a piece of carpet padding
Remove padding by cutting, vacuum well
Using double sided tape put new padding in, against old
Stretch carpeting back into place along tack strip
DIY books at menard's, lowes, Home Depot, library

I have a weimaraner that chews?

Q. How can I stop her chewing? She takes toilet paper off the handle and shreds it, paper out of the garbage can, chews the lawn mower, shovels, house siding. Literally everything! She is 7 months old and we have given her bones to chew on but it doesn't help. She does get plenty of exercise I also have a Great Dane and they play together ALL day outside but when they come inside from the backyard she just shreds.

Answer
It will take time & some effort on your part to stop the chewing. Chewing is done for several reasons;

1) It is pleasant, it feels good, esp if still teething. (Molars come in between 9 -10 mo.)
2) It is something to do. (Weims are bright dogs & prone to mental boredom, even if well-exercised.)
They need a JOB; they need mental stimulation, not just physical play.
3) Chewing is done as a stress reliever. (It is possible either due to stress from the other dog or some sort of living situation, or a LACK of leadership & supervision, she is stressed.) Weims are a dominant breed; they need strong pack leaders.

PROBLEM: She takes toilet paper off the handle and shreds it.
= 1) Then either spray it with Bitter Apple or Fooey (makes things taste bad to most dogs & are sold at Petsmarts).
=2) Or take the TP roll OFF the wall & put it up on the back of the toilet or in a cabinet & take it out only went you go in, to use the bathroom. (A pain, but you need to break the bad habit YOU let get started, by not supervising the dog.)

She takes paper out of the garbage can:
OMG, so BASIC...
1) either pick the durn trash can UP off the floor [HELLO!!!] & put up on a cabinet/table or in a pantry/broom closet (REMOVE IT!)
2) Or install a trash can UNDER the sink cabinet, in a roll out trolley (VERY EASY to do). Home Depot & Lowes have the whole system, plus the plastic can that fits the trolley tray & they come in at least 2 SIZES. You can even hire somebody, if you are hopeless.
3) Buy a heavy, wooden lidded-trash receptacle & see if that can discourage the dog, or add a mousetrap in the top of the interior & set her up to get corrected, for sticking her nose where it doesn't belong.

She chews the lawn mower, shovels, house siding:
= This dog is spending WAY too much time outside, again without supervision or direction. (Weims are not yard ornaments; aka pink flamingos.) You should be challenging her in activities like retrieving, tracking, agility, rollerblading, obedience class, etc.and you should be spending more time with her. When you are not home, she needs to be kenneled; either in a run or inside in a crate. Umm.... why again did you GET this dog? Surely you didn't want just a yard decoration!

[She chews ] literally everything! She is 7 months old and we have given her bones to chew on but it doesn't help.

You are not giving her enough supervision, she seems to have the run of the house, which is wrong. She is still a PUPPY & just like a 2-3 yr old child, you do NOT turn them loose to wander all over the house, open cabinets, play in the trash, etc. Close off part of the house or use baby gates. Put her on a leash & tie her to your waist. Have you bothered to CRATE-TRAIN her? If not, do so. STOP giving her free-rein indoors, without your being in sight, & approving her actions. No freedom until she has earned it!

Did you not think it it would be WORK to get a puppy? They don't come perfectly "programed" they have to be TAUGHT good behaviors/manners. (The more active & the more dominant the breed, the more you have to ride HERD on them.)

Has this dog been to any formal obedience? (I guess you wonder what that has to do with chewing.) Had you been thru one or two classes by now, the dog would better respect you, you'd be able to communicate better, time your corrections to be effective & PREVENT misbehaviors by ANTICIPATING them. In that she repeats bad behaviors which have become habits, ithis bugs the HECK out of me. (Why not just shoot yourself in the foot, too?) If something BAD happens, you need to change what you do... or it will happen again, AND become a HABIT, esp if the dog finds it REWARDING.

Ah, the PAY-OFF! Many dogs (like kids) MIS-BEHAVE in order to get attention, even if it is negative attention. They often don't get enough ATTENTION. (Not petting or treats; ATTENTION) & they have no JOB. They aren't REQUIRED to do anything. This is a smart, sporting breed, who isn't being used to hunt (or to do anything, as best I can tell) other than to eat & poop. BIG mistake! ) Or she has figured out or believes... that the house is hers & she can do wantever she wants, because there is no leader, or it most certainly is NOT you. (We can see she's found herself numerous jobs "redecorating" the house & yard, just like a pushy roommate or bully.)

So either gird your loins... and do the WORK required, or turn her over to Weim Rescue. If you don't fix what you've allowed (by lack of training & supervision) to occur, she may end up euthanized. She deserves better. This is NOT a breed your just acquire & throw out in the yard & expect it to be smooth-sailing. You need to PARENT the Weimaraner, or they will take OVER.

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How to stop my dog from eating the window?

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AmandaB

We have a shelter dog that was never crate trained. The people who were fostering the dog warned us that we might not be able to do it because dog to won't associate the crate with a safe place. If he is in the crate, he either causes damage to himself or breaks the crate to get out.

In the past two weeks, the dog has started eating one of our windows when we leave. The curtains and screen are shredded, the curtain rod is broken, the sill has splintered in two, the left window trim was torn off the wall, and the handle is barely hanging on. He could get splinters in his stomach or something!

We've tried sedating him, but he throws the pill up. It doesn't matter how we feed it to him. He'll swallow the pill about 30 minutes before we leave, and when we come home the window has new damage and the pill is floating in a puddle of bile on the floor.

What can I do?
He's about four years old, and is fixed. He is a very lazy dog, and barely bats an eyelash when we leave. When we come home, he just wanders up to us, wags his tail, and turns around. And sometimes he doesn't even bother greeting us. I'm not sure if this is separation anxiety or not.
He has a kong; it doesn't interest him, even if food is in it. He isn't alone during the day; we have another dog (that can't even reach the window, so I know which one is causing the damage). Out of that list of ways to tell if your dog has separation anxiety, the only item that fits is that the behavior only happens when we're gone.

Answer
Everyone is giving you advice for chewing problems. This is Separation Anxiety....NOT a simple chewing problem.

I've been there...it's not fun having your house destroyed! This is a panic response to your leaving. S.A. is very difficult to treat and takes a LOT of patience and time. Rather than sedation, I would ask your vet for an anti-anxiety pill...doesn't sedate, but helps controls the anxiety - that panic feeling.

You may also want to try a DAP collar or scent emitter. This releases calming phermones into the air for him to smell and is supposed to calm him down. They're spendy, but some say they're worth it. Others say it's a waste of money. I suppose it depends on the dog. The fosters in our group use it with mixed reviews.

Then, I would find a temporary solution...have grandma stay with him while you're gone, bring him with you if you can, doggie daycare, etc... You can use this to help keep your house and dog safe while you're starting your treatment training program with him. (SEE LINKS below for the specifics on the treatment methods)

Ideally, he would get a bunch of exercise before you leave for the day to get out some pent-up energy...like a long, brisk walk. That will increase your chances of success, though I know realistically, I don't even have time for breakfast before I zip-out the door in the mornings, and you may not be a morning person either.

I'm putting some links to the exercises/treatment methods used to put a stop to the insanity of separation anxiety. The methods are too long to type here, but these sites should give you a good idea of what to do and give step-by-step instructions. We actually had a dog behaviorist come out, which, if you can afford it, I highly recommend (not a trainer - a behaviorist).

Though it's true that many dogs need some time to get used to a crate, I've never fostered a dog with S.A. that didn't totally destroy the kennel and exhaust him/herself when put in it, so it's more than him not associating it with a "safe place". I would work on the S.A., and then try the crate training.

The people that fostered him should have disclosed this problem to you because it is severe and one of the most difficult behavior problems to treat. If you're willing to work through it, or can change some things to make your lifestyle fit, then great!
Your three best options are:
1 -work through it...it could take months of long daily training sessions that may or may not be successful,
2 - change your lifestyle so that someone is always home with him or send him to doggie daycare during the day,
3 - return him to the rescue group where you adopted him.

In response: That's what our foster dog did....he was totally cool all the time....didn't seem upset when we left or anything...that's why I was totally shocked when I came home one day and he had tried to eat his way through the front door!

SEE THE LINKS BELOW FOR THE SPECIFIC METHODS

What are the reviews on different dog boxes for a truck?

ruphalfa

I have a regular cab truck and train dogs. I was looking at dog kennels and covering it with a tarp vs these dog boxes. What are the pros and cons of these dog boxes?

Answer
If you are not going to get a real vehicle to transport dogs safely in-such as a van, I suggest that you purchase a camper shell for your truck AND install a sliding rear window in your cab (if you do not have one-but who doesn't) so that the animals can get heat and air.

Crates in the back and a tarp? No responsible dog owner would let you transport their dogs like that.

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what are the differences between a Siberian Husky and an Alaskan Malamute?

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thatfatkid

i think i have a husky cause that what my vet said but a malamute looks identical. how could my vet tell the difference?

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The Alaskan Malamute and the Siberian Husky are both Northern Breed dogs from the Working Group. Both breeds have similarities in coat colors and patterns. Both breeds were used for similar activities. The Alaskan Malamute being strong and powerful, was used to transport heavy loads for long distances. The Siberian Husky, being a more of a medium size, was used for pulling lighter loads a shorter distance at a moderate pace.

Both breeds are prey-driven and will go after small animals including cats, squirrels, birds, rabbits or any other creature that mistakenly gets into their territory. Both breeds do dig. They have been known to ruin many landscaping beds and to dig up small bushes and trees.

Both breeds are pack oriented and can be very destructive if left unattended for long periods of time without attention. Crate training is advisable.

Both breeds are born to run. Neither of these breeds should ever be left off leash to run in fields, woods, or neighborhoods. They will keep on running and will never come back. Many Alaskan Malamutes and Siberian Huskies have been picked up by local dog wardens who have found them running stray. Some of them are never claimed and end up in rescue organizations or euthanized due to overcrowding in local shelters.

Some of the differentiating characteristics are as follows:
The Alaskan Malamute is a heavy boned, powerful dog. The males weigh between 85 and 100 lbs and the females between 75 and 90 lbs. The eyes of the Alaskan Malamute are always brown. Their head is broad with ears set wide apart. Their tail is similar to a plume carried up and over their back. The Alaskan Malamute is known for being gender aggressive toward dogs of the same sex. They can also be food aggressive. They are very loving and affectionate dogs and carry a laid back attitude. They make good companions but are not guard dogs even though their size can be intimidating. Everyone is a friend to a Malamute. Malamutes enjoy hiking, backpacking, swimming, jogging and cuddling up with their owners. Malamutes are very intelligent and can be very stubborn. Unlike the Siberian Husky, the Malamute is not prone to fence jumping. If they are bored, they can easily dig themselves out of kennels or under fences. Lifespan 10-12 years.

The Siberian Husky is a medium sized, smaller boned dog. The males weigh between 50-70 lbs. And the females between 35-50 lbs. The Siberian Husky can have brown eyes, blue eyes, one of each or a split eye (one eye with two colors).

Their head is smaller and not as broad as the malamute with ears set high on their head and close together. Their tails are considered a fox brush shape and are carried in a sickle shape when alert and trailing when the dog is relaxed. The Siberian Husky does well in a pack situation. They do not have the gender aggression that is a characteristic of the malamute. They are, however, very high energy dogs that are very vocal. They are an intelligent breed with a stubborn streak. They are not a guard dog and not a "one-man" dog. Siberians require a lot of exercise and enjoy swimming, jogging hiking, and agility amongst other activities. The Siberian Husky can be an escape artist and is prone to fence jumping when left unattended for long periods of time. They have also been known to climb a chain line fence to escape. They do best is a 5' or 6' fenced yard. Life span 12-15 years.

Is there any differences between a Alaskan Malamute and a Siberian Husky?

Banana

Is there any differences or they are just the same?

Answer
YES
the biggest difference i know of is size. Huskies tend to be about 40-60 lbs.. malamutes can run 75-90 lbs.. Non show-quality malamutes.. I've seen some that are as big as 150 lbs, seriously.
Also siberian huskies are very very vocal. Not sure if Malamutes are, but I've heard some peopel say get a sibe cause they don't bark.. well they may not bark in teh truest sense of the word but whatever it is they do (yammering, is what I call it) is extremely vocal and noisy
Malamutes are larger and can be more aggressive. The husky is freindlier to strangers. Both would be fine in a small house and big yard as long as they were well excercised. The husky would be your better bet for a jogging partner and neither one of them woould be a likely pick to go get your morning paper. Shedding would depend on the climate of where you live as their coats would become accustomed to it.
The Alaskan Malamute and the Siberian Husky are both Northern Breed dogs from the Working Group. Both breeds have similarities in coat colors and patterns. Both breeds were used for similar activities. The Alaskan Malamute being strong and powerful, was used to transport heavy loads for long distances. The Siberian Husky, being a more of a medium size, was used for pulling lighter loads a shorter distance at a moderate pace.
Both breeds are prey-driven and will go after small animals including cats, squirrels, birds, rabbits or any other creature that mistakenly gets into their territory. Both breeds do dig. They have been known to ruin many landscaping beds and to dig up small bushes and trees.
Both breeds are pack oriented and can be very destructive if left unattended for long periods of time without attention. Crate training is advisable.
Both breeds are born to run. Neither of these breeds should ever be left off leash to run in fields, woods, or neighborhoods. They will keep on running and will never come back. Many Alaskan Malamutes and Siberian Huskies have been picked up by local dog wardens who have found them running stray. Some of them are never claimed and end up in rescue organizations or euthanized due to overcrowding in local shelters.
Some of the differentiating characteristics are as follows:
The Alaskan Malamute is a heavy boned, powerful dog. The males weigh between 85 and 100 lbs and the females between 75 and 90 lbs. The eyes of the Alaskan Malamute are always brown. Their head is broad with ears set wide apart. Their tail is similar to a plume carried up and over their back. The Alaskan Malamute is known for being gender aggressive toward dogs of the same sex. They can also be food aggressive. They are very loving and affectionate dogs and carry a laid back attitude. They make good companions but are not guard dogs even though their size can be intimidating. Everyone is a friend to a Malamute. Malamutes enjoy hiking, backpacking, swimming, jogging and cuddling up with their owners. Malamutes are very intelligent and can be very stubborn. Unlike the Siberian Husky, the Malamute is not prone to fence jumping. If they are bored, they can easily dig themselves out of kennels or under fences. Lifespan 10-12 years.
The Siberian Husky is a medium sized, smaller boned dog. The males weigh between 50-70 lbs. And the females between 35-50 lbs. The Siberian Husky can have brown eyes, blue eyes, one of each or a split eye (one eye with two colors).
Their head is smaller and not as broad as the malamute with ears set high on their head and close together. Their tails are considered a fox brush shape and are carried in a sickle shape when alert and trailing when the dog is relaxed. The Siberian Husky does well in a pack situation. They do not have the gender aggression that is a characteristic of the malamute. They are, however, very high energy dogs that are very vocal. They are an intelligent breed with a stubborn streak. They are not a guard dog and not a "one-man" dog. Siberians require a lot of exercise and enjoy swimming, jogging hiking, and agility amongst other activities. The Siberian Husky can be an escape artist and is prone to fence jumping when left unattended for long periods of time. They have also been known to climb a chain line fence to escape. They do best is a 5' or 6' fenced yard. Life span 12-15 years.

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What is the best way to provide our cat with food and water during and international flight?

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Shawnie

I used a hamster water bottle for our flight over, but she was soaking wet when we landed. Food and water containers must attach to the crate. Any ideas?
I dread her having to make this flight! We have had her for 9 yrs. Leaving her in Japan is NOT an option!!

Answer
This link is all about pet travel...
http://www.pettravel.com/
It might have tips as well. Whatever you do, please don't sedate your cat, it can be deadly. How long is your trip? My daughter flew her cat in cabin on a four hour flight without food/water and he did just fine.
UPDATE: No worries, your kitty is going to be fine. I travel a lot and I've seen many small dogs in cabin traveling on an AirCanada flight from Hong Kong to Vancouver to Toronto, and those pets manage just fine. Yes I know I mentioned little dogs, however you can pretty much apply the same theory to cats traveling. You really should contact the airline you're traveling on and follow their pet policy procedure. Especially if it's an international flight because there is a lot of preparation involved along with red-tape prior to boarding your flight. The airline needs to be notified in advance that you're traveling with a pet or else your pet might not be able to board. Wishing your family including your fur-baby a safe and problem free flight. Don't be shy about asking questions and having those questions clarified to your satisfaction with the airline you purchased your ticket from.

What are some good things to do in Vancouver, BC from October to January ?

Bugsy

This probably isn't the ideal time to come but I may spend a semester there in few years time as part of my degree and that's the time I would be going. I'd be going to Simon Fraser if anyone has anything to say about the uni, too :)

Answer
'Worst time to come' would actually be a Jan-Mar duration; that's when the coldness of winter turn into long bleak days - the Christmas and New Years buzz worn off and spring/summer not even on the horizon yet. If the Lower Mainland is going to get snow it's usually from Jan-Mar; rarely do we get a white Christmas so you'd be avoiding the 'worst' weather.

During your time here best forecast sadly however his mostly cloudy or rain but the silver lining we still get brilliantly sunny warn autumn and winter days on occasion. You'll get to see the Pacific Rainforest climatic zone at work too, the seasons autumn [and spring] monsoons complete with heavy wind, rain, thunder, lightning... the festive blackouts also due to trees being blown over onto power lines.

It's still shorts and t-shirt weather til end of Sept, then the days start getting a slight chill in october; long pants and light jacket, doesn't start getting to freezing november but that's just overnight [can still be very warm the next day]... constant freezing temps starting in december and from then on into the new year.
(starting in march it gets good again, can do spring skiing in the mountains, and tan at a warm beach - for the hardier types all in the same hour wearing the same pair of shorts lol)

Luckily if you're the hardy westcoast outdoorsy type like so many out here, rain or slight chills doesn't in the slightest way effect the cycling, hiking, walking the seawall - just means fewer families, dog walkers and tourists so less crowded, that's a plus.

Vancouver lights-up per-Christmas and gets real pretty; if it rains badly just go underground to say Pacific Centre Mall, go to a Polar Bear Swim and participate in the insanity or just watch them as I do LOL. Clubs are still open, Stanley Park is still open, if you're into snow sports you really score [skating, skiing and boarding huge out here].

SFU is an awesome University fyi, you never hear about it on the news [so that means the campus is a very safe place to be, but still use city-smarts and exercise personal safety!]... an old girlfriend went there for Psychology, she always had good things to say.
Easily accessable by bus routes also; the bus that goes to SFU makes stops at all major transfer points so you can get to and from from most parts of Vancouver or suburbs easily.

Hope you enjoy it!

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how do i get pedigree papers for my puppy when i only have copies of her parents pedigree

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katt651

both her parents are registered with pedigree but she came with no papers of her own .cost me 700 dollars . can she be registered as a pedigree dog now or do the breeders have to do it. we live in brisbane QLD

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I know things are done a little different down under but if you contact the Australian National Kennel Club http://www.ankc.org.au/home/default.asp I am sure they will help you sort it all out.

Make sure you have the name and address of the breeder, the registered names of sire and dam and the date you purchased when you contact them.

Good luck

Additional information:
QUEENSLAND

Canine Control Council (Queensland)
PO Box 495
Fortitude Valley Qld 4006
Phone: (07) 3252 2661
Fax: (07) 3252 3864
Email: dogsqld@powerup.com.au
http://www.cccq.org.au/

what type of dog is this, i think it's really cute. ?

Jessica I.

hey, i was wondering what type of dog this is (link at end) because i think it's really cute and thinking of getting one. also , if you know what type this is could you maybe list were they are sold? i'm in australia xo http://twitpic.com/2gmakd

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Looks like a Shih tzu to me. Could possibly be a Lhasa Apso but hard to tell.

http://www.google.co.uk/imgres?imgurl=http://puppydogweb.com/gallery/shihtzus/shihtzu_brisbane.jpg&imgrefurl=http://puppydogweb.com/breeds/shihtzu.htm&usg=__xKh4Ln4pNf4FJVGTXiX3nx0oo7E=&h=326&w=350&sz=47&hl=en&start=0&zoom=1&tbnid=Ql-Y8vX3Xl5wBM:&tbnh=125&tbnw=126&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dshih%2Btzu%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26sa%3DN%26rlz%3D1T4SUNC_enGB378GB378%26biw%3D1345%26bih%3D532%26tbs%3Disch:10%2C67&um=1&itbs=1&iact=hc&vpx=714&vpy=220&dur=1076&hovh=217&hovw=233&tx=142&ty=157&ei=Vh9vTLebFYLq4Aax6fDzDA&oei=Vh9vTLebFYLq4Aax6fDzDA&esq=1&page=1&ndsp=15&ved=1t:429,r:11,s:0&biw=1345&bih=532

Look on the Kennel CLub website for some good quality pups

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What happened after Mark Hoffman forged The Salamander Letters in Utah in the mid-1980s?

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He was going to write the tadpole letters until on October 15, 1985, he first killed document collector Steven Christensen, the son of a locally prominent clothier. Later the same day, a second bomb killed Kathy Sheets, the wife of Christensen's former employer. As Hofmann had intended, police initially suspected that the bombings were related to the impending collapse of an investment business of which Kathy Sheets' husband, J. Gary Sheets, was the principal and Christensen his protégé. The following day, Hofmann himself was severely injured when a bomb exploded in his car. Although police quickly focused on Hofmann as the suspect in the bombings, some of Hofmann's business associates went into hiding, fearing they might also become victims.

Hofmann was arrested for murder and forgery in February 1986. In January 1987, he pled guilty to second-degree murder and theft-by-deception to avoid the death penalty, confessing his forgeries in open court. In January 1988, he was sentenced to life in prison.

In 1988, before the Utah Board of Pardons, Hofmann confessed that he thought planting the bomb that killed Kathy Sheets was "almost a game⦠at the time I made the bomb, my thoughts were that it didn't matter if it was Mrs. Sheets, a child, a dog⦠whoever" was killed. Within the hour the parole board, impressed by Hofmann's "callous disregard for human life" decided that he would indeed serve his "natural life in prison."

Last nights episode of Jon and kate plus 8?

Q. what did you think? Is it getting worse? Do you think you might quit watching it or does all of this make it even more interesting?

Answer
I think I'm pretty much done with the show.

I think it's clear Jon wants to be done with the program, go back to his 9-to-5 IT job, and live something resembling his old normal life. I honestly can't see how they're going to be able to work out whatever problems they're having while they're still doing the show - and even if they quit today, the paparazzi will still be around for months afterwards. Just in case.

So now they're basically separated, just living in the same house but not at the same time. If Kate's out, Jon's home, if Kate's home, Jon's out. Yeah, and that doesn't seems awkward at all, now does it?

Especially with Jon being gone during Kate's birthday. What the heck? His trip to Utah HAD to be right during that time, and then he just happened to be scheduled to work with handicapped kids who want to go skiing or snow boarding? Yeah, that had "desperate production crew" scribbled all over it. Talk about throwing the dog a bone...

And the trip to Charm City Cakes was just disgusting. No, not because of the way the kids decorated their cakes. That was cute. But the whole trip seemed like a badly orchestrated way of cross-promoting the two shows. Yeah, the wife and I like Ace Of Cakes too but come on, this was just bad. Like 'Scooby Doo meets the Globetrotters' bad.

At this rate, they're going to end up having Cara and Mady do a cameo on The Hills or something...

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Trying to crate train my dog for nearly a year?

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KrisA

My dog was in a rescue shelter for three years before we got him in December. Now, eight months later, he still pees and poops in his crate while we're gone (about 8 1/2 hours.) He doesn't go while we're there. The crate is just big enough for him to turn around, as recommended in most crate training guides. Please, can someone help?

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1 - The crate should never be used for punishment. That is the fastest way to guarantee your pup will hate the crate. Remember that fact when you are tempted to force the pup in the crate when you are upset with him/her for making a pile, puddle or tearing up something. Remember when the pup does behavior like that, you failed to keep close enough watch on the pup. 2 - The crate should be large enough that when your dog is grown there will be room to sit, stand, turn around and stretch out fully.You may want to get a smaller crate for when she is a pup or get a crate that comes with a partition to block off a small area for the pup. Don't allow him room enough to turn a corner of the crate into a toilet. 3 - The crate should be an inviting place. Dogs are den animals, they like a den to call their own. It is their safe place, where they go to chill out, to take a nap. Or to get away from something that may be scares them a little, like the vacuum, thunder or arguing humans. Some dogs like a blanket or large towel draped over their crate to give it that cave effect. Keep the crate with the family,not stuck in the basement or garage. Dogs are pack animals and her family is now her pack. While the pup is being house trained do not use a thick absorbent pad for the bottom of the crate. You don't want something that will easily soak up all the pee. Maybe just use a towel at first. When the pup is no longer eliminating in his crate then you can put in more comfortable bedding. Most dogs like a blanket as they can bumble it up, do their nesting. Put a good chew toy in the crate. One they can not get chunks off. Put a couple of treats in the crate, make it inviting. Praise the pup for going in. 4 - Lure your pup into his crate, do not push him in. Forcing her in could cause a dislike of the crate as it will be a negative experience. After the pup has went in and out of the crate a few times and seems okay with it, not apprehensive, you can close the door when she goes in. Leave it closed, with you in the room, for about 10 minutes. Open the door when the pup is not whining. If he starts whining, wait for the whining to stop before you open the door. If you let her out while protesting you will quickly teach "whine and you come out". Not the message you want to send. As the pup gets used to the 10 minutes add another 10, and so on. When the pup is comfortable with short stays in the crate start leaving the room for short intervals 5 - While being house trained your pup should not have the run of the house. The pup should either be right with you so you can see what he is doing or crated. Some people leash the pup to them.If you are in the kitchen and the pup is in the front room, don't blame the pup for that pile or puddle you find. You were not watching close enough. Put the pup where she can not see you and clean up the mess with an enzyme cleaner. If the pup sees you cleaning the mess it will give the idea that is your job. It's okay if they see you pick up outside, but not inside. The enzyme cleaners eliminate the odor, not cover it up. You want to eliminate the smell. You can't cover it to where the dog can't smell it. Just because you can't smell it doesn't mean the dog can't. 6 - As you, and the pup, progresses make sure you use the crate some when you are home, not just when leaving the house. When you do have to leave give the pup a good long walk so she can do the deeds then have him go in the crate about 10 minutes before you go. Do not do long good-byes, reassuring the pup she will be okay. It will have the reverse effect telling the pup something is wrong. When you come home, no big immediate greeting. Ignore the pup for 10 minutes before letting him out. You don't want the pup thinking your coming and going is a big deal. 7 - To help reinforce that the crate is a good experience feed the pup her meals in the crate. Be sensitive to the pups needs, don't leave him in the crate longer than that little bladder can be controlled. At night you will have to get up and take the pup out. They can only hold their bladder for roughly 1 hour for each month of age. A 3 month old pup can hold herself roughly 3 hours. Rule of thumb, some maybe a little longer, some maybe a little less. The smaller the breed, the smaller the bladder. Do not leave the pup longer than he can wait, then be upset because there is a mess. Your fault, not the pups. 8 - Teach your pup a verbal command for getting in the crate. You pick how involved you want the command to be. Remember to when
giving a command, any command, preface it with the pups name. Do not repeat commands. That gives your dog the choice of when to respond. When she goes in give a treat and praise. 9 - Do not leave toys in the crate they can chunk pieces off and choke on. Remember rawhides are choke hazards, if you allow them do not leave the pup unattended with them. Remove your dogs collar while crated.

How do i crate train a dog? and exactly what is it?

somebody

Im thinking about getting a maltese. i seen articles about it but if i crate train a puppy does that mean he will only pee outside or just anywhere outside the crate. like if i let him out the crate and sit on my bed, is he going to pee on it.

o and ladies what would you do if you saw a man with a maltese

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- get a cage that the dog, when full grown, can comfortably lie down in but partition it smaller for the young pup (there should only be enough room to stand up and turn around or the dog will use a corner for the bathroom)
- For your pup, give a dog biscuit every time you put him in and give a command such as "kennel!"
- Feed in the cage and immediately take him outside when finished - watch him - and praise profusely when he goes
For such a youngster, don't expect him to hold more then three hours (longer and you may train the dog to go in the cage) - after six months, they should be able to hold all night

The keys are making the crate a fun place , not leaving him in too long, and WATCHING him when left outside so he can be praised the instant he squats

i would think nothing if i saw a man with a maltese

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Recently moved to a new home, how do I stop dog from pooping inside?

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We recently moved to a new home. Our dog (5 yrs old) is previously house broken, but now she keeps pooping in the living room. She has a dog door and goes outside frequently. I have a carpet cleaner which I use on the area after she goes to remove any odors. She only goes when we are gone for an hour to the store or when everyone is sleeping. I'm not sure what else to do. Does anyone have any suggestions?

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House breaking 101 again!

Relax, this is pretty common when dogs move into a new environment. You need to remind her about being house broken. To keep her from defecating when you are gone/asleep it is in your best interest to use a crate for assistance.

Good luck!

How to potty train a dog without using a crate?

Rena Fermi

Ok so I want to potty train my puppy girl so my mom won't sell it but I don't want to use a crate and pee pads, I want to take it outside to pee or let it pee on the newspaper! Please answer!!!

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The best method for training ANYTHING is Positive Reinforcement (+R) +R uses Praise and Treats or Praise and a special toy that is ONLY used for training. When your pup or dog does a behavior you want them to do...such as going potty when you have taken them outside, YOU Praise and Treat them the moment they have finished going potty. You can even SAY..."Oh GOOD DOG!" the moment they squat and START to go potty. Of course if your pup is a little shy, don't yell out the praise, tone it down a little and sound very happy, proud of your smart little pup, just not too loud. If your pup is quite "full of himself" a real "happy-happy, joy-joy personality, you can be a bit more excited without scaring the pup or dog.

If you want to really set your young pup up for success, YOU initiate trips outside to start, till they advance enough to learn to âtell you.â I suggest with pups 8 to 12 weeks of age that they be given a chance to go out every time they transition from one activity to another.

This means: they wake upâ¦.go out, eatâ¦go out, playâ¦.go out, take a nap and wake up againâ¦you got itâ¦they go out! Young puppiesâ bodies are not developed enough to hold it, but a short time.

THE FORMULA: number of months old + 1 hour is about how long your pup
MIGHT successfully âhold it.â (3 month old puppy + 1 hr = 4 hours MIGHT HOLD IT)

This does not mean that an older dog can keep from having an accident for over eight, ten or twelve hours. A dog/puppy/for that matter, anyone, drinking a healthy amount of water and eating a healthy amount of food, will need to GO POTTY in a reasonable time frame. How long can YOU hold it, if you are drinking and eating normal, healthy amounts? I would bet youâd want to visit a bathroom for something during an eight hour time period!

The Formula is merely a guideline as to the development of your puppyâs body ability. Itâs not written in stone. If you are crate training your pup, it gives you a reasonable time
frame to consider if you or someone needs to visit the pup during the workday for a mid-day potty break or two.

Crates, Baby Gates and a Tether are just tools to help you and help set your dog up for success. The Baby Gate can keep your puppy contained in a puppy proofed safe room with an easy to clean floor. The crate is NOT a punishment, but is supposed to be your puppy's own personal place to sleep or be safely contained when you need to be away from home for a few hours. The Tether is what you can attach to yourself and your puppy so that you are totally aware of where the pup is and can easily look up and check on what the puppy is doing at any given time.

If you allow an untrained puppy or dog to run loose in the house without CONSTANTLY watching it, you WILL have accidents, they can't help it. So, that is why we take advantage of "tools" to help set the puppy up for success in NOT having accidents all over the house.

You don't HAVE TO use a crate, but using one helps you to keep your puppy or dog from having accidents when you must be gone from the house. That's all.

A copy of POTTY 101 is listed in my source below, it's what I give my clients for House Training. Small change..do not use garlic on anything any time, it can build up to toxic levels with dogs. I'm in the process of updating this document.

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How long is okay to leave a small dog at home in apartment alone?

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bluecheese

What dogs do best when left alone at home in a small apartment? Or is this even possible? I do a 9 to 5 and wouldn't be able to be with the dog.

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If they are a puppy, you have to be there every hour to let them out to pee, at least.If it is an adult dog, they really shouldn't alone for more than 3 hours.You could turn on the tv and/or radio to make your dog feel less alone, and give him/her a good view of out side if he/she is in a crate.Just make sure she has water, toys, a nice place to sleep, and you can even train it on doggie pads so you don't need to take her out.If you dont want to spend money on doggy pads, you can leave her alone for a few hours in the morning, and take her out on lunch break.You could also, as the other poster mentioned, get a dog watcher/sitter.You can just hire a neighborhood kid to walk her twice a day at certain times, like if you take her out before you leave an right when you get back, then ask them to take out your dog at 11 am and 2:30.And you can also ask her to stay with the dog for about an hour or something, just offer them like $10 each day.You very well could just get a friend for your dog and supply them toys, a bed, and pee pads, so you wont have to worry about them at all.Well, i hope that gives you some ideas.Good luck!

How do i make my 3 male dogs to get along?

darksifer

Hi everyone. i have a normal dog (5 years old now). i dont know the breed. after 1 year i got another. its a mixed german shepherd(sure) and a terrier(not so sure). he is 4years old now. today i got a Rotweiller from a friend. The Rott is 10 months old. can some one advice me on how to make the dogs get along. The Rott is not aggressive toward the 2 others. The Rott wants only to play with them. the Other 2 are aggressive. thanks in advance
the other 2 are not aggressive. its the arrival of the Rott that made them aggressive. i think this is to mark their territory. yeah i separated the Rott for the time being. just want some tips and advice to make the dogs get along quicker.

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Your hire an animal trainer to teach you what to do.

Until then, crate the rottie. Don't let him into the other dogs spaces. So if one of the two older ones has a spot they always sleep in? Don't let the new dog sleep there. Train the rottie to always pay attention to you.

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