Friday, July 6, 2012

Dog Health Questions: Dog` Training???

I'm getting a wire fox terrier next week. Does anyone have advice on training a 3.5 month old puppy.

Also, I was told it has an over bite....is this something to be concerned about?

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Not to worry about an over bite. It only means he can't be shown in breed competition and he should not be bred. That could be carried on to his off spring. Lucky for him a much happier and healthier life.

As far as training, I guess you mean housebreaking and crate training is the best for that. At his age he will be teething like crazy so make sure you have chew toys for him, and don't let him bite on you or anyone else! That's a very bad habit, so nip that in the bud asap if he wants to start. His gums will be sore so before you get him home get some washcloths and soak then in water or chicken broth, wring them out and freeze them. This is a great puppy pacifier. So when he starts chewing take one out and give one to him. All the best you're in for a lot of fun! Congrats;^)

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  • A wire hair fox terrier can be a real live wire!!

    I recommend that you take this dog to a training class. Look in your phone book for training schools in your area. Terriers are a handful and wire hairs are a double handful. The best thing to do is go to a class. The classes provide an opportunity for you to socialize your dog around other dogs and people. That alone will make for a better more well behaved pet. You will learn the skills you need to teach your new pup lots of things.

  • An over bite is just when the top teeth are a long way over the bottom teeth. It usually isnt a problem but a dental check at your local vets is probably a good idea.
    Foxies are very energitic and happy. I had a foxy, she died earlier this year, when she was a puppy she always needed something to do, i gave her plenty of toys and during summer I used to freeze in a small bottle beef stock in water and when I went to work I would stab holes in the bottle and put it in the sun, it was a great all day sucker which kept her cool and a great toy at the end.
    I started odebience classes with her when she was 4 months old and they taught me how to control her. Jumping up was the worst habit to break. If your puppy starts this everytime it jumps up, step towards it or lift your knee, and then ignore it. Keep doing this it will work eventually. If it comes up to you and doesnt jump up then praise.
    My biggest advice is take it to obedience classes they are well worth the money and time and its not only training but its also bonding with your dog.

  • i have a wire hair/chow mix. shes an awsome dog, good for you! i can HIGHLY reccomend petsmart for training. both the trainers at the one by me rock.

  • no an overbite is nothing to worry about this means her teeth are not straight take to puppy classes and then to obedience

  • You will love having this great breed. I rescued a wire fox terrier that was a year old and he has been quite a challenge but I wouldn't trade him for the world. Ripley is so happy to be in a loving home instead of in a cage. He is a joy. We had alot of obstacles but it was all worth it. The most important thing I have learned about training a Fox Terrier is to use love and rewards, not punishment. Best of luck to you and your new baby!

  • Teach her basic commands, and she will make a great dog. Don't worry about the over bite, it is normal, especially in terriers.

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