Dog Health Questions: I need some dog tips.?

I have a Lab/Chow mix. He's a little over a year old now. My issue is that i'm beginning to think he's untrainable. here's a list of things he does that i havent found a successful way in teaching him not to.

gets in the garbage
pees in his cage
whines in his cage
chews up his pillow
barks all the time late at night when he's outside
gets into EVERYTHING
gets food of tables and counters

now, i watch a lot of different dog training shows and have read things on it, but nothing works. Ive tried shock collars, and a thing that emits a high pitched noise when he barks. he's immune to everything, i cant walk him at all. so if anyone has tips that have worked for them please let me know. im going crazy. i have to sneak into my own house late at night cause hell hear me and bark all night in his cage. its getting out of control.

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Have you actually attended any obedience classes or just watch TV shows?

Enroll in an obedience class, now. If you "can't walk him at all" then it's a safe bet that he's not getting nearly enough exercise. You have a high energy mix that needs several hours of intense exercise per day. Without that exercise he's going to channel that energy into the destructive behaviors you are describing.

Between obedience class, increased exercise and increased mental stimulation most of your problems will vanish on their own.

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• why can't you walk the dog??? if it is because you just don't have time... then there is no solution... a dog won't be happy being trapped in a cage.. i suggest you do the crate training all over again, try leaving it unlocked once the dog understands the meaning of crate (a crate should not be a form of punishment Ever...) .... he whines because the dog knows it will get attention try ignoring it... and dogs get scared of being outside by themselves i would suggest leaving him inside... his coat is too thick for shock collars to work... and honestly they are a horrible idea invented by people trying to rip off pet owners... dogs are not easy to deal with and need a lot of time... i suggest you walk the dog and re Do all the training from the start with sit stay down... and go to a pet store for obedience classes... if you can't do this then you should not own the dog


• EXERCISE!!! dogs, especially labs and chows need lots of exercise. If he are given a productive outlet for his energy, then he will be too tired to bark all night or destroy everything. don't keep him in his cage for more than a few hours during the day.
  
  If he chews his pillow, don't give him a pillow. Try getting him a hard rubber Kong (at most pet stores, the black ones are toughest) or a few nyla bones. THis will give him something to chew on.
  
  When he whines and barks does he do this when you are in the room with him? The peeing could be separation anxiety or maybe he just needs to go. Try limiting his water intake before crating him.
  
  To keep him from getting into stuff you can try purchasing some bitter apple spray, or simply keeping an eye on him. If you are persistent, he will eventually get the idea that you are going to stop him from getting into stuff and so he will not try. I cannot stress enough how much exercise can help with several of these problems. Try taking him to a dog park, playing with him in the yard, or going on walks. when walking him, be firm and persistent. use quick corrective snaps of the leash when he misbehaves and don't let him pull constantly. Good Luck!


• 1) Never leave a dog in a room with an open garbage can. Get a can with a lid, keep the can in a shut closet or bathroom.
  2) Take the dog out to pee often enough that he willnot have a chance to pee in hos crate.
  3) How long is this dog spending in his crate? Is the dog getting enough exercise? Is the dog being left alone too much? Dogs are social creatures, if your work, school or own social schedule does not give you enough time with the dog, you will always have a problem. If the dog has enough activity and stimulation, the dog will be tired and worn out and will be happy to sleep at night.
  4)Get rid of the pillow and the dog cannot chew it up. A healthy 1 year old dog does not need a pillow.
  5) If the dog is getting into everything, you are not spending enough time doing activities with the dog. Dogs are not stuffed toys. You have an active breed which needs walked for 1, 2 or 3 miles a day or other suitable exercise. The dog needs to be socialized and with people for at least half the day..
  6) Do not leave food on your table and counter . I do not know anyone who owns a lab and leaves food on the table and opened garbage cans around. Put the food away.
  
  I do not want to be rude. I believe you have good intentions. But I think you are the one who needs trained not the dog. Put the shock collar away. You do not have a consistent enough lifestyle and training program in place to use the shock collar effectively. See if there is a local rescue group in your time who might be able to work with.


• This is just all way to much to answer in one. I have alot to say but Ill sum it up as best as I can.
  Getting into the garbage and chewing his pillows - boredom can lead a dog into having destructive behavior. Play fetch with him, take him on a walk or run. He has all this bent up energy and has to release it some how and ripping through garbage and destroying pillows are great ways to waste energy for him. Remember a tired dog is a well behaved dog. Take the time each day to exhaust him by playing out back with him or taking him for walks or to a dog park.
  Pee's and whines in cage in his cage - the dog may feel abandoned and frightened when left in the crate you need to reasure the dog that his crate is a good place to be where he can seek settle not something he should dread being in. You need to not use the crate as place he goes to be punished for doing something bad.
  getting food off tables and counters - thats just bad training on your part. the dog has learned that this is a way to get yummy treats for free. you must never hand him treats or even his own food without him having to work for it to. something as simple as sit can go along way as long as he knows he must go through you first to get what he wants.
  barking at night - sign of boredom or the dog may feel stressed being alone. you need to teach the dog to be more independent and make sure you drain him of his energy.
  Email me or IM me on AIM if you have any further questions. Id be more than happy to help you through this.
  Email - srrapko@yahoo.com
  AIM - email me for my AIM screen name


• Do you know what the Dog Whisperer is? A TV show. There's this guy who has like a pack of 40 or so dogs and he is absolutely amazing in the way he handles them. The show is when he handles different cases of "baddoggieness" with other people. I would definitely watch his show and follow his advise. We have a dog called Annie and she is (or maybe, was) very wild. Couldn't train her. I followed this guy's advise and Annie is now a very well trained pooch. I'm not sure if he has a website; he probably does. Google it. I was amazed at the results

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Dog Health Questions: An Ideal dog for me to have..?

Ok:
I am out for 7+ plus on weekdays but would have someone once or twice to let it out and there would be another dog there, but this other dog does not like to play or snuggle etc but she is extremely friendly just timid and not lively or active.
4 hours on weekends but sometimes it would come with us
2 walks a day most day but sometimes it would just get one, maybe once a month it wouldn't get any. But this wouldn't often happen.
One that likes to play but not all the time, will play fetch for maybe between 5 Min's and 25 Min's before getting bored.
One that will also just sit and watch you or sit on your lap
A reasonably small dog but not Chihuahua size, bigger than that!One that enjoys walks and looks forward to going out but doesn't constantly crave it
One that will also run sometimes too
One that gets along great with people, children and other animals
Maybe likes swimming as we live near a river but not essential.
One that generally lives until at least 10
One that is reasonably easy to train and would like dog training classes
One that enjoys fuss and attention
One that will hopefully play with other dogs

Ok, If you name the breed I will do all the researching so no need to include info, the best answer will be theone I think most suited to my lifestyle one I have looked it up.

It doesn't need all the above points but most of them would be good :) If there are any above points it doesn't match please say. But still say the dog!

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I entered all of your criteria into a dog search engine that matches you to dogs that fit your lifestyle. All of the breeds listed below matched your criteria from between 96%-100%. The breeds at the top of the list are 100% and they percentage decreases as you go down the list. Hope this helps so that you can do research and find whats best for you.

The Shiba Inu listed under the 100% list I actually have personal experience with. They are a medium sized breed but not too large. They have a nice balance between play and rest.

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American Water Spaniel
Affenpinscher
Finnish Spitz
Harrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Shiba Inu
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Dachshund (Standard or Miniature)
Dalmation
Portuguese Water Dog
Pug
Scottish Terrier
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American Eskimo Dog (Miniature, Toy, or Standard)
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Basenji
97%
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
96%
Beagle

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• well from your answer it seems like you would want maybe an italian greyhound or a similar dog, whatever dog you pick, according to your schedule you should paper train it.
  
  I agree that a shitz-su would be great.


• Hi
  
  Based on your schedule, an older pup, or young adult would be a better fit than a new puppy.
  
  Breeds that come to mind
  
  French Bulldog - swimming could be an issue.
  Miniature Schnauzer
  Brussels Griffon
  
  Best of luck in finding your new friend,
  Rebel


• I would recommend a Maltese. But they are fragile. That might affect your decision since you have children. The rest fully describes my dog though.


• I would have to go with
  
  Golden Retriever, very friendly dogs with good energy.
  
  My female retriever only weighed 60 lbs.


• Golden Retriever


• a west highland terrier or cairn terrier


• If we could only have children with such standards!!


• English Springer Spaniel - meets most of your criteria. Mine loves to sit on our lap; medium sized; runs; is great with unfamiliar people, children & other dogs; loves the water; life span is 12-15; housebroken in 3 weeks.
  
  I would also recommend a female golden retriever. They are on the smaller size and fit your criteria.


• I'd go for a miniature poodle. They are very active and would appreciate a walk everyday. They are playful, too. They enjoy the outdoors. Poodles are very friendly dogs and are good with kids and other pets. Poodles are very athletic dogs. They were bred to hunt. They can also swim. They are the second smartest dog in the world, so they are very easy to train. They like having something to do, so they would enjoy dog training classes. They are friendly, so the like attention. They are good with other dogs.


• I really think a good match would be a Shih-Tzu...the only thing that doesn't match perfectly is the swimming part.
  I have one and he matches all of those catagories perfectly. If you don't like the long, flowy show hair version you can always keep them with a puppy cut (like mine) which is easier to mantain. He's never had any medical probelms either. He is pure bred.
  
  EDIT: We leave him at home about as much as you would and he hasn't gone to the restroom in the house since he was a little puppy. (He's 9yrs old now)
  
  Some of the dogs below do need to be walked and are anxioius to go on walks which doesn't seem to fit your criteria...but all are great dogs.
  
  EDIT:
  I was going to suggest a French Bulldog too but mine is SUPER anxious to go on walks, likes playing for hours then will go to sleep, they CAN NOT swim...they can drown if you let them try, he is nice to younger kids and older people but is hyper and almost knocks them down when they walk in the door. But they are ADORABLE when they go to sleep. They sleep like another person with you in the bed. They can have bad respiritory problems, they're very expensive and have gas/snore a lot...hah.
  
  I also agree that getting a puppy is not good for your life style...a dog 7-10 months or older would be best.

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Dog Health Questions: How to train my dog????!!!!!!!?

So...we got our dog from our grandma about 2 years ago and she was supposedly trained. She did fine for awhile.....occasionally chewing up things while ignoring her own toys...but in all she's done pretty well so far. But NOWW shes for some reason...well...going to the bathroom all over our floors. Everywhere. I don't know what to do with her since she HATES the rain and REFUSES to go outside when its even wet AFTER raining. Oh, and she hates snow. And it's mid-fall. It's almost winter! My mom is about ready to give her away and I REALLY don't want her to. SO.

1. any tips on what the heck I should do with her?! How do I "re-train" her; since I think we let the training lapse a little.

2. any good websites that can give me specifics?? I can't afford to buy a book, and I can never get to the library...so websites are good(: Thankkss

OH.

and it's not age. she's about 3 years old.

AND.

I'm super busy so I don't have hours to follow her around and watch and note everything she does...habits, etc. Plus it's hard because this is all on me. It's my dog. So I have to do everything with her, and I don't have infinite amounts of time to spend on super-dog-training her. haha so immediate ideas...please(:

THANK YOUUU!

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You seem to think training is a one time only thing and the dog is ok for life? No such luck. You need to be reinforcing all the training regularly.

Get the poor dog a rain coat, they make them. The thing wraps around the body of the dog and many have hoods, it helps calm a dog in bad weather.

If you can't afford to buy a book--why haven't you checked your local libraries? They have a pet section with dog training books. You can google 'housetraining a dog' very easily online yourself.

Super busy or not, you took on a dog, the dog is your responibility. MAKE time to play with her and be part of her life. She's not a stuffed toy.

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• A good way to learn about training your dog is to watch the dog whisperer he has good insight on animals and knows what hes doing. i learned how to train my puppy through him.
  
  show her the difference between the good and bad items to chew whenever you see something she has chewed pick it up lightly tap her nose with it while saying NO. then follow up by giving her one of her own toys and walking away. continue to do this until the dog stops chewing your items. it worked well with my 95 lb dog. and when she uses the restroom in the house put her nose in it tap it lightly say NO then follow up by walking her outside so she sees where she is supposed to be doing it. and if you have a kennel put her in that when you leave.


• You can take the dog outside and stay out there with it and say "Go potty" every so often and don't let it in until either A.) it actually does go potty or B.) after about, eh, 10 minutes, and the dog doesn't go potty and take it inside. If the dog continues use the house as it's toilet, spank it, tell it no, rub it's nose in it, say "bad dog" and "outside" and keep the dog outside until you either cleaned it up or you feel like the dog has been punished enough. Whether it's wet outside or not. the dog HAS to be put outside for punishment (or if it enjoys being outside, put the dog in it's crate), the dog HAS to know inside is BAD to relieve itself and outside is good to relieve itself.

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Dog Health Questions: My dog died.....is it my fault?

I couldnt keep my dog because of school, work and stress. I loved her very much, but on a few occasions I spanked her out of anger (when she ate my cell phone and pillows). After many dog training classes and a lot of money, I decided to give her to a family. They ended up not wanting her.

Long story short, I found someone else to take her (I didnt want to just surrender her to the humane association and never see her again. I selfishly wanted to stay in her life). Well, I found the perfect person for her, a retired man that lived near by. Well, she ended up jumping out of his car window, and she died when a car hit her.

I am so blaming myself right now......major guilt trip. I took stress out on her from my school/ job by yelling at her (and spanking her twice out of anger), the first family I found didnt want her, and now this.....any thoughts.

How do I live with this? I came from an abusive house-hold, and I fear I might end up like my parents.....I know it is a dog, but it was like being a parent, which I was not ready for. I enrolled in counseling after I spanked her and been reading anger management books....but can't get over the guilt of this tragedy.....help....does this make me a bad person?

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It is not your fault.

It wasn't right for you to get a dog when it sounds like you're very busy, but you tried to do the right thing. A lot of people would have just kept the dog and neglected her, you did the right thing when you realized that you couldn't care for her and tried to find her a better home.

What happened to her is very sad and unfortunate, but you won't get anywhere by blaming yourself.

We all take stress out on our dogs once in a while. We're busy or stressed out, and our pet wants something. Our pets don't understand that we're busy and can't spend our time on them, and they just want some attention. It's not right, but just like snapping at your friends and family sometimes--it's hard not to do.

You should definitely learn from this. When you buy a dog, you're accepting enormous responsibility. Your dog can't take him/herself for a walk, can't feed him/herself, etc.

You've made mistakes, but the fact that you are worried about it, and how you behaved after you realized that you can't care for your dog makes you a GOOD person. You made an initial wrong choice, but the right choices after that. I'm currently on my third dog (had dogs since I was 8, 24 now), and this is the first dog that I make a serious effort to treat right. I've always loved my dogs, but haven't always been able to do the right thing when stressed out or when the dog misbehaves. Sadly, it takes experience (or I suppose parents that know how to do it right AND know how to teach you to do the same). Learning to raise a dog right is like learning to get a relationship right--you'll fail a few times (or sometimes many times) before you learn to do things right.

It's good that you enrolled in counseling, that was the right choice too. If you're afraid that you may have anger or self-control problems, it's best to see a psychologist. You're being proactive about the problem rather than just hoping.

Like anyone, you've made mistakes, but you're not a bad person. Learn from your mistakes, and put your whole heart and soul into making the most of your therapy--it can help a lot if you work on it.

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• hun i am sorry to hear about the dog but she wasnt yours anymore..the other guy is responsible for his actions. dont make it hard on yourslef. at least you did your best.
  
  mourn her but dont get drpessed when u can handle a dog again get another one.


• I'm sorry for your loss, but please don't blame yourself. I really think you done the best you can do. It was just her time to go. Don't blame yourself, good luck.


• u should not have a dog if u cant handle ur stress that dog had no fault in ur school and work stress
  if u werent ready for it y get one


• it's not your fault
  
  ps you should never have the window down so far the dog can get out


• Of course you're not a bad person. You wanted the very best for your baby girl. Taking our frustrations out on the nearest person or animal is human nature, but how far it goes is within your hands. If you've learned from this incident, then you will know what to do next. Guilt and blame are things we feel whenever we lose any animals to rainbow bridge. We all feel those, you are not alone! Sadness is what really sets in first, then the guilt. All the shoulda, coulda, woulda thoughts don't do a bit of good for our sanity all it does is stress us out more. There is nothing you can do to bring her back. You put her in good hands, although he made a bad decision, therefore having nothing to do with you. Say to yourself I did the right thing for her, and then tell yourself you have done everything in your power to make the situation better. Don't babble over the petty things, thinking and rethinking about spanking her will only make you more upset. It's over. Don't dwell on negative, guilty feelings; they lead to inappropriate levels of shame and self-loathing. Recognize that nobody's perfect and we all make mistakes, and this is one you will not repeat. Engage in activities that are positive and affirming, and where you have opportunities to do good; allow yourself to see how the same mistake that made you feel guilty has now resulted in your being a better, more conscientious person.


• If any of us reading what you wrote think we can throw stones at you because we have never made a mistake.....
  
  I carry guilt over how I treated some of my animals when I was very young, 30 years ago.
  
  The way I deal with it is to rescue/adopt and foster.
  
  The way you need to deal with it is a personal decision.
  
  I would suggest more counseling and find an 'out' for your guilt.
  
  I will not tell say you should not feel guilty. Just find a way to let it out.


• You feel guilty for spanking your dog, but you didn't cause it's death. My brother had a dog I gave him for 6 years. He loved him to death. Last summer he took him up north on vacation. His dog was in the back seat and rolled his head up in the window when he stepped on the arm rest. My brother felt so bad. His wonderful dog died on his way to a vacation. I am sure you did what was write for your pet. And I am so sorry for your loss.


• Hi
  
  Sounds like you have probably learned from your experiences. You will likely make a Great dog owner in the future, when the circumstances are right. Trying to do what you felt best for the dog, is a good attribute, but doing so to keep the dog in your life is selfish. The fact that the dog jumped out the window, is not your fault.
  
  In the meantime, perhaps you can help to educate others. Maybe even volunteer some of your time at a shelter. It's a learning experience.
  
  Best of luck,
  Rebel

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Dog Health Questions: Dog barking help?

i got my dog almost 3years ago. she had really bad seperation axiety for a long time. she has since gotten a lot better. she no longer cries/barks in the kennel and can be left home alone for short periods (less than 3hours) without supervision. i have her in dog training but its more for the basics (sit/stay etc) the only problem she really has now that annoys me to no end is when people come over and knock on the door and come in. she barks for about 30 seconds-1min like im getting ax murdered. she will even bark with me standing right in front of her and i knock on the wall....all the people that come she knows. she will bark from the kennel, she will bark thru the bark collar, she will bark even if we prepare her that someone is coming (like opening the door a crack.) nothing i have done in 3years helps. any suggestions?

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Learn how to work with a reactive dog (that's what you have). Your training instructor should be able to help you with this and any other issues your dog may have. If not, you may want to find someone more qualified. You may want to check out this website for fearful dogs (fearful and reactive dogs often have the same types of behaviors and both can be managed similarly). It has a wealth of information and links, recommended reading, etc.
And lose the bark collar - it's probably doing more harm than good.
Best wishes.

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• Watche the dog whisperer! I have the same problem with my dog and his suggestion and he even showed with a dog, is to put your dog on a leash. Have someone come to you front door and ring the doorbell. Open the door with your dog on a leash and let them smell the person until they get bored. Then go about what you were doing. Do this every time and your dog will start to realize that you are in charge. It's okay for them to bark once or twice but then should know to stop. Good luck!

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Dog Health Questions: Is it bad to leave dog food down all the time?

My dog doesn't always eat all his food but he comes back later to finish it. I watch dog training shows and apparently you should take their food up after just 30 minutes but my dog wouldn't have touched it. He's house trained so it doesn't matter about that and I do feed him at a routine time everyday but I don't know if I should be leaving it down for him to pick at it or not? He loses weight easily so I don't want to risk that.

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i feed my dogs at a schedualed time and they eat all their food up right away. Some people like to allow their dogs to free feed. I would say that is your dog is the only dog in the house it is fine to leave it out and allow him to come back to it, especially if he has a hard time keeping his weight. Make sure that you are still measuring his daily food intake and that you are not laving it out to spoil. Kibble will not spoil if it is left in a bowl but a raw diet or canned food can if it gts warm. (so can kibble that is moistened)

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• It's not too bad but I wouldn't recommend it for the following reasons...
  -imbalanced diet
  -food may become bug infested
  -may get bad just sitting out all day
  -dog may have more poo than usual.
  
  What I did was take the food out and the whether the dog finishes it or not, I remove it and bring it back out at dinner time. Dogs eating whenever they want is like humans eating a big plate of food and they leave the plate and come back to eat some more and come back to eat some more which makes them snack on that one plate of food all day. My mom would give us food and whether we finished or not, she would put it in the microwave until next mealtime. For your dog, it helps you keep track of how much he eats and schedule his eating time.


• Free feeding is okay in some instances, where a dog isn't a gobbler when it comes to food. Its okay if you leave one serving down, but don't constantly be filling the bowl up all day. But if you did decide to pick it up before your dog eats it, she will get hungry enough that the next day she would probably dive right in and eat it all.


• my dog always has food available to her.i measure out w/a measuring cup and place it in a water bottle.1/8 cup of dry dog food(different brands/flavors)in a water bottle.my dog rarely ever over eats so it's not a major issue.her weight is monitored monthly.i also offer can food at least 2-3 times a day.


• I dont and wouldnt do it for a number of reasons.
  
  what if he gets sick, you never know the last time he ate. And this can be many problems.
  What if you need to know how much he ate? you wont ever know the exact amount he eats a day.
  over feeding is a major issue as well.
  
  A dog will NOT starve themselves. It may take a few days for your dog to relize that food is only down for 15mins 2 times a day and thats it. But he will catch on soon enough. I hate the idea of free feeding.


• You are taking a chance that ants or flies could get into the food. You could try feeding him twice a day. If that doesn't work, leave the food down, but make sure it is fresh and bug free.


• it's not bad . but if you do leave food there then only put a little bit in at a time .


• A lot of people will tell you it is wrong but I have free fed for many many years & all is fine (except I think I feed more birds than dogs).

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Dog Health Questions: Is this the dog i should get?

Okay i was wondering if a border collie would be a good dog for me to get? alright i live in a very rural area of southern indiana in the foot hills on 250 acres. I have 2 italian greyhounds and a golden retriever mix. My mom works at home so there would be some one there most of the time. we have 3 large lakes on my property. also if you know me you will know that before i get a dog i always do at least 5 months of research in both books and online! also i have more dog training and trick books than any child or adult i know! i have ducks that the border collie can herd as long as it doesn't hurt them. I do not live by any roads and do not have any neighbors so the dog would be able to run free without being restrained as do my other 3 dogs. i feed high quality origen dog food. I am willing to take this dog to the vet and dog classes( i have taken all of my previous dogs to dog classes). i have lots of time to spend with him besides when i go to school but then while i am gone my mom can play with him. keep in mind that although i am a kid i am highly intelligent and have had hands on dog training classes and used to have a border collie Shepherd mix but i had to get rid of her because when i got her we had to move unexpectedly and git rid of her and then i lived in the city and now i know that is not the place for a bc. i will play with her a lot and take it for walks around my property. also this dog will not be pent up in a crate all day like most dogs, this dog will be outdoors with my other dogs most of the day but she will be allowed inside whenever she wants and will be allowed to get fresh food and water. but she will be let in at night to keep her away from the wolves and cougars . also i promise that i will get this dog from a good breeder and not a pet store or a backyard breeder because i am strongly against that! i need to get a dog that is friendly to both people and dogs and that will be very playful and willing to learn! and i would love to have a dog that will actually catch the frisbees and balls and doesn't just retrieve them haha!!!thank you and please give me your advice and thinking because i value your opinion.

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Border Collies are great, we used to have them as working dogs on our 300 acre farm in England. But they are highly intelligent with limitless stamina and are apt to roam, especially the males if not neutered. She could soon be exploring beyond your boundaries and night safety from wildlife may not be sufficient even though you have other dogs too. Perhaps you could join a local dog agility group?

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• SOUNDS GREAT TO ME :D


• Go for it! have fun with your new puppy its sounds like that is the kind of dog you should get have fun! :D


• You sound dead set on a BC, no matter what people tell you, you are going to get one anyway. Get one from pet lines with a mellow temperament or adopt an adult with a set temperament that you like. And set aside at least 5hrs every single day to do an activity focusing only on the BC, the others can be included but it is for the BC. Make sure you give the dog direction even when you are not home, they need to be simulated and entertained.ex kong
  And take the warnings on dogbreedinfo seriously, because if your going through a breeder and getting a puppy you are probably going to experience some of those bad things. One way to eliminate that risk is to adopt or buy an older dog after you get to know him a little.


• Same question THREE times! WHY? You shouldn't be doing any herding without training with a professional sheepdog trainer. My sheepdog trainer has a nice dog for sale, an 8 month old who has been started on sheep. I believe that he wants around $3500.00 for her. Respond to this e-mail and I will give you the info. You never teach a BC to fetch balls or frisbees, that is obsessive behavior and shouldn't be tolerated. My trainer charges $500.00 a month for in house training, and $50.00 and hour for lessons.


• A Border Collie is fine, but you being a kid cannot legally purchase a dog, so your parents would have to do it. So long as your parents are fine with having another dog, then that's fine.

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Dog Health Questions: Okay. can't have a dog, but i'd still like to train and care for one besides our other dog?

I LOVE DOGS especially smaller ones. but im not allowed to have one. id like to be able to walk dogs, train, and care for tem. but my street is busy. is a dog daycare okay? im 12 how much would it cost, and wat would i need?

What Is The Best Approach To Dog Training?

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Why not volunteer with an animal rescue centre?
In England (sorry, not sure where you are!) the RSPCA are always looking for people to help out, a lot of dog walking, cleaning kennels, interacting with the animals, etc.
I volunteered with them for a few years when I was 17 and I loved it, I only did it every 2 weeks due to other commitments, but it was really nice to know I was giving the animals something they didn't have prior to being rescued.

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• Unfortunately you are much too young to open a doggy day care, it would require a permit from the area where you live, lots of liability insurance, health inspections, etc.
  
  Have you considered doing some volunteer work at one of the shelters? They have a great need as the more people there working with the dogs the sooner they become socialized enough to be placed in new forever homes.


• Maybe you could join/ask a 4H club and ask them. I know i was in one and i have alot of dog handling books and training books. But maybe a poster to advertise your 'daycare' or you could go around asking your neighbors.


• Certainly look into volunteering. It is very rewarding and you get the chance to scope the exact breed that you'll want when you're older and can have one. Good luck.


• If your not allowed to have dogs, then there is no way you will be able to have a doggy daycare.
  
  Offer to help out at your local animal shelter.

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Dog Health Questions: I need specific dog training help!?

I have 2male dogs: (A) 1 year and (B) 8 month old, I need help training them (my house doesnt show consistent obidence) I think ive established dominace (with lots of love and atention) they follow me everywhere, (A) has a playful jumping nibling habit, but his frist reaction is always a lite bit i worry he might become agressive one day, he also barks constantly when we ignor, say no or put him outside, he has also become slightly agressive jeulos with (B) when it comes to my affection. Hes pretty confused because my bros are too mean with him and my dad spoils him. (B) is more shy, he was isolated as a pup he but he is improving slowly althought he goes through trash like crazy! I want them to socialize them like brothers but my bros keep favouring (b) infornt of (a), I treat them equally always showing affection to them as a whole, but how can i reinforce them to be together and fix everything else ive mentioned? many thanks :)

Which One of These Four Dog Training Mistakes are You Making?

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Your household has to be consistent with the training you are doing with the dogs - even your brothers and your dad.

With dog A - do not allow the jumping or nipping even if it is playful. You have to establish what is acceptable and what is not - not gray areas. When dog A is getting a little too rough during play and starts to nip - The best thing to do is yell OUCH!!! in a high pitched voice, immediately get up and walk out of the room, giving dog A no attention. 30-60 seconds later, go back into the room and resume in play, but if this happens again - yelp and walk out.

Jumping? Turn your back to the dog and fold your arms - ignore your dog until they are sitting or all four paws are on the floor. Do not give him any attention until the jumping stops. Remember dogs jump for a number of reasons - play, attention, greeting, because you allow it.

When your dog is sitting nicely (instead of jumping) giving the reward of your praise and belly rubs.

Dog B - is just a puppy and is trying to find his place in the household. As for the trash digging - when you catch him in the trash - use a short, sharp noise "EH EH EH!" make it loud. It will instantly get his attention and time for you to redirect him. Put the lid on the trash or put it out of reach of dog B. After using the "EH EH EH" reward your dog for coming to you - treat him.

I would reccommend training classes - they provide good dog to dog socialization with unfamiliar dogs, not just everyday dog A. It is fun and will give your dogs something to focus on. But your family and household has to work together for the training to work. Patients and being consistent is Key.

Good Luck!

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• well it doesnt sound like anybody in the house has the dominance except the dogs you should walk them together make them eat together (b) needs to be better socialized take them to a obedience class


• it's really tough training a dog, especially in your case, they're 'dogS'. anyway, try visiting www.dogtime.com for details on training.
  
  goodluck!


• No dog is born with good manners. Pooping on the carpet, leaping enthusiastically onto guests, pulling so hard he practically yanks your arm out of the socket when on walks--that's all perfectly acceptable in the canine world. It's up to you to teach your dog to behave the way we humans want him to. Not training your dog and expecting him to be pleasant to live with is like never sending your child to school and expecting him to ace the SATs.
  
  here are some guidelines:
  http://dogtime.com/training.html


• Firstly it doesn't sound like your dominant to me.
  
  Best advice is buy a good dog training book. That will have basic rules like dogs always eating after human, never give them scraps from the table etc etc. These rules are to show your dog they are at the bottom of the hierarchy. Love and attention although important does not establish pack leader. If anything your showing them they are in charge and that way you will never have full control of your dogs.
  
  Consistency is very important with dogs too. Bad behaved/aggressive dogs are usually confused about where they fit into the pack hierarchy so it's important to get all your family to follow the same rules. A book will explain all this far better than i can.


• The beasts are completely spoiled & *UNTRAINED* because *you* are an ignorant incapable child


• You really need training help. The worst thing for a dog, besides abuse is inconsistent handling and being a shy dog to start with and then having other people treat him in different ways does not help the dog learn what it is expected of him. This is not a dominance issue so stop worrying about it, start training, not managing. You have a dog that lacks confidence and if you learn how to help a dog build up its confidence many of the behavioral issues you're dealing with will decrease. You need to understand how dogs learn new behaviors. You should understand about counter conditioning, desensitization and classical conditioning. Find a class, read some books. This site has info to help.
  
  www.fearfuldogs.com

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training help please?

I have a 11 month old male puggle(or beagle pug mix) He is a rescue and i don't know much about his background besides he lived in a puppy mill with 9 other dogs in 1 cage. Well we finally got him leash trained by using a no tug harness. Its helped a lot and its not as embarrassing walking him down the street with him pulling me... There is one thing that still embarrasses me. When we walk him and a dog walkes by he pulls, howls, and his back hair stands up. He has had socialization with dogs before but hes only been off leash and played with 1. What can be causing this behavior? And what can i do to stop it? O yeah and we got him when he was 9 weeks old. He was taken out of the puppy mill early and had to have a sareget mother for a couple of weeks. can this be the reason?

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i think you should just vacum him up with a vacum lol i love jacksons wrinkles

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• His upbringing before you got him could be a part of the problem. Also, many dogs are just leash aggressive, so when you take them off the leash they are friendly to other dogs, but on the leash it's a whole different story.
  
  Either way, taking him out to dog parks where he can socialize and play with other dogs is often the best way to get him over his aggression. This might take time and patience on your part, but eventually he should get used to other dogs and even learn to like being around them, both on and off leash.
  
  And don't be embarrassed! Dogs are dogs, and anyone who has a dog knows they can all have their quirks!
  
  Good luck!!


• The most likely cause of this is your pups lack of confidence. A very effictive way to handle this is to distract your puppy when a dog is passing by. It helps to teach your puppy to sit. Distract him with treats. I did this with my beagle and it worked great! I got this from professional dog trainer Victoria Stelwell in Animal Planet's Its Me or the Dog. Its a very helpful show that helps dogs behave better. Goodluck! => Try this its very effective.


• There are several different methods for dealing with leash aggression. The prong collar/correction method is doing wonders for my dog, but your dog may not respond to that particular method. When a dog is scared he enters a fight or flight mode. The leash is preventing the flight, so he does the only thing he can which is let the other dog know that he is prepared to fight if that dog were to approach him. Setting him loose in a dog park is not going to address the issue. It could actually cause more trouble than you anticipated- your dog may start a fight, or a more dominant dog may target him when he senses that your dog is fearful. Consult a behaviorist to find out what's going to work for your dog.


• Obedience training is the foundation for establishing a better relationship between you and your dog. Obedience training helps establish the owner in the role of "pack leader". Obedience will lay down clear behavior guidelines that your dog can follow. A well-behaved, obedient dog is more than just a pet of pride. The difference lies largely in the training, and good training can save a dog's life.
  
  These articles will give you tips about how to best train your dog.
  
  Dog Training - http://www.dog-pound.net/dog-training.ht…
  
  Dog Obedience - http://www.dog-pound.net/dog-obedience.h…
  
  Repetition, consistency, practice and correction are what it takes to train a dog to be happy and responsive. If you follow these simple steps you will find that your puppy can grow into an obedient well-adjusted dog.
  
  Repitition and Consistency in Dog Training - http://www.dog-pound.net/repetition-cons…


• heres a good blog for dog training :
  
  www.free-dog-training-tips.com

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training schools?

Does anyone know of a dog obedience school for small breeds or puppies in houston preferrably in the westchase area of town or sw.

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Petsmart is really expensive for their classes. I would suggest contacting your local obedience club and asking for suggestions of trainers. They'll guide you to people who they have used, know and trust. We found ours thru our local agility club and our trainer only charges $50 for a 6 week class... much cheaper than Petsmarts.

The Smart Way To Dog Training

• do you have a Petsmart? they have training classes!


• The best place to search for you would be:
  http://www.apdt.com/
  good luck!

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training question... 4yr old mini aussie?

Ive been training my mini aussie in agility & obedience. She has major problems with the teater in agility and healing positions. She freezes up after learning something. How do I fix this?

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Do you mean she freezes up so that she doesn't want to run the teeter? Teeters are notorious for being one of the hardest obstacles to train - that and weaves, of course. Lorie of Abbadogs outlined how to train a teeter beautifully in her article: abbadogs.com

Simply: keep one end of the board propped up so that it won't teeter back and forth. Have your dog run the entire teeter. Click when your dog runs to the top of the teeter. Your dog should already have a good 2 on 2 off contact. Do some teeter bounce games. Eventually mold it all together. Your dog should be running the entire teeter confidently, stopping only to do the 2o2o. And if she's freezing up because you're moving too quickly or pushing her too much, take a step back or begin the next day. Take it nice and slow and it'll all mesh together in the end!

Dog Training is a Priority

• If I'm understanding correctly,
  
  You teach your dog something new, she seems to be getting it, and then suddenly refuses to do it again in the session?
  
  When that happens its likely you've pushed far enough, and she says Hey I need some time to process this new stuff.
  
  Go back to something she knows well, praise her lavishly for doing it and end the session.
  
  The next day warm her up with some well known "easy stuff" and then start again with the thing she froze up on the day before. If she freezes again, give it another day or two, and then try again. You might just be amazed at the results.


• "She freezes up after learning something."
  
  What exactly do you mean by this?It may be because you go too fast with new excesses. or may be it has not yet generalized the ones you refer to having a problem with.
  
  Success breeds success. make sure your setting the dog up for success when teaching and dog is learning. it builds confidence.

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Dog Health Questions: Could you help me with dog training PLEASE?

ok. I just got a Siberian Indian Dog. Yes, he's half Native American Indian Dog, and I really really don't want to hear the "he's part wolf" crap. Here's the situation-

He's doing ok in house training. The only thing is he's jumping on people and furniture. Then, when I try to get him off, he tries to nip me. he also gets aggressive during play. he's usually a rather sweet dog, but not when he's excited. He's going to be ten weeks old this week, and he's around 17-20 pounds. Yes, he's big. I need this problem to be solved as soon as possible. When playing, he accidently bit my sister, and now she and my other sister are terrified of him. Like I said, he's usually sweet, but I guess he's just trying to play or trying to figure out who's the boss. help??

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I understand completely! I am going to go with a dog whisperer answer for you on this one!

Your dog knows what he isn't suppose to do but he is testing you.

If he jumps on you simply turn your body so you are facing away from him. He will slowly learn that if he jumps on you he will just fall. Another option is before he jumps on you bend down to him and give him a second of attention so he will be appeased

Also if he is on the furniture and you try to get him down, when he nips at you lightly pop him on the nose and tell him no, then pull him off. Again he is testing you

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• Get a trainer. If people are already scared of a 10 week old puppy and he's nearly 20 lbs you are going to need more control and help than just an answer on here. It's going to take time and commitment but it'll be worth it to have a smart relaxed puppy.


• He thinks he's dominant. You can't let him get away with that. The wolf part isn't crap. They are bigger and more dangerous, so you have to really make sure they are well trained. He's probably too young for formal training. Buy a book or video. The dog whisperer is very good, and he did a show on wolf/dog hybrids. Check him out.


• Sounds like you may need obedience training. Here's a great article with info on how to find the perfect local dog trainer...
  
  http://www.doglirious.com/how-to-choose-…


• Ok, wake up, he is part wolf and you need to deal with the situation now. Keep him on a lease and use it to teach him not to jump on people by saying NO in a loud, firm voice. When in play he starts to get "excited' play needs to stop and not resume until he is calm. You need to take firm and loving control of the situation now, while he is 20lbs because when he is 90lbs he will be out of control and dangerous. Also have him neutered ASAP. Good Luck


• You absolutely need to get the help of an experienced dog trainer. This will get bad if you dont. When he get older he will get much bigger, and you are going to be terrified of him. He will be very dangerous. Please dont try to do this yourself. Many people try to do something without a trainer, and the dog ends up biting someone nad and gets euthanized. You must use positive reinforcement methods. If the dog is taught through fear (physical pain), the dog will get ever more aggressive and maybe start to "fear bite". good luck!


• Why not attend a training class in your area. Your local kennel club can refer you to one. The problem is not going to get any better without professional help. Sounds like you bit off more than you can chew with this dog.


• Anytime a dog jumps on a person it is because he/she feels that they are dominant. You, as his owner, need to be the dominant role in your relationship. You need to assert yourself so that he sees you taking the lead. Here are a couple of things to do: Lead when walking on a leash; never allow him to be in front. Be the first one through the door whether coming in or going out. You eat first and then he eats - make sure he sees you eat first. Teach him obedience - sit, stay, come, heal, leave it. Have him on a leash when visitors come so that you can correct any bad behavior instantly. A quick jerk on the lead should correct any bad behavior. Don't be hesitant to flip him on his back if he doesn't listen to you. A dog on his side or back is a sign of submission. He should stay on his side until you don't have to hold him physically any longer.
  
  Here are a couple of things not to do - do not pet him when he barks (ie "it's OK, calm down honey"). Never allow him to win when playing games like tug of war; you must walk away with the toy not him.


• I say "no jumping" lift the legs off of me and dance the puppy backwards, when the puppy sits, I say "good boy" They don't like to be danced backward, so that doesn't take long to teach. For "no biting" I point, snap my fingers and say "no biting" when the puppy behaves I say "good boy" You teach the puppies the behaviors you allow and the ones you do not allow and praise them when they do good. Puppies want to please you, so you have to show them what pleases you.


• I am a breeder of Native American Indian Dogs. Please take your puppy to a public puppy class such as pet smart or Petco right away. Your puppy is at the stage where he is trying to learn what he can get away with. The trainer will help you with all those behaviors that you describe. All puppies go through the "terrible two's." This is also in response to Cindy: Maybe you should wake up!!Your statement is wrong, Native American Indian Dogs and Siberian Indian Dogs are NOT WOLF HYBRIDS. They are a combination of Chinook, Malamute, Siberian Husky and a little bit of German Shepherd. They may look slightly wolfy, but then so do Malamutes and Siberians. It is disturbing when people spout off that these dogs are Wolf dogs when they don't know the true facts!! Good example, take a look at the Tamsakan dog, this dog looks more like a wolf than the NAID, and yet, this breed is almost the same as the NAID. Depends on the dog breeds used. Did you know that the AKC German Shepherd breed was developed using wolf blood, yet no one calls them wolf dogs. It is sad that people have not grown beyond the "Big Bad Wolf" stage.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training- Correct or Ignore?

When our dog is barking in her crate at night is it best to ignore her completely or correct her? We've heard both. Also, we were wondering about when she gets overly excited and looses control (ie: when I get home she almost looses her mind if I ignore her for a few minutes she calms down somewhat but not totally). Do we correct that or ignore her?
Please only answer if you have experience. And we believe in crate training so we don't care to hear opinions on that either, please! Thanks!

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Ignoring is the best technique with crate training. Also make sure she has toys in there to keep her amused if she isn't tired. If you correct her it will encourage the barking at night as she will realise that barking gets her attention.

And i think that ignoring her until she calm is the best technique with her getting over excited when you get home too as this is obviously working with your dog. Correcting is a form of attention, which encourages bad behaviour, so looks like you're doing very well with training her!

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• It's best to ingore her for both. If you give her attention, she'll just learn that if she repeats the behavior, she'll get more attention.


• Barking in the crate should be corrected, or re-directed. Try clicker training to compliment the crate training. In fact, do clicker training anyway - it's a wonderfully effective way to help your dog learn what you expect.
  
  Over-excited behavior should either be redirected, or pointedly ignored - That's one of the things crate training is great for; if she's gone bonkers on you, send her to her crate to calm down a bit.


• if by correcting her, you mean giving her a verbal correction, this will only serve to give her attention (which is reinforcing). ignore both. she will learn.


• FROM MY EXPERIENCE I WOULD IGNOR BECAUSE THE SLIGHTEST REACTION THEY GET OUT OF YOU IS ENJOYABLE TO THEM EVEN IF YOU ARE SCOLDING THEM. ITS TAKE A WHILE FOR DOG TO UNDERSTAND THAT BARKING LIKE THAT WILL NOT GET A REACTION. BE CONSISTANT AND HANG IN THERE


• Ignore her. The more you pay attention to bad behavior, the more it reinforces it. Our pup did that at first, but now he goes into his crate on his own.
  
  Same thing with the losing control when overly excited. She wants your attention, good or bad, so ignoring her bad behavior teaches her that it won't get her what she wants. Just make sure to praise her for good behavior to reinforce the difference.
  
  Good luck!


• I have found that ignoring it is the best way to go. When my rottie was small, she would freak out when I came home. I would ignore her until she settled down. Negative attention is still attention, and reinforcing the behavior.
  Just my 2 cents...


• Ok bottom line need to reward for good behavior. So with that being said when you walk in the door do not great the dog walk by and when the dog relaxes and sits for you then you reward the dog for this good behavior. same goes for the crate when the dog clams down then let her out.


• Depends on the age and temperament of the dog.
  
  I ignore excited behavior, but will reward a sit or down with a quiet "nice".
  
  A young dog I simply ignore barking in the crate. However, with a b*tch in season in my house this past week I have a male Sam who thought it might be ok to sing the entire time... we did have a "discussion" about that.. which was slight scruff shaking and growled "SHUT THE F*CK UP!!". Its been 3 days and he hasn't tried it again. Of course, since I rarely am negative towards my dogs it makes a huge impression when I am.
  
  Generally, I've found that excitable dogs respond better AFTER some rigorous exercise. So I pay no real attention to the dogs when I get home but just snap on a leash and start out the door for some exercise.


• Dogs bark for a lot of reasons. Make sure you've been fair to your dog: she's gotten lots of exercise during the day, she's been out to pee, etc. Is her crate in your bedroom? that's where I think dogs need to sleep. If you've done all that, then her barking is something you should correct. I prefer to do this using a bark collar, but you can start with saying Ssssh or Quiet in a stern tone. Sometimes a rap on the top of the crate works.
  
  When you come home and she goes crazy, wait at least five whole minutes. You should never let her out of her crate first thing. Wait until she calms herself down, and then let her out. (take the time to do this, make an approach to the crate. If she goes crazy, turn away or back up. When she calms down, try again. She'll learn that SHE can manipulate YOU by being calm. When she's calm, let her out, but teach her to sit as soon as she comes out of her crate, so that you don't get the craziness.
  
  Good luck.


• Depending on the dog, either can work for you. For the barking in the crate, I would try to make sure that the dog was happy ther (I crate train also). A good knuckle bone, or chew toy might help. Also keeping the dog close at night, so it doesn't feel isolated can help. Letting it sleep with a t-shirt you wore that day in the crate can also help. Then ignore away. Correction-wise, IF I choose to use this, I use a low gutteral tone "no" trying to simulate the sound the mother makes when nipping to correct a puppy. Just a short, deep "no". Not angry or yelling. Also tipping the crate a small bit, and setting it back down can stop them from being agitated in the crate at night (with the "no).
  Avoid yelling and giving lots of negative attention, or you might fall into the trap that bad attention is better than no attention, and train your dog to bark so that you respond. Your response should be short and concise.
  
  As for losing control...you mean emotionally, excited...not bladder? I would require the dog to be calm, then give attention and praise when I get home. No jumping, etc. They can be happy to see you, but not freaking out. If you mean bladder-wise, take her outside quickly, then demand the calm when returning home. Approach the crate calmly, and do not talk to her ("how's my little puppy, did you miss mommy/daddy?" is not a good idea)


• any unwanted behavior should be ignored. When you get home dont greet the dog or act excited, calmly w/o a word to to the crate and let the dog out. we did this and it ended those accidents. Good luck


• It looks as well that your dog has not enough exercice or activity... if she is tired she'll be less excited and won't bark at night... the best is to ignore her... if she goes on doing it... just use once your voice... loud and strong.... you should have control over her.. when you tell something she listen... some dogs always want to have the last word... so it can be that you tell her no very loud and then she still does once or twice a small bark... At night it can be as well that she is still not feeling 100% secure at home, so you can just have a physical contact with her... don't exagerate, but just touch her.. don't talk to her... just have your hand on her pa or on the back... it helps the dog to relax, to know you are here.... if the dog sleeps in your room of course.. which is the best for a start. When you go home just ignore her.. you can just touch her once but then ignore, talk normal and not excited to her.
  Good luck!


• The barking in the crate is an ideal opportunity to get in some free training. So why would you want to pass it up. All that should be necessary is tapping on the top of the crate with your fingers along with a quiet command.
  
  As a dogs training progresses you want the dog to learn that you don't pay any attention until it SITS. So first work on the sit command, depending on what you do with your dogs you may or may not want to teach an automatic sit. As the dog learns to sit then "chain" getting attention to the behavior of sitting.

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Dog Health Questions: Question regarding dog training?

I have a 9 month old boxer puppy and i would like to enroll him in obedience classes
he knows some basic commands but most of the time I let him get away and so the home training thing is not working for us.
does any body know of some good training place in Lynnwood Wa.

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Here are some websites that have good trainers. Lynnwood has quite a few good trainers. Stay away from the box store PetsMart, PetCo trainers as they have little experience. Make sure that any puppy class that you take actually does some training. Some puppy classes are a little more then recess with little training. So ask some questions as to the class content. Contact your local kennel club. they can also give you some information.

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• training a dog is an on going process. Once the dog is trained, you still have to encourage and motivate.
  Have you seen the praying dog. Its amazing, you can check it out below, you can train your dog to do a lot of stuff, but you have to be patient and encourage with goodies
  
  good luck


• I don't know about Washington, but if you have a pets mart near you, they offer fantastic classes. Look up their website or call for the dates and times. The closest one for us is a little over an hour, but it is so worth it. We have a 7 year old St. Bernard and a 6 month old mix with a brain that shuts off every time his tail moves. Pets Mart was wonderful and patient with him. Good luck!


• Training you dog is easy and free! Look on youtube. There are 100's of training videos free online. If you send you dog to obedience school and it becomes trained it will become untrained if you don't stay on top of it! I work a lot too, but I spend 15 mins. training with my dog everyday. As your dog gets older it will calm down. Trust me 15 mins. a day and look on youtube will pay off!


• Your best bet would be an all breed obedience club. Less expensive than professionals or pet smart, and they will teach you training skills that you will always have. Go to the AKC website, click on clubs and do a club search for clubs in your area.


• in lynnwood their is some very good dog training look go to the home phone book in theirs one that just says dog training call it they leave your dog so trained i was impressed by their work


• petsmart has good trainers in ohio


• The key sentence here is "most of the time I let him get away with it". No training you do is going to work unless you follow through consistently and ALL THE TIME. Your dog will absolutely try to get away with anything he can. You let him do that and its all on you.
  Personally I am not impressed with the Petsmart/Petco training. While it does work for some people and you can learn things there you may not know...the level of training is not consistently high and I know of more than one person who signed up and was asked to leave because their dog is disruptive. Point being, that is why they were there in the first place.
  A private trainer will work with you and show you how to train your dog. They may demonstrate a few times with your dog but the actual work is done by you. And you can't let your dog get away with it. A private trainer might be more expensive in the short run, but if you only need a few lessons and you put in the time for practice, it is well worth it.
  Yes, there are also places who do board and train...it is successful for many though there is a bonding process that you don't get to go through. In certain circumstances it might be a good thing but it is not for me.
  Boxers are very energetic dogs. I would recommend that you schedule some serious exercise play so your dog will be in the right frame of mind ..and tired...and will respond better to training sessions. And I would suggest that YOU get on it and make up your mind to do the best thing possible for your dog...a consistent training program that you follow through with and practice each and every day for the life of your dog!
  I did do some private training 2 years ago w my 4 year old pit hound mix. 5 lessons that were unbelievably informative. After that, the clients of this trainer meet as a group a few times a week for fun and reinforcement. My boy gets 2 15-20 minute training sessions every day and goes to class 2 x a week in addition to the walks, the socialization, the exercise...and the trick training. He is..as most dogs are...eager to please and happy to work. If you do that kind of work with your dog you will not believe how rewarding it feels and what a great bond you can have with your pet.
  Read your answers here...choose some form of traiining in your area....and YOU DO THE WORK and you will get a great pet!! Good luck.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training help please?

I have a black and golden retriever and i want them to learn how to take objects willingly from me. however they do take tennis balls, and doggy toys and bones from me but if its stuff like grabbing blankets (part of waking me up training) and grabbing cloth (part of opening fridge training) or grabbing water bottle or grabbing regular house hold items they just won't do that. How do you teach dogs to grab on to things other than dog toys and bones and balls

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Looks like half the job is already done for you. The problem is that dogs don't generalise well- they understand that they are allowed to pick up certain items, but don't understand that they can pick up other items.

There are a few different things you can do to encourage this behaviour.
The first one is to make a game out of it- if you want your dog to pick up things like blankets he needs to understand that he is allowed to pick up this kind of material. You might want to make a flirt pole and use some old blankets to encourage him to show an interest in blankets and have them in his mouth.
There are also toys out there that you can put water bottles in- so these might be good in desensetising him to water bottles and encouraging him to handle them in his mouth- most dogs love the crackling sound that plastic water bottles make!
Instead of using a cloth on the fridge, make up a fabric tug toy out of polar fleece and encourage him to play with it, then attach it to the fridge and encourage him to play tug with the fridge door.

You can also try a fourced retrieve or similar where you physically put the things in his mouth, hold them there until he accepts it, and then reward him for holding the item.

Remember that these are not easy commands to teach, and most service dogs are trained from a young age and even then not all of them make the cut- so don't be too harsh on your boy if he takes a while to catch on. Start small- baby steps, and gradually work up to the big picture.
It helps if you sit back and divide the command into say, 10 parts.

The first part might be encouraging the dog to bite the fabric- in which case you would encourage any move towards the fabric, then when he starts mouthing it give him plenty of praise and rewards and when he is biting it 10 times out of 10 you can move onto the next step.

The second part might be to play tug with the fabric, etc.

The third part might be to attach the fabric to some small item (Maybe a low cabinet door- something that will open easily) and encourage the dog to play tug while youre still holding the other end.

The fourth part might be to encourage the dog to tug the fabric attached to the small item but you arent holding it.

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• Use clicker training till the dog understands how to offer behaviors. Then you can teach the dog to pick up household objects in one minute

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Dog Health Questions: Therapy dog Training? ?

I'm going to train my 1 1/2 year old puppy to be a therapy dog. I've looked at all the websites that say what i need to train her, but i was wondering if there are special training classes i can take with my dog to?

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Some local therapy dog groups and dog schools offer classes to help you prepare for a therapy dog test. Check with your vet, kennel clubs, other dog clubs, and pet stores to see if you can find a local therapy dog group to work with. If there isn't a therapy dog class available local to you, look for a CGC prep class. It covers a lot of the same material.

As far as I know, Delta is the only national organization that has designed a therapy dog class for those wishing to certify with them.

Here are Delta courses: http://www.deltasociety.org/VolunteerAbo…

If there is no class available near you, you might consider Delta's home study course:
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http://www.clickersolutions.com/ (email list + great articles)
http://flyingdogpress.com/artlibreg.htm
http://www.clickertraining.com/
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• Check out local groups in your area which may be involved with therapy, That's probably the only way to find classes. A good place to start is with your vet or with the local animal control/shelter. They often know about things like this.


• Look for the places that do the test and often they also offer training. You can also ask you vet to recommend a trainer/place that does training too. Make sure that they practice positive reinforcement! I personally prefer the click'n'treat method of training and have used it successfully with my 3 dogs. One that we also intend to do therapy work with.


• Other than trying to figure out which dog obedience class is good..(by the way they only teach very basic tricks for a fee that don't come cheap), why not tried if you can train it yourself following some good dog training videos tutorials. It is not that difficult. One good resource I found in internet is this simple but straight to the point site on dog training => http://www.DogExpertReveal.com/
  

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Dog Health Questions: Help with dog training?

my dog is a wolf cross. wolf/Siberian husky.
training tips?
and can a dog whistle help train if not explain what its used for

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A Wolf-hybrid can be quite skittish and does not respond well to inanimate objects, fast motion, loud noises, or new people. They require much patience. Training is not for the weak and serious consideration should be given prior to obtaining a wolf-hybrid dog as they require firm, consistent training and ample space to roam. If there's something you find foul and offensive you can bet a wolf dog will roll happily in it and coat themselves in the funk! It is not until a Wolf Hybrid is about 18 months of age, that it will start showing signs of the wolf. Wolfs younger than 18 months of age are adolescents, they are playful and adaptable. They take directions readily and can bond with other species. Young wolves act more like the common dog as they have not developed into maturity. As a wolf grows out of its adolescents, its hormonal system reaches maturity and it will begin to exhibit all of the typical behaviors of the wolf.

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• Is your dog a Shiloh shepard? The dog whistle gets there attention. It may be used for training also. You need to get you dog into classes so you know how to properly train it.


• Well start early with training or it would be hard later, like in the next 3 months. If s/he's 1 month old or a week old, it might be easier. So start with the basics:
  1. Sit
  2. Come
  3. Speak
  4. Jump
  5. Lay down
  Use little treats to help and frequently use the SAME word, so s/he will understand it. Now with dog whistles, they are used (I think) for making the dog come. Humans can't hear the sound, but dogs have ears that can hear high pitches, so that would help when telling him to come. But don't do it outside because other dogs may hear it and you'll will be swarmed with dogs lol. Good luck!
  And P.S. I gotta a brown dog, pittbull-roitweiler. I LOVE dogs!


• a dog whistle will be used as a stimulus in training a dog.
  
  to train him to eat in his bowl or to sit you would
  
  first blow the whistle so he can hearr it and come towards you
  
  if you train him to sit you willput your hand on his lower back and when he sits you will give him a treat.
  
  that teached him threw positive reinforcment that everytime he hears a whistle he knows that a) its time to eat or b) you want him to do something.
  
  like blow the whistle and say sit instructing yourt hands in the motion to sit. then treat him for doing it.
  
  after awhile he will learn with out the whistle and hand gesture and that is when you stop treating him or do it once in awhiel and show your friends that you dog can sit.
  
  Do this for all other tricks including pottie training

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Dog Health Questions: Help with service dog training?

I have depression and panic attacks, and I know it's not a big deal to most people, but it is to me. Anyway, I have depression and panic attacks, and I'm going to Job Corps in about a month, I would like to have my dog trained to be my therapy dog, since I am going far from my therapist. I would like to train my dog to be my service dog and take her with me, since both my mother (who gets me through my panic attacks) and my therapist (who gets me through my depression) will be in Portland when I'm five hours away in Yachats. I would like to have my dog trained to get me through the things my mother and therapist get me through, and am in need of suggestions.

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I really don't think there is a way to train your dog to respond to that. Instead of having it come to you, how about you go to your dog? When I go to stores I hold held my service dog. Be sure if you are to go into public places with it, to have the certification that the dog is a working animal, and have a red vest on it with words clearly seen "Service Dog" to prevent idiots from calling you a retard <3 {Past experience, made me want to cry >_>}

You should also have your service dog socialized, so when out and about with it {if you plan to be}, it won't want to go and say hi to everyone it meets. Unless of course you want it to, then there's no need to correct the behavior. Get it used to sliding doors and other things that may frighten the dog.

I recommend having a small dog that you can carry around, catches less attention therefore less panic attacks, and I find it easier to control the dog. I'm not saying having a big dog would be a huge mistake though =) If you have a panic attack and pass out it would be good for balance.

Remember to have a backup plan, such as comfort food, or anything comforting, like calling your mother/therapist. Because you can't always rely on the dog, just as you can't always rely on your mother/therapist.

Hope I helped~

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• First, there is a big difference between a Therapy dog and an assistance dog. Furthermore, depending on your state laws, dogs for depression and panic attacks are not considered assistance dogs. I have trained assistance dogs in North Dakota and Michigan. However, I have trained dogs for individuals in wheelchairs and mobility problems. I do know that some states are starting to allow the types of dogs you are talking about, while others are slow to allow it. I am currently training in England, and I do not have my normal references to the webpages for assistance dogs. However, I found one of my state reference pages by doing a search. I would suggest having a trainer that is familiar with assistance dog training evaluate your dog to see if it is a good candidate for assistance work. If you do not plan on taking it out in public, then nothing that I said applies. If you have any further questions please email me.
  
  P.S. Oh and just so you know on page 144 of the link below it states what a service dog for emotional support must do to be catergorized as a service dog.


• First, you must have a disability that limits one or more of lifes major functions such as seeing, hearing, walking and mobility. Second, the dog must be specifically trained to alleviate the effects of the disability. Training can take up to three years for service dogs, depending on what tasks the dog needs to learn.
  From what you describe, you are talking about a companion dog, not a service dog.
  


• wht type of dog do u have? if its hyper it might be hard 2 train. but, yeah consult a dog trainer.
  
  btw, i train service dogs! (when there puppies) w/ guide dogs 4 the blind:)
  
  good luck!


• your dog cannot be trained to aid you with a panic attackyou need medical attention to say the leastdoesn't your dog just being present calm you down?


• Consult with a professional dog trainer to guide you and inform you.
  
  Good Luck to you.


• 1. There is a difference between a psychiatric service dog, an emotional support dog and a therapy dog.
  
  2. You will need a medical diagnosis of a disability combined with a prescription for what a service dog will assist you with if, indeed, it is a service dog you are looking for.
  
  Here are a couple of websites you should look through.
  
  http://www.servicedogcentral.org/content…
  http://www.psychdog.org/
  http://www.iaadp.org/psd_tasks.html


• It takes a lot more than a month to train a service dog. It typically takes 18-24 months to fully train a service dog, with about six months of that working on public access skills. And of course you have to be disabled (about 3/4 of people with a diagnosed mental illness are not considered disabled by that illness). Your medical caregivers can help you determine whether you qualify as disabled.
  
  Honestly, I'm not sure this kind of drastic change is the best choice for you if you are unable to function without assistance.
  
  Contact Job Corp and ask if you'd be permitted to bring along a pet just to stay in your living quarters with you (not to take on the job, which as I mentioned would require a LOT of training). If you're disabled, tell them so and if your doctor agrees, offer a letter from your doctor stating the presence of your dog is necessary for your mental health.
  
  In all honesty,
  1. You can't get a service dog trained in a month. It just plain cannot be done.
  2. Because it's a job, not a public accommodation, you'd have to provide a lot of medical documentation proving disability and need for a dog, as well as proof of training if you claim her as a service dog.
  3. The stress of arguing this point if they don't agree to it off the bat is going to be very dangerous to the health of a person who is disabled by mental illness.
  
  If I were you, I'd look for a therapist in the new location if you are determined to go. Perhaps your current therapist can recommend one.


• A therapy dog is a person's pet that is trained to visit other people in nursing homes, hospitals, schools, etc. to cheer them up. It is not a legal designation and no legal status or access comes with a dog being declared/certified a therapy dog.
  
  A service dog is a person's dog, not a pet, that is trained to do tasks that mitigate the person's disability and is trained to behave impeccably in public places to the point nobody realizes the dog is even there. What tasks one needs depends on their individual symptoms; for somebody with disabling panic/anxiety attacks where their attacks leave them not able to move through their environment or not knowing where they are, a task would be for the dog to guide the person out of the offending environment (such as out of a store and to the person's car) or to a safe place (such as a place the person can safely sit down). Things like the dog's presence for emotional support, cuddling, kissing, etc. are not legally tasks and do not make a pet a service dog, as legally a service dog must be trained to do something that mitigates the person's actual disability. (Carrying medications in a pack is not a task when a person can carry medications in their pocket, purse, or other bag - plus it is not something that is trained. Retrieving items when a person can get their own items without issues is not a task, as it does not mitigate the person's disability.)
  
  Like others have said, there is no way to train a dog to be a service dog in one month. It takes one and a half to two years to train a dog to be a service dog - and that is a dog that has the right temperament to be one. Not too many dogs have the right temperament to become service dogs; likely your pet cannot be a service dog.
  
  The bigger issue is if you even qualify for a service dog. Just having depression and panic attacks does not qualify you for a service dog. You must be actually disabled by them - have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities such as seeing, hearing, walking, caring for self, etc. If you are not disabled, you cannot have a service dog, as by law they are only for disabled individuals.
  
  Even if you did have a legal service dog, you still might not be able to use your dog at your job, depending on what the job is and other factors. Some people who are without a doubt disabled and have a legal service dog have problems getting their work to approve their service dog working for them there, problems which can last many months and take a huge physical and emotional toll on both the disabled person and the service dog.
  
  No matter what, I highly recommend that you find yourself a therapist in your new location - your current therapist may be able to recommend somebody who is there and you can give them permission to discuss your health issues with each other so everybody is on the same page and it won't feel like you are completely starting over again. It would also be good for you to make a few good friends who you can rely on when you need it like you have relied on your mother in the past (that is something you need to do no matter if you live near your mother or not).
  
  If your emotional illness is disabling, your doctor might prescribe you an emotional support animal. This is not a service dog - it is not trained to do tasks or to be in public beyond what a good pet is trained in - and you have no right to bring the dog in public places, but you would have the right to have the dog in no-pets-allowed housing with your doctor's letter. Your dog's presence at home (and pet-friendly places like pet stores, on walks, etc.) will help you emotionally.
  
  Good luck in your new endeavor! I hope you are able to adjust well, find a good therapist, and make some helpful friends.


• Try Caesar Milan Inc. He helped someone in your exact situation, and is still regularly in touch with them

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Dog Health Questions: Looking for a job that will help me in my persute of obtaining my dog training certifcation?

In the Elk Grove CA area.

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PetsMart and Petco both have great training programs. They offer paid training to their trainers and then once you pass their training program, you become a dog trainer within their stores.

Both of my step-daughters have done this and absolutely love it. They make pretty good money and get to do what they love!

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• YOU SHOULD PROBABLY GO TO YOUR LOCAL PET SUPERMARKET, PETSMART HAVE A DOG OBIEDENCE CLASSES THAT MAY NEED HELP OR YOU COULD POSSIBLY VOLUNTEER TO HELP. YOU MIGHT TRY TO TALK TO LOCAL VETS AND SEE IF THEY KNOW ANYONE IN THAT FIELD THAT MAY BE ABLE TO HELP YOU. OR GOOGLE IT. THATS JUST A START. GOOD LUCK.

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