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A Review of Cat Fancy Magazine
Occasionally, some of us get to do work that is totally fun and such is the case with my assignment to review Cat Fancy Magazine. My own two Bengal cats volunteered to assist with my research but in the end both of them were found sleeping on the...
Companion Animals and Their Unique Place in Society--Part 3
A brief history of the domestication of horses.
Archaeological and paleontological evidence indicates that the horse was domesticated about 3000 B.C.—later than dogs and cats. At first, horses apparently were herded for meat and milk. Later,...
Dog training for desired behaviors
Teaching a dog proper behavior while it is young is very
important. While playing and having fun with your new puppy or
dog is certainly important, it is also important to teach your
canine companion just what is expected - which behaviors...
Helping your pets cope with the stress caused by loud noise.
Which is the noisiest species of all? Nope, not the lions, or the elephants, or the geese… it’s us, humans. Our voices were not enough, we started making music and creating musical instruments to help us being louder. This Holiday season will not...
How To Choose Your Boxer Dog
An easier and more pleasant journey with your chosen Boxer starts with checking out the parent dogs for unbecoming traits like aggression, hyperactive and extreme shyness. This is easier to do when you get your Boxer from a reputable breeder or...
Indoor 'Dogfishing' — Fun Way To Exercise A Small Or Medium Size Dog
When I had a Toy Poodle, I used a small beanie baby toy tied to a twenty foot long cord to exercise him for at least ten minutes at a time, twice a day. I'd throw it across the room and he'd run after it to snatch it up, fueled by canine fantasies...
Responsible Dog Ownership
With all the companionship and love that our dogs give so freely, it's hard to imagine that some owners just don't take responsibility for their dogs. But it's true. Millions of dogs—healthy dogs—are euthanized every year. Whether through owner...
The Dangers of Canine Parasites
When you get a puppy, one of the first things that you need to do is make an appointment with the vet to get your new family member his or her vaccinations. Along with any recommended shots, your cuddly canine will probably get a dose of a...
Toy Dogs
No, you don't wind them up and they don't take batteries
"Toy" dogs are becoming more popular all the time. These little dogs, the result of generations of selective breeding, are generally bred as companion animals and people just seem to love...
When Should I Start Training My Puppy?
If you have a puppy, you must start training early, but do it gently. Your puppy has to have confidence in you before he can begin learning. Remember that puppies are like children - they have growing bodies, short attention spans, and will only...
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Puppy house training tips
House training a puppy is very important for the well being of
both the puppy and the owner. The number one reason that dogs
are surrender to animal shelters is problems with inappropriate
elimination, so it is easy to see why proper house training is
such an important consideration.
It is important to establish proper toilet habits when the puppy
is young, since these habits can last a lifetime, and be very
hard to break once they are established. It is very important
for the owner to house break the puppy properly. In most cases,
true house training cannot begin until the puppy is six months
old. Puppies younger than this generally lack the bowel and
bladder control that is needed for true house training.
Puppies younger than six months should be confined to a small,
puppy proofed room when the owner cannot supervise them. The
entire floor of the room should be covered with newspapers or
similar absorbent materials, and the paper changed every time it
is soiled. As the puppy gets older, the amount of paper used can
be reduced as the puppy begins to establish a preferred toilet
area. It is this preferred toilet area that will form the basis
of later house training.
The Do's of House Training Your Puppy:
* Always provide the puppy with constant, unrestricted access to
the established toilet area.
* When you are at home, take the puppy to the toilet area every
45 minutes.
* When you are not at home or cannot supervise the puppy, you
must be sure the puppy cannot make a mistake. This means
confining the puppy to a small area that has been thoroughly
puppy proofed. Puppy proofing a room is very similar to baby
proofing a room, since puppies chew on everything.
* Always provide a toilet area that does not resemble anything
in your home. Training the puppy to eliminate on concrete,
blacktop, grass or dirt is a good idea. The puppy should never
be encouraged to eliminate on anything that
resembles the
hardwood flooring, tile or carpet he may encounter in a home.
* Praise and reward your puppy every time he eliminates in the
established toilet area. The puppy must learn to associate
toileting in the established areas with good things, like
treats, toys and praise from his owner.
* Always keep a set schedule when feeding your puppy, and
provide constant access to fresh, clean drinking water. A
consistent feeding schedule equals a consistent toilet schedule.
* Using a crate can be a big help in helping a puppy develop
self control. The concept behind crate training is that the
puppy will not want to toilet in his bed area.
* And finally, it is important to be patient when house training
a puppy. House training can take as long as several months, but
it is much easier to house train right the first time than to
retrain a problem dog.
The Don'ts of House Training Your Puppy
* Never reprimand or punish the puppy for mistakes. Punishing
the puppy will only cause fear and confusion.
* Do not leave food out for the puppy all night long. Keep to a
set feeding schedule in order to make the dog's toilet schedule
as consistent as possible.
* Do not give the puppy the run of the house until he has been
thoroughly house trained.
House training is not always the easiest thing to do, and some
dogs tend to be much easier to house train than others. It is
important, however to be patient, consistent and loving as you
train your dog. A rushed, frightened or intimidated dog will not
be able to learn the important lessons of house training. Once
you have gained your puppy's love and respect, however, you will
find that house training your puppy is easier than you ever
expected.
About the author:
Tony Robinson is an international author and dog lover. His
website http://www.dogtraining4u.com contains valuable insights
into the life of our canine friends.
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