Sunday, July 11, 2010
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
A Few Tips About Trying to Make the Inside of the Home Puppy Proof for Your Poodle
Puppies are usually very curious and playful and they may have lots of energy. When someone first brings a new Poodle puppy home, the puppy may want to start checking out many things throughout the house because he probably will see lots of interesting items that are all new to him.
I wanted to write about a few tips that I read about regarding the topic of puppy proofing the inside of a house. Consult the veterinarian about all of the specific things that can be done to puppy proof the inside and outside of a house.
There are many ideas to help keep a new puppy healthy and safe and protect him from anything that would be potentially harmful.
I will jot down a few tips that I read about relating to puppy proofing the inside of the home. I read that it may be helpful to try to think about a puppy's eye view of a house.
Plants: Some specific plants inside and outside of the house may be potentially harmful to the puppy. Consult the veterinarian for a complete list of plants that are dangerous to dogs.
Medications can be kept in a very safe area where the puppy definitely does not have access.
Cleaning supplies can be kept in high cabinets where the puppy definitely does not have access or childproof safety latches may be used to safely secure cabinets.
Household wastebaskets may be placed in an area that the puppy cannot access.
Electrical cords: I read that people who are trying to puppy proof their house can unplug, remove or safely cover any electrical cords that would be around the puppy's area. Electrical outlets may also be covered when they are not in use.
Bathroom: Toilet lids can be kept down. Bathroom trash cans may be put up high where the puppy cannot access them.
Any possible drawstrings or cords used for draperies or blinds in the home may be tied up high enough so the puppy cannot access them.
Precaution may be taken regarding a rocking chair or chair recliner. A Poodle puppy could happen to have his tail near that area or even try to crawl under the area. Take proper safety precautions.
Laundry baskets and clothing can be kept off the floor and out of reach from the puppy.
Small objects can be kept out of reach so the puppy does not have access. Some examples of small objects are the following:
Many childrens toys have small peices and parts
Crayons, pens, pencils, rubber bands, paper clips, tacks, staples
Jewelry, hair barrettes
String, ribbons, yarn
Buttons, sewing needles, pins
Coins
Safe gates made for dogs may be used across stairs and other areas where the puppy isn't allowed.
There are certain human foods that can cause problems for pets. Consult the veterinarian for the specific list of human foods that can cause problems or be potentially harmful to your Poodle puppy.
Good supervision of the puppy is very important!
I wanted to write about a few tips that I read about regarding the topic of puppy proofing the inside of a house. Consult the veterinarian about all of the specific things that can be done to puppy proof the inside and outside of a house.
There are many ideas to help keep a new puppy healthy and safe and protect him from anything that would be potentially harmful.
I will jot down a few tips that I read about relating to puppy proofing the inside of the home. I read that it may be helpful to try to think about a puppy's eye view of a house.
Plants: Some specific plants inside and outside of the house may be potentially harmful to the puppy. Consult the veterinarian for a complete list of plants that are dangerous to dogs.
Medications can be kept in a very safe area where the puppy definitely does not have access.
Cleaning supplies can be kept in high cabinets where the puppy definitely does not have access or childproof safety latches may be used to safely secure cabinets.
Household wastebaskets may be placed in an area that the puppy cannot access.
Electrical cords: I read that people who are trying to puppy proof their house can unplug, remove or safely cover any electrical cords that would be around the puppy's area. Electrical outlets may also be covered when they are not in use.
Bathroom: Toilet lids can be kept down. Bathroom trash cans may be put up high where the puppy cannot access them.
Any possible drawstrings or cords used for draperies or blinds in the home may be tied up high enough so the puppy cannot access them.
Precaution may be taken regarding a rocking chair or chair recliner. A Poodle puppy could happen to have his tail near that area or even try to crawl under the area. Take proper safety precautions.
Laundry baskets and clothing can be kept off the floor and out of reach from the puppy.
Small objects can be kept out of reach so the puppy does not have access. Some examples of small objects are the following:
Many childrens toys have small peices and parts
Crayons, pens, pencils, rubber bands, paper clips, tacks, staples
Jewelry, hair barrettes
String, ribbons, yarn
Buttons, sewing needles, pins
Coins
Safe gates made for dogs may be used across stairs and other areas where the puppy isn't allowed.
There are certain human foods that can cause problems for pets. Consult the veterinarian for the specific list of human foods that can cause problems or be potentially harmful to your Poodle puppy.
Good supervision of the puppy is very important!
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Does Your Poodle Have The Blues When He is Home Alone or is He Bored?
You may be working hard at your daily office job and your kids are away in school all throughout the day. The house may be too quiet and your Poodle might feel lonely or bored. Your Poodle might even experience a little separation anxiety when you leave the house.
Dogs of all ages can experience separation anxiety when separated from their owner. Young dogs and even older dogs that might have some hearing or sight problems may feel anxious when their owners are away from them. You may need to understand that chances are you are probably the most important thing in your dog's life. You may now begin to realize that when a dog that is routinely used to constant human companionship and attention is left alone, the dog can experience some anxiety about where their owner might be going. Your Poodle may not understand why he cannot go with you and he may worry about whether or not you will be coming back home to be with him.
What behavior may your Poodle display if he is experiencing separation anxiety?
The most common behaviors associated with separation anxiety include the following:
Barking, whining, crying or howling
Destructive chewing or digging
Inappropriate elimination (urination or defecation), even if the dog was otherwise successfully house trained
Scratching at doors or windows
Excessive licking of hair, circling the room or pacing
Loss of appetite, depression or inactivity
The dog may have an over attachment to his owner. The dog may get too dependent on their owner.
An example: Your Poodle makes a daily habit of following you from room to room whenever you are at home together. If you are in the kitchen cooking, or folding laundry, or watching television your dog would want to be right with you. When you go out of the house to do a few errands, your dog may always give you a dramatic, overwhelming greeting as soon as you return home.
When you or your kids finally come home from work or school, you may also find that your Poodle has become very clingy, and he never lets you or the kids out of his sight.
What are some other characteristics or factors regarding separation anxiety?
The behavior occurs mostly when your Poodle is left alone in the home and his problem behavior usually starts soon after you leave him in the house.
The behavior may occur whether your dog is left alone for just a little while or long periods of time.
Your dog may display a reaction of depression or anxiety when he realizes that you are getting ready to leave the house. Actions like picking up your car keys or purse, turning off the TV, or putting on your coat can trigger the anxiety behavior.
But it is very important to realize that any destructive type of behavior or house soiling that may possibly occur with separation anxiety are part of a dog's panic reaction. Your dog is not trying to punish you for leaving him home alone.
What are some things that can precipitate separation anxiety in your Poodle?
A dog that is routinely used to constant human companionship and attention is left alone for the first time.
A dog that may have suffered a traumatic event in their mind, such as time spent away from home at a veterinary hospital, dog shelter or boarding kennel.
Anxiety may develop if there is a significant change in the family's routine or the death of a family member or other pet.
Some other situations that may precipitate anxiety for your dog are if one of your dog's favorite family members leave the home and go away to college or get married, or if your work schedule changes dramatically, or if the whole family moves to another home or a new town. Dogs are actually creatures of habit and any changes may bring about some anxiety.
Some ideas that may possibly help minor separation anxiety:
Don't be very dramatic when you are leaving or returning to your home. When you return back home you can calmly pet your Poodle and reassure him.
When you have to leave your dog in the house, you can let him have something of yours like a piece of clothing that smells like you.
You can make a reassuring habit of using a certain word that you routinely use every time you leave that tells your Poodle you will be coming back home.
Possibly, if the dog could hear the sound of a radio or television, it may be calming.
Sometimes having their safe and appropriate dog toys available for them will be a little distraction for them and help to keep them busy.
You can try to alter your daily habits a little bit. Do you have a set routine time each day before you leave the house to go to work or school? Maybe you jingle your keys, put your purse, briefcase, packed lunch or jacket near the door right before you are ready to leave the house. Your Poodle may pick up on these visual cues and associate them with your leaving the house. It may be a little helpful to try and mix up your normal routine by doing your usual activities in a different order.
It may be a big help to take your dog for a nice walk before you leave. It might give your dog a reason to look forward to your leaving. It will be good exercise for him and a little change of scenery.
Hopefully, with a few of these helpful tips, your Poodle will feel relaxed instead of anxious when you leave the house.
Dogs of all ages can experience separation anxiety when separated from their owner. Young dogs and even older dogs that might have some hearing or sight problems may feel anxious when their owners are away from them. You may need to understand that chances are you are probably the most important thing in your dog's life. You may now begin to realize that when a dog that is routinely used to constant human companionship and attention is left alone, the dog can experience some anxiety about where their owner might be going. Your Poodle may not understand why he cannot go with you and he may worry about whether or not you will be coming back home to be with him.
What behavior may your Poodle display if he is experiencing separation anxiety?
The most common behaviors associated with separation anxiety include the following:
Barking, whining, crying or howling
Destructive chewing or digging
Inappropriate elimination (urination or defecation), even if the dog was otherwise successfully house trained
Scratching at doors or windows
Excessive licking of hair, circling the room or pacing
Loss of appetite, depression or inactivity
The dog may have an over attachment to his owner. The dog may get too dependent on their owner.
An example: Your Poodle makes a daily habit of following you from room to room whenever you are at home together. If you are in the kitchen cooking, or folding laundry, or watching television your dog would want to be right with you. When you go out of the house to do a few errands, your dog may always give you a dramatic, overwhelming greeting as soon as you return home.
When you or your kids finally come home from work or school, you may also find that your Poodle has become very clingy, and he never lets you or the kids out of his sight.
What are some other characteristics or factors regarding separation anxiety?
The behavior occurs mostly when your Poodle is left alone in the home and his problem behavior usually starts soon after you leave him in the house.
The behavior may occur whether your dog is left alone for just a little while or long periods of time.
Your dog may display a reaction of depression or anxiety when he realizes that you are getting ready to leave the house. Actions like picking up your car keys or purse, turning off the TV, or putting on your coat can trigger the anxiety behavior.
But it is very important to realize that any destructive type of behavior or house soiling that may possibly occur with separation anxiety are part of a dog's panic reaction. Your dog is not trying to punish you for leaving him home alone.
What are some things that can precipitate separation anxiety in your Poodle?
A dog that is routinely used to constant human companionship and attention is left alone for the first time.
A dog that may have suffered a traumatic event in their mind, such as time spent away from home at a veterinary hospital, dog shelter or boarding kennel.
Anxiety may develop if there is a significant change in the family's routine or the death of a family member or other pet.
Some other situations that may precipitate anxiety for your dog are if one of your dog's favorite family members leave the home and go away to college or get married, or if your work schedule changes dramatically, or if the whole family moves to another home or a new town. Dogs are actually creatures of habit and any changes may bring about some anxiety.
Some ideas that may possibly help minor separation anxiety:
Don't be very dramatic when you are leaving or returning to your home. When you return back home you can calmly pet your Poodle and reassure him.
When you have to leave your dog in the house, you can let him have something of yours like a piece of clothing that smells like you.
You can make a reassuring habit of using a certain word that you routinely use every time you leave that tells your Poodle you will be coming back home.
Possibly, if the dog could hear the sound of a radio or television, it may be calming.
Sometimes having their safe and appropriate dog toys available for them will be a little distraction for them and help to keep them busy.
You can try to alter your daily habits a little bit. Do you have a set routine time each day before you leave the house to go to work or school? Maybe you jingle your keys, put your purse, briefcase, packed lunch or jacket near the door right before you are ready to leave the house. Your Poodle may pick up on these visual cues and associate them with your leaving the house. It may be a little helpful to try and mix up your normal routine by doing your usual activities in a different order.
It may be a big help to take your dog for a nice walk before you leave. It might give your dog a reason to look forward to your leaving. It will be good exercise for him and a little change of scenery.
Hopefully, with a few of these helpful tips, your Poodle will feel relaxed instead of anxious when you leave the house.
Monday, June 21, 2010
The Importance Of A Well Behaved Dog
By: Amy Nutt
If you have a dog, you have probably been concerned with his or her behavior at some point. This is important if you frequently have company, or if your dog is your constant companion out in public. Even if this isn't the case, it is still important to be sure your dog is well-behaved and will obey you. This also helps you develop a good relationship with your dog.
The first step to having a well behaved dog is to fully understand the dog's behavior. Only then will you be able to learn to communicate effectively with your pet, thereby, building a successful partnership. This is important, especially if you are the sole owner of the dog.
If you are the sole dog owner, you will probably spend a lot of time with your dog. Another step toward having a great relationship with your animal is to make sure he or she receives proper care. This means that you should regularly walk your dog, take a vested interest in his or her health needs, and always make sure you provide love and affection.
If you are having difficulty with your dog's behavior, there are steps you can take to work out a solution that will work for both dog and owner. This can mean consulting your vet for ideas, or enrolling your pet in obedience school. Obedience will teach your dog how to behave in certain situations as well as how to respond to given commands. A trainer can also help break bad habits your dog may have that is affecting his or hers behavior.
You will also be provided with step-by-step obedience exercises that you can practice with your dog at home. This will help to enforce the behaviors learned in class. Not doing so will most likely result in your dog resorting back to past behavior because the new behaviors are not being re-enforced.
It is also important to talk to and listen to your dog. Pay attention to how your dog acts and responds to those behaviors. If they are negative, try to find out what you can do to stop and prevent them. If your dog is doing well, be sure to give him or her, the proper praise that is well-deserved. Praise is just as important for dogs as it is for people and will help to promote continuing good behavior.
Author Resource: Bark Busters is Canada's most successful dog obedience training organization and will come right to your home to help you! http://www.barkbusters.ca/
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If you have a dog, you have probably been concerned with his or her behavior at some point. This is important if you frequently have company, or if your dog is your constant companion out in public. Even if this isn't the case, it is still important to be sure your dog is well-behaved and will obey you. This also helps you develop a good relationship with your dog.
The first step to having a well behaved dog is to fully understand the dog's behavior. Only then will you be able to learn to communicate effectively with your pet, thereby, building a successful partnership. This is important, especially if you are the sole owner of the dog.
If you are the sole dog owner, you will probably spend a lot of time with your dog. Another step toward having a great relationship with your animal is to make sure he or she receives proper care. This means that you should regularly walk your dog, take a vested interest in his or her health needs, and always make sure you provide love and affection.
If you are having difficulty with your dog's behavior, there are steps you can take to work out a solution that will work for both dog and owner. This can mean consulting your vet for ideas, or enrolling your pet in obedience school. Obedience will teach your dog how to behave in certain situations as well as how to respond to given commands. A trainer can also help break bad habits your dog may have that is affecting his or hers behavior.
You will also be provided with step-by-step obedience exercises that you can practice with your dog at home. This will help to enforce the behaviors learned in class. Not doing so will most likely result in your dog resorting back to past behavior because the new behaviors are not being re-enforced.
It is also important to talk to and listen to your dog. Pay attention to how your dog acts and responds to those behaviors. If they are negative, try to find out what you can do to stop and prevent them. If your dog is doing well, be sure to give him or her, the proper praise that is well-deserved. Praise is just as important for dogs as it is for people and will help to promote continuing good behavior.
Author Resource: Bark Busters is Canada's most successful dog obedience training organization and will come right to your home to help you! http://www.barkbusters.ca/
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Friday, June 4, 2010
Taking Your Dog To Work With You
I recently read a really interesting article about taking your dog to work with you. You may enjoy reading Should You Take Your Dog To Work?: "A dog can bring smiles and joy to a workplace—if the circumstances are right. READ THIS FIRST"
First, you must know your company's dog policy. Some places of employment do not permit dogs on the premises due to different reasons.
You also need to be considerate of your co-workers. Even if your company says it is perfectly fine to bring your dog to the office, that doesn't necessary mean that all of your co-workers definitely agree with that idea. One of your co-workers may happen to be allergic to dogs. That is why it is so important to check with your co-workers and make sure they consent to the dog's visit.
If you have everyone's permission, there are a few things you may want to consider. How your dog responds to your work environment may depend on his own personality and prior training.
Always remember your dog's daily needs. If you take your dog to work with you, remember to bring his dog food and bowl, a water bowl, and some safe and appropriate dog toys. You may also want to bring a portable dog bed or crate. It may be helpful to bring some supplies to clean up after your dog, if necessary. It will be important to your dog to show him some attention throughout the day and schedule enough time to take him out for walks.
It may be a smart idea to just bring your dog in part-time, maybe half-days at first, so you can see how he reacts to your work office environment.
A dog can bring a lot of happiness and smiles to a workplace!
First, you must know your company's dog policy. Some places of employment do not permit dogs on the premises due to different reasons.
You also need to be considerate of your co-workers. Even if your company says it is perfectly fine to bring your dog to the office, that doesn't necessary mean that all of your co-workers definitely agree with that idea. One of your co-workers may happen to be allergic to dogs. That is why it is so important to check with your co-workers and make sure they consent to the dog's visit.
If you have everyone's permission, there are a few things you may want to consider. How your dog responds to your work environment may depend on his own personality and prior training.
Always remember your dog's daily needs. If you take your dog to work with you, remember to bring his dog food and bowl, a water bowl, and some safe and appropriate dog toys. You may also want to bring a portable dog bed or crate. It may be helpful to bring some supplies to clean up after your dog, if necessary. It will be important to your dog to show him some attention throughout the day and schedule enough time to take him out for walks.
It may be a smart idea to just bring your dog in part-time, maybe half-days at first, so you can see how he reacts to your work office environment.
A dog can bring a lot of happiness and smiles to a workplace!
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Create A Bond With Your Dog Through Puppy Obedience Training
By: Mark Robert
Just because you love your puppy with all of your heart does not mean you shouldn't get the little fuzzy guy some obedience training.
In fact, if you have a new puppy, you should really look into all of the advantages and disadvantages of the training so you can make an educated decision on whether to enroll your pet or not.
There are a plethora of reasons why obedience training should be considered.
In the first place, there are some people who visit you who may not share the same love for your puppy that you have.
There are some pet owners who feel they have to lock their pet in a room or put them outside when visitors come to their home, but a little bit of obedience training can fix this problem.
This way, you will be able to keep your pet with you, and you will not run into any expected problems while your guests are there.
Secondly, many dogs, and especially puppies, are at to run out the front door and into the street when a new guest arrives. You certainly don't want them to get hit by a car!
You definitely don't want your beloved four-legged friend to be hit by a vehicle! Through obedience training, your dog will figure out where you want him to be and when. This way, you will be able to ensure that he is safe at all times.
This will increase his safety and give you peace of mind.
Many pet owners have rooms that are off-limit to their pets, and these can range from sitting rooms to the kitchen.
The temperament of you dog is an important determining factor for the need of obedience training, because certain breeds have aggressive tendencies that make such training a must.
There are a variety of dog breeds, including German Shepherds and Bulldogs that can greatly benefit from obedience training, and it is important to start them at a young age.
Lastly, many owners find that going through obedience training with their pet helps them maintain a good relationship; spoiling only leads to subordination and domination -- usually by the pet.
Through proper communication and instruction, you will be able to house train your pet and establish boundaries that both of you can respect.
You will find that there are many options for obedience training, and the only thing you will have to do is decide what approach is best for you and your pet.
Author Resource: Looking to find the best advices on dogs obedience training, then visit www.puppyobediencetrainingtips.net/ to find the best information on puppy obedience training.
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