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You’ll be shocked to know what’s on Dr. Whitney Terrell’s "5 Breeds I would never own” list. Do you agree with her? Tell us in the comments below 👇
Vet reveals the dog breeds she would never get and the five she loves
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Alabama veterinarian has shared her controversial opinions on what the best and worst dog breeds are. She listed her least-favourite breeds with one very popular pooch at number one.
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2 days ago
19 things your dog wants from you.
Think your dog lives for nose smooches and belly rubs? Not even close. Here's what your dogs really, really enjoy (and what they hate)
1. Pats, rubs and butt scratches (and skip the hugs)
2. Your dirtiest, stinkiest, sweatiest clothes
3. Toys of their own
4. A challenging puzzle to solve.
5. No outfits, please
6. Chest rubs, not belly rubs
7. A nice peaceful nap in a quiet spot
8. To check their "pee-mail"
9. For you to be their fearless leader
10. A consistent, predictable routine.
11. No human kisses
12. Soothing, positive (sounding) words.
13.The same tasty, nutritious dog kibble.
14. To be left alone by strangers.
15. Consistent praise and correction from you.
16. Gentle petting (just not the head)
17. A loving glance.
18. New friends - from a distance
19. For you to be happy.
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Last week was Dental Health Week so we’ve looked at the why and when of dog braces. Yup, you heard that right! Tell us below if you’ve ever seen a dog with braces and what your thoughts are on it!
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Toilet training a puppy is one of the not-so-fun parts of getting a new canine family member. But if you’re diligent and know what you’re doing, you can avoid most of the accidents. Toilet training your puppy correctly from the start will set you and your dog up well for life and you can then rest easy that they’re house trained.
Be ready for a few sleepless nights in the interim though!
Tips for toilet training your puppy
Getting your puppy housetrained will require some patience and dedication. But if you’re consistent and kind, you should have cracked it within a few weeks. Much quicker than a human baby (bonus).
And once your toilet training is sorted, here are four more age-appropriate puppy training tips to get started with.
Give them lots of opportunity to go at the right time
When you’re toilet training your puppy, you want to set them up for success. If you expect them to hold it in for hours at a time, you’re basically asking for a mishap. Make sure to take your puppy outside once every hour or so (as well as when they indicate they need to – the signs will become familiar) to give them the chance to relieve themselves.
At night, feed your pup at least three hours before bed and then remove their water about two hours before bedtime. Take them outside right before you go to bed and again first thing in the morning. You may also need to get up in the night to take them outside. If you do this, be quiet and calm so that your puppy doesn’t think it’s play time.
Establish a routine and location
Seeing as we’re on the topic of babies, both human and fur ones respond well to a consistent routine.
Feed your new puppy at the same time each day to help yourself predict when they’ll need to go to the toilet. Take them out first thing in the morning without exception (no coffee first!) so that your puppy learns they’ll have an opportunity to do their business early.
Taking them outside to the exact same spot each time is also a useful way to get that toilet training going. They’ll learn to associate that spot with toileting, through both sight and smell. Anyone who has scoured their backyard for dog poo will agree that one toilet is better than many…
Other helpful tips for toilet training your puppy
Lots of little things can help your puppy get toilet trained more quickly. Here are some additional tactics you can try to put into action:
- Use the same word every time you take your puppy outside to go to the toilet – word association helps animals retain information better too
- Remember that most puppies will need to go within half an hour after eating a meal. Plan for this and use it to your advantage
- You can keep your puppy shut within a room with you while you’re house training. This just means you can watch for any signs that they need to go out and catch them before there’s an accident in the house. Obvious signs include whining, scratching at the door, sniffing and walking in circles, and starting to squat or lift a leg.
What to do if your puppy has an accident
It’s to be expected that your puppy will get it wrong from time to time, even with the best trainer in the world. How you respond to little accidents is a big part of successfully toilet training your puppy.
If you find a mess somewhere in the house, don’t punish your dog. The age old advice of rubbing their nose in it and giving a smack doesn’t actually work, according to Pet School Academy’s Puppy Potty Training Guide. They say that the mess might have been from hours ago, and puppies aren’t able to make the connection. Instead, your puppy will just learn that you could punish them without warning and for seemingly no reason. You can imagine how that might make them scared and mistrustful.
What are you encouraged to do instead? Simply clean it up quietly. Make sure to clean thoroughly though, as any remaining odours might encourage your puppy to repeat the offence in the same spot.
If you do happen to catch your dog in the act of toileting inside your house, tell them no. Then, pick them up and take them outside where you want them to do their business. Once they’re done, give plenty of praise and a treat. Now you’re teaching them that if they go to the toilet in the right place, they get lots of love and praise. Done consistently, they’ll understand that this is the right choice.
Does your puppy need pet insurance?
While you’re navigating the important business of toilet training your puppy, maybe it’s time to think about getting a quote for pet insurance too? It can’t help you housetrain your pup but insurance can provide a “soft landing” if things go wrong and your puppy needs veterinary attention.
And while you’re thinking about vets and pets, here’s a guide on how to give medicine to your puppy.
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