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		<title>Training Your Puppy To Go Outside</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here are some simple steps to learn how to house train a puppy helping your puppy to go outside and not in the house
 1. Determine where outside that you are going to want your puppy going is your first step. It should be a convenient place where it is close enough to the door [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Here are some simple steps to learn <a href="http://how-to-house-train-a-puppy.com">how to house train a puppy</a> helping your puppy to go outside and not in the house</p>
<p> 1. Determine where outside that you are going to want your puppy going is your first step. It should be a convenient place where it is close enough to the door for the puppy to be able to go quickly if it has to. Then again, you dont want the spot to be too close so that guests or family will bring in anything on their shoes. Keep in mind areas where your family likes to spend time and where children might play, as well.</p>
<p> 2. Puppies can&#8217;t tell you at first when they have to go outside but you can be a big help in determining when. Eventually, he will make it through this stage and notify you, but don&#8217;t be surprised if he has to go 5 minutes after coming in, because puppies have small bladders and urinary tracts.</p>
<p> Tips to determine when is the right time include:</p>
<p>* When your puppy wakes up .<br /> * Taking your puppy out of its crate or dog bed.<br /> * When he&#8217;s awake, consider every 30 to 60 minutes, based on his age.<br /> * Watch when he eats or drinks because he will need to go shortly thereafter<br /> * If the puppy gets up and starts looking around after napping or chewing on a toy.<br /> * Puppies sniffing the floor is a definate signal.<br /> * If he&#8217;s gone potty in a certain spot before and returns there.<br /> *Getting exciting and running around can mean he needs to go outside.<br /> * Anytime you see him wander to the door or even look at it.<br /> * The obvious signs-pacing, whining, or starting to squat. Keep in mind that male puppies squat like female puppies until they are 4-9 months old.</p>
<p> 3. Watching your puppy anytime he is not confined is important because it only takes a couple of minutes to squat and pee if you aren&#8217;t watching. For this reason, many puppies are confined to their crates until house trained and this works for many. If you limit his movements, either by keeping him on a leash or by restricting him to one or two rooms, it is easier to watch the puppy for signs.</p>
<p> Be sure you don&#8217;t get distracted or preoccupied with household tasks, because housebreaking your puppy will become a longer, more difficult task, if you don&#8217;t keep a watchful eye and realize it&#8217;s your responsibility to take him outside when he needs to go.</p>
<p> 4. Whenever your puppy needs to go as listed in step 2, or at least every hour whichever is less, your puppy needs to be taken or directed to the same spot and teach him using the same verbal command of your choice.<br /> • Every hour, you should quickly take him outside to the designated toilet area, but be sure you take some treats to reward the puppy each time he goes on command. Encourage him to go quickly by hurrying him along and this will also tend to jiggle his bowels and bladder, if you can get him to run to the spot you have designated. The puppy should immediately start sniffing and go quickly, once you reach the designated area.</p>
<p> To train your dog quickly, you need to take him out every hour and get him used to running to the right spot and going on command. </p>
<p> • Take your puppy to the designated spot using a leash, even if you have a fenced in yard as it will also teach him to go while on a leash.</p>
<p> • Don&#8217;t stare at the dog, but stand quietly until he begins to go. You are also going to ignore the dog if he acts more interested in the treat . When he does start to go, quietly (so you don&#8217;t startle him) say &#8220;go potty&#8221; or whatever cue you have decided on, just make sure it is something you can say in public and use each time, in case you are in the park or your children are around. Keep in mind you might have to use it other places, in the event you walk the dog or go on vacation.</p>
<p> • After your dog is finished, lavish the puppy with rewards, including praise, along with a treat, because it can mean quicker results!</p>
<p> Don&#8217;t just open the door and let your dog run out by himself to go potty or you might not have success in housebreaking and the whole process will take longer. You want to be sure that he relates getting a treat to going on command, so this is important to monitor and practice for the best success.</p>
<p> 5.Results will be quicker the more time you spend playing with your puppy during the training. You don&#8217;t want to immediately put him back in the crate or ignore the puppy after you have brought him back inside, or the puppy will relate going pee to punishment when he gets back inside. You might want to take him for a walk after the puppy goes, or find other things to do with the puppy inside so that it will look forward to going outside and going pee in the designated area. Extra rewards of praise and play will encourage him to go potty more quickly and you don&#8217;t want him to be trained to the treat, alone. For housebreaking your puppy, it is important that you add additional things tto make it rewarding for puppies. Check out the tutorial online <a href="http://how-to-house-train-a-puppy.com">how to crate train a puppy</a> .</p>
<p>Master these steps <a href="http://how-to-house-train-a-puppy.com">how to house train a puppy</a> and your best friend will be your buddy fast.</p>
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		<title>Orphaned Puppy Care: Things That You Are Going To Need To Know</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2009 09:35:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When it comes to the matter of orphaned puppy care, there are many different things that you are going to have to know and take into consideration. After all, most of the time any orphaned puppies that you find are going to be very unhealthy, and so you are going to have to know how [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When it comes to the matter of orphaned <a href="http://www.doggydan.co.nz/">puppy care</a>, there are many different things that you are going to have to know and take into consideration. After all, most of the time any orphaned puppies that you find are going to be very unhealthy, and so you are going to have to know how to properly and safely nurse them back to health.</p>
<p> About Orphaned Puppy Care</p>
<p> One of the first and most major things that anyone should know about orphaned puppy care is the fact that when you come across an orphaned puppy, you really have to make sure that you do not move them.</p>
<p> This is because before you can move them you have to see what is wrong with them, so that you can be sure that moving them is not going to make it worse.</p>
<p> Feel around their body lightly, to see if they make any noises when you go near certain areas, and if they are silent while you poke gently around, then most likely they do not have any broken bones and so you will generally be okay to move them, take them back to the shelter or your home, where you can provide further orphaned puppy care for them.</p>
<p> However, if they do whimper when you go near a certain area, then they may have bruising around there or they may even have a sprained or broken limb. Therefore, you are going to have to make sure that you have a veterinarian standing by who can tell you exactly what is going on and whether or not you should move them.</p>
<p> Just remember that orphaned <a href="http://www.doggydan.co.nz/">puppy training</a> is a wonderful thing, and if you are out there taking care of orphaned animals, then you are really doing something great for the world. There are so many cases around the world each day of people simply dropping off animals wherever they feel like it, without a care in the world.</p>
<p> These <a href="http://pestscontrol.co.nz">animals</a> would not be able to make it on their own most of the time, particularly not when they are babies, such as puppies, and so the fact that there are people out there who are caring and willing to do something about this is truly a wonderful and fantastic thing.</p>
<p> Just make sure that you know what you are doing and that you never rush anything when you find an orphaned animal, because just like humans, you can worsen it if you rush it.</p>
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		<title>The Peter Pan of Boxer Puppy Care</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2009 13:36:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Boxers have a very long puppyhood and are most frequently called, the “Peter Pan” of the dog world. They are not considered fully mature until they are two to three years old. Therefore, Boxer puppy care is extremely important.  This is one of the longest puppyhoods in the dog kingdom. They need a lot of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Boxers have a very long puppyhood and are most frequently called, the “Peter Pan” of the dog world. They are not considered fully mature until they are two to three years old. Therefore, Boxer puppy care is extremely important.  This is one of the longest puppyhoods in the dog kingdom. They need a lot of <a href="http://www.doggydan.co.nz/">puppy training</a> in their early months to keep their master from wearing out.  </p>
<p> Boxers are very friendly and make an exceptional family pet. They are very alert, intelligent and strong dogs. But these dogs need good socialization skills as puppies in order to tolerate other dogs later on in their lives. The boxer, by nature, is not an aggressive or vicious dog.  However, he can become over&#45;protective and dominating, if socialization has not been developed in his young years. So, a major part of Boxer puppy care is socialization. Bringing another puppy or an older dog into his environment at an early age will help him socialize within the dog kingdom.</p>
<p> <a href="http://www.doggydan.co.nz/">Dog Training</a></p>
<p> Since Boxers have such long puppy lives, it is very important in Boxer puppy care to bring training into their lives as soon as possible. After food, exercise and boundaries have been established, your puppy needs to start training.  The housebreaking of your Boxer puppy can be done very simply. Using the crate method is very successful with Boxers.</p>
<p> Actually, most housebreaking methods are successful with Boxers because of their intelligence. Your local pet store will have many books on the different ways to housebreak puppies. But your Boxer puppy care will become more successful if you use the ‘clicker’ method. It is proven that Boxers respond better to clickers than they do to voice commands.  Again, your pet store will help you in finding a good clicker training class or book.</p>
<p> Start very young with your Boxer <a href="http://dogstraining.co.nz">dog training</a> and the both of you will be much happier together. Learning all of the various commands at a young age can only be a winning combination. Boxers love to be obedient and they love to have respect from their owners. They are often used for service dogs, guide dogs for the blind, therapy dogs and police dogs in K9 units. The military use these dogs as messenger dogs, pack carriers, and attack and guard dogs.</p>
<p> After watching the versatility of these dogs in their later years, it is no wonder that Boxer puppy care is very important. The love and affection they give to their owners and their socialization with the world begins in their early puppy years. It seems obvious that Boxer puppy care, of the Peter Pan of dogs, is very important to our civilization.</p>
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		<title>Important Facts to Consider with Siberian Husky Puppy Care</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Siberian husky was originally bred centuries ago by the Chukchi tribes that lived in the northern area of Asia. The first purpose of the dog was for pulling sleds, and in the early 1900’s these dogs were brought to Alaska to compete in dog&#45;sledding competitions. Many were quick to note the abilities of these [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Siberian husky was originally bred centuries ago by the Chukchi tribes that lived in the northern area of Asia. The first purpose of the dog was for pulling sleds, and in the early 1900’s these dogs were brought to Alaska to compete in dog&#45;sledding competitions. Many were quick to note the abilities of these rugged dogs, and when they were introduced into the rest of the United States a number of years later, their popularity rose significantly and quickly. Now this breed makes a popular family pet for many, although it is important to understand this dog and the basics of Siberian husky <a href="http://www.doggydan.co.nz/">puppy training</a> before bringing one of these animals into your home.</p>
<p> The Temperament of the Siberian Husky</p>
<p> The Siberian husky is a friendly dog, although not overly loyal to his particular master. While he is an intelligent dog, he can also be somewhat willful and stubborn, making <a href="http://www.doggydan.co.nz/">dog training</a> as a part of your Siberian husky puppy care a bit challenging at times. However, despite his independent streak, he can also be affectionate and eager to please, which means that with some patience and consistency, this dog can make a great family pet. The breed is generally very good with children, probably since the original breed that lived with the Chukchi tribes was often allowed to sleep inside the home with the children to keep them warm in the frigid winter temperatures of the area.</p>
<p> Preparing for your Siberian Husky</p>
<p> The first step in preparing for your Siberian husky puppy care is to provide a fenced yard for your dog to run in. This breed has a definite tendency to run – and will run away if let loose without the confines of a fence. It is extremely important to remember that if your dog is not within the confines of his yard, he needs to be on a leash at all times. This is for his <a href="http://www.xpanda.co.nz">protection</a> as well as for your peace of mind. This dog is also an energetic and social creature that will need plenty of playtimes with his owner to keep him from getting bored. A bored dog can become a destructive one, so another important part of your Siberian husky puppy care will be to spend time each day playing with your pup.</p>
<p> Grooming</p>
<p> These dogs do tend to shed their lush and beautiful coats, so another part of your Siberian husky puppy care will be frequent brushings. Generally this can be done once or twice a week, especially during the heavy shedding seasons that occur a couple of times each year. Aside from the brushings, your Siberian husky will probably be fairly conscientious about keeping his coat clean on his own, since this breed is almost cat&#45;like in the way they groom themselves. It is rare to have to worry about odors or parasites as part of your Siberian husky puppy care.<br /> A Siberian husky can make a wonderful family pet and a good companion. With the basics of Siberian husky puppy care under your belt, you will be ready to bring your dog home to meet his new family.</p>
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		<title>Lab Puppy Training Will Produce A Loving Friend</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lab puppy care will make a significant difference in the life of a dog.  People usually get their dogs when they are little puppies so the training and care of this puppy can be important to the long life of the dog.  Lab puppy care should start from the choice of the breed.  Lab puppy [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Lab puppy care will make a significant difference in the life of a dog.  People usually get their dogs when they are little puppies so the <a href="http://muscle-building-review.com">training</a> and care of this puppy can be important to the long life of the dog.  Lab puppy care should start from the choice of the breed.  Lab puppy care is quite easy compared to the care of these dogs grown to full size.  A Lab puppy is usually an adorable bundle of soft hair that eats a little bit from a bowl carefully placed on the kitchen floor.A full grown Lab can be a huge, monstrous dog that is filled with unbelievable energy.  Anyone looking for a new pet should check out the full grown animals.</p>
<p> Lab puppy care should start with choosing an expert breeder.  These people know how to produce great dogs, and they start training the dogs properly at a very young age.  This training could make a difference in the behavior of the dog from the very beginning until the dog ages gracefully.  Lab puppy care will be much easier if the breeder has done the proper <a href="http://www.doggydan.co.nz/">dog training</a> from the birth of the dog.When the dog has grown completely, this proper training should make a huge difference when trying to control a huge, full&#45;grown Lab.</p>
<p> Lab Puppy Care Includes Serious Training Methods And Proper Nutrition</p>
<p> Nothing is more important in Lab puppy care than proper healthcare.  Each puppy should have some shots before they are turned over to the new owner.  These shots should be followed up on a regular basis with periodic visits to a qualified veterinarian.The proper shots from a doctor will help to avoid serious problems with each puppy.  Lab puppy care should include special attention to the eyes of the puppy.  Labs are often susceptible to eye problems so this is very important. </p>
<p> Lab puppy care includes a place for exercise because Labs are very frisky and energetic.  These puppies should be able to get enough exercise.A Lab puppy who gets some attention with a game of fetch will not get into other mischief.  Lab puppy care requires some basic <a href="http://www.doggydan.co.nz/">puppy training</a> including staying happily on a leash and sitting when commanded.  All the members of the family should take part in the training of the puppy or the puppy will respond to some members and not others.</p>
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