All Things Dog Blog

---

ASK THE TRAINER: Why Crate Train Your Dog? Posted: 26 Mar 2010 01:37 PM PDT Find me on Facebook   Follow me on Twitter   Write to Dr. Jacki, ASK THE VET ASK THE TRAINER at All Things Dog Blog (c) photo copyright Judith Joseph Isn't Nap Time Grande? Dear Judy: My husband and I are planning to adopt a dog soon, partly for our son, and also for me to run with. We have decided to get a puppy, so we can bond with it from a young age, and raise it with proper house manners. He is worried about house training. I have read about crate training and understand why it is good for the dog and the family. What I need is help for my husband to understand the reasoning, the long term benefits of using a crate, and the how tos in the beginning. Can you give us a crash course to supplement what I have read? Thanks, Amy ----------------------------------------- Dear Amy: Though crate training is not as controversial today, there is still a stigma attached.  Some owners aren't sure whether crating is good, or if it's "inhumane".   It is inhumane to leave a dog crated for long hours every day. However, proper crate training and usage provides dogs a safe, warm, and comfortable space. At first I was opposed to crating, but my observations when working with dogs routinely crated was that they loved their crate, their "space", and they felt safe from the unknown within it.  My experiences with crate training dogs of all types revealed a recipe for success.  The key ingredient of that recipe is The Introduction.  Your dog should form a positive association with the crate from the very beginning. Developing a negative association with it could result in a barking, scratching, yelping nightmare. Good Reasons to Crate Train Now: If used properly, crates are a quick and effective way to potty train pups and older dogs, as they prefer not to toilet in their bed. Young pups need training before having run of the house. As hard as you and I try, we can't keep our eyes on them 60 seconds of every minute. A crate is a safe play area for an hour or so when he needs to be out of the way so you can see about a baby, or your children, work your home business, do household chores or gardening, prepare dinner, shower--you get the idea. You won't have to "unteach" bad behaviors learned while you were not looking, like eating household plants. When you must leave him, crating protects your home from doggie damage. No coming home to torn pillows and chewed table legs. He will learn house manners easier with no bad chewing habits to break. Dogs develop a "den" lifestyle, choosing to retreat to their crate when they are tired or want to relax. Crates provide a secure spot in the car when traveling, preventing your dog from jumping around while you drive. Crating him while entertaining at home allows your dog to be present, but not in the way. No wagging tail knocking over drinks or wet nose sniffing chips and dip. Crate trained dogs are especially appreciated by pet professionals. They don't usually bark, scratch, or yelp when crated at the veterinarian's office, doggie daycare center, or dog salon. (C) photo copyright Carrie Boyko 2009 Oliver Enjoys the Safety of His Crate In short, crate trained dogs learn to appreciate down time in their own private space, out of mischief and the activity of the household. For tips on crate training and answers to common questions such as "what type and size crate to purchase"; "how to use crate for potty training", "when not to crate"; "how to cure a crate barker"; and "where to put the crate", visit Total Control Dog Owner Assistance . Good luck, Judy ASK THE TRAINER Columnist Judith Joseph, D.O.I. ASK THE TRAINER at All Things Dog Blog Send your questions to: LetsAdoptaDogPark@gmail.com For more information on Judith Joseph and her training, you may find her at TCDOA Dog Training. A personal appointment will likely provide more specific information on your dog's issues and your questions. Alternatives to Crate Training Your Puppy by Judith W. Joseph, DOI, Professional Dog Trainer Enter your email address: Delivered by FeedBurner Follow All Things Dog at Twitter   Find me at Facebook

You are subscribed to email updates from All Things Dog Blog To stop receiving these emails, you may unsubscribe now.	Email delivery powered by Google
Google Inc., 20 West Kinzie, Chicago IL USA 60610

Spring Sale, Teach Your Dog To Come When Called

Easy unsubscribe instructions are at the bottom of this e-mail. Email not displaying correctly? View It In Your Browser Dear Friends of PupLife, Spring is finally here! To celebrate, we are having a huge Spring Sale. For a limited time, you can save up to 75% on some of our best selling dog supplies.  Scout and Rita (our Chief Canine Officers) have been testing out tons of amazing new products, and we can't wait to share them with you. Visit our New & Woof-Tastic collection to view all our latest additions. Thank you for reading our newsletter and shopping at PupLife.com. Please don't forget to follow us on FaceBook and Twitter, and give your dogs a hug and kiss from us. Eric, Leslie, Chip & Pete PupLife Dog Supplies Cool & On Sale ClearQuest Puppy Pads (100 Count) Housebreaking your puppy just got a lot easier. ClearQuest Pet Puppy Pads are super absorbent puppy pads that can absorb 100 times their weight in liquid and still stay dry. Only $28.99 (Regularly $32.99)   Pet Blinkers Dog Safety Lights Keep your pet safe at night during walks with Pet Blinkers! Great for kids and joggers, too. Attach to coat zippers or keychains for extra visibility and safety. Pet Blinkers attach easily to collars, leads, and harnesses. They are water resistant and visible up to 1/2 mile. Only $2.99 (Regularly $6.99) For Dog Lovers Only CD - Jonathan Hoffman For Dog Lovers Only is the newest CD from award-winning singer/songwriter, Jonathan Hoffman. For Dog Lovers Only contains 14 original dog tunes each written from a dog’s point of view. Throughout the CD, Hoffman’s songs depict an unconditional love of dogs. The muscial styles of the songs range from blues to jazz, and folk to country. Only $1.99 (Regularly $14.99)   Wig Wag Ball Dog Toy Wig Wag Balls are easy to grip rubber balls that dogs love. Half green, half blue. Lots of fun, and bouncy too! These Wig Wag balls are made of durable, tough rubber. They roll and wobble in a cute manner and dogs can’t wait to fetch them. Only $7.49 (Regularly $8.99)  Fresh Wave Odor Neutralizing Gel No masking fragrances. No harsh chemicals. Instead Fresh Wave attracts, captures and neutralizes pet odors – leaving you with a clean, natural smelling environment. Fresh Wave is earth-friendly, natural and safe for both humans and the environment. Only $11.99 (Regularly $14.99) View More Cool & On Sale Items Coupon Code: $5 Off Any $50 Order Save $5 on your next $50 order. Simply use the following coupon code during check out. But hurry, this coupon expires on March 30th. Code: FIVEDOLLARS Good For: $5 Off Any $50 Order Expires: March 30th Coupon code may not be combined, doubled, or used in conjunction with other offers, codes, discounts or promotions. How To Teach Your Dog To Come When Called When you call your dog to come, does he ignore you? Don’t feel jilted! He simply needs to learn a recall cue. Using Rewards To Train Your Dog Many dogs will ignore their owner’s plea to come when called because they have never had an incentive to do so. Why should a dog stop doing what he loves like sniffing for squirrels to come inside? For Dog Treats of course! Using Positive Reinforcement Dog Training, you can teach your dog to come when called. Here are some dog training tips that will help. Teaching your dog to come when called works best when your dog already knows his name and has a decent food drive. Teach Your Dog To Listen For Cues First, take your dog to a fenced in yard or a contained park. Using a Long Line Training Leash, allow your dog to explore the surroundings. When your dog is distracted, call his name (Fido!) followed by the cue (Come!). When he turns and looks toward you, use your indicator word (Yes!) or clicker and start moving backwards encouraging him to chase you. When he catches you give him lots of treats. Be sure to release him (Okay!) and then repeat the exercise. Read More How To Teach Your Dog To Come When Called PupLife Best Seller Red Dingo Two Tone Pink Heart Stainless Steel & Enamel Dog Tag Red Dingo’s new Stainless Steel & Enamel Two Tone Heart Dog ID Tag is made of stainless steel and durable enamel. It is beautiful! When it comes to dog tags, your pet deserves the best. These tags are polished and hand buffed. Trust us, they are absolutely gorgeous. Plus, engraving is absolutely free.  Only $12.99  From The Dog Blog Latest Headlines From The PupLife Dog Blog Thanks Easter Bunny, Woof Woof! Adopt A Shelter Pet Stamps Family Counseling Therapy Dogs Friday Photo: Remy With A Bone New & Woof-Tastic: Fromm's Grain-Free Treats Paws With A Purpose Dogs Can Sniff Out Bedbugs PupLife - Intelligent Dog Supplies Since 2003   Quotable "Bow wow wow, yippy yo, yippy yay!" - George Clinton What's Hot Dog Clean Up Plush Dog Toys A Tail We Could Wag Collars Puppy Supplies Lupine Collars Dog Training Supplies Product Spotlight Le Zoo Bear Dog Toy   The Le Zoo Bear Dog Toy is hand-knit from 100% cotton and designed with pure love. This classic design is double reinforced for durability and features a squeaker for added fun! Le Zoo Elephant and Giraffe sold separately. Simply adorable! Size: 3"  Color: Pink or Blue Striped. Designed for teacup breeds and  dogs up to 15 pounds only. Only $11.99 Shop PupLife For Dog Beds Dog Blankets Dog Bowls Dog Carriers Dog Charms Dog Clean Up Dog Clothes Dog Collars Dog Crates Dog Food Dog Gates Dog Grooming Dog Harnesses Dog ID Tags Dog Leashes Dog Strollers Dog Toys Dog Training Supplies Dog Travel Supplies Dog Treats Cat Supplies Puppy Supplies Gifts For Dog Lovers Shop By Breed Shop By Occasion Our mailing address is: PupLife.com 2754 54th Street Fennville, MI 49408 Copyright (C) 2009 PupLife.com All rights reserved.

Sent to rookiie001@gmail.com. Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Forward to a Friend

All Things Dog Blog

---

ASK THE VET: Dog Parks and Puppies Posted: 24 Mar 2010 01:00 PM PDT Find me on Facebook   Follow me on Twitter   Write to Dr. Jacki, ASK THE VET ASK THE TRAINER at All Things Dog Blog (c) photo copyright Carrie Boyko When Can I Go to the Dog Park? Dear Dr. Jacki: My new labradoodle is going to be a big, energetic dog in no time, I am sure. I want to be able to take him places and know he will be friendly with people and dogs. I want to have him visit a dog park to learn to play like a real dog should. When will he be old enough to go to the park safely? Should I start him out in the small dog park? Do you have any suggestions on keeping him healthy if we visit the park a lot? I do not want him to get sick, but I do want him to get plenty of playtime and exercise. Can you give me some advice on the health issues that might be a problem with regular dog park visits. Sincerely, K ----------------------------------------------------  Dear K: Ideally he would not go to a dog park, pet store or grooming facility before having all of his puppy vaccinations. Obviously he will be exposed to more diseases at these locations because there are more animals. I do think that it is very important for him to get plenty of exercise, so a dog park is a great place to go. I would choose to go to a dog park in the 'off hours.' Find a time when it is not so crowded, like maybe between 9-5 on a weekday, and avoid the weekends initially. See how he does. It is a must to be on heartworm preventive and flea preventive once a month in Florida. By giving these, it will greatly reduce the chances of getting heartworm disease and becoming infested with fleas. If you notice fleas in his stool, be sure to take a sample to your veterinarian for a stool check. I hope that gives you a good place to start! Dr. Jacki Dr. Jacki, D.V.M. ASK THE VET on All Things Dog Blog LetsAdoptaDogPark@gmail.com  > For more information on Dr. Jacki and her practice, you may find her at  4 Paws House Calls. A personal appointment will likely provide more specific information on your dog and your specific questions. You can find more of Dr. Jacki's articles at her archives page Dr. Jacki's opinion or advice does not replace an actual exam with a veterinarian.  Related Reading: Guidelines for First Time Dog Park Visitors Biking with Your Dog: Fun and Fitness for Both of You Backpacks are Not Just for Students Any Longer The Importance of Exercising Your Dog--Mentally and Physically Thanks to reader C.F. for allowing me to photograph Ziggy, our spokes model for today! Enter your email address: Delivered by FeedBurner Follow All Things Dog at Twitter   Find me at Facebook

You are subscribed to email updates from All Things Dog Blog To stop receiving these emails, you may unsubscribe now.	Email delivery powered by Google
Google Inc., 20 West Kinzie, Chicago IL USA 60610

petmyforum.com

---

Lady Gaga – Poker Face Posted: 23 Mar 2010 04:18 AM PDT Mum mum mum mah Mum mum mum mah I wanna hold em’ like they do in Texas please Fold em’ let em’ hit me raise it baby stay with me (I love it) LoveGame intuition play the cards with Spades to start And after he’s been hooked I’ll play the one that’s on his heart Oh, oh, oh, oh, ohhhh, oh-oh-e-oh-oh-oh I’ll get him hot, show him what I’ve got Oh, oh, oh, oh, ohhhh, oh-oh-e-oh-oh-oh, I’ll get him hot, show him what I’ve got Can’t read my, Can’t read my No he can’t read my poker face (she’s got me like nobody) Can’t read my Can’t read my No he can’t read my poker face (she’s got me like nobody) P-p-p-poker face, p-p-poker face (Mum mum mum mah) P-p-p-poker face, p-p-poker face (Mum mum mum mah) I wanna roll with him a hard pair we will be A little gambling is fun when you’re with me I love it) Russian Roulette is not the same without a gun And baby when it’s love if its not rough it isn’t fun, fun Oh, oh, oh, oh, ohhhh, oh-oh-e-oh-oh-oh I’ll get him hot, show him what I’ve got Oh, oh, oh, oh, ohhhh, oh-oh-e-oh-oh-oh, I’ll get him hot, show him what I’ve got Can’t read my, Can’t read my No he can’t read my poker face (she’s got me like nobody) Can’t read my Can’t read my No he can’t read my poker face (she’s got me like nobody) P-p-p-poker face, p-p-poker face (Mum mum mum mah) P-p-p-poker face, p-p-poker face (Mum mum mum mah) I won’t tell you that I love you Kiss or hug you Cause I’m bluffin’ with my muffin I’m not lying I’m just stunnin’ with my love-glue-gunning Just like a chick in the casino Take your bank before I pay you out I promise this, promise this Check this hand cause I’m marvelous Can’t read my, Can’t read my No he can’t read my poker face (she’s got me like nobody) Can’t read my Can’t read my No he can’t read my poker face (she’s got me like nobody) Can’t read my, Can’t read my No he can’t read my poker face (she’s got me like nobody) Can’t read my Can’t read my No he can’t read my poker face (she’s got me like nobody) Can’t read my, Can’t read my No he can’t read my poker face (she’s got me like nobody) Can’t read my Can’t read my No he can’t read my poker face (she’s got me like nobody) P-p-p-poker face, p-p-poker face (Mum mum mum mah) P-p-p-poker face, p-p-poker face (Mum mum mum mah) P-p-p-poker face, p-p-poker face (Mum mum mum mah) P-p-p-poker face, p-p-poker face (Mum mum mum mah) P-p-p-poker face, p-p-poker face (Mum mum mum mah) P-p-p-poker face, p-p-poker face (Mum mum mum mah) This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

You are subscribed to email updates from To stop receiving these emails, you may unsubscribe now.	Email delivery powered by Google
Google Inc., 20 West Kinzie, Chicago IL USA 60610