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She shouldnt have to fend for herself.She is a pup & being totally overwhelmed.She is only 9 weeks old afterall. As her owner you need to pay more attention & remove her to a safe zone when it becomes all to much otherwise you are setting her up for failure.
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Okay for example my large breed pup has just turned 12 months.We have been walking around the block & last week progressed to a bite further. He is a very fit dog as he free runs all day BUT walking is a new level of fitness & he is still building up to this new level . All ours get the small walks as its essential for outside skills but walking to socialise compared to walking to wear out is a whole new ball game. I generally start getting the ball rolling at 10 mths in moderation & building them up to 12 months,then 12 months im building up for 14 moths & then 2 years is quickly there & there at top gear Your hubbie needs to remember how long it took him to happily run that distance ,i dare say he built up to that level. All dogs need exercise but pups are pups.There growing . What did your breeder say ??
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Can't Choose From A Few Dry Foods
Dogsfevr replied to all that glitters's topic in Health / Nutrition / Grooming
My young pup has been raised on Eagle pack large/giant puppy Hollistic .Whilst personally i find it does nothing for the coat & was feeding it purely for the growth stage & will in about 6 weeks swap over to my preferred choice. As for price ,cheaper than the vet bills & i dont feed just dry any way -
Trust me it aint cruel .As someone who grooms every day & often happy little snap dragons that are 2,3,4 ,5 & older you will wish you where more firm but fair when young than trying to wrestle for many years to come & if your pup is trying to snap now it wont stop until you teach it. Also if your using scissors around that area one wrong move & there goes an eye ,having said that depending on how you want his face to look long term if you trim the hair around the eyes incorrectly you can make it worse.Many people scissor the wrong parts & it always grows & curls into the eyes & annoys them compared to letting some growth there which will weight it down with age.Many trim the "glasses" look & this look can be high maintance. Okay so your on your own,That is very easy.Place pup on table of your choice & firmly but fairly give commands,if pup wiggles again a firm "no" or what ever your word is allow to calm with no fuss.Pup will learn very quickly from your cues. If you still find it hard use your collar & hold the collar under the chin with the spare hand & trim. As dumb as it sounds place an item (ie stuffed teddy.milk bottle) & pretend to trim & think about what would be easier & where all your hands can be go & how to multi task
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Grooming Advice Wire Haired Dog
Dogsfevr replied to pearlandmooks's topic in Health / Nutrition / Grooming
The anaesthetic will also cause the coat to blow quicker so it will most likely fall out alot on its own over the next 6 weeks. If using your fingers buy some rubber thimbles & cut the end out of one & leave the thumb one intake & pull -
Grooming Advice Wire Haired Dog
Dogsfevr replied to pearlandmooks's topic in Health / Nutrition / Grooming
Looking at the photos you could strip alot out.Using a feal/nit comb would get alot out. For the cheapest 7& easiest root go to agood horse shop & buy a "slick n Easy" ( heros stone) & with gentle strokes work on the coat. -
Okay im not one for grooming whilst tired.If there tired then pups should be sleeping not made to do something that is a teaching exercise. It doesnt make it any easier long term,just convient now. Grooming at this age is all about learning the right/wrong behaviour & how you address it moulds its future. Always groom on a table,make sure the surface is non slip.Place puppy on table with a confidient voice tone & proceed,dont pander,over talk oor turn it into a mummy,s boy exercise .The more you piss fart about the longer it takes & the less the dog learns. If pup wiggles you must use a be confidient in your voice tone & grasp.Dont be rough but be in charge & above all dont bribe unless the dog has a severe case of abuse or neglect. The next thing what are you brushing with?The wrong tools can hurt the dog & make the whole process unenjoyable. Do you have someone who can help if need be.Even in the salon if we have a young dog whos unsure we will assist during the more fragile areas. Has pup being professionally clipped yet or are you planning to do it??If you arent & its due get it done sooner tha latter,when left to long it can be very overwhelming on the pup greeting the clippers & unless you now who to control the pup & groom it can be a horrid experience. How is pups manners when not groomed?Would you say it rules the roost or are you in charge in all aspects?? Grooming is about respect.If the pup respects you it will be a breeze,if the pup has no manners at present & no understanding it will be harder. I have groomed for nearly 25 years & at 5 months our own dogs love it & now all about the clippers,table,bath blow dryer & will happily stay there with the occasional wiggle
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we have had drugs via the chemist. Some drugs the vets dont want to get in as quantity wise it isnt viable. Certainly there are drugs that can be used regulary & some vets will use this method.
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This is what they are feed.
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You can give it cold or warm, With our pups the night time is warm at other times the chill is taken out.
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yep defiantely 4 smalls meals. We use to feed Bonnie through the kennels but found it just wasnt the product it use to be.too many poops & hard to maintain weight. We use puppy tins & have no issues,its good for breaking up meals.We use either eagle pack puppy tins or the pedigree naturals. The one thing is though dont rush to feed up,do it slowly & steadily otherwise you will end up with a pup that has the runs. Getting the weight on will take time. Like others some chicken mince,mutton mince,chicken necks,lamb flaps all in moderation . The dry is up to you but i would be more inclined to feed a better quality given the age & lack of nutrition. Supercoat would be below the bonnie due to its ingredients I personally would buy the floramax or similiar tabs from the chemist to help realign the good gut bacteria(better than yoghurt) I am presuming the pup has been wormed as well?? We also use goats milk.some will say theres no need but our pups love it & they get there goats milk & farex as a filler especially before bed.
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Can't Choose From A Few Dry Foods
Dogsfevr replied to all that glitters's topic in Health / Nutrition / Grooming
What does the breeder recommend.You should be following there diet chart & changing gradually if you wish.Discuss all diet needs with them at first. If there a good breeder there diet will be worth its weight in gold -
You shouldnt make Big deal leaving or returning. As for mouthing what you allow now sets the dog up for life.I have gundogs that will mouth so i work with them & they are allowed on my terms BUT you must decide what is cute now wont be in 6months latter & it will be harder to retrain what is so easy at this age. Also malts as far as grooming goes(i groom for a living) are well known for being snappy if they feel like it simply because people feel there sute,fluufy & to young to be taught but those little mouths can do damage The best advice though.You have brought a dog,Treat it like a dog & you will have a wonderful pet.treat it like a small white fluffy with no boundries & you will have a monster. This dog is no different to a GSD,Rottie its just smaller
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It is very easy.either doit on bath day or grab a damp cloth & squeeze.All done in 5 secs . It is so easy it isnt funny & $60 charged by a vet is ludicrous . If you dont want to.phone the grooming salonsin your area & mosr will do them for $5-10
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Where To Buy Heartguard/revolution/worming Tablets?
Dogsfevr replied to RubyStar's topic in Health / Nutrition / Grooming
Your a canine member arent you?? Then you get 10% off at better pets for everything -
Our Dog Has Itp. Here Is His Ongoing Story:
Dogsfevr replied to Smallville's topic in Health / Nutrition / Grooming
I certainly now of dogs who have had there spleens removed with no issues at all.One was a dog i bred ,his was removed at about ten years & he passed last year at nearly 16 -
Dog Shampoo - What's The Best
Dogsfevr replied to shepherdpower's topic in Health / Nutrition / Grooming
As said already different coats different results.Also how the user uses the products makes a massive difference. What have you tried already, them we will no what you didnt like -
Advice Needed Before Golden Retriever Puppy Arrives Home
Dogsfevr replied to KAT1's topic in Puppy Chat
All our dogs are crate trained as there showdogs but even if not shown a crate trained pup/dog is so convenient . Size depends on whether you want to always use it.Just buy a big one & you can divide it off or allow the whole access. Brush wise a soft slicker is no issues at this age & far better than a bristle brush which wont really remove any coat although i would hold off & ask your breeder, We show our puppy buyers what grooming tools to buy or we buy them for them ready for when pup leaves. If you talking to your breeder or heading around ask them what to buy otherwise what till you pick the pup up as there will be no rush to brush asap & better to purchase the right tools. If you do go with a slicker buy the size for an adult but make sure its a soft one.You should be able to run it down your arm without scratching. The lawrence ever gentle is great. An undercoat rake will be a must & a combo comb -
google plus read the brochure in the box. All dogs are different but sometimes you have to weigh up the being healthy to the pain if this is being prescribed. What other things have you used ?
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Why not try turkey necks first,there easy to buy. Ours react as there to fatty.
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My stuff up.There certainly not barkers
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Who told you that irish setters are barkers or the 12 i have owned are all freaks. Mine have a acre to run & would be lucky to use all off it on any given day.,they prefer to sit in the house & veg out
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Personally i wouldnt be getting a dog that at anytime i may have to rehome.Not fair on the dog no matter what breed. If you take the risk then only you now if your prepared every day to meet the needs of a Lab that will be living in a small area.
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Did she come from a registered breeder? I hope not. Sadly minis are being over run by BYB ,puppy farmers & pet owners having one off litters.Its very sad seeing this happen to our breed
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Minis are very much people dogs & usually adapt very well to there new home but how they adjust also depends on the breeder & how they have raised there pups. Your puppy is doing normal things although maybe moreon the extreme side BUT owning a puppy wont get any easier for the next 6 months. Minis are very quick learners & very adaptable so stick to an easy routine. The pen needs to have a comfy bed, a good non spill bowl,couple of safe toys .If you get on with your neighbours let them now you have new pup & it may be vocal during the day. Many of our new mini owners dont get time off work either ,it isnt always possible & people work around it the bets possible,In an ideal world it would be better . Work out your feed routine before work & dont leave to much food down as Minis are giant pigs & will happily over eat. Leaving the radio on is a good idea & deadly silence can be very overwhelming If you want more assistance there is a schnauzer thread in the breed pages