persephone Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Ok- Now- can all this be collated and PINNED? There is a lot of useful stuff here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milzi09 Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Find a positive reinforcement training class to attend and practice the things they teach you in your our daily life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tilly Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 A dog is for life.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W Sibs Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 be completely prepared and committed on the puppy.. even before you get the puppy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Fox Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 If you don't have time for a dog, don't get a dog. If you don't have time to train, care for, groom, entertain, exercise, socialise, supervise and LOVE your dog for the rest of it's life DONT GET A DOG. If you can't afford proper diet, worming, flea treatment and health (vet) care for your dog for the rest of it's life DONT GET A DOG. Probably doesn't apply to the majority of DOL owners, but you wouild be AMAZED at how many people just don't think of these things Oh, and get pet insurance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LOVE GSD'S Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 watch 'the dog whisperer" cesar millan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cassie Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 EVERY dog no matter what breed and especially what size, needs to be trained Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Midol Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 (edited) Dont subscribe to all these lessons about dog training and apply them blindly. Consider advice in a broad sense and apply with caution and common sense taking your dogs characteristics into account.Be cautious about taking your dog to puppy school, and ensure the instructor is an accredited trainer as most are not. "Socialising" your dog does not mean throwing it in the deep end and letting it fend for itself. Generally, I don't even recommend puppy school to people unless I can recommend a specific school, which I can't. I don't recommend obedience clubs either unless I could recommend a specific one and there is only one in my area and I think it's crap I generally won't recommend a "positive only" club, I've never seen one I'd recommend... and I would be hesitant to recommend one that uses corrections as a matter of course. Edited May 21, 2009 by Just Midol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pugwhipped Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 learn everything you possibly can about the breeds you are interested in because there may be some nasty surprises that you are better off knowing BEFORE purchasing your pup. For instance, the size, health problems, the coat (if it needs regular grooming or if it sheds), if they prefer alot of company and cry when they are alone, are they better off as indoor or out door dogs etc etc and the main thing.. what it the main purpose of the breed? Are they working breeds and will them not working cause behavioural problems? Then I would probably inform them of the problems with buying from pet shops and non reputable breeders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pugwhipped Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 watch 'the dog whisperer" cesar millan ^^^ yeh and that LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pebbles Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Never buy a dog as a 'toy' for the kids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cassie Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Never buy a dog as a 'toy' for the kids. Yes! And going on from this....your kids do not need to learn about the miracle of life by allowing your dog to have a litter :shakehead: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bindii Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Never buy a dog as a 'toy' for the kids. Yes! And going on from this....your kids do not need to learn about the miracle of life by allowing your dog to have a litter :shakehead: This piece of advice should be number one on everyone's list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mim Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 (edited) Puppies hiccup a lot, no need to panic. ETA: They also breathe quite fast when sleeping and sometimes you may think something is wrong (and so wake them up a lot) until you ask the vet and feel totally stupid Edited May 21, 2009 by Mim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelpie-i Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Do with your pup as you wish to do when an adult. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yellowgirl Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 If your dog does something wrong, it's your fault. Feel free to hit yourself over the head with a rolled up newspaper. Desex your dog. Don't feed your dog foods that contain artificial colours, flavours or preservatives. Never ever buy a pup from a pet shop or byb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest NattyJ Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Thanks for starting this Bonnie, lots of useful advice already, a big help since Im looking Im no expert, but I don't need to be to know that great advice is patience, in everything to do with a dog and researching its needs. Oh, and joining DOL forums and reading this thread helps too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkySoaringMagpie Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Do with your pup as you wish to do when an adult. Good one! What is cute in a 3 kilo puppy is often not cute in a 35 kilo dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pugwhipped Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 If your dog does something wrong, it's your fault. Feel free to hit yourself over the head with a rolled up newspaper. Love it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zhou Xuanyao Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 If your dog does something wrong, it's your fault. Feel free to hit yourself over the head with a rolled up newspaper. Well said Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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