Sunday, November 2, 2008

Top Dog Trainer Secrets

Tracy Lenderink, Animal Behaviorist, Author, Seminar Speaker.

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Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Stop Your Male from Lifting his Leg in the House

Territorial Urination




REASONS WHY YOUR MALE TERRITORIAL URINATES

In the wild, the male dog urinates not only to relieve himself (go to the bathroom), but also to let other animals know "this is his property." It is similar to a "No Trespassing" sign. The male dog chooses to urinate on objects that are higher than ground level. Outside, this will be on trees, bushes, poles, fire hydrants, etc. Other than on our prized landscaping, we normally do not mind where the male dog urinates. However, urinating inside the house is a completely different story! It is generally a universal rule that the adult male dog is not allowed to urinate anywhere inside the house. Virtually every male dog will, at one time or another, try to urinate inside the house (mark his territory) and hope to get away with it.

In the wild, only the leader of the pack (the alpha dog), is allowed to mark (urinate) on the boundaries and den areas of his territory. Because we as humans do not mark our territory inside our homes (our dens) in the form of urination, the male dog feels he has the right to do so. It is for this reason that the male dog will urinate on the ends of couches, chairs, walls, door jams, etc.

CORRECTING THE PROBLEM

Although the procedure I am about to give you sounds a little odd. It works! But it only works if you follow it closely. We first must take the male's urine odor away from the area where he has marked inside the house. To do so, first clean the area with an ivory soap and water solution. Then after drying the area, spray 50% white vinegar and 50% water solution over the area. (The reason you spray the area with a white vinegar solution is that urine is primarily ammonia. Ammonia is basic and vinegar is acidic. When combined together, the ammonia and vinegar neutralize each other.)

The next step is for you to mark the area with new type of scent. Your scent is going to be hot Tabasco sauce. That's right! Hot Tabasco sauce. You must take a dish cloth and put Tabasco sauce on it and put this cloth in the male dog's mouth for 30 second. You only have to do this once. From this point on he will never forget your scent. But if you do not do this, the procedure will not work. Then place a few drops of the Tabasco sauce in a quart of water. Pour this solution into a spray bottle and spray over the area's you have previously cleaned and sprayed the 50% vinegar solution. By doing this, you now are placing your new odor over the male dog's territory marker. Hence, you as the leader or alpha figure in the pack, are marking your territory.

Because your dog does not like to urinate where he sleeps, you should temporarily place him in a small confined area when inside the house for the next 10 days. This area should be big enough for him to stand up, turn around, and lay back down in. The correct way to determine the size of this area is to measure the distance from his nose to his rear end (not tail) and add two inches. This means the kitchen, laundry room, bathroom, and basement are all too big! The best crate or pen to use is a "sky kennel." Sky kennels are made of fiber glass and wire, are very attractive, and are very easy to clean and transport. If you elect to use a wire or safari cage, you must cover the top, both sides, and back with a sheet or blanket. Otherwise, the dog will continually howl and bark. The reason he will continually make noise is that he feels defenseless against any predator. When you cover the wire cage, it suddenly becomes the dog's own den or room. This is similar to a child's feeling towards their play fort, it's their own room or part of the world.

Your dog should sleep in the this "den" (sky kennel) overnight. You will then take him outside first thing in the morning. Remember, he has just awaken and must let go of his excess reserve (urinate.) When you come back inside the house, the dog must go directly back into the "den." The key is, when the dog is inside your home, he is in his "den" during this 10 day period. You may take him outside as often as you wish to exercise, urinate and defecate. But when the dog comes inside... it's back in the den!

This procedure should be continued for 10 days. For the next 10 days the dog will not be able urinate anywhere in your home. Why? Because when he is in your home, he is in his new den. After the 10 day period, the dog is allowed out of the den only under close supervision in your home. My definition of "close supervision" is that your complete and undivided attention is focused on the dog. If the phone rings, put the dog back in the den and then answer the phone, etc. This procedure should be done for the next 14 days. At the end of the second faze period your dog should be completely housebroken. If you find that the dog has regressed any part or form of the housebreaking, begin the procedure from the first step.

place him in a small confined area when inside the house for the next 10 days. This area should be big enough for him to stand up, turn around, and lay back down in. The correct way to determine the size of this area is to measure the distance from his nose to his rear end (not tail) and add two inches. This means the kitchen, laundry room, bathroom, and basement are all too big! The best crate or pen to use is a "sky kennel." Sky kennels are made of fiber glass and wire, are very attractive, and are very easy to clean and transport. If you elect to use a wire or safari cage, you must cover the top, both sides, and back with a sheet or blanket. Otherwise, the dog will continually howl and bark. The reason he will continually make noise is that he feels defenseless against any predator. When you cover the wire cage, it suddenly becomes the dog's own den or room. This is similar to a child's feeling towards their play fort, it's their own room or part of the world.

Your dog should sleep in the this "den" (sky kennel) overnight. You will then take him outside first thing in the morning. Remember, he has just awaken and must let go of his excess reserve (urinate.) When you come back inside the house, the dog must go directly back into the "den." The key is, when the dog is inside your home, he is in his "den" during this 10 day period. You may take him outside as often as you wish to exercise, urinate and defecate. But when the dog comes inside... it's back in the den!

This procedure should be continued for 10 days. For the next 10 days the dog will not be able urinate anywhere in your home. Why? Because when he is in your home, he is in his new den. After the 10 day period, the dog is allowed out of the den only under close supervision in your home. My definition of "close supervision" is that your complete and undivided attention is focused on the dog. If the phone rings, put the dog back in the den and then answer the phone, etc. This procedure should be done for the next 14 days. At the end of the second faze period your dog should be completely housebroken. If you find that the dog has regressed any part or form of the housebreaking, begin the procedure from the first step.

Article compliments of American Canine Assoc.

Wednesday, August 20, 2008

Impatient Yorkie





I hate waiting for my sheets to come out of the dryer! What's up with that!

Saturday, August 16, 2008

Don’t forget your puppy during hurricane preparations

Since we're here in Fort Lauderdale, FL forcasts say tropical storm Faye may be a catagory 1 hurricane and may hit Fort Lauderdale next week. So here are some reminders to stock up on your puppies/dogs needs just in case. Always better safe than sorry.

#1 Food – Make sure you have at least a weeks supply, and some canned food - Keeps longer even if can gets wet.

#2 Wee Wee pads – Your dog may not be able to go out for a while due to debris in yard and downed power lines.

#3 Carriers – If you may evacuate with your puppy.

#4 Chew toys/treats – You may need to keep puppy occupied if no power, and unable to go outside.

#5 Collar/harness and leash – many times fences are damaged, make sure you can control your puppy and keep them close.

#6 Meds/vaccines – Check with your vet before a hurricane and make sure puppy is up to date on all shots, and you have enough meds if needed.


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Tuesday, August 12, 2008

Pet Insurance Questions

I have been researching the different pet insurance companies, until my mouse finger cramps up, on almost a daily basis.

There is so many companies, and all have different protection levels, emergency only, partial maintenance, full coverage etc.

Does anyone with pets have personal experience with any of the companies. I have two dogs, so not too crazy on the rates.

Please leave a comments with your experience, especially if they pay claims in a timely manner and their customer service.

Thanks for any help you can offer



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Monday, August 11, 2008

The Yorkshire Terrier

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: England.

SPECIAL SKILLS: Historically a rat-catcher but nowadays usually a family pet.

WEIGHT: The weight is about 2 - 3kg (4 1/2 - 6 1/2 lb).

COAT: This breed has very long, silk-like hair, colored golden-brown with steel grey. As puppies the grey hairs are black.

CARE REQUIRED: The Yorkshire Terrier needs intensive daily grooming with brush and comb. If you do not have the time or the inclination to do this, you should have the coat trimmed by a professional. The hair is normally kept out of the eyes with a rubber band or a ribbon tied in a bow. Show dogs' coats are usually protected to keep their condition by being rolled up on curling papers. Check the ears regularly and remove loose hairs from the ear passages.

CHARACTER: This is a lively, intelligent, sometimes too-brave dog, which is loving, vigilant, and becomes attached to its family. Yorkshire Terriers are very alert and bark whenever they sense danger.

TRAINING: The Yorkshire Terrier is a fairly quick-learning pupil. Provided you are consistent in your approach and ensure the lessons are positive, enjoyable and varied, it will soon learn to obey.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOR: Provided children do not treat them as a toy and do not invade their territory, these dogs will not cause any problems with them. Some of this breed can be rather foolhardy in their courage towards other dogs but usually get along very well with cats and other household animals. Strangers will always be announced by loud barking.

EXERCISE: This breed adapts its exercise needs to the family circumstances and the dog can readily be kept in an apartment.

SPECIAL REMARKS: The beautiful long hair of this breed is much admired at dog shows but to keep such a coat in good condition requires considerable work. Most Yorkshire Terriers which are kept as pets go through life with shorter clipped coats. Although purists may find this upsetting, it is better for the dog than an unkempt coat with tangles which hurt and bother the dog.


Source: www.aca.com

Thursday, July 31, 2008

Xylitol (sugar substitute) Danger for Dogs‏

LARHIndy76 recently shared a heart-wrenching story about how he lost his dog to xylitol poisoning. Here's a quick definition of xylitol from its Wikipedia entry: "Xylitol, also called wood sugar or birch sugar, is a five-carbon sugar alcohol that is used as a sugar substitute. It can be extracted from birch, raspberries, plums, and corn and is primarily produced in China."

Our dog died this morning from Xylitol poisoning. Xylitol is a 5 carbon sugar alcohol derived from birch, raspberries, and corn. It is used as a sugar substitute in lo-carb, sugar-free, and diabetic products. It is completely non-toxic to humans. However, it is very toxic to dogs. This is a new problem because xylitol has only recently begun being used in America. It has been used in Sweden and Finland since the 1960?s. However, it is fast becoming the number one sugar substitute in this country because of its health benefits. I want to make people aware of the danger it posses to their dogs. Initially it can cause potentially fatal hypoglycemia and can lead to liver failure. It does not take much to cause these effects. The hypoglycemia was first noted in 2003 in dogs that got into their owner?s purse and ate sugar free candy or Trident gum that contained xylitol. In 2004 animal poison control made the connection between xylitol consumption and liver failure. There is no antidote. The reaction can take place as quick as 30 minutes. My 60 lb. Shepard/Lab mix ingested ½ cup in a cake he dug out of the garbage. This was 10x?s the known toxic level for a dog his size. We began treatment within 24 hours, but he died just over 48 hours after consumption anyway.

As a new puppy-dad, this really got to me. Here's some information on xylitol to help all of you pet-parents stay informed:

Xylitol Toxicity:
A Warning to All Dog Owners

Xylitol is a sugar alcohol that is used in sugar-free products such as gum and candy, as well as for baking and is used in the production of certain low-carbohydrate products now on the market.

As early as the 1960's, experiments indicated a link between the ingestion of xylitol and hypoglycemia in dogs. However, it has only been recently that the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center has begun to receive reports of xylitol toxicosis in dogs. It is believed that this recent rise is likely due to the increased use of products containing xylitol in the United States.

Effects of Xylitol Ingestion

In both humans and dogs, the levels of blood sugar are controlled by the body's release of insulin from the pancreas. In human xylitol ingestion does not cause any significant changes in insulin levels or, therefore, blood glucose. However, in dogs, xylitol causes a fast release of insulin, which results in a rapid decrease in blood glucose (hypoglycemia).

Clinical Signs

Clinical signs of xylitol toxicity can develop in as few as 30 minutes after ingestion. Clinical signs may include one or more of the following:

* Vomiting
* Weakness
* Ataxia (uncoordinated movements)
* Depression
* Hypokalemia (decreased potassium)
* Seizures
* Coma
* Liver dysfunction and/or failure

Treatment

After ingesting a xylitol-containing product a dog may receive one of more of the following treatments, depending on the amount of time that has lapsed since the ingestion occurred. The induction of vomiting is recommended if performed very soon after ingestion of the xylitol-containing product but before clinical signs develop. Frequent small meals or an oral sugar supplement may be used to manage dogs that have not yet shown clinical signs. Following the appearance of clinical signs intravenous dextrose can be used to control hypoglycemia. It may also be necessary to treat the patient for low potassium levels (hypokalemia), if indicated. Treatment should be continued until the blood glucose levels return to normal levels.

For more information on this and other poison control questions the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center can be reached at 888-426-4435 or on the web at www.apcc.aspca.org.

Source: Knowles Animal Clinic

For more information and links, visit the xylitol Wikipedia page.

Thursday, July 24, 2008

The IRS Finally Acknowledges The OTHER Family Members‏


Got this in an email, and thought it was too funny not to share! It's hard to see here, but if you click on image it will show larger

Thursday, July 17, 2008

Carrapato


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Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Napping in the Sun


I really think my yorkie is part cat. He love to nap in the sun

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Monday, July 14, 2008


Time for a litte nap on the back of the couch. This little Yorkshire Terrier must think he's a cat.

New HAT

Pulga my older Yorkie got a new hat from a friend.. He hated having it on, but he did sit for a photo opportunity.

My Puppies


These are my babies Pulga and Carropato (portugese for flea and tick) since they're only five and three pounds full grown