"Tips for your dog on Halloween" by Happy Paws Dog Training

Tips for your dog on Halloween

Posted by happypawstraining on October 25, 2012 at 4:20 PM http://www.happypawstraining.com/apps/blog/show/19566465-tips-for-your-dog-on-halloween

Happy Halloween!

Here are some important tips from Mallery Bosworth,
(Dog Trainer/Owner of Happy Paws) to keep in mind for this spooky holiday!

Many people think it's a fun idea to take their dog along with them on their trick or treating route, be it in the car or on the side walk. To your dog however this can be EXTREMELY stressful. Seeing such strangely dressed people and/or "monsters" may cause an otherwise calm relaxed dog to become anxious or even aggressive.
So what should you do with Fido on Halloween?
It is best to keep your dog in a private area of your home, perhaps in his crate if he has one. Give him a bone to chew on or a KONG filled with peanut butter to keep him occupied while you answer the door for the kids!

If weather permits you might consider sitting in your driveway, front yard, etc. So that the trick-or-treaters don't have to ring your doorbell. This can reduce stress immensely on your dog as he will not be bothered by constant ringing and/or scary things awaiting him at the front door.

Do not feed candy of any kind to your dog. Candy can be toxic or even fatal to your dog even if he or she "has a strong stomach". There are chemicals and additives in many different types of candy that a canine's metabolism cannot break down... which means more for you!

Do not leave your dog in the yard while you are home or gone on Halloween. They will be safest in your home. This will prevent anyone from harming or taunting your dog while you're home or away as well as stop your dog from feeling the need to escape out of the yard.

Be sure all candy wrappers/small toys/ miscelaneous items are disposed of properly so your dog cannot injest them and become sick or cause intestinal issues.

Be sure that all masks, large hats, wings, and/or props are removed before playing with Fido, as he may treat you as he would a big toy or he may bark, growl, and show other signs of discomfort. Remember, this is all foreign to him, he doesn't understand we humans are underneath all these nifty get-ups. 
Now go out and have some family fun 

Happy Halloween Everyone!

-Mallery Bosworth, ABCDT. Master Trainer/Owner of Happy Paws Dog Training Services

How to Get Your Dog to Pee Outside

Published on April 2, 2012 by admin in Dog Classifieds, Jason DM

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How to Get Your Dog to Pee Outside?

Having a dog to take care of can be fun, but there are things to remember in terms of habits. One important thing is how to get your dog to pee outside. It is preferable to get your dog used to peeing outside from the first day you bring him home. Your dog will need time to adapt to his new environment. Immediately start changing bad habits into good habits, the sooner the better. Good habits must be practiced consistently, and this will require your patience as your dog adapts. Training a dog does not have to be a difficult task but it does take time, consistency and patience.

Train your dog to pee outside at specific times of the day when you are available to walk him.
For example:

- In the morning, when your dog wakes up because usually they will pee after long night sleep

- At night before going to sleep (remember what time your dog begins to sleep normally)

- After feeding him

- After going for a run

- A good peeing schedule should be at least every 7-8 hours

Getting my dog off the couch to pee outside!

Your dog will get used to his peeing schedule and will stick to it! Notice if your dog’s behavior when they want to pee, like whimpering, making circle pattern, these may be your dog’s way of telling you he needs to pee.  Provide your dog with sufficient time to pee and poop outside; do not rush him, as he may need to go more than once during one walk.

Rewarding your dog for not peeing indoors also works, he will do anything for that treat, once he associates that he gets a treat every time does not pee indoors, he will wait for his walk to pee. Always remember that rewards work better than punishments. If you find your dog peeing inside the house, do not punish him, you need to find ways to meet his need of peeing during the day, and having a consistent schedule is the best way.

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What I have always wondered was what would my dogs say if they could talk? What would your dog say about you? Love to hear the comments on this post.

Animal Abusers Should Serve Time!

Anybody who would hurt or brutalize an animal should be punished like they would be by hurting a person. These guys get off with a slap on the wrist and a fine. THAT will not change their actions whatsoever! They need to serve jail time, pay a fine, and never own or come close to an animal. I am just waiting for the day where dogs will sit up, speak up and punch their abusers straight in the jaw!

I am hearing just too many horror stories on animal abuse. Just the other day on the West side of Indianapolis, a man in a blue jersey (pictured below) was punching,beating, and dragging his Pit-Bull because he got out of his truck. Luckily, kind hearted people stopped him and called the cops on him, but I believe the scum bag got away. The problem is, even if he gets caught and tracked down, the judicial system will just treat it like nothing and just give him a warning. There is no excuse for this kind of violence on a dog!

This is just one of many stories on abuse that needs to F*#king stop! Ignorant people are adopting puppies for a life of a bait dog, dumb kids are throwing puppies in the oven and torturing them. Just too many to cover in a single day. If people had hearts and a soul like a dog, this world would actually be a pleasant place to live.

Like I always say, do background checks on people who want to adopt an animal!!

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Dogs mean the world to me. They cheer me up when I am down and make me laugh when I am sad. They need my love and support and don't really ask for much other then love, toys, and food. They are precious and innocent and don't deserve a life of neglect, but a life of joy and companionship. If I had the time and funds, I would dedicate my time in trying to help and rescue dogs and cats that needed a friend and a loving home.