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[T1228]Train Your Dog To Sit

by Amy Foster, Amy

My family has our two dogs which are very much considered part of the family. However, I understand that I am not alone. Every time I walk into shops and things like that, I am always presented with opportunities to buy gifts and presents for my dogs. The shops sell presents which you are supposed to give to them, and give you ideas about the way you should treat your dog: like a human. I do not mind this overly as I suppose it is just harmless fun.

In a department store which I recently visited I was shocked to notice that they sell clothes for dogs. They actually have a department which is dedicated to them. Designer clothing for dogs! I think that is so funny. The thought of a dog wearing a Prada jacket or a Burberry scarf! And the price tags were not cheap at all. You have to pay through the nose to decorate your dogs. And if you love cats and want them to look really good, then do not despair. They have a separate department which is their fully to cater for the needs of cat owners as well. The fact is that these cats and dogs do not overly appreciate wearing the clothes and whether we like it or not. It is only the owners who truly benefit.

The store had special holiday clothing in for the dogs. Like costumes that made them look like Santa Claus or at least his reindeer. Although I refrained from purchase, I am sure I would buy any Halloween costumes they had on offer. Just imagine buying a ghost outfit for your dog! I think it would be really funny. The kids would love to take Sally and Sue out trick or treating!

The next thing that was suggested by our husband was that we were just as bad as them people. We buy or dogs bones for Christmas and encourage the children to celebrate the dogs' birthdays. A part of that which is quite funny is that we got the dogs from a home so were only able to make an educated guess as to when they are born. The fact is that through encouraging dogs to be treated as equals at least we encourage children to treat animals with respect. And that is no bad thing.

PUPPIES- When your puppy is very young, 8-12 weeks old, you will need to feed it four times a day. You can taper your puppy's feeding schedule gradually as it gets older. Puppies three to six months old require three meals a day. Twice a day feeding is optimal for puppies six months to one year old. After your dog celebrates its first birthday, the feeding schedule should diminish to one meal a day. For larger canines and dogs susceptible to bloating, you can feed them two smaller meals a day. The food you feed your dog or puppy should be premium dry food for a well balanced diet.

This may be combined with canned dog food, water or broth. Some dogs like a treat of people food to accompany their daily cuisine such as cooked eggs, fruits, cottage cheese and vegetables. Go easy on the people food with puppies as it can result in vitamin deficiencies, teeth and bone problems, obesity, picky eating habits and annoying table manners such as begging while owners are having dinner! You must always make sure your pup or dog has lots of clean water and wash your dog's food and water bowls regularly.

Puppies? nutritional needs are different than their adult dog counterparts. Choosing a puppy food that has good nutrition balance will ensure that your pup is getting the right amount of protein, calcium and the correct amount of calories. You should always check labels of dog and puppy food before buying and confirm that the first ingredient is meat and not meat by-products. When your puppy begins teething this may affect its eating habits and your puppy may not have much of an appetite. Don't panic, this is normal. Check with your veterinarian regarding breed types and feeding habits, some larger breeds require puppy food up to year two or when they have reached full maturity for nutritional reasons.

Your puppy will have a healthier and stronger digestive system and will not suffer maladies like upset stomach or diarrhea if you feed it the same food every day. Puppies? systems don't adjust well to change and it's a good idea to stick to the same schedule of feeding time on a daily basis. Even though your little loyal companion will look at you with sad and hungry puppy eyes, do your best not to give in and overfeed it. As your puppy grows, you will change its food to a new brand or flavor type. Doing this gradually by mixing some of the old food with the new food until you have transitioned your puppy over will help it adjust to the digestive changes that result from this change.

It is normal for puppies to experience some stomach upset problems and this is no cause for alarm if the symptoms go away within a day or two. Your puppy's appetite will change as it grows and it is a good idea to monitor the changes you see with your puppy. Contact your veterinarian if upset stomach or diarrhea occurs for a longer amount of time.

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