German Shepherd Dog Training

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i have a 7 months old german shepherd. he sleeps in his kennel i got him a bed which fits into this kennel?

how do i make him sleep on his bed. he seems to be confused to see the bed inside. he is not going inside.

i just bought it today morning? he loves to sleep inside the kennel . do u he will know, by him self that its his bed and for him to sleep?

how can i get him to stop chewing the bed. he has a lot of toys he chews them a lot. i am i think he will consider bed as his toy and chew it? any tricks which would avoid him from chewing his bed?

Your dog doesn’t NEED a bed.
He DOES need a snug sleeping box raised off the ground on a solid frame so that there is a dead-air space under the floor to insulate it from the cold and the damp of the ground. (Mine have top-hinged doors so that they close automatically after the dog has passed through.) Anything you put in there for him to bunch up to suit himself and then “turn around 3 times” on should be very easily removed, as blankets and sawdust and the like collect the moisture the dog brings in on its feet & coat.

At 7 months he is getting near the end of teething so will soon feel less need to chew things. But he SHOULD be on a “high-chew” diet, one based on chunks of raw meat (cooked table scraps are a very suitable supplement), and with a gnaw bone (e.g, a length of oxtail or sheep’s spine) every night.

Toys should not be in his run, they should be available when he is playing with you or another member of the family.
http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/The_GSD_Source/links will give you lots of information about nutrition, neutering, and so on.
Les P, owner of GSD_Friendly: http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/GSD_Friendly
“In GSDs” as of 1967

German Shepherd Puppies – 8 Tips To Owning A Raising One

Not long after buying a German shepherd puppy, you will want to think about implementing obedience training. As a pack animal, German shepherds, just like any other dog, will begin to test the boundaries of the pack hierarchy. Keeping you dog in its rightful place in the chain of command is important for both of you.

As one of the more intelligent breeds of dog, German shepherd learn quick. Is it any wonder, the police use them as their dog of choice. They need stimulus, don’t let your puppy grow up neglected.

Exercise is a must for various reasons. Firstly, it is essential for growth and developing natural reflexes. Secondly, it will help your dog mix socially, another equally important part of your German shepherd’s development. So remember, plenty of brisk walks and any secure open areas that you may live near.

German shepherds can grow to about 100 pound, they are powerful, quick and will have no problems sweeping objects off of nearby sideboards, so keep valuables out of reach while they are growing. Remember, a German shepherd is still a puppy up to the age of around three, fully grown physically but mentally a tazmanian devil.

While on the search for a puppy, find one from a genuine breeder, this will ensure good genes; you can find good breeders in you classifieds or get a referral from your vet, kennel clubs or dog training clubs.

Before buying a GSD, spend a little time at a club and get first hand experience what sort of commitment is needed in owning and raising a German shepherd puppy. Speak so various owners, they will put you straight and may save you valuable time and heartache, should ownership not be for you.

German shepherd’s are a breed with a naturally heavy coat. They tend to moult far more than most other breeds of dog. Be prepared to vacuum a lot more than usual.

Lastly, you dog needs to mix with lots of other dogs and people, this is one of the best ways to keeping an even temperament. A dog kept away from the world, will become defensive and suspicious of others the longer it is kept isolated.

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Is This a Pure-bred German Shepherd dog (GSD)?

My puppy is now just under four months old. She is a healthy, playful, and loyal puppy. However, her appearance has changed since I brought her home about eight weeks ago. She was silver sable colour (mixed with tan) and her hair was plush. Now she is white and tan and her hair is short(ish).

I include photos of her at age six weeks, eleven weeks, and sixteen weeks. Any comments would be appreciated. Thank you.

At six weeks:

At eleven weeks:

At sixteen weeks:

“purebred” has become a rescue group and BYB term meaning “I think it looks like a (whatever breed)”.

And totally ignore the opinions of those people who can’t even SPELL our breed! If they can’t recognise a spelling & function, no way do they have the experience to recognise a breed!

If your pup comes from a reputable breeder who registered the litter (and if that’s not where she comes from, shame on you for encouraging greedies & idiots to keep “breeding”), it is legally a GSD until such time as you pay for a DNA test that proves that its sire or dam were not the animal listed when it was registered.

If there is any other breed in her ancestry, I’d say that it is well back.
Her shape is fairly typical of the NAmerican deviation from the GSD breed, probably mercifully not as exaggerated as their show winners.

The first picture was quite typical of the “biscuit” colouration phase of a traditional sable’s development, although showing it slightly earlier than I get in my lines. (As it was taken at 6 weeks old, I HOPE you had to wait another week or two before being allowed to take her home.)

She does now have too much “white” in front. It doesn’t appear to be due to the Spotting genes, so I’d surmise that she has at least one self-white in her pedigree. Breeders of those tend to collect A^w (wolf sable) in the Agouti series and either Int (quietly bleaches tans to almost white) or int^m (quietly bleaches tans to light fawns) in the Intensity series. Based on the speed at which she is bleaching, I’d guess that she will have little actual tan by 2½ years old, and may well have her saddle-area degrade from “black-tipped across a full area” to “brown-tipped across a reduced area” – although that latter is not an effect of the Intensity series, it is yet another effect collected by breeders of self-whites.
However, her facial mask is so strong that she will retain that, apart from the white under her nose spreading (in NZ I associate that marking with Dunmonaidh Junker, who was a grandson of both Quanto vd.Wienerau and Rossfort Premonition – I wonder whether both appear behind your pup?).

As you had doubts about her being pure-bred, it is obvious that you didn’t buy her as a breeding prospect, so please study http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/The_GSD_Source/links/Neutering_001198315291/ so that you know the latest research on the ACTUAL (as opposed to folk-lore & old wives’ tales) benefits & consequences of neutering at various ages, then work out the best age to have her neutered for your circumstances. I advise those who can guarantee that no male can reach their b.itch that they should wait until at least a month after her first season, but better is after she reaches 2 years old, giving her bones time to reach maturity. Research continues, but there is a strong suspicion that too-early neutering increases the risk of hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia.
Les P, owner of GSD_Friendly: http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/GSD_Friendly
“In GSDs” as of 1967

Kinds Of German Shepherd

The German Shepherd dog is usually a incredibly popular breed. They is usually trained to attack on command and is thus a quite effective guard dog. German Shepherds are incredibly intelligent and are used widely as functioning puppies for search and rescues and as military and police dogs. They may be also great guide dogs for kids and the blind. Originally bred in Germany, they’re now found in all parts of the world, in diverse shapes and sizes, and serving different kinds of roles.

History

German Shepherd dogs came from the line from the sheep dogs that served the objective of herding sheep and helping the shepherd. Inside the late 19th century, Captain Max von Stephanitz saw the prospective of breeding an all-purpose working dog when he came upon admiring a beautiful and intelligent landrace herding dog. The sheep canine, Horand v. Grafrath was registered as the first German Shepherd canine. With the onset of industrialization, herding became less and less relevant so he saw the prospective for other uses. He produced an official governing body to control and develop the breed. This physique designed a trial as a breed test to the German Shepherd dogs. It also prohibited the breeding of any dog which did not pass the standards. This led to the rapid development of the breed’s abilities.

After World War 1, British and American Soldier were so impressed by the German Shepherd puppies that they brought some house. This began the proliferation with the breed worldwide and its standards are nevertheless being maintained up to this day.

Breed line

There can be a wide variety of German Shepherd dogs but their general qualities nevertheless remain: large, strong, and good-looking. These are generally double-coated and their fur might be long or short. Most German Shepherd dogs are cream and tan but there are variations of black and white. Some even have tri-color hair that includes white with brown or red. These dogs are known as sables.

You will find three major breed lines depending on their capacity and look and behavior. The international working lines are bred more for their functioning capacity as specified by their training rather than their visual appeal. International demonstrate lines are bred for visual aspect for the intent of joining dog shows. Standards here could be incredibly limiting so far more or much less their physical appearance continue to be the same. The North American show lines are bred also for their look but are markedly diverse from the globe standards simply because of their sloped back and sharp angulation on the hock joint. Standards for the ideal look with the German Shepherd vary from place to location and country to country.

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Buying a German shepherd question?

Alright i know its 5 A.M, and i cant sleep. Anyway i really want to get a GSD pup. I’ve been warned not to buy dogs online because it could be a scam in webistes like puppyfind.com. I went to AKC.com and got a refural to a breeder here in Illinois where I live. What you do is pay online, but instead of shipping the pup to you(which I think is cruel), they hand-diliver you the pup. The breeders seem legit and it doesnt look like they are puppy millers. The reason I think so, is because they first make you fill out a long long long application, and after that you have to talk to them on the phone so they get to know the person you are. Since they are hand-delivered, they seem very professional. They also must care a lot about their dogs because i dont know any puppy millers that would do that kind of thing. And since i found out about the breeder through the AKC, the GSD should be good and healthy. So should I go through with the purchase?

Honestly? absolutely no way. Any so called “breeder” who offers you a puppy online and then offers to deliver the pup to you raises HUGE red flags. You should ALWAYS meet the mother of the puppies and be given full access to look around the breeding facilities. I would run a mile from any “breeder” who denies you access to either.

The last thing you want is a German Shepherd with a faulty temperament and/or health problems. When well bred, GSD’s are fantastic dogs but when badly bred, well, lets not even go there.

Please search for another breeder. Try contacting a German Shepherd breed club. They should be able to put you in touch with reputable German Shepherd breeders (who work/show and do full heath/temperament tests) in your area.

Good luck.

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What is the best larger sized dog ( rottweiler, German shepherd) ?

for a large household with a big back yard. two parents and a 15 year old. must be large, protective but can be a loving companion to the family?
im not talking about just those two. sorry. i just gave those as an example but i didn’t have enough room to put etc. i also love Akitas, pit bulls etc.
im not talking about just those two. sorry. i just gave those as an example but i didn’t have enough room to put etc. i also love Akitas, pit bulls etc.

They are both amazing! But because I’m biased…the GSD. No matter which one you decide on though you MUST make sure to socialize them extensively with both people and dogs while they’re puppies (make sure it’s had it’s puppy shots if you are going around other dogs). Don’t worry if they appear friendly to everyone. The protection drive in GSD’s and Rotties comes natural.

My boy is 10 months old, CGC certified and LOVES everyone AND other dogs! A baby could poke his eyes, pull his tail, climb all over him, or hit him and he would either lay there and take it or he would calmly get up and walk away. This is because I’ve conditioned him to be this way. Ever since he was young I’ve gotten him around kids, from ages 3-18. In fact a few weeks ago I was at a birthday party for my cousin and there were two 2 year olds there. One of them had her hand on his back and he was aiding her in walking! Wherever she went, Brasky went, making sure she wouldn’t fall. There were also other dogs there too. All small breeds but Brasky happily played with all of them. He’s the dog on my avatar by the way. He’s conked out right now.

While he is so sociable and friendly, he is fearless. I know that if someone broke in or meant harm to me he wouldn’t hesitate to attack them. It’s that natural protectiveness these breeds have that make you feel so secure.

Look Here For A Dog Breed Best Suited For You

Dog breeds are certain types of dogs which have distinctive looks and temperament. Dog breeds can reveal a lot about the size, appearance, and personality of a canine. Doing research to find out which dog breed will suit your personality and lifestyle is essential. Dog breeds are plentiful and you can always find a reputable dog breeder, but it is important that you understand the dog breed you are interested in before going to the dog breeder.

Size should be a factor when deciding on which type of breed would be best for you. Naturally, if you live in a small house or apartment, a smaller dog would be better, where as a larger dog would be better suited with a large yard or out in the country.

There are different dog breed groupings consisting of: The Sporting Dogs…The Hound Dogs…The Working Dogs…The Terriers…The Toy Group…The Non-Sporting Dogs.

The Sporting dogs were developed as bird dogs. These include the Pointers, Retrievers, Setters, Spaniels and others.

The Hound dogs were developed to hunt using sight (sight hounds) or scent (scent hounds). These include the Beagle, Coonhound, Bloodhound and others.

The Working dogs were developed for a variety of jobs, including guarding property, guarding livestock, or pulling carts. These include the Alaskan Malamute, Siberian Husky, Bernese Mountain Dogs and others.

The Terrier dogs were developed mainly to hunt vermin and rodents and to dig them from their burrows or dens. These come in various sizes, from the small Cairn Terrier to the large Airedale Terrier.

The Toy dogs are small companion breeds that include the Toy Poodles, Chihuahua,Toy Spaniels, Miniature Pinscher and others. The Toy Group make up for their small size with their big personalities.These are well suited for older or disabled people, because they are easier to look after, as they eat less and need less exercise. Usually, small dog breeds are just ten inches or less tall at the shoulder. In most breeds, the male is slightly larger than the female, but the difference is generally small.This is referred to as breeding true

The Non-Sporting dogs that do not fit into any of the other groups, are usually larger than Toy dogs. These include the Miniature Poodles, Boston Terrier, Bichon Frises and others.

For those who suffer from allergies, a Hypoallergenic dog is a breed that might enable them to have a pet in their home. Some dog breeds have been considered as hypoallergenic, such as the Yorkshire Terrier and the Afghan Hound whose is the same pH as human hair, therefore, creating no threat. Some other good breed choices for those who have allergies are the Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier…Bichon Frise…Shih Tzu…Bolonese… Poodle…Barbet…Portuguese Water Dogs…Schnauzer…Maltese. These dogs shed very little of their hair. However, they do produce dander, but the amount is so small that very few people experience allergy symptoms when in contact with these breeds.However, no canine is known to be completely 100% non allergenic. Hypoallergenic dog breeds are usually single-coated, non-shedding (or low-shedding), and generally smaller dogs.

The top 5 dogs registered for 2007 with the AKC are:

* Labrador Retriever
* Yorkshire Terrier
* German Shepherd
* Golden Retriever
* Beagle

Breed types include Hounds, which are bred to hunt and work with humans; Toys, which are great adult companions; and Terriers, which are excellent dogs for training.

From cute to tough breeds, toy dogs to working dogs – there are many different dog breeds for you to choose from.

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What do i have to do in order to get my dog to respect me?

I have a 15 month old male German Shepherd. We got him from a breeder and took him to an obedience club specifically for German Shepherds. However he was really hard to train, he is lazy and has never listened to me. I feed him, train him and take him for a long walk everyday, but still no respect. I have tried everything and no one knows what to do. He never comes to me when i call him, he always nips at our feet, and he never does anything i ask him unless i have a treat to give to him. He might not sound that bad, but he has caused a few thousand dollars damage to my back yard, and always grabs things we want and runs away with them. I am just so frustrated that all my hours of training has gone nowhere. What can i do to get respect from my dog?
this is my second German Shepherd, my first one was great. did everything. And i am very firm with my new one. he knows when i am angry but doesn’t care, he is just a smartass.

James, have a private trainer come in. There must be something you are doing wrong, it could be your body language.

Not all dogs are the same. My first Rottweiler was a dream to train, and I easily got her to advanced level obedience. The second one I got nowhere with until I called in an excellent private trainer. I was then able to get this girl to advanced level but couldn’t have done it without private training. The dog was gentle and sweet but very hyperactive. It turned out it was my body language that was holding her back. She was smarter than I was.

Man! It seems you attracted a few idiots in this thread who have nothing better to do with their time.
Julius C. I seriously doubt you would get any chick to come home with you with your attitude. Wishful thinking much?

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We have a 10 year old cocker spaniel that we have had about 5 years. We recently adopted a 5 year old german shepherd. Both are males and both seem to be alpha dogs. The cocker spaniel has been nuetered, the geman shepherd has not.. Help can we get them to stop fighting before my cocker spaniel gets killed. He has taken two nasty bites. It’s wierd they met on nuetral territory, and we walk them together and leave them together and they are usually fine. The first time they fought over food, this last time they seemed to fight over nothing. Can this be fixed or am I going to have to give one of them up?

This can happen when you introduce a new dog in the mix, even if both dogs are fixed, both are males, both females or one of each. Even if you leave and think they are okay I would separate them, it may help to get your shepherd fixed, but really only time will help. I know it only takes a few seconds for a dog he size of a shepherd to do some serious damage to another dog – I always watch my shepherds (male and female) around other dogs they don’t know well. They are not mean, but it is their yard, their toys, their person, etc, and only time and patience and constant watching the dogs interact will get them used to sharing with another dog. It will take some time for both dogs, I raise and breed shepherds and while it may take months, they always end up buddies or at least tolerating each other.

Oscar V. Ozzie – the Unwanted Fight at the Park

Pent up energy was likely to lead to frustration and aggression at the dog park and it did earlier today when Oscar bit Ozzie. Oscar, a 3 year old Brittany Spaniel, bit Ozzie on the cheek, opening up a single puncture wound that was successfully treated at the local veterinary clinic.

The other dog owners at the park are discussing a ban on Oscar and his owner Mike. The dog park is a place where pets should be safe. They argue that Oscar is clearly aggressive and should not be allowed back. Ozzie’s owner Sarah is a loud supporter of this idea. She is upset that her 4 year old Chihuahua was hurt.

Sam, owner of a gregarious chocolate Lab, is part of the group. While he’s opposed to allowing aggressive dogs at the park, he also wonders what caused the fight and questions whether Oscar is to blame.

It rained for the last three days. Sam asked both dog owners if they had taken their dogs for walks the last three days or before visiting the park. Both indicated that they had not. In addition to not preparing their dogs for the excitement of the dog park, Sam figured they’d also neglected other items on the doggy do list. Here’s what he found out.

Oscar is 3 years old. He is a purebred Brittany Spaniel. He attended a dog obedience class when he was 6 months old, but he didn’t learn much because the class was crowded and two other dogs – one a German Shepherd and the other an Akita – were constantly at each other’s throats, compelling the trainer to spend a lot of time working one on one with them while the rest of the class puttered along. Oscar has an older brother, a 5 year old Irish Setter whom he gets along well with. Mike takes the two dogs out for a walk in the morning and another in the evening.

Ozzie is a 4 year old Chihuahua. He is an only child. Sarah has lots of friends that visit her. Since she got Ozzie at 8 weeks of age her friends have loved Ozzie. They fussed over him back then and still do. He is the King of all the gatherings at her house. He knows a handful of tricks, though he’s stuck to an “if I feel like it” approach to heeding obedience commands. He loves people but has developed an issue with excessive barking at the fence.

Oscar and Ozzie were on a collision course. After 3 days of rain and no exercise, both dogs were ramped up for the dog park. Oscar is used to playing with his tolerant older brother. Irish Setters are playful and affectionate dogs that get along well with other dogs. Oscar is used to having fun with other dogs, but had never been snarled at or bitten.

Ozzie doesn’t play with other dogs much. He’s used to setting the rules and watching the humans fall in line. Oscar, accustomed to his brother’s friendliness, approached Ozzie too enthusiastically and jumped on him. This rude behavior is acceptable in Oscar’s house, but Ozzie took offense and snapped at him. Oscar reacted instinctively, snapping back and biting Ozzie on the cheek. Oscar didn’t tear, pull or strike again; he was scared by Ozzie’s response and defended himself.

Sam argued for both dogs to be allowed at the park. He spoke with Oscar’s owner and stressed the importance of taking the dog for a walk before going to the park. Eliminating pent-up energy enables the dog to behave more sensibly. He also explained the basics of proper dog greetings, letting Oscar and his owner know that running straight at another dog and jumping on him is a bad idea. He provided tips and suggestions for training proper greetings and suggested teaching a reliable “leave it” command to call Oscar off.

He also spoke with Ozzie’s owner. He explained that Ozzie has no tolerance for other dogs getting on his nerves. While it’s okay to be irritated, his me-first attitude contributed directly to getting bitten. Sam advised her that she should restructure Ozzie’s environment so that he has to follow a No Free Lunch policy that required him to do something before being rewarded with treats and affection. He also advised her to introduce him to more dogs. Although Ozzie is well socialized to humans, he is not comfortable or familiar with other dogs. Changing that will make future trips to the park more enjoyable for him.

In this story we met two dogs that were involved in a predictable dog fight. Both dog owners are committed to taking care of their dogs, but they made training errors along the way that led to the fight. Once they got the information they needed to train their dogs correctly, they were back on track.

Many people have dogs that are like Oscar and Ozzie. They are good dogs with a few quirks. Fixing these quirks is easy and relatively painless. If you have an Oscar or Ozzie – a dog that’s rough around the edges or claiming your house as his kingdom – check out Dog Academy. Offering a free assessment test and personalized program, http://students.dogacademy.com/assessment.aspx, Dog Academy can help you improve your dog’s obedience, behavior and attitude.

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How can I teach my dog to like my cat?

I have a german shepherd and she is about 9,and famous for chasing unknown cats around the yard.I will get a kitten as a present next month and I always wanted one but I don’t know how to teach my dog to be friendly with the new family member..I don’t want her to harm the cat,please help if you can:)

Ok…first a question. Is your german shepherd an outside dog? inside/outside dog? If your german shepherd is an outside dog, I would hope that you are planning to make your kitten an inside cat. If your dog comes inside, then you need to make slow introductions. Keep your kitten in one area where the dog can’t get to it. This should be your kitten’s safe area. You can then bring the kitten out and introduce it to your dog. Your dog will probably get excited when it sees the kitten, so you need to have it on a leash or some other way to control it for the first few meetings. You can also try putting the cat in a cat carrier to protect it. Also, if you have any high surfaces around the house where the cat can go but the dog can’t reach her, that is helpful.

The Top 10 Most Famous Dogs (Part 1) Names Beginning with A to C

I’ve been compiling a list of famous dogs for my Pet Numerology website for some time now.  I know which my favorites are, but I wondered which are the most famous overall.  There are so many great famous dogs that I’m doing this in five or six groups, and then I’ll do a final round with the top dogs from those groups.

The most famous dogs (based on online chatter) with names starting with the letter A to C are:

10. Brian Griffin, the dog on the animated series Family Guy

9. Blue, the cartoon dog from the TV series Blue’s Clues

8. Clifford, from the Clifford the Big Red Dog series of cartoons and books

7. Benji, who starred of a series of Benji movies

6. Buddy, the Labrador Retriever belonging to US President Bill Clinton

5. Barney, a Scottish Terrier belonging to US President George W. Bush

4. Bo, the Portuguese Water Dog belonging to US President Barack Obama and the First Family

3. Bolt, a white German Shepherd who is the title character of the animated movie Bolt

2. Astro, family dog on the animated TV series The Jetsons

…and the most famous dog on this list is…

1. Chloe, a Chihuahua who is a lead character in the movie Beverly Hills Chihuahua

Dogs not ranking in the top 10 were Asta from the classic Thin Man films, Augie Doggie from Hanna-Barbera cartoons, Backup the Pitbull from the Veronica Mars television series, Beatrice the Weimaraner in the movie Best in Show, Beegle Beagle from Hanna-Barbera cartoons, Beethoven the Saint Bernard from the Beethoven series of movies, Belka the Soviet space dog, Belle who is Snoopy’s sister in the Peanuts comic strip, Buck the Briard from the Married With Children television series, Bullet the Wonder Dog from the Roy Rodgers television series, Bulls Eye from the novel Oliver Twist, Checkers the American Cocker Spaniel belonging to US President Richard Nixon and the First Family, Chet from the book Dog on It: A Chet and Bernie Mystery, Comet the Golden Retriever from the Full House television series, Courage from the Courage the Cowardly Dog animated television series, and Cujo the psychotic dog from the novel by Stephen King.

So a nice mix of dogs from movies (Chloe, Bolt, Benji), television (Astro, Blue, Brian), and real life (Bo, Barney, Buddy). An unusual list, as three real life dogs who are or were presidential companions made it into the top ten.  Dogs who are famous for who they live with don’t usually score as well as dogs famous for being beloved characters.

I compiled this list by searching for the dog names listed on a number of search engines and ranking them by the number of web pages, discussion forums, photos, videos, etc that are available online.

Check out my complete list of Famous Dogs at www.PetNum.com.

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Dog Kidney Failure – Extremely high creatinin level?

My 6.5 yrs old German Shepherd is diagnosed with severe Kidney Failure 3 weeks ago. Last blood work show 13.6 creatinin level and a BUN of over 80, and increase in creatinin from 7.2 two weeks ago . He did not repond on IV fluid therapy vet gave him two days ago. He is much quieter, lays down a lot. Tonight he ate chicken and rice and vomited right after the meal. Does not drink a lot of water and does not urinate a lot. The doctor said to take a day at a time, and make him confortable – that is pretty much all we can do.He was very happy today at the park.How will I know when is time to let him go? I don’t want him to suffer, and I love him a lot. Thanks

I’m sorry you are going through this. I went through it last Thanksgiving. You’ll know when you just can’t watch him suffer anymore. My dog had cancer and was loosing weight fast. She got to where she could only he soft fat that I fed her on my finger. She would go to the refrigerator and look for food but then wouldn’t eat anything I gave her. Finally she quit eating and I knew it was time. Even through I took her for a short walk that morning, when I look back at pictures of her I realize how sick she looked. Just watch him and you will know. Don’t plan to do anything else that day. It will be a hard day. I wish you and your dog the best.

Consider Differences in the Diet of an Older Dog

Whether we like it or not, years go by and we get old, and so does your dog. It is up to us to provide our pet with a diet healthy enough that allows him to enjoy his final days. We have all heard the jingles and the hype made by the dog food manufacturers regarding special branded food made especially for dogs. But is there really any substance to these claims? Compare the ingredients in the labels and examine what differences, if any, compose the ingredients in dog food made for an older dog.

As always, the best place for information on what the best choices for your dog really are, is your veterinarian. The veterinarian will be able to diagnose health conditions that are unique to your dog, as well as special needs and requirements in this later stage of development.

Perhaps your dog has been able to keep himself healthy through regular exercise and a healthy diet. This lifestyle could very well permit allow him to remain in his current adult diet, without any need for changes. However, if your dog shows irregularities such as eating disorders and weight issues, than perhaps a change is necessary to help him stay in control. In some cases, dog food with less calories may be all he needs.

A dog in his last, or third stage in his life cycle is considered to be a senior dog. Some larger breeds, such as the German Shepherd can live up to nine years. Entering his sixth year of life would make him a candidate for third stage of development. Smaller breeds of dog like the Chihuahua, would not be put in this category until about age ten due to longer life span. So basically, the decision to switch to senior dog food would be based on the dog’s overall health condition, instead of the actual age.

The main characteristic of dog food made for aging dogs is the fact that they have less calories in them in order to avoid weight problems. Food for aging dogs is also inclined to contain a high percentage of fiber, since constipation becomes a frequent issue for older dogs. The high content of fiber in his food would help regulate the digestive cycle.

Another condition that frequently affects aging dogs is kidney failure. Thus, a reduced amount of protein in regular dog meals translates into less demand on the kidneys and reduced renal problems. Consequently, dog food made for senior dogs carry less amounts of protein than the brands made for regular adult dogs.

It is also highly recommended that older dogs stick to dry food instead of the moist type. One would think that wet food is easier to chew, and thus, better for an aging dog. However, dry food helps your old dog with keeping healthy teeth and gums. However, in the end, it is best to hear what your veterinarian has to say on what’s best for your dog.

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In Memory of Eisblume Part One

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what supplies should i get for my puppy?

after looking around ive decided to get a german shepherd puppy.I’m getting it next friday so i want to make everything ready for the puppy what are the mandatory supplies.my dads gonna get some guys to build it a house soon.if i get the puppy half german(dad) half russian(mom) is it good?
around how many toys should i get.
also can anyone reccomend any great books for the dog like tricks.i heard they r the smartest dogs so any books on how to play some challanging games
its an outside dog

Supplies-

1. Food, the breeder should be able to supply a small amount and give you the name of it, if not sell you a bag. It is important to get puppy of the same food or switch it very, very slowly (purpose of small amount given by breeder) as to avoid illness/irritation, etc.

2. A first aid kit, meant for dogs or pets, of course.

3. A bed, or sleeping area. Please don’t keep a live creature outside all day. Temperature and weather can sometimes be unpredictable. Plus I can’t imagine it very comfortable for the dog or neighbors.

4. Toys, maybe ask the breeder to if you can take one of the toys the puppy is currently using home with it, to help it.

5. Grooming supplies.

The breeder should be able to give a better list. Why not call beforehand?

I’m sure the dog will be “good” as long as it’s from a reputable breeder.

Good luck and have fun with your new puppy! ( :

Finding German Shepherd Breeders

So it is time to finally come through on the family decision to get a German Shepherd pup but you have no idea how to find a German Shepherd breeder. Up to this point you probably never even gave looking for a German Shepherd breeder a second thought. They are out there and there are several good ways to find a reputable German Shepherd breeder that you will be very happy with and will supply you and your family with the dog that you want and will also be there for you for a very long time.

It may seem obvious but some German Shepherd breeders do advertise in the phone book. While you won’t be using the phone book as a final searching place you can certainly use it as a starting point. Just remember that breeders have their own ways of getting the word out so do not judge a breeder just because they do not advertise in the phone book. Some breeders get their business completely by referral and that may be the breeder you want over anyone in the phone book anyway.

You will never get better pet advice than the advice you get from your vet. If you already have pets and go to regular vet then be sure to ask them to recommend a good German Shepherd breeder that you can talk to. If this will be your first pet then the best time to find a vet is while you are looking for a breeder. This way your vet can refer you to the breeders that they do business with, trust and refer you to. It is a large network of referrals and the only way into that network is to keep customers happy so you should be able to get a great recommendation from your vet.

You will also want to see what the national breeder registries have listed for breeders in your area. The national registries like the American Kennel Club have their codes of breeding that their member breeders use as their breed guidelines and standards. So not only will you find the names of breeders that care enough about their business to adhere to a national standard but you can also see what that standard is.

It may not mean that breeders are not good German Shepherd breeders simply because they are not listed with a registry. After you search the registries you may want to also do a general search of the Internet. The Internet brings us all together and puts a world’s worth of information at your fingertips. You can use that information to find the German Shepherd breeder that will work best with you and you may even luck out and find one with a website that you can look over to find information about their breeding schedules and usually a lot of cute pictures.

Your search for the perfect German Shepherd breeder in your area should consist of many different sources of information. You should talk to as many qualified people as you can and utilize all the tools at your disposal before you make this very critical decision. Making the wrong decision about a German Shepherd breeder can be something you will have to live with for a very long time so make sure you do a detailed search and find the breeder that is right for you.

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Why One Size Does Not Fit All In Dog Training

While to many a may seem that all the dog she retrained alike there are in fact different things you need to consider depending on the size of the dog. There are many basic training techniques that apply to both large and small sized dogs however different sized dogs have different challenges and special considerations.

Whether you have a small or a large dog, you should always treat your dog with kindness and use positive reinforcement. Never hit your dog as this will do little to enforce training. While some dogs are harder to train than others, all dogs can be trained with patience and persistence.

Small Dogs

Small dogs can be transported easily which will give you more choices for training locations both inside the home and out of it. One consideration was small dogs is that they tend to bark a lot so extra effort may be needed towards bark suppression. Often times small dogs are very fearful and you want to take that into consideration your training. On the other hand there are many small dogs that are too bold which you should also take into consideration.

You should always start training or small dogs when they are young and hold regular training sessions as persistence is the key. You will need to establish early on that you are the leader of the pack, or alpha dog. Be firm when you’re small dog challenges you and don’t give in to his cuteness or be afraid to be firmer than due to his size.

You should give careful thought when leash training your small dog because their throats are easily bruised. Be careful to correct with the sideways tug as opposed to a backwards tug. when the dog is pulling forward, you should jerk the leash sideways in order to correct him—just a tug for correction not a jerk for punishment. While it may seem like a neck muscles a very strong remember their throats are delicate.

When you teach your small dog to sit, remember he is small and do not apply excessive pressure on his hind quarters. The size difference between a large human in the small dog make it easy for you to be a bit too forceful even if you don’t mean to.

Large Dogs

Large dogs have their own challenges when training. When you training a large dog the wheat strength ratio is in the dogs favor. And, therefore, you must make special considerations.

If you are training a large dog you should always be alert. While a small dog can be annoying when he turns on the leash a large dog can throw you off balance which can be dangerous. If you are training a Rottweiler or German Shepherd and he wants to let loose and run after a cat you need to be prepared to hold them back.

Large dogs will need a thick leash – at least an inch of leather or good nylon. A wide collar of good quality with solid fasteners that won’t break open while you are in the middle of training as a must. when you’re walking with a large dog be sure to hold the loop of the end of the leash in your right hand while inserting your thumb through the loop. Then, in your left hand, hold a few inches of the leash draped over your left her in insert your left palm through the little loop which is formed while draping. Claims the leash across your left hand palm.

Even with a large dog, you want to perform leash corrections by jerking sideways as opposed to back. While they are obviously much stronger than small dogs their throats can be bruised by excessive force. Just give them a short tog and release this will let them know that they’ve done something wrong.

Large dogs, in particular, need to be trained not to jump especially around children. Many dogs get excited when they see children and they want to jump up on them and play. Your job as a trainer is to be prepared with leash corrections whenever this happens. In the beginning you will correct with the leash but eventually the dog will learn to not jump with a voice command.

Whether you’re a dog is large or small, daily training is necessary especially in the beginning to reinforce the commands that you want your dog to learn. In order for your dog to be the best pet he can be, it’s important for him to learn what is acceptable behavior and what is not. Dogs like to have rules and they love to please their owners so training is probably something your dog looks forward to. While training can be tedious and time-consuming you will be rewarded with a loyal and loving pet that is a joy to be around.

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Why Do you Want a New Dog?

Think about it first.

1) Why do you want a dog? This is the first question you should consider, because this will be relevant to all the matters affecting your decision.
It may be that you have recently lost a dog to illness or old age and she has left a blank space that you need to fill. If your children are now grown up and moved away, it may be that you need a new companion, who will also ensure that you get out and take plenty of exercise.
Perhaps you would like a big dog, to help you feel more secure in your home.
These factors will help you to decide what breed of dog will be most suitable and also whether it should be an adult dog or a puppy.

2) You need to decide which breed of dog will suit your situation. There is such an enormous choice among all the different breeds. Will it be a large hound or a small terrier, a German Shepherd or a Bichon Frise? Will the size of the dog and the size of your home be compatible?
You may decide not to get a pure bred dog but may find the ideal companion at the local Rescue Center. This would certainly save you a lot of money.

3) If you decide to get a rescue dog, be aware that it may come with problems from a previous unsuitable owner. On the other hand, such a dog may be so grateful for a happy, loving home that it will turn out to be the ideal companion.

Dog breeders can vary from the superb to the criminal. Some are little more than puppy farms, with unhygienic quarters and indiscriminate breeding. Refer to your local breed society to find a reputable breeder and be sure to check the pedigree of the parents and the Kennel Club registration.

4) Who will train the dog and how? Make no mistake, your dog will need to be trained. He is essentially a pack animal and you must establish his position in your “pack”, even if it’s only the two of you.

More training problems arise from allowing the dog to assume the role of Alpha Dog, than from any other. If he is convinced that he is the boss, why should he listen to you? And he won’t! This is the main reason why the rescue centers are always full.

Will you take your dog to training classes, or employ a professional trainer? Are there other members of the family who could share in this necessary exercise. Perhaps you can do it yourself, with the aid of one of the excellent training courses which are available online.

You must be prepared to devote time and patience to training your dog, to get the very best from your relationship.

5) Who will take most responsibility for the dog’s welfare? Will it all fall on you? You need to consider feeding, exercise, training and possibly grooming. Can you depend on promises of help from the kids and other members of the family, once the novelty has worn off?

If, on the other hand, you are now living alone, the trust and demands of a new dog in your life could be the very best thing to lighten your days!

6) Separation anxiety can be a big problem for a new puppy or an adult dog. He has suddenly been plunged into a new, strange environment and, in the case of a puppy, been taken away from his mother and siblings.

If the dog is then left alone in the home for long periods of the day, look out! He will be frightened and then bored and may resort to chewing and other destructive behavior, or keep up endless barking or whining, much to the annoyance of neighbors.

And you may return home to a disaster zone!

7) Food. In the wild, your dog was a meat eater. Making sure that he gets a suitable diet, with all the correct nutrition is vital to his health and well-being. Just feeding him leftovers from your dinner table is not sufficient.

Did you know that garlic and onions can be toxic to dogs?

Several vets and other authoritative sources have issued serious warnings that some commercial dog foods are potentially lethal, as they contain substances which are banned from human consumption.

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Consider the cost of owning a dog. For a start, buying a pure bred dog with a good pedigree can be pretty expensive. He will need an initial health check with the vet and possibly you may want to have him micro-chipped.
Whilst you are at the vet’s, you may want to get an idea of his normal fees, which should send you looking for pet insurance.

Once you’ve covered all that, there is the continuing cost of food, toys, collars, leashes, training and possibly a crate or kennel.
Get the right dog and he’s worth every penny!

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