Dogsfevr

I agree she isnt allowed to be a puppy. My opinion over training & you say she is praised for being quiet & ignored when she shows personality. I wouldnt say shes bored but more whining for attention other than the structured time she is given. It sounds like you want a little adult now & thats what shes being moulded to,she isnt boring just not allowed to be a puppy.

Feed earlier ,if dog wants to go toilet take out onlead only giving command toilet ,do not allow pup to go out on its own at this stage you must make it clear the break is for toilets not playtime or whatever time.If the dog whines tell it "No" even tap the crate if need be be patient very consistant but dont let the dog set the rules

Sadly this is the common attitude with dog owners it jumps up lets get rid off it,it is a dog dogs jump but unless people put in time & effort the dog doesnt simply learn whats expected. If its too much hassle it is better for the dog to be rehomed & not because the kids may get attached because the dog deserves a home where it will be wanted for life not a part time yes you can stay /no you must go.If your frustrated what about the dog is feels your frustration without leadership very hard for a pup to figure out whats expected. I get the impression the other dog is suppose to be doing the training & you had the idea all would be easy??I dare say each of your children have different needs,level of learning etc & the dog is no different. It is only 12 weeks & if its had no training or no effort put in then it isnt the dogs fault there training/learning is only as good as what the owners put in

Is she on prednil??Have you tried alternative meds like phenergen,zirtec.

Litters apart doesnt mean anything ,you say there from the same parents thats an issue. The big thing to remember is when the girls come in season it will place your boy in alot of distress,unless you are set up to keep them away from each other at this time you will have issues such as the male peeing up everything,trying to hump which can injure the male/females back.Having your boy spayed will stop unwanted pups but keeping the bitches entire is a health risk plus will create issues in the house at that time. As you say your not breeding but all the questions ask are what a breeder should now so the person your getting the pup from should be giving you a detailed folder on diet,grooming etc Breeding siblings is an issue unless you dont care about what your producing or selling to the poor buyers.

I generally hand mind down to juniors but i have remained the same weight for so long that i havent out grown anything. I also buy carefully & prefer to pay more something that will last but i have purchased some great stuff from the op shops,having irish/english setter means getting colours that suit both can be hard . I have 2 wardrobes full of clothes

I would also look at the way the pick the dog up & the way they cuddle,some people when they cuddle a dog go over the top & the dogs doesnt feel comfortable.

Some dogs are jumpers some arent but i would also say as shes picked up all the time she just thinks thats the normal. But at her age jumping isnt disreable & the more you make off it the more reluctant they can be,also the floor surface,previous attempts which may not have been good can create a small fear.As to being able to place her feet up means nothing in getting the whole body up,i can reach high doesnt mean i can jump over it.

The dog leaving its stable home will be more stress . The dog will then have to adjust to a new home,new routine & a new pup in its twilight years. It wont be easy. Is there any other reason why the goldie has to move home? It can be easier around an adult but you have a dog that is older & i dare say not had to put up with a bouistrous pup for a long time & the older dogs acceptability & patience level may not be the same anymore. We never rely on older dogs for training each dog is different & you have to opposite breeds

Cortisone over time can create issues ,it only covers the problem but once it wears out the issue is back it seems these days vets hand out prednil like lollies. We will not use it unless its a bee sting.

Her coat will determine the success of any trim but generally you just do a puppy trim & the head is decided by the coat,features & what the owners want.You dont have alot of choices

Simple a fence,if the dogs arent securley & correctly housed they will wander & be a nuisance.You dont just get rid off a dog without actually doing something first,The dog obviously is able to go off when ever it feels like,has done so for awhile & now its a problem which isnt her fault . Theres no mircale answer except not allowing it to happen . I presume they are outside dogs & dont get alot of stimulation or walks etc?

Well said Cordelia. If breeders dont insist on desexing there irresponsable,if they do it early there monsters .Sad world when another breeder happily bags a breeder for doing the right thing with a breed that in the wrong hands could be trouble. Cheaper,easier what crap

Remember there are thousands of early spays with no issues out there & aslong as people cant be trusted whether it be via rescue,breeders it will be done.

The dog needs to be trained to go outside aswell.Is this dog going to be solely in the house 24/7???

yelling & smacking will do nothing.What the dog is doing is a natural act but certainly not diserable.Some dogs are very randy,very much all male & if a pet you get them spayed as early as possible.You often find these same dogs will mark everywhere. Does the dog hump the humans,things you are touching or whilst playing??If yes the dog is asserting itself as the pack leader & you need to readdress the pack order but seriously if a pet spay early,discuss the issues with the breeder aswell as some lines can be randy. When the dog humps most think it is funny & allow it to happen but the novelty soom wheres off & then owners are trying to stop something that has been made acceptable. Yu can generally with attention now when the dog is going to try it so you must be smart & get in first,divert,distract & encourage acceptable behaviour with reward. Yes bitches will also hump

The groomer should be checking her anal glands but seriously you need to address the poo eating as long term you will have big issues

We have a set price starting at $44 but the price varies on coat condition,regular bookings,type of groom(bichon in a show trim etc) etc etc. Personally for $60 i would want the rolls royce of clips. generally the clips are clip offs or a good traditional breed trim thats suitable for pet life. A tidy often ends up being a full groom,if we are to do a head/tail & nails then the dog must be brought in knot free & spotlessly clean as owners will soon take advatage,you must set the rules from day 1 ie/top/tail means this otherwise full charge etc etc. For some giant breeds we charge $44 because they have been easier & taken less time than a matted maltese & the wear & tear on the equip was less for the first so it really comes down to having a good regular clientele & playing with the prices. If your GSt registered then work that into your price . You must set a reasonable basic price

The first part will certainly be supplied by the breeder in there puppy pack as breeders can use different vaccs . As to the desexing many breeders now will desex prior to leaving or it will be in the contract. If you are thinking of breeding you will have to find a breeder who is willing to be helpful. Many breeders will not just sell dogs for breeding purposes due to the lastest fads in DD poor breeding choices & the fact there prefix is attached to the dog when things go wrong. Buying a dog & keeping it entire means having a good relationship with the breeder who can assist in what lines are compatable with the dogs as you dont just put a/b together. Do you plan to show,trial,sled or work the dogs?or just maybe have a litter? Quite a few of the mal breeders do desex there pups before they go .

we have always used roseline & wahl for daily grooming & on the showdogs although we do have seperate scissors the shaping etc the showdogs. The thing with scissors is the comfort,feel etc

I would feed am but you also need to remember when a dog has been outside for so long it can go to the loo when it pleases so in reality the routine is normal to the dog,now the dog is learning to break that routine & letting you now is good toilet training

I often think the problem is people think obedience is a social playtime for the dogs,they dont appreciate the talk & when you get the few that think they now it all they wonder off . You will never satisfy everyone but aslong as 99% of the class is learning/listening you are doing well. We have trained junior handlers in the past & whilst obviously there is a different age group,we did out of our own pocket hand out treats or print off a home made certificate/s to the keenest listerner,those with trouble dogs succeeding,a small pack of smackos,we would go to good sammies & get a bag of good teddies & hand them out,you would be surprised how adults/kids get chuffed at being noticed & i believe for many people they sometimes feel invisible.We may not do it every week but it does make people a tad competive. I mean i now it sounds stupid but do the people in you class now each other,there dogs names??People feel more at home when they now each other.

Cockers are gundogs so by nature are very mouthy breeds.Its important that any game you play doesnt encourgae the dog to be mouthy,when the dog gets over the top divert the behaviour,use it as a training moment. The dog snapping back is being dominate & depending on your reaction the dog has won so it has achieved nothing. I have setters,they will carry my hand around but there are boundries ,i dont have an issue with it but they also now the word gentle & if they try & go overboard that when i change the play to something that stops the behaviour & i come out the winner,it can be a very simple thing .Just be patient,when pup is rough be calm calmly say gentle if it doesnt respond walk away

yep had dog with P/C. It can be a killer as the pain is so bad.Attacks can occur again especially if stressed,diet is so important. Recovery can vary from very quickly to a month or more with plenty of good/bad days inbetween. Our dog lived a full life but we had to watch any food intake like a hawk the most trival thing can set it off

The problem often is people make a big deal of the pup from day1,they carry it around baby it & create an insecure feeling.When it whines everyone jumps. Obviously you have to be attentive to noises & its important to listen to the noises & understand which one goes with what.Our dogs have a distinct noise for toilets,alerting & the a general whine that doesnt get a response. English cockers can be very clingy & whinge alot but its very important to ignore but do so with feeling. When you feed do you leave the food down if he follows?? Leaving for short times is a start & its very important not to make a big deal when you return,go out & walk into the house ignoring the pup,you also must leave in a very confidient positive fashion. Some dogs dont cope well when leaving there home & now this pup is looking at the people for pack leadership,you at present have become its mum & as such you need to think like a dog not a human. The key here is do all things in small baby steps but keep with it you must win the battle no matter how small it is so the dog knows all is well. Things will settle just be consistant with a routine & dont react to all noises