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by Yoshi
Tue Jan 06, 2009 12:35 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Grooming shelter dog while he's still adjusting to new home
Replies: 5
Views: 3237

First, about the biting... What sort of environment did he come from? What kind of things were you two doing when he got snippy? It's very easy--especially with a breed as small as a Peke--to scare a dog unintentionally, and it ends up with bad results. Does he have a place that he can go that is &q...
by Yoshi
Fri Dec 19, 2008 11:33 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: A funny--Rescue Barbie//enjoy
Replies: 3
Views: 2224

Fantastic!! I'm going to share this with my shelter :lol:
by Yoshi
Fri Dec 19, 2008 11:29 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What is Everyone's Opinions
Replies: 11
Views: 5400

Did anyone hear about the incident at a dog show? I guess some Peta members ran around letting show dogs out of their kennels because "they were so miserable in there". The show was held near a busy highway and... well, you see where this is going. :( If I'm not mistaken, it was also a hot...
by Yoshi
Fri Dec 19, 2008 11:21 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Idea for Responsible Pet Ownership Promotion
Replies: 13
Views: 6198

Sorry for my long absence! This is all great feedback. Keep in mind that this project is in the absolute earliest stage, so it will sound very unbalanced right now. Yes, I was referring to dominance-based training methods that go out of hand. I don't think dominance has to be a dirty word; I take it...
by Yoshi
Sat Nov 22, 2008 6:04 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Idea for Responsible Pet Ownership Promotion
Replies: 13
Views: 6198

Idea for Responsible Pet Ownership Promotion

There have been quite a few events in my area--as well as the dog world in general--that have prompted me to become a stronger advocate for better pet care. One way I plan to do this is by writing and printing pamphlets for my shelter and handing them out to potential adopters. So far, the topic lis...
by Yoshi
Tue Nov 18, 2008 10:17 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: People irritate me.
Replies: 7
Views: 3953

This is why I've decided that dog training is not for me, unfortunately. No one around here wants to listen to me; I offer great advice on how to build a trusting relationship with their dogs, and in response they yank the leash. I just said this on the G2G boards: humans can be so negative sometime...
by Yoshi
Tue Nov 18, 2008 9:13 pm
Forum: The TV Show
Topic: USA show
Replies: 5
Views: 4348

Isn't it available for viewing on Animal Planet's website? I could be wrong, but I thought I saw something for it on there the other day...
by Yoshi
Tue Nov 18, 2008 9:11 pm
Forum: Dog Training Advice
Topic: Training my Teachers Dog
Replies: 4
Views: 2627

To build on this... The place method can be very effective if done consistently. First, have your teacher lead the dog over to a mat or something similar. Get him to lie down on it and say "Place!" and reward. Repeat this several times. Then ring the doorbell. Have your teacher lead the do...
by Yoshi
Tue Nov 18, 2008 8:46 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Couldn't catch a dog -- bad outcome
Replies: 6
Views: 3492

This is a very heartbreaking situation. You did a lot for this dog though. Consider that most people wouldn't even think twice about stopping to help. Also imagine how scared this guy must've been. Yes, at one point, he was coming to you, but then ran; perhaps something spooked him. Even the coolest...
by Yoshi
Fri Oct 31, 2008 9:38 am
Forum: Dog Training Advice
Topic: Dog jumping on you and constantly scratching with his nails
Replies: 8
Views: 8526

Hi Nanc, The reason the dog (what breed?) is jumping up and scratching is because he wants your attention. Think about it: he's just a little guy waaaaay down there on the floor and we're tall and waaaaay up here. What better way to say "Hey I need you" than to jump on your leg and paw at ...
by Yoshi
Tue Oct 14, 2008 8:47 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Just wondering if anyone's else's dog does this...
Replies: 4
Views: 2897

Just wondering if anyone's else's dog does this...

On Tuesday and Thursday mornings, I put Xavier in his crate and let him out during my break between work shifts. He gets his Kong toy, which is filled with something tasty. Today I put peanut butter inside. Well when I let him out when I got home, he came out and fell asleep; licking peanut butter i...
by Yoshi
Tue Oct 14, 2008 8:37 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Kicking after going toilet
Replies: 32
Views: 11505

My Xavier does this after he poos, and my uncle's Yorkie does this after having a wee. I've read that it's possible they do this to scent mark, or it could just be them wanting to bury it. Can anyone clarify this?
by Yoshi
Tue Oct 14, 2008 8:24 pm
Forum: Dog Training Advice
Topic: new owner questions
Replies: 10
Views: 4313

To add to this: It's excellent that you're seeking out this info before you get the puppy. The world needs more dog owners like that ^-^ It's never too early to introduce your puppy to new things. In fact, the sooner the better, that way he will be used to things that will otherwise seem odd and eve...
by Yoshi
Tue Oct 14, 2008 8:06 pm
Forum: Episode Discussions
Topic: 1st American Episode
Replies: 16
Views: 9351

Hey Holldenwolf! I acquired that info from Barron's Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds. It suggested that the term "Boxer" was derived either from that or the name "Bullenbiser." The book is from 2005, so I'll make a note of that. Thanks for the info, I'm all about learning new things. T...
by Yoshi
Sun Oct 12, 2008 6:49 pm
Forum: The TV Show
Topic: Shocked
Replies: 4
Views: 4172

It's interesting that you mentioned this. Earlier today, I was browsing the Groomer to Groomer forums and someone posted this: http://www.bestfriends.org/video/bev_hill_ch/vidPlayer.html I didn't realize that this movie was bringing so much attention to the needs of dogs. Simply fantastic! A victory...