Posted on: 25 January, 2005
Author: Adam G. Katz
1. What age should I start using the prong ... replies: ] ... ... at about four months of age when you see the adult teeth begin to come in.2. What should I be ... obedienc 1. What age should I start using the prong collar?[Adam replies: ] Generally speaking, at about four months of age when you see the adult teeth begin to come in.2. What should I be teaching, obedience wise, with 8 month puppy?[Adam replies: ] At eight months of age, there really isnt ANYTHING you cant teach the dog, obedience-wise.3. When you say pop, when teaching...
Posted on: 25 January, 2005
Author: Adam G. Katz
Dear Adam:After catching up on doggy email, I've noticed your reference to submissive posture. Your book helped more than a professional trainer I hired for my adopted Golden. We went through biting and dominance issues. The problem I am having now is I still do not trust him 100%. When he bit there really wasn't any sign it was coming (that I noticed). Even now, the only sign that he doesn't like something is a lowered head and sometimes a low growl (the groomer told me this). This dog growls sometimes when he is happy. It is almost like someone...
Posted on: 25 January, 2005
Author: Adam G. Katz
I have a cousin named Leonard who was in the Army during Vietnam.He and his fellow soldiers would often be in the jungle for several days at a time. The Army would supply them with MREs. (Meals Ready To Eat.) These are kind of like T.V. dinners packed in foil bags. After the novelty of eating out of a foil bag wears off, you come to realize that MREs are some of the most bland-tasting food you will ever eat. Leonard once told me that he and his buddies would pack small bottles of Tobasco sauce in their bags. That...
Posted on: 25 January, 2005
Author: Adam G. Katz
Dear Adam:I will try and make this short and include only the details I think will help. I HAVE read the entire book on line. I will pick up all of the tapes along with the book when I come to USA in May.I live in a third world country. Most of the dogs here are wild, mixed breed or mistreated. We went to another part of the country to obtain a pure bred dog. He is bred to guard sheep... an older breed and very large. Our dog is 9 weeks old and most of the time is good......
Posted on: 25 January, 2005
Author: Adam G. Katz
Robin asks:I'm wondering if you could tell me why-- when I'm walking Yogi through some grass-- that he smells something and the next thing I know, he's stuck his head on the ground and starts to roll his body over the area he was smelling. On two occasions, he coated himself in another dog's poop. I've been asking vets and laypersons to explain this behavior but no one seem to know. Thank you so much for listening. Very Sincerely,-RobinDear Robin:This is a hold-over instinct from before dogs were domesticated. They would roll around in a heavily scented object to mask...
Posted on: 25 January, 2005
Author: Adam G. Katz
Now that summer is in full swing, many dogs are experiencing dry skin and excessive itchiness. I know that my dog, "Forbes," certainly has been! Of course, the first thing you'll want to rule out is fleas. But barring fleas, I've found that the best way to alleviate itching is to: Splash approximately 2 Tablespoons of either vegetable oil or canola oil in your dog's food.The additional fat will give your dog's coat a soft, shiny look and will help alleviate dry skin and itching.You can also try an over-the-counter product you can get at most pet stores called, "Lipiderm,"...
Posted on: 25 January, 2005
Author: Adam G. Katz
Dear Mr. Katz:I have two cocker spaniels that are one year apart. The red and white female (Cassie)is almost two and spayed. The buff male (Peanut) is just one 1 years old and neutered. Peanut was rescued from a cocker shelter in October of 1999. He is incredibly devoted, a very good listener and quick learner. He is the ideal dog as he is very eager to please. Cassie on the other hand is the most independent and stubborn dog I have ever encountered (you've probably seen worse). She used to only listen to commands when she wanted but I...
Posted on: 25 January, 2005
Author: Adam G. Katz
Dear Adam:My dog, Chance, we think is a Golden retriever mix, but he's mostly white with gold patches. Also he's about 2/3 the size of a Golden Retriever. He's 18 months old and has been loose-leash trained pretty well as long as you don't let him get distracted.The thing I don't know how to handle is that some dogs that we meet when we're out jogging or walking, he goes ballistic.We have used a choke chain to train him, and it seemed to work well. But there is that occasional dog that we meet will get him so riled that...
Posted on: 25 January, 2005
Author: Charlie Lafave
If you havent already found one, or worked with one in the past, you need to find a vet. Pick one you feel comfortable with, and who answers your questions in full, completely and gives you answers you can understand. You dont need a vet who talks down to you, or acts like youre too dumb to understand what theyre saying! Find a vet, if possible, who specializes in small animals (as opposed to one who treats large and small like horses, cows, cats and dogs.) Your community may only have vets that do a little bit of everything...
Posted on: 20 January, 2005
Author: Jeffrey Rolo
One of the reasons I strongly ... horse owners to train their own horses rather than ship them away to a ... trainer is ... Quite simply, an ... party will not ... One of the reasons I strongly encourage horse owners to train their own horses rather than ship them away to a professional trainer is familiarity. Quite simply, an unfamiliar party will not understand your horse nearly as well as you, and this understanding of a horse is the backbone of any successful training plan. This is not to suggest that all horse trainers are clueless individuals that...