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The Amazing Curiosity of Puppies! In training my newest member of my pack, Sir Jax; I am just amazed at the curiosity of our fur babies! Everything is so new and exciting to him. It's important to see the world through his eyes! So innocent, bold, unafraid and just CURIOUS about EVERYTHING! The MOST important command you MUST teach your puppy is "Leave it". Make sure that when teaching this command, or any command, to be gentle with your puppy. They are young and want to please you. It is your  job to teach them how. My first lesson in training was to drop a treat on the floor and tell my Pup to "Leave it". When they obey your command, then and only then, will you give them a DIFFERENT treat! Move up to placing more and more treats on the floor. Here is a personal photo of my Beagle Sambina and myself learning this technique! Look at my Binas FACE!! HA! I have finally have learned the importance of Puppy Proofing my house! Just as if
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My Dogs Favorite Dog Harnesses On the market today there are so many options for Dog Harnesses! It can be overwhelming! What I look for in the harnesses we use are  #1 Comfort for my Pup! I look for Choke Free Harnesses, or Non Pull Harnesses Our Fur Babies have sensitive throats, and when young and not yet trained properly, they will pull on a leash and collar causing damage to the sensitive trachea. #2 Durable and Long Lasting! I have 3 Dogs in different stages of life. I am using my #1 Favorite Dog Harness by  Doggie Design Choke Free Harness in Candy Pink  for my newest boy, Sir Jax! Quite adorable, but they grow so fast he will be needing a bigger one soon enough! #3 Reasonably Priced For the same reason as above, if your a dog lover like me, you definatly have more than one Fur Baby! I need comfort and durability, not a big price tag, although some people can afford more fashionable harnesses, I always look for style, comfort, durability, a
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Top 3 Puppy Potty Training Tips As a new Mom to a Chocolate American Cocker Spaniel, his name is Sir Jax,  I know and understand that potty training a puppy can be a very challenging endeavor. Here are a few tips and tricks that I have learned on my journey, and a few fun potty training items to help along the way too! First, and probably most important, get your puppy on a feeding schedule. Dogs love schedules! Make sure to feed your fur babies at the same time every day. Wait about 5 or 10 minutes after they eat or drink water and get them outside quickly! Second, after nap time or waking up in the morning. Dogs are like humans in this respect. When we first wake up we usually have to go to the restroom, so do our dogs!! So, anytime your pup closes their eyes, even for 5 minutes, get them outside to take care of their business! Finally, just watch your pup, when you see them sniffing around, that is a sure sign to get them outside. My Boy, Sir Jax, gets sup
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Top 3 Dog Care Tips  Have your dog checked by the vet regularly Like us, as dogs grow older, they become more prone to health issues. It could be as simple as a toothache or as serious as a heart problem. The symptoms doesn't always show or it's too late when they do - that's why it's important to bring your pet to the vet regularly to have a general check up. Annual check ups should also cover dental care, health screenings, vaccinations, parasite control as well as recommended vaccinations. Prevent your dog from getting parasites The most common parasite that can affect your canine's health are fleas. When they're exposed to other dogs who has them, your pet can easily be plagued by the external parasite. Fleas can cause skin irritation, infection, hair loss, hot spots and more. If your pet swallows a flea, other parasites can easily be introduced to his body like a tapeworm. To help prevent both external and internal parasites, make sure that yo