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Kookliebird
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08-04-2005

Friday, September 05, 2008 - 1:18 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Kookliebird a private message Print Post    
And the judges dog always looks like it's 'out of it'. It sits there like a stuffed animal with no movement at all.

Seamonkey
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09-07-2000

Friday, September 05, 2008 - 2:44 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Seamonkey a private message Print Post    
If you have a retrieving dog, they should have a very soft mouth (they retrieve game and not good to chew it up) and for those dogs you would not use tug toys or let them chew on anything they retrieved and they do love to mouth tennis balls!

My labs loved tennis balls, but I wouldn't leave them alone with them and they did know that if they were retrieving a training dummy or bumper they were not to mouth it.. same with a bird.

I guess the owner should be able to remove anything from the dog bone suite that they deemed not so good for their dog.

Costacat
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07-15-2000

Friday, September 05, 2008 - 3:30 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Costacat a private message Print Post    
Costa Cat loves tennis balls! He does a rabbit kick attack on 'em when he has cat faeries whispering in his ear!


Dogdoc, I agreed about Laurie's posture. I thought that crossed-arms stare was appalling. Dogs read body language just as humans do!

Kookliebird
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08-04-2005

Friday, September 05, 2008 - 4:37 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Kookliebird a private message Print Post    
I don't like tennis balls because they get all slobbery after throwing them a couple of times! Yuck!

Skydiver6
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07-21-2006

Friday, September 05, 2008 - 4:50 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Skydiver6 a private message Print Post    
I have heard that about tennis balls and have seen a picture of a dog who did wear his teeth down. The nice "tennis" balls made especially for dogs like the Kong ones (not the cheapo ones) are made without abrasives. I have a German Shepherd so I always get the large size ones so they won't get caught in her throat. There has just been a recall of the Four Paws pimple ball. There's a horrible story about a dog getting his tongue caught in it. http://www.thechaistory.blogspot.com/ I did see them at a local pet store the other week and the ball did have 2 holes now so they must have redesigned it. My dogs favorite ball is the iSqueak ball. Again I get the larger size and they hold up great and keep their squeak.

Jodied75
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08-26-2004

Friday, September 05, 2008 - 6:04 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Jodied75 a private message Print Post    
I think the danger of tennis balls comes down to two things:

1. The balls are designed to actually play tennis, and the surface material is abrasive to a dog's teeth;

2. There is a danger of them popping the balls and chewing through them. I don't know about the "gas" or "caught tongue" threat, but if they get to the smaller ball in the middle, they could choke on them.

I was told in the dog grooming shop only to advise against tennis balls because of the potential damage to dogs' teeth. I didn't know then about any other dangers. I guess the least you could do is make sure your dog is supervised while playing with them. It does seem, though, that there are a ton of alternative options out there - why risk it?

Costacat I laughed out loud when I read your post. My younger, frisky cat does the "rabbit-kick" attack on her toys, too! heehee! :-)

Sadiesmom
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03-13-2002

Saturday, September 06, 2008 - 8:38 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Sadiesmom a private message Print Post    
gee, I guess I am pretty bad about allowing my dog to chew on golf balls, that can really get caught in a throat - tenis ball not so much, she is a big dog with a teeny head and throat. That is OK, she really likes those rubber things with feet, I can always grab the feet and pull them out. and stuffed animals, she loves chasing stuffed animals, no longer shreds them, the Ty brand dog toy is the longest a stuffed animal has lasted for me because of the tug of war syndrome (2 years and no wear).
Off to throw out all golf balls and mini tennis balls.

I don't really have to worry about her biting too hard on anything, she is a hunting dog and she will not eat anything that requires biting down pressure like chew sticks the hardest thing she will eat is jerky (non-salt/non-preservative), it is hard to get her to eat dry dog food, had to go to the smallest chunks.

Thanks for the info, pets need good owners.

Seamonkey
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09-07-2000

Saturday, September 06, 2008 - 6:35 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Seamonkey a private message Print Post    
Cats rabbit kicking are just adorable!

I'd never give a real golf ball to a big dog.. the inside isn't so good for anyone. There is one around her that my cat basically ignores, though and her mouth isn't close to big enough to even dent the surface.

Bingosmama
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05-12-2006

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 1:38 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Bingosmama a private message Print Post    
Dogdoc, if you are familiar with dogs can you tell me why Bichon's are so hard to "potty train"....our guy is 6 mo. now and I'm still struggling with him about that issue...I don't remember having this much trouble with my other breeds...Help!!!! Any suggestions would help!!!

Thanks...

Puzzled
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08-27-2001

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 2:47 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Puzzled a private message Print Post    
I don't know why, but Bichons are known to be hard to housebreak, so don't feel bad.

It's probably genetic. For instance, hounds are generally harder to housebreak, too.

Bingosmama
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05-12-2006

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 3:08 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Bingosmama a private message Print Post    
Thanks Puzzled...that's what I keep hearing. Wonder why?? Everyone I know that has one has said the same thing...I used to have Shepherds and they were so easy and caught on so fast....but this guy..wow!!! He knows when he has had an "accident" in the house because right after he does it, he runs out the doggie door to the porch....What to do!!!!

Bombaycat
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07-21-2007

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 5:17 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Bombaycat a private message Print Post    
Wow. JD and Galexy just got eliminated.

Bombaycat
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07-21-2007

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 5:36 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Bombaycat a private message Print Post    
Presley is America's Greatest Dog. Congratulations Travis.

Angelicfairies2
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07-19-2004

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 5:39 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Angelicfairies2 a private message Print Post    
YAY Presley!!!!

Keldogg
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08-12-2005

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 5:41 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Keldogg a private message Print Post    
Presley won? He's the dog I fell in love with on the first show. But the judges seem to have been hard on him lately, so I didn't think he had a chance.

I'm happy!

Dogdoc
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09-29-2001

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 5:42 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Dogdoc a private message Print Post    
Bingosmama, a lot of training problems have to do with how much a dog wants to please you verses how independent he wants to be. He is still a puppy. He is thinking about himself. He will learn best by getting rewarded when he goes potty outside.

Dogdoc
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09-29-2001

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 5:44 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Dogdoc a private message Print Post    
Travis looked like a male model tonight. Presley did great. I am glad they won.

Lakecat
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10-01-2006

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 6:00 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Lakecat a private message Print Post    
I missed the show, was watching Top Model.I thought Andrew had it won.Do yall know why he didnt win?Im happy with Presley.

Re: Hard dogs to potty train.I hear ya Bingosmom,I have a rescue pug thats 4 yrs old.Ive had her for 6 weeks now and still havent come close to getting her trained(maybe cause weve moved 3 hrs away and been in the middle of major house renovations during this time).I read pugs are hard too.

Dogdoc
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09-29-2001

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 6:51 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Dogdoc a private message Print Post    
Pugs just don't give a damn. They just want to play.

Supergranny
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02-03-2005

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 7:12 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Supergranny a private message Print Post    
Amen on that Docdoc! Pugs just want the good times to roll.

Bingosmama
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05-12-2006

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 7:49 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Bingosmama a private message Print Post    
Good show tonight..I'm happy for Presley but sure thought Andrew had a good chance...I just had tears in my eyes for both dogs...both were terrific in my opinion...

Thanks everyone for the comments on my little guys problem... I do reward him when he goes outside and scold him when he goes inside...I think he is starting to get the message...we will wait and see. I agree Dogdoc, he is still a puppy so maybe I just want to much from him just now....Thanks again everyone....

Puzzled
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08-27-2001

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 7:51 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Puzzled a private message Print Post    
One of our dachshunds was almost impossible to housebreak. Finally, we took turns, watching her every single minute and as soon as she squatted, we'd yell, "No, no!!" and drag her outside. Lots of praise and treats when she did it outside.

You might try getting some of those wee wee pads and placing them outside, held down by rocks. It can be soooo frustrating.

I was sorry to see Galaxy go. I felt that the judges' agenda was to pick a dog that highlighted the kind of training they were touting. There was no way they were going to let JD win.

At least one of the judges has a TV show that depends on her method, so natch, that method had to win.
Still, I was happy that Presley won.

Sadiesmom
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03-13-2002

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 8:11 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Sadiesmom a private message Print Post    
Ach! I fell asleep at 7PM and just woke up to the horrible news on Ike t 11 - can anyone give a quick summary. Iguess they will update the show site, I could look there.

Skydiver6
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07-21-2006

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 9:00 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Skydiver6 a private message Print Post    
You should NEVER scold a puppy for having an accident inside. It is not their fault, it is yours. All the scolding does is make the puppy not want to go when you are around. They don't understand why you are angry at them. Are you using a crate? The puppy should be in the crate whenever you are not specifically watching them until they are completely housebroken. It's also important to follow a routine. Feed them at the same time every day. Take them out after they eat, after they drink, after they play, after they wake up. Try to bring them to the same place outside each time and praise a lot. Clean up any accidents in the house thoroughly with special pet cleaners so they will not be attracted back to the same spot. It can be a lot of work in the beginning but you need to be consistent. Good luck!!

Oldtex
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03-06-2006

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 9:23 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Oldtex a private message Print Post    
I could see either one of these 2 dogs win!

Dh & I are still amazed how bravely Andrew walked under that elephant and back again. I don't think that Andrew knew that the elephant was an animal!

We really enjoyed this show even if I did object to some of the "tests". Wish we could have seen more of the past competitors. But Preseley is such a gem of a dog.