Dikeman dog training : How to choose a puppy

Richell Paw Trax 8-Piece Puppy Training Kit

• Kit includes one tray and 7 pads
• Quilted surface dries quickly and controls pet odor
• Snap-in frame is especially designed to hold doggy pad firmly in place
• Provides superior protection to floor surfaces when used with doggy pad
• Perfect for use during travel; leak proof

Product Description
Richell Paw Trax 8-Piece Training Kit includes the training tray made of polypropylene and designed for use with Paw Trax Super Absorbent Doggy Pads and 7 super absorbent training pads to make this kit perfect for potty training your new pup or as protection for your longtime companion pet. Each pad is made up of 4 layers that work together to absorb more wetness and dry out faster. The top layer consists of a durable nonwoven fabric designed to uphold its strength when wet, thus eliminating any possibility for the fabric to fall apart. The second layer consiss of an absorbent sheet that quickly soaks up the moisture from the pad surface thus allowing the surface to dry much quicker. The third layer consis… More >>

Richell Paw Trax 8-Piece Puppy Training Kit

Should I get this Great Dane Puppy?

There is a woman who breeds Great Danes, Her female has not earned her CH “Championship”, But has all necessary Health testing done, & has has limited showing and has done well in those shows.
The Sire Has his CHIC number “which means he has All health testing done” through OFA..& is a stud from another breeder. Both dogs are gorgeous & this breeder has told me that mom is an angel, and I contacted the owned of the Stud and he has a great Temperament as well. I also want to mention The Stud dog owner/breeder is a well known breeder who is looked up to for their breeding practices.
Sounds great so far, right..
Well, My Dilemma is that the Litter is now 4 1/2months old which is fine with me, I like getting older puppies opposed to 8week old’s. The down fall is this breeder had to go back to work Full Time Unknowing at the time, & Husband works full time as well & The Puppies are Kenneled out in the garage. She’s got 4 of them & They are Paper Trained. They do have all their necessary health checks, and vaccinations, but that is nothing if I’m going to have a HORRID time training this new puppy. I also have a 22months old, which is my biggest problem. From my understanding they have been out there quite a while now, and do get outside time but also from my understanding not much outside of her backyard.My 22month old is Wonderful With dogs, but of course an unruly 41/2month old could be a bad mix. I feel like these puppies will be healthy and great looking pups and one would fit nicely into our family, but should I take the chance? I am a stay at home mom and I do plan to do Obedience classes with my pup, but what do you think?
She said she also hasn’t had any time for Obedience, she said its really hard trying to take care of them, with them both working full time. She told me they are really good for their situation & She thinks I would be fine with some patience & Consistent training. But is not pushing the idea on me, shes being very honest I feel like & is answering all of my questions.
Walking Lady – She did say that the neighborhood kids come down to play with mom and the pups and the pups love it and do great. But from my understand, no socialization to the things they are supposed to be…
Oh and I have much experience with dogs, So I feel I can train this puppy. I can introduce things slowly with treats & praise and not overwhelm the new puppy.
Walking Lady – I agree 100% as well, these puppies weren’t raised and given a good start like they should have been. But I do feel I can do it, but I do worry about a 4 1/2month old dane who’s had no previous training with my son. I know he will have to stay tethered to me in the house for quite a while. I’ll enroll him into Obedience classes asap after he has become acclimated and we’ve worked on his social skills a lot more.
Yes, I have plenty of puppy/dog experience. I feel I can most certainly raise this dog, but I am concerned about deeper issues.

Where’s a good place to start my puppy with agility training in the Dallas area?

I’m wanting to start my puppy, Dixie, with some pre-agility training. I live in Dallas and I’ve seen some facilities online in the Dallas area that I’m considering. But I was wondering if anyone had suggestions about some good (or warnings about some not-so-good) places to do dog agility in the Dallas area.

4 1/2 month old puppy having two major things happen?

I wrote earlier about my problems with my nearly 5 month olf female brussels griffon. I am setting her up for Obedience school starting 12/23/06 because she is so out of control , destroying everything and leaking and pooing all over. My husband wanted to get rid of her and even though my patience is thin I wanted to give her a chance. At the same time I need to get her spayed. I set up an appointment for the 27th of December. 3 days before her next class. I know she needs down time but I also heard if you spay the dog there behavior gets better and of course is better for them health wise. Is this wise for her too be doing two things at once. Should I just skip on class and return on the 6th of January. I shouldnt put off the surgery because then she would be almost 7 months.

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I got a puppy, but I’m not sure how to act with it…?

This might sound stupid, but I got a 4 month old puppy from a shelter 3 days ago. (it’s a border collie cross with labrador if that makes any differencre). She is a well behaved dog most of the time, but sometimes she gets too excited and starts jumping on people and playfully biting them. Whne told to stop, she ignores everyone’s attempts to stop her and plays on. I try to act strick and punish her by locking her up in a room for like 5 min for a timeout…sometimes she calms down, sometimes she doesnt…i’m planning to take obedience courses, but i’m afraid that may be she’s gonna be an aggressive dog when ahe grows up… How do I effectively punish her an still be respected and loved by her?