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Bark Collars-Sonic or citronella?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Nancy, Ned, and Clancy May 29, 2012. 11 Replies 0 Favorites
Lucy is five months old already and is about to complete her puppy class. We have worked on basic training and have mastered most of it. Barking tends to be an issue when Lucy sees other dogs when…Continue
Poo eating
Started this discussion. Last reply by Traci -Bexter & Maggie Apr 2, 2012. 9 Replies 0 Favorites
Any suggestions or remedies on ways to get a puppy to stop eating her poo? I have been picking it up right away and if I don't she while eat it. She goes right back to the spot she last went and…Continue
Potty training a puppy
Started this discussion. Last reply by Molly Murphy Mar 30, 2012. 10 Replies 0 Favorites
To all my doodle friends and experts out there- Any suggestions or helpful hints or articles on potty training a puppy? Lucy, or Bissy, as you may know her name to be, has been going potty on my…Continue
Cliberdoodle Puppies
Started this discussion. Last reply by Sherri, Sophie, Winston, & Kitty Mar 23, 2012. 43 Replies 0 Favorites
In readying some previous blogs on doodle kisses, I came across Cliberdoodle Puppies, located here in Michigan. They have a 12 week old English Golden Doodle that really excites me. Her age, color,…Continue
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Charlotte and Bo replied to Molly Murphy's discussion Bark Collars-Sonic or citronella?"Bo hasn't barked hardly at all since I got him. He barked at me a couple of times when I lost my temper and yelled at him when he was all riled up. Other than that nothing. I think it is a little weird, but since I got…"
Joanne ~ Spud* replied to Molly Murphy's discussion Bark Collars-Sonic or citronella?"Yep. He must go out and clear each bird, squirrel, chippy, and then he goes to a toy or lays down the patio. It's his job :)"
F, Calla & Luca replied to Molly Murphy's discussion Bark Collars-Sonic or citronella?"Sounds good to me. Calla in particular guards the property. She gets a while and then she has to come in if she won't give it up."
Joanne ~ Spud* replied to Molly Murphy's discussion Bark Collars-Sonic or citronella?"I'm going to take a different stand here. Of course, I am not there, and don't know what you are going through so bare with me.
You say, "Barking tends to be an issue when Lucy sees other dogs when she is outside in the back…"
Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom replied to Molly Murphy's discussion Bark Collars-Sonic or citronella?"We are at the point where saying ENOUGH is pretty much all we have to do. Occasionally we still need to head towards what ever they seem to be barking at and maybe say enough a couple times. But pretty much once they see that we are…"
Karen & Jackdoodle replied to Molly Murphy's discussion Bark Collars-Sonic or citronella?"I agree with this. I'm not a fan of things like citronella, sonic, or shock collars. Training is aleays your best bet. If a dog is not left alone in a yard for long periods of time, there shouldn't be a problem. Someone walks by, they bark…"
"I am all about working with Lucy and have found the puppy classes to be very helpful. A lot of what I have learned is to break the habit by distracting Lucy and putting her into a sit. She will sit for me but usually goes right back to…"
Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom replied to Molly Murphy's discussion Bark Collars-Sonic or citronella?"We just finished working with a new trainer who we signed up with for some private lessons. We had a list of things that we wanted to work on. One of them was barking, both inside and outside. One of our issues is how do you teach…"
Ginny Nightingale replied to Molly Murphy's discussion Bark Collars-Sonic or citronella?"I heard opposite advice from someone who thought the citronella spray did nothing for his dog--so I bought the sonic collar and it works--I just put it on (Has to be very tight) when they are outside a lot and there are a lot of people going…"
Kaytlin and Cooper replied to Molly Murphy's discussion Bark Collars-Sonic or citronella?"I used to work in a pet food and supply store, and we sold LOTS of the citronella collars. They are cheaper, and work really really well. I would advise against using a shock collar (sonic is a nicer word for an electric shock collar, though some…"
Bark Collars-Sonic or citronella?
Lucy is five months old already and is about to complete her puppy class. We have worked on basic training and have mastered most of it. Barking tends to be an issue when Lucy sees other dogs when she is outside in the back yard mainly and once and awhile in the house looking out. Never when I am standing beside her. The trainer advised me to look into a citronella collar however after doing some online reading I am wondering if a sonic collar might be a better option. Any…See More
Joanne ~ Spud* left a comment for Molly Murphy"How is it all going? Thinking of you, the boys, the bunny, and your beautiful doodle
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- A true animal lover. Currently in the market for a puppy or a dog and have meet some really awesome people in this process. Looking for the right dog for me and my two boys. Leaning towards a goldendoodle which represents the both breeds of dogs I have had in the past.
- What Type of Doodle(s) do you have? What are their names? Tell us about your doodle(s) or any other pets you have!
- I do not currently have a dog. I am researching dogs and breeders and woudl like to end up with a golderndoodle.
We have a household rabbit who brings laughter and joy to our lifes.
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- At 12:24pm on April 28, 2012, Joanne ~ Spud* said…
How is it all going? Thinking of you, the boys, the bunny, and your beautiful doodle
- At 9:40am on March 30, 2012, Joanne ~ Spud* said…
Read the side of the package. It has been awhile since I feed a little puppy. Fromms is great on telling you how many cups/age/pounds.
The Food Group here on DK is very active and helpful with all of this.
- At 9:29am on March 30, 2012, Joanne ~ Spud* said…
Great Food. If she likes it, don't change. With Fromms, you can change the the variety without making the dog sick. For example, Chicken, then Lamb, then Fish. Maybe changing the flavor, without changing the brand.
- At 9:18am on March 30, 2012, Joanne ~ Spud* said…
They do that. The eating poop thing. Never heard of the pineapple but I have heard of adding plain yogurt. It is good for them too.
My only other suggestion--clean it up fast.
You may want to introduce better food. I know, the older dogs across the street stopped eating poop when the food quality was given.
Don't know what you are feeding? You can join the food group and research quality foods there.
We feed Acana. It is much more expensive however, they eat less. It all works out.
With better quality, they poop less!!! Less clean up :)
- At 8:13am on March 30, 2012, Joanne ~ Spud* said…
How's it going Molly? Since the first week is behind you hoping things are settling. It is like bringing home a new baby. Fun but trying.
Now, you only have to move on to the biting stage. The little puppy monsters. UGH! But I know she is cute and is winning your heart and the boys heart. Has she learned to play ball with them yet.
Just stopping in to say hi and hoping all is well
- At 9:01am on March 25, 2012,
Ann Kendig said… Welcome to DoodleKisses!!! I hope you enjoy it here as much as I do!!! Lots of great folks and doodles of every size and color. : )
- At 5:34pm on March 23, 2012,
Jennifer,Chloe & Myla said…
- At 3:26pm on March 23, 2012,
Christine & Shelby said… Welcome to Doodle Kisses!!! We hope you find this site fun and informative just like we do. Take some time to look around, read the blogs, join some groups and make some friends. This is a great community that really comes together in our love of Doodles!
Christine & Shelby
- At 10:11am on March 23, 2012,
Adina P said… Molly, what are you selling in your profile photo?
- At 8:34pm on March 22, 2012,
Nancy, Ned, and Clancy said… Welcome! This is a great place to learn about doodles. There are many groups that you can join. For example, there are groups for grooming, nutrition, types of doodles, puppy groups etc. Look at the top of your page and click on Groups - check them out. Enjoy!
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