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Potty Training Aids: Crates And Toys

Crates Many dog trainers are firm believers in crate training. The great advantages of crate training a puppy are that it provides a safe place for the puppy away from the routine daily activity, prevents you from attempting to over-train your puppy, and teaches your puppy to hold its stools and ...
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Potty Training Aids: Equipment For Your Puppy

Before your new puppy arrives home, you will need to buy a certain amount of equipment. It is a good idea to obtain them beforehand in preparation for your puppy’s arrival. Essential equipment that you will need are food, water and food bowls, a crate or a pen, and collars and leashes. Below is a list of other necessary equipment for your new puppy. ...
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Potty Training Aids: How Big Should My Puppy's Crate Be?

Did you know that proper crate training should be the staple of every new puppy that you bring into the house? It all has to do with how well you set up your housing in preparation for your new puppy. Don't panic if you are not sure what I mean by “crate training” because today's article below will explain exactly what I am talking about. As soon as you...
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Puppy Training Aids

Food and Water Bowls: A puppy needs a variety of basic items. Topping the list are a food dish and a separate water bowl. A mat to put them on is also necessary in order to save the floor from slurped water and spilled food. If your puppy has long, hanging ears, get dishes specially made to keep their ears out of the food or water. Con...
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Potty Training Aids: Keeping Your Puppy Confined

You will need something that is referred to as an "ex-pen" if your puppy cannot be confined to the kitchen or other safe area by means of doors or gates. The exercise-pen will keep your puppy safe and in one place, but it also allows him room to play, have access...
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Potty Training Aids: The Basics For Your Puppy

You do not have to spend a fortune on equipment for your new puppy, though it is a good idea to have a number of essential items on hand before you bring your puppy home. These include food and water bowls, collar and leash, grooming tools, ship...
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Potty Training Aids: Muzzles & Taste Deterrents

Muzzles: Muzzles are designed to prevent dogs from using their mouths. These dog tools come in a variety of types. They can be made of leather, nylon, or coated plastic or steel. Some muzzles are made to keep dogs' mouths fully closed while others allo...
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Potty Training Aids: The Importance Of Using A Crate

Though many new dog owners are initially horrified at the prospect of using a crate for their puppies, their attitude changes once they understands the use of it from a dog's perspective. All canines are den animals; they naturally seek out spots for rest that are sheltered and secure....
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Potty Training Aids: What Your New Puppy Needs

After arriving to his new home, your new puppy will need high-quality puppy food. He needs a feeding dish and a separate water bowl, both made preferably of unbreakable material. He will also need a collar that fits him right now, not one to be grown into, and a leash from the moment you bring him home. Both should be an appro...
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