Rochelle |  Q. I need dog boots that will stay on?
Look around online. I found an awesome pair but i forget which online store it was.
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Giuseppe | Q. I need dog boots that will stay on?
The ones that work the best go up to the dogs elbow and tie over it. That way its impossible for them to come off. I also found some neat shoes at the dollar store believe it or not, and they have stretchy Velcro, but in the end they come off. Like I said the only real solution is ones that tie above the dog`s elbow.
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 Q. I need protective dog boots for my pit bull, which ones are the best and stay on?
There are some good brands that actually stay on (it the dog doesn't chew them off) that are sold at camping stores. I have never tried pet store models before. I know that there is one set that look like socks and I couldn't even get them on my dogs feet.
Boots on dogs aren't just a fashion statement.
They protect the dogs pads from extremely hot surfaces (pavement int eh summer) or from salt on the streets in winter. They are also great for hiking when you never know what I do might step on.
http://www.rei.com/search?query=dog+boots
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Q. Sending a dog to boot camp? my friend intends on sending her dog to a training centre for a week. they are needed to attend for just one day for an hour or so. the dog stays for the week.
the dog has numerous issues but it is only about 6 months old and has had no training at all.
how successful do you think this would be?
also the fellow there said a big problem is that she has bull mastiff in her. (she is wolfhound x bull mastiff)
are bull mastiff's any harder to train than any other dog?
i suggested that they go there eeryday to learn themseles. would that be enough?
i can't see this being an easy fix? do you?
edit : sorry my" " button isn't working and i can't "een" tell you which one it is but it is missing from a word in this sentence. lol
Boot camps work to teach dogs how to behave at boot camp. But without real work on the owner's part the dog's behavior will slip back to the previous level very quickly when the dog comes back home. You're right, this WON'T be an easy fix. Your friend will have to spend just as much energy learning how to control the dog once she is trained as she would by taking a group obedience class (or private lessons with a trainer). As others have pointed out, dog training classes are more for teaching the owners how to interact with their dogs than for teaching the dogs. Dogs learn quite quickly if people are consistent and firm in what they expect of the dog. And most behavior problems stem from the owners having unreasonable expectations of their dogs or simply not knowing enough about dog behavior and dog training to effectively communicate/teach their dog what is expected.
I would be very concerned about the skills of ANY trainer who claims that a particular dog is going to be hard to train just because of the breed (or in the case of mixes, breeds). I would not say that bull mastiffs are really that much harder to train than any other dog. They can be bull-headed, but so can most breeds. In fact, I would almost say that the wolfhound in her would be more of a complicating factor (most sighthounds are very much a "what's in it for me" kind of dog when it comes to obedience). But either breed can be trained without much difficulty as long as the training is consistent. Certain individual dogs may have certain traits that require a particular approach and certain breeds may tend to have more of those individuals than others, but basic training is NEVER breed-specific. Truthfully, the big problem has nothing to do with her breed but rather the fact that she's had six months to practice bad behavior and it ALWAYS takes more work to change behaviors than it does to prevent them in the first place (same with peopel).
Bottom line, training done by the owner under the supervision of a trainer is ALWAYS going to get faster, better, and longer-lasting results than sending the dog off to learn to listen to some stranger and then hoping the dog retains good behavior once they return home. Training not only teaches the dog how to behave appropriately, it also teaches the owners what to expect of their dog and how to communicate those expectations. It also helps solidify the bond between owner and dog. If they can afford to send the dog to a board-and-train facility, then they can afford to have a very good behaviorist come to their house to evaluate their dog and help them implement a behavior modification program taylored to their individual needs and desires. The dog can learn basic obedience in a week, but if she has real issues then it will take loner than one week to work through them. And your friend can not possibly learn everything or even the basic skills involved in handling and managing a dog (trained or not) in an hour.
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Q. Need a trick to stay outside longer with my dog? we have a couple of feet of snow now it's soooo much fun. my dog enjoys it very much. the problem is that some snowballs and ice is forming under his paws and we have to come in cause that bothers him too much to enjoy himself.
boots would be my last option.
I got something called Shaw's Paw Wax from jbpets.com. It protects their pads from cracking in the snow. You could try it and see if it prevents ice from forming. ???
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Q. Dog obedience camp/ any in the area? are there any dog obedience/ boot camp like places that you can send your dog? i have heard of them where your dogs stay about a week or so? im located in indiana, and somewhere in state would be nice. thank you!
If you're in Southern Indiana, you might check out O'Neil Training Kennel in Louisville. In-kennel training is normally 4-6 weeks for obedience. (502) 964-6062 You may also look at www.kulladogs.com . Oh, and tell Bill he looked a lot better with a mullet.
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Q. Boots for larger dogs that stay on? i have a 50lb golden ret. mix and live in northern mn. we have tried different types of booties and they all fall off. do you know any good brands for snowy or wet conditions? anyone tried the ones from uglydog with the zipper and velcro?
the dog would be wearing them for several hours and i would think suspenders would rub too hard...plus they look ridiculous!
You may be able to use the boots you already have..I go to the thrift shops and buy men's suspenders! Put the middle of the suspenders on the dog's back, and then attach each end to a boot..
I wish I could show you a pic to explain, but if you get a set of suspenders, you will see how it works..They are adjustable enough to fit medium to very large dogs..
If the boots are big or heavy, you may need two sets of suspenders, so that one clip attaches to the inside of the boot top, and one attaches to the outside..
Our county search and rescue teams use this method..
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Q. What's a good brand of dog boots? i take my adult doberman/gsd for two runs every day. depending on the weather and how much i ran him the day before, we go somewhere between 3-5 miles a day. as we both get into better shape, i'm planning to increase the distance.
i run him on the road and they aren't especially well maintained in my area. there are often patches of loose gravel and rocks. i noticed the pads on his paws look a little worn. there hasn't been any bleeding or anything but i was thinking it might be a good idea to buy him some dog boots to protect his feet.
there are a lot of choices and i'm not sure which one would be best. i need boots that will stay on while the dog is running and won't wear out quickly. i'm also planning to take him backpacking this summer so boots would be nice for rough terrain. if anyone has any experience with boots or knows a reliable brand, i'd be glad for the help.
Ruffwear are fairly durable and have vibrim sole on the griptrex boot, my guys have issues with the boots falling off in the snow which may become a HR issue when running and stopping looking for the boot. I have also read reviews from trail runners saying the boot rotates exposing the unprotected side getting worn through during 1 run. My girl wore through the toes in 1 snow season because of her hop/ drag too.
http://www.tammyandteddys.com/
I plan on picking up a set of Tammy and Teddy's boot, each boot comes to you custom sized and alterations/ customizations can be made for your dog. Boots have a garunteed fit. The boots were oringinally made for GSDs with spinal conditions so there are products with more leg support and protection. They were very responsive to email question to help with the selection of the right boots.
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Q. How do i get my dog to stay quiet in his kennel? my dog is a pleaser until he gets so hyper! if he was a person they would give him medication for being manic, when triggered. i have him trained to not jump spastic ally all over people who come to visit me and bark so loud that we can't hear each other. he is a cokcapoo and has this very annoying tone of voice that really hurts your ears when he goes at it. we don't let him come out with us anymore because he gets so excited in the van that he squeaks like a squeaky toy (he can"t be quiet when he is excited) and paces back and forth on the van seats. so we have him in his kennel while we are gone (sometimes he poops in the porch when we leave). he is kennel trained very well, but when we come home he barks so loudly that it hurts our ears while i get the kids and my boots off. i splash water on him with a no. but he can't be quiet. we leave him and and try to ignore him, but he hurts our ears. once he manages to be quiet, we let him out. how can i keep him quiet in the kennel?
i usually lose it and start screaming at him and than i feel really bad about myself. he just barks so loudly and it hurts our ears! i know he sounds like a brat here, he is actually a very very good dog and listens well. this is only when he gets excited, he just can't muster up self control to keep quiet. but he has self control to listen at other times. help!
put him in his kennel and no matter how loud he is, or how long it takes, leave the room and don't let him out until he's quiet for at LEAST 5 minutes.....this action done repeatedly several consistent times will teach him to be quiet in his kennel...it took me 2 months to teach my dog this.
be patient....it will pay off.
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Q. Is there something i can put on the dog's paws that will keep snow from packing between toes and pads? i haven't found a pair of boots that will stay on in deep snow.
i have an aussie, she has big paws.
If you trim the fur around her toes and between her pads then snow is unable to get stuck! This is what I do with my Saint Bernard and my Newfoundland... works like a charm!
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Q. Should i get this for my dog? should i get my dog booties... she is an 8 lb poodle mix and, since it's snowing now, every time she goes outside to play or potty, snow gets stuck to her feet and she gets very cold and can only stay out for a couple minutes. would booties (dog boots) be useful and keep her warm? would they just fall off in the snow?
i got her a coat to keep warm, but she still gets cold fast cause of the snow getting stuck on her feet.
thank you
That is a really good idea if she is getting it stuck in her paws it will probaly help her keep a lil bit warmer and now as long as they fit her they will not fall off in the snow she may not like them cause she will feel restriced
Good luck
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Q. Winter and dressing your dog- do you need to if it is a small dog? we have a bichon-poodle mix. she weighs 12 pounds. we let her hair grow longer in the winter. does she need to wear clothes and boots in the winter when she goes outside? i know she needs boots when she walks on sidewalks that have been salted, but what about when she goes in the backyard? does she need a coat to stay warm? at what temperature and windchill should you dress a little dog, if at all?
i know it sounds silly, but she is my baby.
If she has a lot of fur, and she is not outside for an extended period of time, then you don't Need clothes for her. I have a 50 pound dog, and she has Very short fur. She doesn't wear a shirt when she goes outside to go potty or play in the back yard. But if it is really cold and we are going outside for an extended period of time I will put her sweatshirt on her if she starts shivering.
Dog's have been domesticated for thousands of years from wolves. Wolves don't need a coat during the winter because they have fur that helps protect them from the cold. Some of the dogs Man has created through selective breeding can get cold in the winter months if they are out for long periods of time. Dogs like Chihuahuas, Besenjis etc. are not meant to be left out in the cold for long periods of time, their fur just doesn't protect against that.
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