Innova EVO Reduced Fat Dry Dog Food
- 28.6-lb bag
Product Description
The EVO line of pet foods have been specially designed to provide all the key nutritional benefits received from the feeding of raw food diets but with the benefits of 21st Century nutritional research. EVO Reduced Fat (RF) dog food contains 30% less fat than regular EVO Dog Food but with 20% MORE protein. Recent studies have shown that high protein, low fat diets help to build lean body mass while still acheiving weight loss (weight loss occurs until an equalib… More >>
Innova EVO Reduced Fat Dry Dog Food
Petmate 383171 Check Martingale Style Dog Training Collar, Black, Medium, .75 Inch
- Heavy duty chain
- Utilized for training large breed dogs
- Must be utilized with a leash
- High quality nylon grip
- Two loop design for training
Product Description
3/4-inch training martingale style check collar is utilized with a two loop design. This helps control your dog while pulling on a leash by tightening up. For use with medium to large breed dogs… More >>
Petmate 383171 Check Martingale Style Dog Training Collar, Black, Medium, .75 Inch
Puppy Potty Training 101
The biggest concern of people who have adopted a new puppy is potty training. Traditionally, this involves leashing or chaining your puppy to go outside or teaching him to use a certain area in the yard. The trick is getting them to let you know when they have to go. The other problem is what happens when the puppy is left home alone for extended periods of time. There are a lot of accidents, which proves to be frustrating for everyone involved.
For owners of small breed dogs and those who live in apartments or have a confined area for the their puppy outside, however, there is another option. You can train your puppy to go in a designated spot in your house, even when you are not home. This method is called litter training or (house training) and is similar to what cat owners use.
Introduce Puppy Slowly
Your puppy is already adjusting to new surroundings and being away from his pack. You should introduce everything to him as slowly as you can so that he is comfortable and not scared by anything. When you introduce the crate to your puppy, for example, you should first get him used to being in it for short periods of time, without leaving him alone just yet. Place your hand in the crate and let him know that it is a safe place to be. Let him go in and out at his leisure at first and progress from there with short segments of time when he is left alone in the crate. Making him feel comfortable in his new surroundings will make it a smooth transition.
Consistent Feedings
One key to training a new puppy is to provide consistent feedings. This will help in a number of ways. First, he will know when to expect his food. You will know when to expect him to have to go potty. Leaving a full bowl out all day will not allow you to have as much control over the situation. Once he has eaten, remove leftover food and take him to the spot you want him to go potty. He should be ready to use the litter box within 20 minutes after eating, so this is an important time to watch him carefully and help him succeed.
Puppy Training Pads
There are numerous brands of puppy training pads on the market. They are made for housebreaking puppies and creating indoor dogs. They block odor and protect your floors. They are easy to dispose of and make cleanup a breeze. Simply take your puppy to the pad when he needs to go potty. With the right encouragement, the puppy will begin to use it with more frequency.
Dog Liter
Similar to kitty litter, dog litter is also available. This is another useful aid in potty training your puppy indoors. Purchase a good size kitty litter box and fill it with a small amount of the dog litter. Use the same approach you would with the training pads, encouraging him to use the litter box and praising him when he does. Put the litter tray in a spot that is comfortable for your puppy. Dog litter will cut down on odor problems as well. When placed inside of the larger cage, as described above, it is especially convenient. Just be sure to keep the cage and the litter box clean for your puppy.
Crate Training
By slowly adjusting your puppy to a crate, you will be able to have more control over when and where your puppy urinates. Two methods work well in conjunction with the cage. The first plan is to have your puppy in a small crate whenever you are not home or are unable to keep a close eye on him. Immediately let him use the litter are when you take him out of the crate. This will teach him bladder control and keep him from using your entire house as a litter box. The second plan is to have one large cage with a comfortable area on one side and the litter box on the other side. This works especially well for puppies left alone for long periods of time on a regular basis. This is a lifesaver for the working pet owner. It allows for the puppy to go when he has to go. He doesn’t have to wait for you to let him out. There isn’t any punishment necessary, in this case, and makes it easier for you to spend time playing with your puppy rather than scolding him when you come home.
Praise and Rewards
The best way to ensure your puppy will adapt to the new training method is to provide consistent praise when he does what you want him to do. When your puppy eliminates on the pad or in the litter, give him plenty of attention and encouragement. Treats can also be offered as a way to support the positive behavior. The key with offering treats is to be consistent and offer praise each time.
Benefits of Indoor Training
By training your puppy to eliminate indoors, in his designated area, there will be less mess and fewer accidents. There will be no need to worry about accidents when you are away because your puppy will have a safe place to go potty. There won’t be messes outside for you to pick up after and you can simply dispose of the training pad or scoop the liter. Your puppy’s health is another benefit. Some annual vaccinations may be unnecessary if you puppy remains indoors. Your dog’s overall health will be better and you could save on costly veterinarian expenses.
Enjoy Your Puppy
Puppies are like children; they only stay small for a short time. This should be an enjoyable time for you and your puppy. Don’t let potty training and accidents ruin this fun and exciting time. Puppies are social animals and don’t like being isolated, so the quicker they are trained, the less time they will need to spend in the crate and the more enjoyable they will be as a pet. Play with your puppy, give him lots of attention and be consistent with whichever method of training you choose.
8 Advantages of Choosing Online Dog Training
With the advent of the internet, dog training has gone online! Now, you can get in touch with a myriad of professional trainers as well as get advice or take whole online dog training courses. Traditional dog training classes certainly provide you with a wonderful opportunity for working with your dog, but if you are self-motivated, there might be a number of advantages to selecting a course for online dog training. Here are a few different advantages of online dog training over traditional training:
1. There are a lot of online dog training courses available. Most of them you are able to find reviews about from previous customers. These reviews help you to decide whether a program may be successful for you or not.
2. Videos: Many of the best online dog training courses now have video that accompany them as part of the package. These videos demonstrate each of the obedience skills to you, just like an instructor in a traditional class would.
3. Cost: Online dog training is often less expensive than enrolling in a traditional obedience class. Sometimes, there are even extra, supplemental videos or e-books as part of the deal.
4. You can take the classes whenever you want to! If you want to work with your dog in the middle of the night, you would be able to. Your schedule is entirely set by you.
5. Some online dog training courses have online chats, forums, or the ability to e-mail questions to a live trainer. This way, if you are unsure of something, you are able to verify the methods or problem solve.
6. When you work by yourself, you are able to focus solely on you and the dog. You have no other distractions to work with, and you don’t have to deal with anyone else’s dog either. Your dog can work in a more concentrated way too.
7. Does your dog have a behavioral issue that might make a traditional class difficult? Online dog training classes work very well for dogs that might be extremely stimulated by the presence of other dogs, are very shy or frightened in crowded situation, or a dog that might have different aggression issues that would be hard to manage in a traditional class.
8. Depending on the course, the online dog training course may include multiple options for teaching a particular skill. Also, there may be more skills included like trick training in the class. These are the eight main potential advantages to an online dog training course.
Overall, the online dog training courses might be able to offer a cost efficient and time conscious option to working with your dog. Remember to make sure to select a training program that has had a lot of customers purchase or participate in it. Also make sure to have thoroughly researched the program and read reviews to insure it will be a positive and beneficial experience for you and your dog.
Innova Senior PLUS Adult Formula Dry Dog Food
- 15-lb bag
Product Description
Healthy Food for Your Older Active Dog
Just because your dog is showing a little gray and doesn’t have pep like before, it doesn’t mean that he can’t continue to lead a healthy, active and long life. With this in mind, Natura Pet Products has once again lived up to our commitment to stay on the leading edge of healthful pet nutrition.
Innova Senior PLUS Adult Formula Dry Dog Food is the result of a two year long effort to apply the latest seni… More >>