DO YOU HAVE A PROBLEM POOCH

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DO YOU HAVE A PROBLEM POOCH?
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• Many millions of us own pet dogs, and while some
  make the perfect companion, others may be a
  little more troublesome. Sadly, dog behavioral
  problems are listed as one of the top reasons why
  pooches end up sitting forlornly in shelters or
  are euthanized, and so the size of the problem
  should not be underestimated.
• The first thing to be clear of if your pet dog is
  displaying some behavioral problems, is that
  there is always a solution, it just may take
  time, patience and a whole lot of effort, and it
  need not signal the end of a loving relationship
  with your pet

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• Recognizing and accepting that your pet has a
  problem
• Part of the solution to your dogs problem, will
  stem from your acknowledgement of it, and your
  reaction to it. Ignoring a behavioral problem
  wont make it go away, and not accepting that it
  has a problem, is certainly not the solution
  either. Recognizing the problem, accepting it and
  being prepared to help your dog overcome it, is
  the best way to get back on track to having a
  well-rounded, healthy best friend.

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• How you may have unknowingly encouraged or
  influenced your pets problem
• As difficult as it may be to accept, a dogs
  behavioural issues will often stem directly from
  its owners influence, and you may need to
  address whether you are giving your dog what it
  needs to be healthy and balanced, such as time,
  space, affection, or all three. Of course, many
  other factors from your home environment may also
  be having a negative influence on your pooch.

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• How breeding can play a part
• Some dogs may be known to have recurring
  behavioural patterns that are not conducive to
  forming healthy relationships with humans, or
  other animals, and when they are bred from, they
  often reproduce pups who share the same negative
  characteristics. Breeders must take ownership of
  this potential problem.
• What to think about when planning to bring a new
  dog into your home
• Avoiding having a family pet with issues may be
  as simple as paying close attention to where you
  are getting it from. If you are buying a puppy
  from a

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• breeder, then ask to see its parents and assess
  their personalities and behaviour.
• Do some research, too. If you are buying a
  certain breed of dog, then research and find out
  what their temperament generally is, and assess
  whether a dog like that, will fit into your life
  and home. If you are new to dogs, then do plenty
  of research about the basics of caring for them
  and what to expect when you bring a new pet into
  your home.
• This doesnt mean that by researching dogs you
  will avoid having a pet with problems, but it
  will arm you with the knowledge and resources to
  help you tackle any issues as they arise, or
  preferably, before they arise.

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• Dealing with a problem pet
• While there is no quick fix solution to a dog
  with a behavioral problem, and no solution that
  fits all dogs, there is usually a solution, and
  most dogs with issues can go on to be the perfect
  pet and companion. Perhaps its important to
  remember that its also okay to make mistakes,
  and you doubtless will make them, unless you are
  a dog behavioral expert. On that note, many
  people do seek professional help with their pets,
  and thats perfectly acceptable and maybe your
  only solution if your pet is causing serious
  issues within your home.

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• If your pet has a few problems and youre
  beginning to wonder if you will ever have the
  perfect pooch that you dreamed of owning, never
  give up and never ignore the problem. The
  quickest way of getting a best friend from your
  pooch, is to admit that theres a problem, and
  find humane ways of tackling it.
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  our clients. We individualize services to tailor
  to you and your pet's exact needs. If you are
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