Sentences with phrase «dogs as a fence»

He buys the dogs as a fence, as a moat, as a line drawn between him and the incursions of the world... and yet his dogs, because they are dogs, can do nothing but live up to their end of the original contract: They preserve his innocence, if only because they are innocent, they are pure, and as long as they are around, the boy — now hero, now icon, now goat, now bum — must remain a boy, close to his boyhood heart.

Not exact matches

Other athletes use their dogs to erect stockades, garrisons, barbed - wire fences, moats in which the dogs themselves serve as the alligators... and some athletes, like Kenny Norman of the Atlanta Hawks, assign their dogs the intricate task of enforcing a policy of exclusion while at the same time setting the standard for admission.

But when you finally get to them, the plants look every bit as lively as their name would suggest: great, verdant vines practically leaping up a fence behind which Shedd's dogs have a little exercise area.

The 3 - acre park — which has a double-gated entrance and is surrounded by a chain - link fence — offers such dog - friendly amenities as a drinking fountain that accommodates both dog and owner and strategically placed fire hydrants.

There are a few things that made this PetSafe Wireless Fence stand out as a best wireless dog fence syFence stand out as a best wireless dog fence syfence system.

One of the reasons we chose this GoodBoy Invisible Fence as one of our picks for best wireless dog fence is because it's suitable for a lot of breeds and a lot of situatFence as one of our picks for best wireless dog fence is because it's suitable for a lot of breeds and a lot of situatfence is because it's suitable for a lot of breeds and a lot of situations.

The research involved creating a virtual walk - through of the coastal environment at Sidney Spit Park (BC, Canada), with different management scenarios involving activities such as fencing and dog activity.

For decades, the so - called American Dream was depicted as a well - paying job, a white picket fence, 2.5 kids, and a dog in the yard.

Claims about hot dog invention are difficult to assess, as stories assert the creation of the sausage, the placing of the sausage (or another kind of A fence is a structure that encloses an area, typically outdoors, and is usually constructed from posts that are connected by boards, wire, rails or

They welcome a new, dorky and naïve kid nicknamed Smalls into their mix, and he gets himself in «the biggest pickle» when he smashes a baseball signed by Babe Ruth over a fence into a backyard guarded by a monstrous attack dog known as The Beast.

This despite — and partly because of — outward appearances belying its status as a movie at all: Chalk outlines stand in for traditional sets, designating walls, fences, rosebushes, even the dog, Moses, of the titular locale, a pious community (is there any other kind in von Trierland?)

Game play is quite simple as all you have to do is tap on the sheep so that they jump over the fence without waking up the dog.

The patio is completed with tables, chairs, umbrellas, lights and fencing that allows dogs to run loose as they please.

It may be helpful to start out with Daisy on leash on the outside of the fence, and as dogs approach the fence, give Daisy a treat, and an opportunity to sniff or be sniffed at a safe distance.

«Ceramic - type of crowns can be used in dogs, but remember we are dealing with a patient that does not have the «power to reason,» and you can tell a human not to chew on a hard piece of candy or «do not bite down on a steak bone» (as in human dentistry), but the pet goes outside and chews on the fence instead or picks up a piece of firewood and carries it across the back yard — and shatters the ceramic crown — kind of like dropping a heavy metal soup spoon into a porcelain sink in the kitchen.

Therefore, a lot of training devices such as electronic dog collars and electronic dog fencing don't have much of an effect on them.

Dogs that don't get this stimulation will make up their own games and events such as «ha, ha, you can't catch me,» «I can leap the fence in a single bound,» «the back yard looks much better with all these holes,» or «wan na bet I can't reach the chicken you're thawing for dinner?»

Innovative thinking doesn't use this process, such as when a dog goes across a room, immediately turns and runs to jump a fence when the dog has never done that kind of thing before.

While most electronic fences work by delivering a mild electric shock, some emit ultrasound or a combination of shock and ultrasound that alerts the dog as he approaches the boundary.

Once over the fence, many dogs find many rewards in the form of freedom as a world of enticing sights and smells unveils beyond them.

Many Goldens come into our program precisely because they have been living as primarily outside dogs and have begun to bark, dig, jump fences, etc..

A relatively small proportion of dogs will injure their cruciate ligament during a traumatic incident, such as where the limb is caught in a fence.

Some precautions are needed to make sure the home conditions comply with local laws (breed X requires a 6 foot fence, breed Y is illegal to keep) as well as to keep dogs out of labratories and fighting rings.

A traditional wooden or metal fence can help, but a persistent dog can still find a way through, and if you don't have a fence the cost of building one is huge.Thousands of dog lovers have turned to electronic fences to keep their pets safe, but these too present costly installation problems such as cutting through concrete driveways.

Trying to escape from the loud noises can mean broken windows, torn fences, chewed doors or dog crates, and result in lacerations, foot pad injuries, teeth and mouth injuries or worse as they try to run from the disturbingly loud noises.

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Greyhounds are sighthounds, meaning that they are bred to chase small animals, so when outside, they should be kept leashed unless in a completely enclosed area, such as a fenced yard or dog park.

Look for such features as doubled fencing and separate areas or buildings for housing dogs and cats to prevent stress between species.

Afraid the Petsafe systems don't have any collars that can be dual used as both dog fences and training collars.

We would love to have a DIY dog fence — we probably need one with adjustable levels as there are size and temperament differences between the dogs.

Daizie is such a Sweetie as she loves to be loved She can be shy at first with new people but with some kind words and nice pets she warms up Daizie is working on her house training and crate training and at night sleeps in my room She is discovering how fun toys are and likes butcher bones and nylabones She also likes soft dog beds and blankets Daizie likes other dogs and enjoys having a fenced yard to play in She rides nice in the car.

This would be like a dog trainer claiming to the world they can train any dog to do anything so long as it is kept in a fenced yard, and the dog's temperament is as a couch potato, food loving, mild mannered, field dog bred, neutered, male, adult Labrador Retriever.

This wasn't home, it wasn't fenced, the owner was gone, so the dog didn't see this property as her territory.

He is not destructive, does not jump fences, and is happy to be a house dog, as that is how he has grown up.

And in the old days, before there were fences, and scent hounds would follow game animals for miles (such as hunting for raccoon, bear, deer, or boar), the dogs would eventually find their way back to the camp where they started out.

Stimulus - response dog shock collars are almost always used as bark deterrent collars or invisible fence collars.

Examples: Afghan, Borzoi, Greyhound, Saluki; Rhodesian Ridgeback My Favorites: Greyhounds; Italian Greyhounds Hunters by sight «triggered to chase and bite moving objects and animals Need same amount of exercise as any other working breed Not bred to obey commands; they are game chasers Can easily jump fences if you aren't watching; very athletic and muscular Usually not dog fighters, but will chase and kill some small animals; Rhodesian Ridgebacks are more pack oriented, more likely to be territorial, and can do higher levels of obedience than typical sighthounds; can be quite protective of the owner and property; not for novices Tough on the outside, soft on the inside.

Fill all holes your dog may have dug under a fence, and put barriers — such as lengths of chicken wire — a few inches under the soil as a deterrent; most dogs don't like the way it feels on their paws.

Most Greyhounds are satisfied with short walks and the occasional chance to sprint off - leash (in a safe area, such as a fenced - in section of a dog park).

These dogs will do well in a home with a fenced yard or in an apartment, as long as daily walks are taken.

We place all of our dogs as inside pets with outside privileges and require an above ground securely fenced yard directly accessible from your home.

It is the policy of Indy Great Pyrenees Rescue to only place dogs as inside pets with outside privileges and securely fenced yards.

We always have a veterinarian on the premises as well as ample staff to monitor our guests at all times.If your dog is too fragile or aggressive to mingle with the general population, we have private rooms and fenced off outdoor areas so that your dog will be separate and safe without feeling isolated.

We do prefer a physical fence for most dogs, as it helps protect our pets from harm, people, and other animals.

Should you wish to provide your rabbit with some outdoor fun, remember to place them in a fenced portion of your yard and always have an adult present to supervise and shield your rabbit from any dangers (such as racoons, dogs, etc).

As with blind dogs, all outside activities, from pottying to playing, should be done either in a securely fenced yard or securely on leash.

A fence, if you have a yard, or a secure, fenced area, such as a dog park, kennel, etc..

It's a slippery slope that can lead to a dog developing uncontrollable behavior such as barking, growling and thrashing when on leash, behind a fence or peering out a window.

Adults and puppies are very active indoors, so once or twice weekly romps outdoors in a safe area such as a fenced yard or dog park are sufficient.

As we have pointed out, no fence, pen, or tether is foolproof, and yard dogs are typically very unsocialized.