Sentences with phrase «for unfamiliar dogs»

Reaching for an unfamiliar dog when this posture is observed can result in a snap at the fingers — a fear bite.

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As for legal restrictions on dogs based on their appearance, Levy said public safety would be better served by reducing risk factors for dog bites, such as supervising children, recognizing canine body language, avoiding an unfamiliar dog in its territory, neutering dogs and raising puppies to be social companions.

Moving to a new residence can be unsettling for a dog as it is unfamiliar with its new environment.

I've seen it too many times — a dog or cat blindly bolting for cover because this unfamiliar situation into which it has been plunged seems to be filled with nothing but danger and fear.

For those unfamiliar with those standards, each dog is entitled to its length plus six inches by the same width for cage siFor those unfamiliar with those standards, each dog is entitled to its length plus six inches by the same width for cage sifor cage size.

If you see an unfamiliar dog who appears friendly (wagging tail, not barking), ask the dog's guardian for permission before approaching the dog.

If you're unfamiliar with the concept, it's essentially what it sounds like: A daycare center for canines, where they get to hang out with other dogs and a handful of humans to supervise them.

Your Jack Russell must be kept on a close leash and under a closer eye when he's around unfamiliar dogs, as unfortunately this breed's reputation for aggressiveness around animals is not undeserved.

Usually the best option is to choose a facility that has separate accommodations for dogs and cats so the cat won't be stressed by being around unfamiliar canine critters.

The Osceola County Health Department has found a rabid raccoon in the Narcoossee area of Jack Brack Road.The health department will monitor the area for all free - roaming cats and dogs and capture and hold them until they are vaccinated for rabies.Owners of any captured animals will have to pay fees for vaccination, room and board as well as a fine for violating the county's leash law.Residents should be careful about petting an unfamiliar cat or dog in the area and should be wary of any wild animals that approach them, the Health Department says.

For those unfamiliar with the various categories of service dogs, the difference between the three types of service dogs can be quite confusing.

Speaking of water, it is a good idea to bring a jug of water from home, both for on the road use and also because some dogs don't get used to other water easily and can develop vomiting or diarrhea from an unfamiliar water supply.

It's important to keep in mind that for many nervous dogs, their fear is compounded by the fact that they are also anxious around unfamiliar animals or people, or with certain types of body handling.

Basket muzzles can be a great tool when a dog is in an unfamiliar or uncomfortable situation such as being poked and prodded at the vet, playing with a new group of dogs, or meeting a child or cat for the first time.

Dogs that are not properly socialized during puppyhood tend to be more cautious and fearful of new people and unfamiliar situations later in life — that's not what you want for your puppy.

While all questions and specifics of treatment for individual dogs should be discussed with the attending veterinarian, we asked Dr. Breitschwerdt a few general questions about vector - borne diseases and traveling to unfamiliar areas with competition dogs.

Unfortunately for Louie and his new owner, it became apparent within the first few weeks after his adoption that he was severely reactive to almost everything new that he encountered — this included unfamiliar people, dogs of all shapes and sizes, and even sometimes objects in the environment that he had not seen before.

This becomes necessary when staying in hotels or when you're in an unfamiliar place which would be unsafe for your dog to go potty outdoor.

The more you bring your Shepherd Collie out for walks, trips to the dog park, or simply out around the town with you while you're running errands makes them better adjusted to strange situations and unfamiliar people.

This designer dog breed will alert their families of any newcomer or unfamiliar noise in the home, which may be an issue for apartment dwellers living under strict noise restraints.

Sit on your porch and reward your dog for looking at cars, passersby, unfamiliar dogs, etc..

When they meet children for the first time as adult dogs, the unfamiliar size, smells, noises, and movements of children can be extremely frightening to a dog.

Exposure works by rewarding puppies for proper behavior while they experience new stimuli which leads to adult dogs that are not reactive or afraid when they experience something unfamiliar.

For those unfamiliar with the sport, it's like the work of a drug - sniffing or bomb - sniffing dog but much more relaxed.

For those of you who might be unfamiliar with this, a shock collar is used to teach the dog to avoid snakes.

By socializing one's puppy early on with a variety of new and unfamiliar people (including calm and gentle children), on a regular and ongoing basis (for at least the first two years of the dog's life), you can help prevent serious behavioral problems such as shyness, timidity, and aggression from developing as the puppy matures.

At this stage, it is important for them to learn to stick with the pack for safety, but they also need to learn about fear since they need fear for survival purposes.The message to the puppy is to run away if something unfamiliar approaches them, explain Wendy and Jack Volhard in the book Dog Training for Dummies.

This can be a terrifying experience for all concerned and a dangerous one for the dog since he is now on his own in unfamiliar territory and subject to hazards such as traffic.

Certain breeds may have a reputation for growing into friendly family dogs, but if they aren't trained and socialised early, they could end up being afraid of strangers, unfamiliar dogs and even their own shadow!

Although they might get testy if an unfamiliar dog saunters up for a sniff, don't worry too much - this is just those hardwired shepherding genes at work playing guardian.

The earlier your Akita learns the basic rules for communicating appropriately with unfamiliar dogs, the easier it will be when he attains his full size and strength.

Any dog that hasn't been introduced to lots of unfamiliar dogs and people during the socialization period (ten to sixteen weeks) will be notably uneasy and fearful with new experiences and creatures for the rest of its life.

Ideally, introduce the dogs on neutral territory that is unfamiliar to both dogs or where neither one has been for long.

For dog ownerswho don't live in areas where medical marijuana is legal, or who are averse to giving pets an unfamiliar drug, you can try an all - natural herbal tonic developed to relax and calm anxious, nervous dogs.

Holidays can be a particularly stressful time for dogs and cats: changes in their routine, more and often unfamiliar people around the house, or even a new environment if you are traveling from home and taking your pet along.

For those of you unfamiliar with Companions for Heroes (C4H), they are a wonderful and increasingly essential group that helps match veterans, first responders, law enforcement officers and even next of kin affected with the stress of active duty / PTSD with shelter / rescue dogs who would otherwise be euthanizFor those of you unfamiliar with Companions for Heroes (C4H), they are a wonderful and increasingly essential group that helps match veterans, first responders, law enforcement officers and even next of kin affected with the stress of active duty / PTSD with shelter / rescue dogs who would otherwise be euthanizfor Heroes (C4H), they are a wonderful and increasingly essential group that helps match veterans, first responders, law enforcement officers and even next of kin affected with the stress of active duty / PTSD with shelter / rescue dogs who would otherwise be euthanized.

It is not uncommon for even a very well - trained dog to have accidents in an unfamiliar home.

Being proactive around children, visitors and in unfamiliar sets the foundation for a happy, healthy and joyful adult dog.

Although most pet hotels do their very best to make your dog feel at home, it's not unusual for our four - legged family members to feel stressed about staying in a new place; the sights, sounds, routines, textures, and people are all new and unfamiliar to them!

Getting a slobbering kiss from a jumping dog every time you come home may be the ideal greeting for you, but to someone who's unfamiliar with pets — like small children — it might not be so inviting.

The only way to accomplish this is for your dog to continue meeting unfamiliar people and dogs daily.

Always praise your puppy for meeting, greeting, and playing with unfamiliar dogs.

What if an unfamiliar child should reach for the dog's collar, possibly around the dog's food bowl, when the dog is having a bad - hair day and not feeling good?

When dogs visit unfamiliar environments, offering then kibble is a great temperament test for trainers, veterinarians and owners to check that the dog is at ease.

Stress can be induced by barking dogs, unfamiliar places, and even car rides for some cats.

For example, it's not a good idea to take a dog that is fearful of unfamiliar humans to a crowded Starbucks patio.

For example, intact males constitute 80 percent of all dogs presented to veterinary behaviorists for what formerly has been described as dominance aggression, are involved in 70 to 76 percent of reported dog bite incidents, and are 2.6 times more likely to bite than neutered dogs, while unspayed females «attract free - roaming males, which increases bite risk to people through increased exposure to unfamiliar dogs,» and «contribute to the population of unwanted» and potentially aggressive dogs (Gershman et al., 1993; Sacks et al., 2000; AVMA, 200For example, intact males constitute 80 percent of all dogs presented to veterinary behaviorists for what formerly has been described as dominance aggression, are involved in 70 to 76 percent of reported dog bite incidents, and are 2.6 times more likely to bite than neutered dogs, while unspayed females «attract free - roaming males, which increases bite risk to people through increased exposure to unfamiliar dogs,» and «contribute to the population of unwanted» and potentially aggressive dogs (Gershman et al., 1993; Sacks et al., 2000; AVMA, 200for what formerly has been described as dominance aggression, are involved in 70 to 76 percent of reported dog bite incidents, and are 2.6 times more likely to bite than neutered dogs, while unspayed females «attract free - roaming males, which increases bite risk to people through increased exposure to unfamiliar dogs,» and «contribute to the population of unwanted» and potentially aggressive dogs (Gershman et al., 1993; Sacks et al., 2000; AVMA, 2001).

Take time to settle down in unfamiliar places and reward your dog for acting calmly.

It is natural for some dogs to be shy of things that are new and unfamiliar.

No one knows for sure why early people favored barking dogs, but one theory is that they may have acted as an early warning system for people to alert them to unfamiliar people or animals that may be in the area.