Question by animal_mother: Need an Extra-Wide Dog Gate?
I’ve been looking online for an extra-wide (63″) and preferably taller baby/pet gate for my dog. I want to use this on the front porch and need it to be a tension mounted style..it will be placed between 2 brick columns. Anyway, I’m not having any luck finding what I need. If you have a gate like this..where did you get it?? I’m also open to any other creative options that will keep my Golden Retriever on the porch without his leash on if I don’t find a gate. Thanks.
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Answer by gurlieak http://cgi.ebay.com/North-States-Wide-Stairway-Wooden-Baby-Pet-Gate-4639_W0QQitemZ270044523073QQcmdZViewItem
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Question by Aaron Parsley: Why does my dog stop still once it reaches our gate? He is a great dog and is 4 month old?
He plays fetch, drop, down, etc. just recently he has been stopping at the gate and we have to encourage him in with a treat.
Just recently he has been doing this.
Why does he do this?
The gate is on a spring by the way.
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Answer by Kirsten R What tends to happen when he goes through the gate? Does it mean play time is over? That could be one cause. If that’s it, try taking him through the gate for meals or take him through and then back out to continue the fun activity so he can’t associate going through the gate with recess being over.
Has he ever been knocked by the gate? That could make him cautious about going through. If that’s it, latch the gate open and feed him right in the middle of the opening several times to help him build a positive association and be very careful the gate doesn’t bump him in future until his confidence that it rarely happens is built up.
Kuranda Dog Beds, the Answer to the Chewing Dog Owner’s Prayers?
Got a precious doggie who loves to gnaw on his bed to the point of no recognition — and then look at you with these big eyes asking “where do I sleep now?” Kuranda USA offers a patented solution for your rambunctious pooch!
The Kuranda dog bed sports a patented design featuring a protective poly resin or aluminum sleeve which is also the frame that the fabric slides into. This protective sleeve leaves no corner gaps or fabric exposed so there is nothing to chew…or so the dog owner thinks. There are times when a persistent chewer will work his way from the fabric, which is inaccessible, to the corners. There they will meet up with reinforced PVC corners that can stand up to some of the most persistent chewers but in the rare instance they don’t a one year ‘chew proof’ guarantee comes standard with each bed. Kuranda guarantees the structural integrity of the frames and any or all parts will be replaced including corners and legs even the 40 oz. Vinyl and Cordura fabrics are guaranteed for one full year.
With three excellent choices in materials to choose from how does one decide? There are advantages to each fabric. First, the vinyl weave is likened to the fabric used in patio furniture; it is breathable and allows water to drip through it. This feature alone allows it to stay cooler than the other two fabrics. However, there is always a catch, it is the least durable and is not recommended for jumping, chewing or rough housing dogs. Cordura is a tough nylon canvas that is similar to the fabric used for horse blankets and backpacks. Cordura fabric is twice as durable as the vinyl weave however, it is not porous so water will puddle on this bed and it does not breathe. Then we have the 40 oz. vinyl which is the most durable and highly recommended for the digger, scratcher, chewer in your life! This sturdy fabric is thick and smooth with a very easy to clean surface. It like Cordura will not breathe and will puddle if rained on.
So has Chomper met his match? Kuranda dog beds are cot style beds that lift your precious pet off the ground between six to nine inches depending on the size of the bed. Many people are perplexed about which frame to get aluminum or poly resin? The answer to that question depends on the dog. The aluminum bed is the strongest and most durable especially for kennels, doggie day spas or veterinarian offices. The around the home dogs will be more than pleased on either the poly-resin or the aluminum beds. Kuranda also offers wooden framed dog beds which are nice looking and quite comfortable but are strongly not recommended for chewing dogs or for outdoor use.
Because Kuranda dog beds are cot style there is a space beneath the bed which helps keep his sleeping space sanitary. Oh that reminds me I haven’t mentioned how to care and maintain the Kuranda dog bed. Convenience is the name of the came for care and maintenance simply hose it down, little soap and water for any persistent stains and the bed is back in action. Kennels and Veterinarian offices swear by the convenience and durability of this extremely functional, durable and innovative pet bed.
Rest assured this dog bed provides a comfortable destination for your dozing dog and helps him ‘knock the habit’ of chewing well, if only on his bed anyway!
For more info about Kuranda Dog Beds please visit http://www.precious-pets-paradise.com
A funny part that I would like to share, bad dog! Video Rating: 5 / 5
Unbelievable!How did he figure it out? Chico & Pippo are too smart!!!!
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Question by Dena P: Indoor dog gate for big dog?
I have a 60LB Pitbull who has decided she wants to meet my roomates cat, and did. After a horrifying 2 minutes for both the animals me and the cats owner we have decided we need a dog gate for the hallway up to the bedrooms. The thing is I dont know what kind of gate would stand up to her so she wouldn’t be able to push it over or jump over it.
Any suggestions would be greatly apperciated so that we don’t have to send both the animals to another vet visit. Thanks
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Answer by alexis88883 If she is a jumper, none will do. How about putting a door up instead?
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Dog-Proofing Your Home
Getting a new dog is exciting, but it is important that you take care of some important practical matters before you bring your new family member home. An untrained puppy or young dog can be destructive. If you plan ahead, however, you can minimize the damage to your home, and help keep your dog safe.
If your dog will have access to the kitchen and bathroom, it is a good idea to invest in a garbage can with a lid. This makes it much more difficult for your dog to get into the trash and cause a huge mess. If your dog is allowed in the kitchen, you should also make sure that you do not leave any food on the counter. Dogs will jump to surprising heights to get a snack, and certain foods can harm them. Onions and chocolate can be deadly to dogs. If you cannot keep your new pet out of the kitchen, make sure you keep the counter clear.
There are probably some rooms in your house where it would better for your new dog not to enter at all. You can close off certain areas with baby gates. With most baby gates, you will need to either step over them or take them down in order to get into the room. You can purchase higher end models that have a swinging door in the middle of the gate, making entry much more convenient. You should also make sure that you remove all poisonous plants from the house. Although you might close some rooms off with baby gates or special dog gates, having poisonous plants in the house is not worth the risk. It only takes a moment for your dog to eat enough of the plant to become seriously ill.
To keep your dogs in your backyard, you are going to need a fence. Make sure that the fence is high enough that your dog cannot jump over it. If you do not like the look of a wood or chain link fence, you should consider installing an invisible fence. An invisible fence is an electric barrier that surrounds your yard. Your dog will wear a special collar. If your dog goes past the barrier, the dog will receive a small shock. Although this shock is unpleasant, it does not cause the dog too much discomfort. It usually only takes a few shocks for the dog to learn his boundaries. You can use your invisible fence or traditional fence to section off areas where you do not want your dog to go.
When guests come over, you might want to have a place to keep your pooch for a while. Some of your friends might be afraid of dogs or severely allergic. Buy a cage or enclosure to put your dog in while guests are visiting. If you do not like the idea of buying a large metal cage, you could buy one of the new dog house end tables. These hold your dog but look just like a piece of furniture.
I’m guessing they’re getting the dogs ready and preparing them to look as good as they possibly can. Golden Gate Kennel club dog show at the Cow Palace 2007
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Question by dazz: My dog bit another dog whilst locked in behind a gate, am i liable?
My dog was lying outside in my yard when a dog came upto my gate and put its head through my gate my dog bit its nose, now the owner of the other dog wants me to pay her vet bills, she was with her dog at the time my dog was minding his own buisness relaxing in the yard behind a locked gate she let her dog shove his nose through my gate should i have to pay her vet bill???
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Answer by Rayven~Summer Troll Patrol Nope. Her dog crossed the property line. She’s responsible for the vet bills of her own making by letting her dog put its nose where it didn’t belong. Don’t even offer to pay half. Your dog was on your property where it belonged and properly contained by the fence.
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Question by Daniel: how to make dog overcome fear of baby gate?
my dog is attached to me so just to see what she would do, we put up a baby gate to see what would happen and she knocked it over so it landed on her. ever since, shes afraid of it and when we have to slide it over so we can walk she would back away.
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Answer by smsdvm2191 The fear will be difficult to overcome unless you encourage her that it is okay. Try sitting with her by the baby gate and put her in between you and the gate. She will realize it will not hurt her if you are showing her it is sturdy. Give her treats and praise her for short periods of time while she acts good near it.
Getting a puppy home is very exciting experience as if you saw your baby walking first. But be sure that you must know a few things before inviting this fur legged member to your home.
When you are taking an adult dog home. You can have a feel that he must have learned something from his previous master. But this is not so when you introduce a puppy to your home. You have to have patience to teach him everything from the scratch.
You will have to try all your skills to house-train a dog besides take some extra care and patience as this little puppy undergone no training as yet.
Most importantly, you would like the first things your little puppy learn are mannerism and eliminating outside house as well.
If you are impatient, potty training of a dog look like hell of a lot task as it will need them to behave like humans when they feel like potty.
First thing you are required to do in this regard is that you should not be harsh while potty training puppies. To begin with you should take you puppy outdoor for a walk just after you have fed him and must stay out till he lets it out.
Training should be given to wake up the same time every day and make him potty at the same place so that after sometime it transforms into a habit.
He should be given the food that leads to solid stools during the potty training period so that if it does potty inside hour, cleaning should not be a problem.
Also try bribing him things he likes after he learns going out for potty and deny these to him when he does not. This way he will be made to think that doing potty outside house is a better thing.
You should also ensure that he is put in a crate or within dog gates when you are not keeping an eye on him, so that he learns that he can’t relieve himself anywhere in the house.
You can always take help from puppy training book and videos.
However, if all these techniques fail in potty training your puppy, you can opt for a professional help at home or you can take your puppy to puppy training classes.
This is a video of my brother’s dog who figured out how to escape from my back yard during one of his visits. I have a Golden Receiver who is too large to do this so I just ignored the gap under the gate until the dog paid a visit. Video Rating: 4 / 5
Question by Rachel: What Height does a gate have to be to keep a patterdale dog in?
i am looking to get a patterdale dog or a springer or one of a similar size. what height should i make the gate so they dont run away?
i know that fell is the proper name but its another name for it which doesnt mean its wrong. i meant that a patterdale is the smallest that i would have and a springer is the biggest
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Underground Dog Fences: Some Shoppers Aren’t Happy Unless They Spend a Ton of Money
Many of today’s pet owners have become savvy online shoppers that take great pride in knowing how to search for and find the absolute lowest price on products for their pets.
These shrewd shoppers get a lot of practice. On an annual basis, pet owners lay out significant amounts of cash on pet products. If you own a pet then you know what I am talking about: cat furniture, dog houses, pet doors, dog gates, dog ramps, pet beds…did I leave anything out? I am sure I did.
But there is another group of shoppers on the opposite end of the spectrum. These shoppers are afraid they won’t be satisfied unless they purchase the most expensive product available.
Most of us realize that bigger is not always necessarily better. The same can hold true for dollar values. If a certain brand of product costs more than another, it does not necessarily mean it is the best brand…for you.
In fact, you might be surprised to learn that many lower-priced brands are actually owned by or manufactured by the very same companies that make higher-end brands.
Let’s take a look at the company that owns PetSafe as an example. PetSafe is owned by Radio Systems Corporation, which is the same company that owns MultiVet, Staywell, Innotek, SportDOG, Guardian, and the ever-popular in-ground Invisible Fence Brand.
PetSafe makes an underground fence system, too, and it offers similar technology as its sister company Invisible Fence Brand. The difference? You need to install PetSafe’s underground fence system yourself, while Invisible Fence Brand systems are installed by Authorized Invisible Fence Brand professionals.
You could spend thousands to have an Invisible Fence Brand installed. You won’t spend thousands if you purchase a PetSafe inground fence and install it yourself. Sure, it could take nearly a full day’s work or even a weekend (depending on the size of your property) but it is not at all complicated. There is no reason to think that you could not do just as good a job as a “professional” installer. All you need to do is be willing to put in the time and effort.
The bottom line is that lower-priced brands with a solid reputation are something to consider when shopping for and comparing pet products of all kinds, not just underground fence systems.
If you’ve been thinking about getting an underground dog fence you may want to check out the PetSafe lineup before making a final decision. And if you don’t want to dig trenches and bury wires (or pay someone else vast sums to do so) a PetSafe wireless dog fence may be just the ticket.
The wireless PetSafe Instant Fence will provide a safe outdoor containment area up to a 1/2 acre and takes just minutes to set up. Another great feature of the PetSafe Instant Fence is that it is portable. You can take it on vacation with you. Just plug it into any standard electrical outlet or purchase a power adapter for your vehicle.
PetSafe also makes a dog fence for indoor use called the PetSafe Wireless Fence System. This system allows you to create a containment area in your home to keep pets from certain areas or rooms.
You can find a limited selection of PetSafe products at some brick and mortar pet supply stores. But only Authorized Online Retailers offer a full selection of all available PetSafe products.
Don’t be fooled by PetSafe’s reasonable prices; their in-ground dog fence systems are well worth taking a look at before making your final purchase decision. If you would like assistance in choosing an underground dog fence system, please go to www.americas-pet-store.com/dog-fence.html or call 1-800-870-1941.
Marsha Morrill is with America’s Pet Store, a Vermont company that supplies pet products including dog fence systems, dog training collars, dog doors, dog ramps and much more.
Diamond Series Dog Kennels showing the ability of the door to swing both in and out depending on your dogs behavior. Video Rating: 3 / 5
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