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Sarah

the best feeding for an infant puppy (or any animal for that matter) is from its mother. If that isn’t a possibility, then I would contact my vet- you’ll find that between routine vaccinations and check ups that you will be at the vets office quite a bit over the next year with your new friend? Your veterinarian will be able to guide you through everything you will need to know and more. Very best of luck!

8 years ago
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I would let my vet know and see what they recommend. I know that one time one of our dogs was on a medication that bound him up and it was recommended that we feed him pumpkin. I don’t know if this particular situation warrants that or not, but your vet would probably be able to discuss this with you. Good luck!

8 years ago
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Also, there is a wolf sanctuary in Letitz, PA. They have a few packs, but one is a pack of wolf hybrids. You may want to reach out to them for some help. They are extremely knowledgeable, and very wonderful people. Here is there website:
https://wolfsanctuarypa.org/
Good luck!!

8 years ago
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Sarah

Hi-
not sure how you got your hands on this breed of dog, but as with all dogs, consistency and a solid pack are key. Please see a behaviorist/trainer and set up training appointment right away. It will benefit both of you and you canes the training and tips learned to suit you and you’ll both benefit from it. Since this dog is already a year old, you’ve missed peak socialization time with him. That is not to say that you still can’t socialize your dog, but you must make training a top priority. From what I’ve seen, this hybrid dog is very determined and needs lots of exercise. You need to take the time to establish a good pack order. Positive reinforcement is key, as well as establishing a solid routine that your dog can depend on. Walks are a fantastic way to get excercise in and establish good pack behavior at the same time. Training is a great way to mentally tire your dog, as well as walks (long walks) for getting him physically tired. A tired dog is a well behaved dog? Very best of luck to both of you. Hope you find some help in my advice.

8 years ago
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Hi there-
It sounds like your dog has developed some fears. A while ago I stumbled across this website: http://www.thebalancedcanine.com/
You may find it helpful. Best of luck!

8 years ago
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I suppose it is possible for anything to get stuck in the mud, given the right circumstances. I would make every attempt to help them get out. I’m hoping that by now, the dog is out, safe and dry. If that is the case, I would still keep a close eye on him and if I saw anything unusual I would call my vet to be safe, and see what she says. I hope your dog is ok.

8 years ago
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There are many factors that can lead up to this type of situation. Have you discussed this with your vet? Have you spoken to your trainer about it or a behaviorist? I’m not sure of your daily routine with your dog as far as walks and training, but those are absolutely KEY in keeping your pack order straight. I would start out talking with my vet and a trainer and take things from there. There is no such thing as a perfec pet. They all require time, work, lots of love and patience. No matter how docile they seem to be, anything with teeth can and will bite, unless properly trained and exercised and knows that they are a part of the pack. Best of luck! Keep us posted.

8 years ago
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Thanks. Feeling a bit better now. Dierks rolled in “something” and the kids were trying to be helpful. I found my two younger ones with the febreeze bottle and freaked. They sprayed him twice before I got to them. I’ve wiped him off and wet toweled him. I’m afraid to give him a full on bath because I just front-lined him today. Thank you!

8 years ago
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It is hard to tell from your picture, sorry. It could be a tick perhaps? In which case I hope that you use preventatives (like frontline or something). If not a tick, perhaps a skin tag, and you might want that looked at.

8 years ago
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Not every meal. We clean them each night after they eat dinner, so they’re clean for the next day. Dogs eat breakfast and dinner. And the dish soap is the same as it has always been… no change there. They will eat treats out of the steel bowls when I leave them in there.

8 years ago

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