Make Him Your Pet

Begin with your dog sitting by your left side. Keep the leash loose while Use your release word, let him get up, and praise him again. Put him back

Let your new cat wander around for a few hours and then return him to his room and let your resident cat back out. Use two door stops (one on each side of

Then bring the new pet out on a leash or harness and let the other pets explore her. If you anticipate problems, the other animals can be on leashes or

Avoid reaching your hand out for the dog to sniff. Let the dog approach at his own rate. Avoid petting if the dog looks nervous or tense. Just admire him

litter box. In his own time, he will venture out. If your cat has previously been let outdoors, this is a great time to make him an

In order to help your dog or cat make a smooth transition from 'only child' to the new family dynamic, a good deal of pre-baby planning and preparation is

Consult with a veterinarian, pediatrician, and/or animal behavior specialist if the thought of a newborn interacting with your family pet makes you

The overall goal is to let your dog know that you are his leader and that you can protect him and care for him; otherwise, he will feel the need to become the

If your animal is injured, you must restrain him/her for your safety as well as your pet's. Wrap cat in a towel, making, sure his/her front legs are covered

Make sure your pet is well-groomed, can be seen clearly in the photos If your pet is a dog, take him out and about. The more opportunities the dog

do anything, then put him back in crate or make him lie down for 2-3 minutes by your side. Now at some point the dog will on his own 'ring the bell You

If you were thinking that your pet might make a good breeding animal-STOP-why breed from an animal Include your pet's name (it personalizes him and

It is good that your owner knows that if the hotel fails to re-let the room after your stay, it will be necessary for him to take full responsibility for

○ Don't try to touch the dog, or make sudden movements. Talk to the dog calmly in a pleasant tone of voice. ○ Tell the dog you mean him/her no harm and that

Also make sure that you bring your pet to your veterinarian for an annual If a dog is relaxing, let him sleep; don't disturb him, call his name or

For example, before you let your dog out of his crate or tie-down, ask for some eye contact and a 'Sit NOTE: Freedom is any dog's favorite privilege. Make him

Here are some basic steps for introducing a cat and a dog: Before starting the introduction, let your new family member settle in by confining him or her to an

replacing it before allowing your pet to eat. Then If your puppy comes up to you and nudges you for attention, make him sit before petting him

Housetrain your dog, and then you may leave him indoors. Magically If you consider your dog to be perfect for you, make your own choice. But if

Having the love and companionship of a loyal dog can make a child feel important and help him or her develop a positive self-image. Kids who are emotionally