Taking your dog to the vets.   Going to the vets office with your dog, please show your friend that it’s nothing to worry about.  Be a good role model. (Baby steps with a scared dog). This can be a daunting thing to do as a dog owner and can be a frightening event for your friend. Go slowly. Visit the vet’s office frequently, not just to checkups or shots. Simply visit the office with your dog without a procedure being done. Hang out, sit and read a book. Show your dog that this is not a scary place. By showing your dog that you are calm, your dog will see this as an OK experience. They may never love it and that’s OK. Some of us hate going to the dentist! Make this a place where your dog trusts you to handle what happens to him/her with ease. (Stay calm and carry on). If your relationship is right at home, then trust will be there when our and about.  Calm & consistent wins the day. They are all different it is not about the breed, it’s about the personality. Trust you;  again please be a good role model. Emergencies happen, do what is necessary to save a life! Teach your vet to ignore your dog until they relax & then ask/invite the dog over-reward and praise.     Give your dog space when eating Give your dog space when eating. Do not test your dog by removing the bowl as he/she is eating. Please give your dog space when eating, do not hover over him/her. Do not try to remove the bowl, this will cause your dog to protect the bowl, their food, their survival. Depending on your dogs personality they might just let you, and what have you proved? They might growl, and now what? They might bite you, and look at what you have started! Give them space, stay in the room, be a loving provider and not someone who challenges your friends right to survive. Remember that dogs are not humans, they do not rationalize food and eating in the same way as us. They are Canines, wonderful creatures, but think differently. Don't put your dog in a position of failing, learn to read your dog, & this takes time. Understand your dog and how he/she feels. Don't cause a behavioral issue. Removing a food bowl when a canine is eating is a very poor temperament test! Many dogs fail this, & they are just trying to survive. Remove the bowl when they walk away, meal over until the next one. Personality matters more than breed, know your dogs personality, learn to read your dog. Louise Pay Dog Listener Louise East Bay Dog Listener       Dogs and Children, interacting safely, By Louise Pay.           Dogs and Children, interacting safely, by Louise the east bay dog listener www.ebdoglistener.com. For parents and Grandparents to share     with children. 1: Never go up to a dog that you do not know, instead wait and ask the owner if their dog likes young people. Some dogs find younger people frightening, as they move quickly and can be noisy. A dog only has its mouth to tell you off, so a growl or bite could happen. Protect your child and prevent a bite. 2: Never be tempted to remove a dogs bowl when they are eating. There is no quicker way to create a dog with a food bowl guarding issue. Give your dog space to eat in peace. Ask children to respect the dog’s space. 3: Walking your dog use two leashes when young people walk your dog (double up). This way a young person may help you to walk their friend and you keep your dog safe. 4: Watch out for dog poop it can have worms in it. Some dog owners do not use worm prevention and this can lead to children going blind.  When a dog poops the worms may not be in the stools and this is why dogs are not allowed in playgrounds. Tell your children to look out for and avoid poop. 5: Some dogs don’t like being hugged; hugging is a primate trait (monkeys etc.). Always ask the dog’s owner if their dog likes hugs. 6: Never run away from a dog this could lead to the dog thinking that you want to be chased. 7: Leave a dog’s toys alone some dogs see their toys as trophies and will guard them. 8: Never pet a dog that is tied up, they have been left without their family (pack) and have no means of escape if they are not happy. Instead, wait for the owner to return     and ask if you may pet the dog.                The importance of a rescue group doing a home visit, before adopting a dog.     Dogs and cats, meeting and how to manage the introduction.     Socialization myths and facts.     Leave dogs that are tied up alone, you may put them in the position where they have to defend themselves.     Crates, when to use one and how to use one.     Long line/indoor leash, guiding your puppy/dog to make good choices     Taking The Lead. Walking Your Dog, Are You Ready?     How to Ensure Your Dog & Baby Bond

Dogs and Babies by Jan Fennell. The Dog Listener.

Take the lead, 

Using a long line to guide your dog's behavior.

Crate training, the right way.

Socialization, not for all puppies and dogs.

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