Below are the 4 most recent journal entries recorded in georgemantert's InsaneJournal:

Wednesday, September 21st, 2011
3:48 pm	Yorkie Flea Control Whether you have a dog or a cat, chances are you may find yourself in need of ridding them of fleas one or more times. Below are a couple of yorkie grooming suggestions to help you with the job. Keep close track of Your Pet Watch your pet for common indications of a flea infestation which include too much biting and scratching, particularly around the tail and lower back areas. Check for raw areas of skin wherever your dog or kitty may have been scratching at bugs for some time. Another bit of evidence is flea debris, specks of dried up blood that are dark colored. Flea Collars and Powders For those who have caught the problem relatively early, it might be possible to eliminate fleas by simply using flea collars and powders. There are several brands and types to select from, and many have a special comb with fine teeth that is designed to remove fleas from fur. Flea Baths It truly is beneficial to bathe your furry friend often using a specially formulated soap or treatment. It is necessary to take into consideration the kind of fur or coat your furry friend has when bathing. This is particularly true for yorkshire terriers as some breeds have essential natural skin oils that shouldn't be washed away with soapy water more than once or twice yearly. If bathing in a flea bath isn't an alternative for your pet, consult your vet for other options. Monthly Medication There are medications available for your pet to take on a month to month basis that will prevent fleas and other insects from reproducing, but they fail to get rid of the ones that have already reached adulthood. You can also get multi-purpose medications and products available that hopefully will keep fleas from reproducing as well as managing heartworm, hookworms, whipworms and roundworms. Fleas will always be present, however with mindful planning and proper treatment, they need not become a problem for you or your dog.
Saturday, September 17th, 2011
2:17 pm	What You Should Know About Small Dog Training Are you excited about a new small dog pup joining your household and cannot wait to start training your pet? Small dog training is enjoyable but it also takes a lot of hard work. If you are willing to devote time and effort to raising a sociable and well-behaved small dog, you need to be firm and consistent with the directions you give during training. Fortunately, there is plenty of small dog training information available to help pet owners like you get began. They say training a puppy starts from the time you take it for a ride house. As doting dog owners, some of us cannot resist showering the pup with kisses and hugs, which is not a poor thing if not done excessively. But as far as initial impressions go, what you would like is to instill a sense of respect for you as a gentle but firm master, whom it should obey. Ideally, you should get a crate ready before you pick up the small dog. Make sure it is sturdy as it'll play a vital role in your small dog training in the following weeks or months. Place the pup immediately in the crate and do not allow it to sit on your lap. The fFirst Few Weeks The very first thing you need to establish once you start training your small dog is a routine, which should be followed by you and your new pet . Upon arrival at its new home, put the dog on a leash and give it time to explore its surroundings. After sometime, return it to the crate, which you should place in a convenient spot within your home. You can also use a litter box if you would not prefer a crate. Set a schedule for feeding, bathing, playing, and eliminating. Give your small dog dog treats if it successfully eliminates throughout the designated time. Leash Training Use a standard adjustable collar for leash training your small dog. Maintain it loose and use with a body harness if possible. The dog is of a little breed so choke collars, prong collars, electronic collars, and head halters are not necessary and may even cause death. Successful small dog training needs patience, much love, adequate attention, and immediate action. Balance your pet's life with consistency and firmness. You are able to be sure that it will grow up to be a well-mannered and obedient greatest friend. Balance Emotions It would help to remember that your dog is still a dog and NOT a human becoming. Too much affection is unhealthy as it could result in unacceptable behavior like excessive barking and whimpering each time your pet wants to ask for something. Take appropriate disciplinary measures to stop your small dog from developing bad habits. At the same time, total neglect would leave your dog mistrustful and fierce. Socialization Small dog training should also involve the development of social skills with human beings and with other dogs. Dogs by instinct have the require to establish their dominance over each other. If you are able to teach your pet at house that you're the master, puppies grow up to be well-adjusted adults. Make it a point to take your pet to social outings within a period of 12 weeks. Encourage activities like a pet party in the house. It is also a great concept to bring your puppy in public locations like the local park and take it for short car rides.
Tuesday, September 13th, 2011
11:29 am	Grooming Yorkies Yorkies have different kinds of coats. Yours might have a silky coat that is fairly similar to human hair or it may possibly have almost a wooly feeling coat. This will dictate how you groom your Yorkie. Always begin with a bath because this may make grooming much simpler. When bathing your Yorkshire Terrier, or any dog for that matter, you do not have to rub the shampoo in. The only thing this will attain is making the hair much more matted. Given that the shampoo will lift the dirt from the hair, scrubbing is not essential, so resist the urge. The most effective method to bathe them is by working the shampoo toward the finish of the physique by running your finger through the hair. It is really important to rinse thoroughly. This will get rid of any residual shampoo. So do not just rinse when - you need to rinse over and over. A sprayer works best for this. Right after he is clean, you can use your fingers to detangle the worst mats. This can be avoided in the event you brush the Yorkie daily. Use a metal, wide toothed comb to get the really poor mats out. Sometimes a little de-tangler doesn't hurt. The Yorkshire Terriers ears will usually stand up and have to be shaved about 1/3 of the way down from the tip of the ear. Use an ear cleaning remedy for cleaning the ears and cotton pads to absorb the excess. You should not stick q-tips into the dog's ears. Trimming the hair is typically done within the typical manner for Yorkshires. It ought to just be trimmed a little as required. The typical trims make it easier for handling and if this is something you're not comfortable performing, you are able to always take them to the groomer. Furthermore, there is certainly hair that grows on the pads of the feet. This needs to be kept clipped so it does not get matted. It will also preserve him from slipping on your tile floors. Toenails are essential to help keep trimmed too. This should be done on a normal basis about every two weeks. The best approach to trim them is at the curve. If you clip too far and the toe bleeds just a little powder will quit it. Nonetheless, if you cut on an angle following the natural wear of the toenail, this will help to keep the cuticle back too. Some Yorkshire Terriers have a great deal of tears so cleaning around the eyes might have to be done on a daily basis. This may keep the hair from matting in this area. You can also clean their teeth with a doggie toothpaste along with a brush. This will preserve them healthy and shiny. Check your Yorkshire Terrier for fleas and ticks. Their hair makes it extremely straightforward for these little pests to hide and they can be a source of fantastic irritation. Check the physique over well to ensure you can find none hiding under the legs or on the stomach. Grooming a Yorkie does not take an excellent deal of time should you make sure you brush them everyday. This may keep the hair from becoming so snarled that it takes hours to get the tangles out.I am hoping to come up with an article about training yorkies in the not to distant future that a few of you may enjoy.
Monday, September 12th, 2011
5:19 pm	Dogs - You Gotta Love Em The main subject of a lot of of my posts will likely be dog related. We raise Yorkies but have some other breeds at the same time. My two kids both have Chinese cresteds. My wife has Pembroke Welsh Corgis and toy aussies and I've a German shepherd and a couple of border collies (I'm also a sheepman). I plan on sharing as many photos as possible if photos are allowed that is. I also plan on sharing some of my dog wisdom. Until later then.