Question:

Why does my dog eat poop, and how can I stop it?
Young puppies do this a lot. They will often outgrow it in a matter of weeks. Sometimes dogs do it for nutrients they are lacking in their diets, but if you are feeding a good quality dog food, this is unlikely.
Most of the time it is just because it smells "tasty" (to them).You can try putting tabasco sauce on the piles, but honestly, if you are right there, the best solution is just to pick it up right away.
There is also a powder available, called "Forbid" that has effect of rendering the rendered food distasteful. This works for some dogs well, but not others.

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Why does my dog eat poop, and how can I stop it?
Young puppies do this a lot. They will often outgrow it in a matter of weeks. Sometimes dogs do it for nutrients they are lacking in their diets, but if you are feeding a good quality dog food, this is unlikely.
Most of the time it is just because it smells "tasty" (to them).You can try putting tabasco sauce on the piles, but honestly, if you are right there, the best solution is just to pick it up right away.
There is also a powder available, called "Forbid" that has effect of rendering the rendered food distasteful. This works for some dogs well, but not others.

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I just adopted a dog from the shelter, how can I tell what kind of dog it is?
You can ask the shelter workers what type of mix she is, or your vet might have an idea as well.
You can also post a picture of her up on the
and let the resident dog experts have a chance at guessing. It does require registration, but it is free.

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How do I stop a puppy from nipping during play?
Try "yelping" in a loud high-pitched voice when he bites. As soon as he lets go, turn away from him, and refuse to play any longer. This mimics the behaviour that his pack-mates would use when he gets out of line.

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What breed of dog is best for first-time owners?
A good, laid-back dog for first time owners would be a labrador, poodle, or a golden retriever.
I encourage you to ask breeders, join an email group like the ones at
on the breed of your choice. You can also post this question on my
. This does require registration, but it is free.
It is a good idea to provide a few details about your life as well.
Do you live in apartment?
Do you like excersize?
Do you like big dogs or small?
All these things will help in finding the right breed of dog for you.

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What breed of dog is best with children?
Any breed of dog can be trained to do very well with children, provided the children are trained to respect the dog as well.
I do recommend, however, a larger breed dog, as they are generally more tolerant of children's mishaps. Herding dogs are ideal, as are retrievers, both Labradors and Golden Retrievers.

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Why does my dog keep eating grass?
Some dogs will just graze because they like the taste, but if your puppies are doing it continually and bringing it up after, you should check their diet and be sure you are feeding a nutritionally balanced dog food.
The other thing to watch out for ...
Keep an eye on them, dogs have a tendency to eat grass when something is upsetting their stomaches, as it will bind the item that bothers them, and help them to bring it up after.
Check your plants, this is a common cause.

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Is it normal for dogs to lose their teeth? Also if a tooth is very lose should I take it out or let it fall out on its own??
Between the ages of five months and up to a year dogs lose their puppy teeth.
Like humans, after he has all his adult teeth, you may want to take him to the vet, as the teeth are rooted right into their jaws.

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How long does a dog stay pregnant for?
About two months, give or take a day. Please watch carefully for signs of distress, and dogs almost always give birth at night.

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What is a normal body temperature for a dog?
A dog's body temperature is normally between 101°F and 102°F.

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He chews everything! How do I get him to stop?
When you catch your puppy chewing on something inappropriate, you should re-direct his attention to a toy that is his. Teething puppies need to chew, and this usually means on anything they can reach. A spray that works well, and is sold in pet stores is called
. Most dogs and puppies don't like the taste, so they will not chew what has been sprayed. From personal experience I can tell you that it does not harm the finish on wood furniture.