January 4, 2009
Can someone PLEASE help? I really…..?
I really want a puppy and my mom says yes, but my dad says no for one reason, CRATE TRAINING IT ISN'T FAIR AND I CAN'T COME HOME FROM WORK AND LET IT OUT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE DAY.
can someone please help me figure out a solution? i thought of getting it in the spring/summer and training it over the summer then by the school year he will know when it's time to go out and stuff. will that work? PLEASE HELP ME!
thank you in advanced.
also, what do you like better:
chihuahua (specify short or long hair)
maltese (hair kept puppy cut)
yorkie(hair kept puppy cut, too)
if you have/had a chihuahua, maltese, or yorkie, please tell me about them, like the name, age, stuff it requires, how long it took to potty train it,etc. thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If you get an older pup, say 12 weeks old, then summer training might work.
I have a male, fawn colored, 6 years old spoiled rotten Chihuahua. He was very hard to house break.I also have 2 shih tzu and a rottie. they all live together and the Chi rules the house.Even the rott won't mess with him.I love him to death but he is VERY yappy.I had to buy him some doggie step so he can get up on the couch and bed.lol.
Want some good advice? get a small beagle, they make excellent first time pets, are smart and easy to train. Maybe not fancy like the dogs you want but you can't lose with a beagle.
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The problem is that they do need to get out to go to the bathroom, the rule one month old needs to be out every hour, 2 months two hours, small dogs are very hard to potty train. I am with your parents on that one.
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I've owned a maltese. They do not shed so that is a plus. Your dad would probably enjoy that. They seek attention and want to be the center of attention at all times. Crate training is probably the best method to house-train your dog. Just be sure you can take them out regularly especially as puppies. They should not be kept in their kennel for more than 3-4 hours at a time. If you do get a maltese, don't spoil them too much they usually develop separation anxiety when their owner(s) are gone.
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If a dog has to go to the vets for an extended period, it is kept in a crate. The safest place for a dog in a car is in a crate. If a dog is ever taken to any competition (obedience, agility, conformation,etc.), when not competing, it is kept in a crate. When you take the dog to a groomer, it is put in a crate.
So to me, crate training is FAIR in that it prepares the dog to be in a crate when required, besides helping get over the puppy stage. My dog is a schnauzer, and I crate trained as a puppy. He has never had an accident in the house, and NEVER chewed on anything other than his toys - in part because I knew how to properly crate train.
That being said, crate training isn't the only method of house training -you can also keep the dog in a small room like a bathroom or kitchen (although, how keeping the dog in a small bathroom is any different from crate training, I have no idea).
None of those 3 is a dog I would choose, but if I had either a Maltese or Yorkshire terrier, I would NOT keep them in a puppy cut. In my opinion, if you cannot care for the coat of the dog, then choose another breed.
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I used to be absolutely desperate for a dog. It was all I ever thought about, asked for, wanted, talked to my parents about. However, one day I thought about how much work it would really be.
If your parents haven't got enough time to look after a dog without being in a rush, and you're still at school, I would seriously reconsider.
Anyway, if you are 100% certain, I would talk to your mom about your dad, and see if the two of you can convince him. Explain to him how you would train the dog over the summer and see what he thinks. Your mom could come in for backup. If that still doesn't work, keep thinking of how you are going to get past him - I made a powerpoint presentation to convince my parents about getting a rabbit, and it worked.
My favourites are both the chihuahua (both long and short) and the yorkie (puppy cut).
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Experience.
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If you get an older pup, say 12 weeks old, then summer training might work.
I have a male, fawn colored, 6 years old spoiled rotten Chihuahua. He was very hard to house break.I also have 2 shih tzu and a rottie. they all live together and the Chi rules the house.Even the rott won't mess with him.I love him to death but he is VERY yappy.I had to buy him some doggie step so he can get up on the couch and bed.lol.
Want some good advice? get a small beagle, they make excellent first time pets, are smart and easy to train. Maybe not fancy like the dogs you want but you can't lose with a beagle.
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Crate training itself is not unfair, but leaving a young puppy in a crate for six or eight hours at a time is.
The perfect solution: adopt an adult dog. There are plenty of wonderful dogs in shelters and rescues, waiting for a new home. An adult should be already (or nearly) housetrained, as well as socialized and understanding of general house manners (not to chew the furniture or raid the trash can, for instance).
I grew up with a Yorkie but was a kid when we got him. My mom did the housetraining, so I have no idea how long it took.
Regardless of breed, most dogs need pretty much the same things: mental and physical exercise, consistent rules, training, grooming (some need professional, some just need baths and brushing at home), vet care, food, water, shelter, attention, and love.
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Crate training is a must for all dogs! It teaches them patience and gives them a "safe" place to be when things get noisy or too out of control in the human world. My daughter and her Fiancee have two Maltese dogs- They require daily brushing to keep the hair from tangling, and the same goes for Yorkies. All three of the dogs you chose are high energy dogs and require care and exercise. You might want to go to the AKC website and research which breed would best suit your needs. Another thing you might want to do is contact a breed rescue and get an older dog that is already house broken so you don't have to go through that part of the training. Be sure you are ready to take your new dog out for lots of walks, and playtime. They also need weekly bathing to check for skin problems, bushing, and nail attention(dremels work best) They are alot of work, but if you are will to actually put in the effort, they return your love so much! Maybe you can join a dog club and work Rally, obedience or agility. Doing something fun with your dog might help your Dad realize you can take care of one responsibly. Good Luck.
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getting one in the summer would be your best solution. Out of the picks, I would choose Chihuahua, either coat because I have never found another dog in all my years of owning dogs that steal my heart the way a chihuahua does. One of my chis was housebroken in 3 days. I kept him with me at all times, usually on my lap…lol and when he had to go I knew right away. I have chis now from age 9 weeks to 11 yr. Chihuahuas can live into their twenties. Chihuahuas need lots of attention and care, very smart. All dogs require food bowls, water bowls, a bed, quality food, toys, treats, regular vet care, with shots checkups, etc. Names of my current and past chis are Pee Wee, Peanut, Pepito, Poncho, Pedro, Chico, Baby, Tiny, Sassy, Skeeter, Cokie, Latta, Cricket, Trixie, Honeybun, Honeybunch, Angel, Lil Bit, Sugar, Muffin, Cocoa, Fudge. That's most of them…..lol
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owned chis over 40 yr, been breeding them over 10.
i hav looked after all yorkies, maltese and chihuahuas but the best is the yorkie because if thered trained well they can be gr8 dogs for familys but all dogs need to be looked after but if ur parents don't want 1 there is nothing 2 do about that
hope that i helped x
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Have you thought about getting an older dog from a rescue group? Most of the older dogs they have are already house trained so that would eliminate the issue of letting the dog out during the day. Besides your family would be giving a dog a second chance in life. What ever you do the whole family must be in agreement.
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