Chewing Problems
All dogs have the urge to chew when they are teething. When they are going through this stage, it is important to give them safe products that are good for them to chew. Stay away from products that might break up into pieces that might get lodged in your young dog’s throat. Stick to more sturdy products that will remain whole.
If a dog continues to chew and is becoming destructive, make sure the dog has a couple of toys that are okay to chew. Dogs many times chew out of boredom, so if you have to leave your dog alone for several hours at a time, make sure they have a good sturdy chewy or one of those larger balls that are simply too big to chew to push around. When a dog is busy doing something else, he’s too busy to chew.
If your dog tries to chew a piece of furniture, there are sprays commercially available that deter chewing when sprayed on the furniture. Just be sure to check to see if they are safe for finishes or fabrics before using.
Remember to never give your dog something like an old shoe or sock to chew. No dog can make a distinction between an old shoe and your best pair, so it’s better to never allow them to chew articles like these.
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This Weekend At UKC
UKC is pleased to announce that the running of the 2010 UKC World Squirrel Dog Championship will take place in Franklin, Indiana, and will be hosted by the Johnson County Hound Club. The event date will be Saturday, March 20th. New this year will be last chance qualifying events which will take place on Friday, March 19th and will feature a.m. and p.m. qualifiers. There will also be a World Championship Bench Show which will take place Friday evening. Clubs wishing to conduct qualifying events between now and then are encouraged to call UKC Field Representative Eugene Hill (256) 596-0568 or UKC Field Representative Marty Stanton (812) 343-0958. Good luck to all ! (More Information).
National Hunting Beagle Association Days is also this weekend in Missouri. Come on out and enjoy the event with us! NHBA sectional runoffs on Friday and a 2 day hunt Saturday and Sunday.(More Information).
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The Golden Retriever was developed in late 19th century Scotland and England primarily by crossing Flat- and Wavy-coated Retrievers, Tweed Water Spaniels, and a red Setter. The Golden was bred by British aristocrats to be a dual purpose dog, able to retrieve waterfowl and upland game birds and also to be a companion. The Golden Retriever's friendly disposition, attractive appearance, and high level of trainability have made this breed one of the most popular in the United States. The Golden Retriever was recognized by the United Kennel Club in 1956. |

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