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What Is A Breeder?
WHAT IS A BREEDER? A Breeder (with a capital B) is one who thirsts for knowledge and never really knows it all, one who wrestles with decisions of conscience, convenience, and commitment. A Breeder is one who sacrifices personal interests, finances, time, friendships, fancy furniture, and deep pile carpeting! She gives up the dreams of […]
“Can We See Where The Puppies Are Raised
I have been asked many times “Can we see where the puppies are raised?” My puppies are raised in my bedroom and my family room. In that this is my family home, I do not allow “visitors” in other areas of my home outside of the living room. But to bring you “virtually” into my […]
Puppy Teething Tips
Ten Puppy Teething Survival Tips! The Modern Bark – Dog Training Tips And Insights Depending on your puppy’s breed, teething will begin somewhere between 13 and 16 weeks, and the small, sharp milk teeth will begin to be pushed out by the larger adult teeth. With this developmental stage comes a new set of challenges. […]
AKC Limited Registration
Many people seem to be confused as to the purpose and difference between Limited and Full registration papers. It really is quite simple: Limited registration is for people and dogs that are going to be pets, hunting companions, even hunt test or other AKC or UKC sanctioned event contestants. They will NOT however, be used […]
Reverse Sneezing, Pink Noses, Spotty Ski...
REVERSE SNEEZING Vickie Halstead RN, CVNS, CCRN, CEN, LNC Reverse sneezing is also called paroxysmal respiration or pharyngeal spasm, is actually not a true sneeze, but is the opposite of a sneeze. Episodes may be alarming, as the owner believes the dog is short of breath, but it is not harmful and causes no permanent […]
Bichon Frise Nutrition
Feeding is one of the most important areas in your puppy’s development; it begins very early when the puppy is weaned and continues throughout its life. The food that a dog is given plays an important role in it’s muscle and bone development. Your puppy is currently eating Nutrisource Small & Medium Breed Puppy.. I […]
Poem – “Just A Dog”
Poem – “Just A Dog” From time to time, people tell me, “lighten up, it’s just a dog,” or, “that’s a lot of money for just a dog.” They don’t understand the distance traveled, the time spent, or the costs involved for “just a dog.” Some of my proudest moments have come about with “just […]
Housetraining-Funny
I found this important training tip elsewhere on the web – “A rolled up newspaper can be an effective training tool when used properly. For instance, use the rolled up newspaper if your dog chews something or has a housebreaking accident. Take the rolled up newspaper and hit yourself over the head as you repeat […]
Reinforcing Good Behavior
A puppy’s temperament is somewhat predetermined by the genes he inherits from his parents and grandparents. A well-bred Bichon should be happy and content if he is properly cared for, with a playful attitude and a trustful nature. Even the best-tempered puppy can be ruined if care is not taken to handle him properly. We […]
Bichon Frise Puppy Proof Your House
You should consider that a puppy has an absolute right to chew whatever they can get at in your absence. You must put the puppy where either it cannot do any damage, or you do not care about the possible damage. Puppies can eat kitchen cabinets, destroy furniture, chew on carpet, and damage a wide […]