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Thanks for your comments. I have my dog on a schedule. She spends most of the day with me....but I kennel her for certain periods of time throughout the day and then all night. Her schedule includes training and play and free time. I take her out to pee every hour. She is quiet at night. I...

Thanks for your advice. I appreciate your comments. I got our puppy from a breeder in my home state. The dog is ckc certified and I asked a lot of questions to make sure that I was choosing a dog with confidence. I was told that dogs without confidence are more likely to guard and growl and...

Thanks for the overview! I am looking forward to all of it. What a challenge! jumping bean

Congrats!! What an accomplishment!! Those wonderful steps to trust and freedom!! Good for you! Jumping Bean

I hope another vet can help. That sounds awful. I hope she gets better soon. Does she have all her shots? Jumping Bean

Hey, Erin. Thanks for the input. I thought a lot about getting an older dog and we looked around some. I guess.....I did get myself in! Ha Ha! Oh well. I actually don't mind the energy as long as it is obedient energy. I think it is the craziness that make me crazy too. But, I am trying...

Hi everyone! I am jumping bean. I have a the cutest of all cockers, Chelsea. She is three months old and has the cutest brown ears and freckles. My kids love her! I wish I knew more about dog behavior -- which is why I am joining this forum. I am sure you all have so much wisdom to share...

Has anyone found that kennel training or confinement makes puppies overly energetic and more prone to misbehave? I like the idea of confining......for potty training reasons. I also have a busy life and can't have my puppy with me every minute....although I do try to keep her with me for...

Hi. I am new here and I have a few questions. I am relatively new to the dog world. My kids wanted a puppy and we fell in love with our new little 3 month old cocker. She comes from parents who are very relaxed and laid back. We wanted a calmer dog to match our energy levels. For the first...