How do you feel about the martingale collars? Do you feel that there are other methods that are more effective, used properly?

Martingale collars help if dogs like to slip out of their collars. They’re just tightening flat collars, so again, you’re applying discomfort to the neck to discourage pulling. My dog wears a martingale, but he doesn’t pull. I like them…

postmaster Smiling Dogs
How do you feel about the martingale collars? Do you feel that there are other methods that are more effective, used properly?Read more

To the incontinence ask – my dog has been incontinent ever since she was spayed. Something I did to help manage it was to buy some cheap dog beds with removable covers. I would put the trash bag over the bed, and then the cover over the trashbag, so it looks like a normal bed but it has a waterproof layer. That way when she pees herself I just have to wash the cover! It’s saved my carpet so many times, but my dog only pees when she’s resting. If your dog’s walking around dribbling pee then idk..

Good idea!

postmaster Smiling Dogs
To the incontinence ask – my dog has been incontinent ever since she was spayed. Something I did to help manage it was to buy some cheap dog beds with removable covers. I would put the trash bag over the bed, and then the cover over the trashbag, so it looks like a normal bed but it has a waterproof layer. That way when she pees herself I just have to wash the cover! It’s saved my carpet so many times, but my dog only pees when she’s resting. If your dog’s walking around dribbling pee then idk..Read more

I mean, people just need to realize that no dog is an easy dog. Some are *easier* but they’re energetic, living creatures who aren’t going to automatically know how to behave the way that their owners may want. Every dog breed requires work and effort and time, so no one should get a dog with the mindset that it will be easy and train itself

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

postmaster Smiling Dogs
I mean, people just need to realize that no dog is an easy dog. Some are *easier* but they’re energetic, living creatures who aren’t going to automatically know how to behave the way that their owners may want. Every dog breed requires work and effort and time, so no one should get a dog with the mindset that it will be easy and train itselfRead more

I’m interested in adopting a mixed breed dog later on in life. What should I look out for and what would be the best kind for a laid back and easy going lifestyle?

When it comes to mixed breeds, you have to rely on the shelter to really know their animals. Knowing what breeds they are mixed with definitely helps. While every dog is an individual, breeds are still predisposed to certain behavior…

postmaster Smiling Dogs
I’m interested in adopting a mixed breed dog later on in life. What should I look out for and what would be the best kind for a laid back and easy going lifestyle?Read more
How’s Charlie?
How’s Charlie?

How’s Charlie?

Aww, thanks! He’s great! See, I’m only thinking of him. He would LOVE to have a friend! I mean, me? Benefit from having a puppy around? Pshh.. no… Charlie would be the one having all the fun! Right…?

postmaster Smiling Dogs
How’s Charlie?Read more

Hey, thanks for running this blog. I’ve wanted a dog since I was like 3 or 4 but was never allowed to have one, and even though I’m moving out soon it seems I won’t be able to get a dog for a few more years. Seeing pictures of happy dogs makes me a bit sad that I can’t have one of my own yet, but also really happy.

You’re welcome, it is my pleasure! It sucks not being able to have a dog of your own, but the best thing you can do for a dog is wait until you are physically and financially stable to support one.…

postmaster Smiling Dogs
Hey, thanks for running this blog. I’ve wanted a dog since I was like 3 or 4 but was never allowed to have one, and even though I’m moving out soon it seems I won’t be able to get a dog for a few more years. Seeing pictures of happy dogs makes me a bit sad that I can’t have one of my own yet, but also really happy.Read more

How about Tibetan Spaniels?

Yawn! http://handsomedogs.com/search/Tibetan+spaniel Anonymous said: hahaHA I see you’re taking challenges… and since you’ve answered my sister’s challenge about Pharaoh Hounds, how about Peruvian Inca-Orchids? Under their more common name, the Peruvian hairless dog ~ http://handsomedogs.com/search/Peruvian+hairless Anonymous said: hokkaido ken? Apparently!…

postmaster Smiling Dogs
How about Tibetan Spaniels?Read more

just a quick behavior question if you have a sec– my dog (a Brittany) LOVES holding hands. when she’s all excited when we get home from somewhere, if we just hold her paws she calms right down. it’s her second favorite thing after getting her butt scratched. I’ve heard of this behavior with other dogs & was just wondering why they’re like this? thanks!

Dogs enjoy routine, and if every time you come home you hold her paws, she will continue to offer them to you! It isn’t so much that she can’t calm down without you holding her paws, moreso that’s just what…

postmaster Smiling Dogs
just a quick behavior question if you have a sec– my dog (a Brittany) LOVES holding hands. when she’s all excited when we get home from somewhere, if we just hold her paws she calms right down. it’s her second favorite thing after getting her butt scratched. I’ve heard of this behavior with other dogs & was just wondering why they’re like this? thanks!Read more

Edit from anon earlier: I should have been more clear that they’re fine in their crates! They go right in with a Kong or a nylabone and are totally okay. I initially got them crates because if I left them out they would destroy anything in sight and my home really took a beating. I hate to crate them and want them to be able to have free range of their home (and doggy door) without sacrificing my furniture/belongings. I believe they have separation anxiety but I don’t know how to fix it.

Ahh, ok. Well there isn’t anything wrong with crating – especially when it comes to your dog’s safety. It’s better to have them safe and confined, than free ranging and ingest something harmful or foreign. I can’t really give proper…

postmaster Smiling Dogs
Edit from anon earlier: I should have been more clear that they’re fine in their crates! They go right in with a Kong or a nylabone and are totally okay. I initially got them crates because if I left them out they would destroy anything in sight and my home really took a beating. I hate to crate them and want them to be able to have free range of their home (and doggy door) without sacrificing my furniture/belongings. I believe they have separation anxiety but I don’t know how to fix it.Read more

Speaking as a professional groomer– deshedding tools are ESSENTIAL if you have a double coated dog. Rakes, regular combs, slicker brushes are all ways to go– but you need to do it regularly! Get your dog used to brushing AS SOON AS YOU GET THEM! If you do it regularly, you won’t have to sit and do it in large amounts, causing irritation and potential brush burn. In addition, for dogs with DENSE undercoats, like goldens, samys, bernese mtn dogs, etc, a good blowout also does wonders!

@idonia-dovahkiin

postmaster Smiling Dogs
Speaking as a professional groomer– deshedding tools are ESSENTIAL if you have a double coated dog. Rakes, regular combs, slicker brushes are all ways to go– but you need to do it regularly! Get your dog used to brushing AS SOON AS YOU GET THEM! If you do it regularly, you won’t have to sit and do it in large amounts, causing irritation and potential brush burn. In addition, for dogs with DENSE undercoats, like goldens, samys, bernese mtn dogs, etc, a good blowout also does wonders!Read more