Who left their shoe out???
When we get a puppy we ask trainers how we can get her to stop taking things, stop putting things into her mouth, go places we don’t want her to go, and pitch a fit when she makes a mess.
Am I putting puppies and babies at the same level? Of course not. One will someday finish college, have a career, and start her own family. The other, according to recent research, may someday grow to be as bright as a toddler.
Food for thought.
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Grow up to be as bright as a toddler?! I've seem dogs smarter than some full grown adults! And let's not forget the other dog benefits: they never ask for the keys to the car, don't have to put them through college, no wedding to pay for … and they always think you're the best!
Seriously, I think I was told that dogs don't misbehave – they just don't understand. So puppy proofing sets a dog up for success … makes excellent sense to me.
Puppy proofing is really important – for the puppy's safety! When we got Ty, we did our best to puppy-proof the house, but he was still into everything. They can't help it – they are in a brand new environment with a lot of stuff they've never smelled or seen before. They need to explore! I spent the first two weeks following Ty around, reminding him that chewing on electrical cords was a bad idea, as was tasting the plants, pulling down the towels, and using our shoes for teething. It was a great two weeks – they grow up so quick.
The problem is, the dogs don't pick your nursing home….
The problem is, the dogs don't pick your nursing home….
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