Breed-Specific Tips for Dog Owners

 

Every dog breed is different, and Sitters for Critters is experienced with all kinds!  Here are some breed-specific training tips for taking care of your unique pup.

 

Dachshunds have sensitive skin around their necks.  Make sure your little hot dog’s collar is a soft material and not too tight so it’s not irritating.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Golden Retrievers are smart attractive dogs, but make sure you train them not to jump.  This breed is particularly prone to hip problems, so learning to sit calmly is very important.

 

 

If your Boxer doesn’t quite act its age, don’t worry too much.  Boxers take a little longer to mature than other dogs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Be sure to clean your Chihuahua’s eyes.  Because they are so close to the ground, this small breed can develop eye problems due to dirt and other debris going in their eyes.  Use a soft damp cloth to clean around your pup’s eyes daily.

 

Poodles have oodles of curly hair.  Due to the dense texture of their coats, when Poodles shed, loose hairs can get stuck and cause matting.  Brush your poodle daily, gently brushing against the direction of hair growth.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Boston Terriers are very intelligent and relatively easy to train, but be mindful of your tone and volume when training.  You shouldn’t yell at any pup, but this breed is especially sensitive to vocal cues.

 

 

 

German Shepherds are extremely loyal and naturally protective dogs.  This breed sometimes gets a bad reputation for aggression, but that’s only due to owners training them that way. Don’t train your dog as a guard dog.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bulldogs are very temperature and humidity sensitive.  When you go outside with your dog, watch carefully for signs of overheating.  If you plan on enjoying the hot summer weather for an extended period of time, set up a kiddie pool in a shady area for your bulldog to lounge in.

 

Breed-Specific Tips for Dog Owners

Jack Russell Terriers, like many terriers, love to dig.  If you want to maintain your yard, but still let your pup have fun outside, train your Jack Russell to dig in a specific spot.  This is a lot easier than training him/her to quit cold turkey.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Don’t let your Pug get too pudgy!  A pug at a healthy weight will be narrow at the neck, broad at the shoulders, narrowing down from the shoulders with a slight broadening by the rump.   If your pup is looking more like a loaf of bread, cut down on treats, switch from canned food to dry kibble, and make sure your dog is getting enough exercise.

Written by Ariel Guterman