I would like to get my golden retriever puppy into agility courses and maybe dock jumping like his parents. Does anyone know of any good clubs in the Quad City area for this?

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I’ve looked up cool places around the country that have tons of dog-friendly activities and places to stay. What are some tips for traveling with your dog? What should be expected? What are some of your experiences?

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My dogs like to run along when I ride my bike. I also have a puppy who loves to go to the park (not the dog park). She loves to slide down the toddler slides and will do it over and over and over (obviously you have to be careful of children and your pup leaping off the top of the slide so only use the littlest kids slide). They also love digging in the sand, so I usually bring a handful of treats and bury them for the dogs to find. So when we put these exercises together I come home with a very tired group of dogs.
I’ve can also get my dogs to go on scavenger hunts with me. I put them in their kennels and “trail” a treat (drag it along the floor) to a hiding spot somewhere in the house. I let them out and watch the race to the treat. Once they get good at the indoor search, we go outside and play the game in the yard, so they can really get some running around exercise. When they are able to find the treat I replace it with a few pieces of kibble. I still have to drag the treat to leave a scent trail, but placing the kibble in the hiding spot instead of a treat still gives them a reward, without me worrying about over-treating them. After some practice my pups can find a piece of kibble hidden in our back yard within minutes.
You just have to figure out what’s the most fun for you. You’re dog is going to enjoy spending time with you. You’re going to become dedicated and continue if it’s something that you really enjoy.

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my dog loves to play keep away. he’ll put a toy into his mouth and rub it in my face and want me to tug on it but he won’t let go!
he loves it! I have a 1 year old beagle! he’s also a fatty!!

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my golden retriever chews and sometimes swallows rock, literally rocks. why would he do this and how can i get him to stop. he has chipped and broken teeth already and is only 5 yrs old.

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Tie between show, eat and sleep. Nothing like a warm fuzzy doggie to stick your feet under on a cold night.

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I am taking my dogs to San Francisco for a weekend. They are medium-sized dogs (55 pounds or so). What can I do with them other than take them to a dog park or the beach? Do any restaurants allow dogs to sit outside with their owners while the people eat? Thanks!

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I have a 6 month old boxer/mastiff mix who stays indoors with me most of the time right now. I walk him for 3 miles a day (usually one walk but sometimes two trips of 1.5 miles each), and at night he usually needs to go out and play for 20mins-1hour (we usually play fetch or a football type game).
How much activity does he need at this age and how much will he need as he grows? I bought an invisible fence and am going to install it this weekend and work on training him to stay in the backyard…I’m unsure about how large of a space I want to give him (theres about a half acre of space available but I want him to have a portion of it to himself where he can run around and play in the grass without messing up the garden or anything). What is the smallest amount of space he would need? I’m just gonna let him out in the yard during the day so he doesn’t get bored…his activity schedule probably won’t change (playing/walking daily) and he will be inside after dark.

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no. dogs can only engage in sexual activity on their second heat, and that’s when they’re about a year old. that’s in the law. if the dog gets pregnant and gives birth to puppies you won’t be given legal papers for it and stuff.
so don’t ***** that dalma just yet.

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i got him a kong toy, any ideas for what to put inside instead of peanut butter. and any other toys for when is home alone. i hate leaving him when i go to work, his eyes plead, dont go mum!

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I have a 9 year old beagle named Mojo, who i love very much. I wanted to find an activity that we could do together, so we could bond. Mojo hates water, and has a back leg problem, so she can’t go in a pool, or jump off of anything. Please help

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Swimming!!! My Newfoundland and my Saint Bernard are happiest playing the in pool. My two will run and jump into the pool over and over again!!! My Newfie will even jump onto the pool float and fall asleep My Saint rather take a leisurely swim. They are so much fun and a riot to watch!!

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We are headed to Goose Creek, SC for 5 days in November for a Navy graduation ceremony. We are torn between taking our two dogs, one medium sized the other small, with us or kenneling them. I really don’t want to kennel them unless we have to.
We will also be spending some time around Columbia, SC. What are some dog friendly activities everyone will enjoy? What about hotels?

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The dog runs around the fenced yard so much that she has worn out the grass, leaving only dirt. Also, while we keep the area cleaned up, it still stinks from doggie doo-doo and potty. We’ve ruled out shredded bark, pebbles, sand. Tried replanting grass – it comes up – then gets trampled to death. This area becomes a mud hole when it rains. Help!

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There is nothing Judge loves more than to be on the hunt… butt on the ground, ears high up and tense, eyes focused on the hill on the backyard through the glass in our back door. Then when he sees a rabbit, he gets up and bays hoping some of us will be dumb enough to let him go (which sadly happens all too often). If he gets out then he ALWAYS has to run into a particular neighbor’s yard while I get my shoes and his leash, if he stays in well… our door is starting to look less and less like a door.
So how about your dog?

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I’m have a b-day party for my dog. He’ll be 1. There are kids coming age range 3-8. Any party ideas for them? It’s cold outside, so it has to be in the house…..I was going to have them “fetch their bones” with the goodie bag stuff inside a plastic bone with each kid’s name on it. Any other thoughts out there?

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Some respondent mention that it could be the reason. Could somebody be more specific and informative about it? Did somebody be possible?

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I am just curious what days and times are most convenient to hold my classes/activities – please advise. Would you choose Mon, Tues, Weds, Thurs, or Sun evening? Would you choose start times of 6:30, 7:00, or 7:30pm? (classes run 45 minutes to an hour) Thanks your feedback is greatly appreciated!

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Apparently these boards are totally unmoderated.
If not, why the heck do they continue to allow people to post questions about taking their dogs into dog fights?
Do they allow people to post questions about other illegal activities?

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I had ran with my dog Jack alot for a few months untiL i had got injured, and stopped. After I stopped running with him, he seemed alot more mopey and less energy. Well, i started running with him again these past few weeks and his mopeyness has dissapeared! His mood is much more happier than he was. Could that have any affect on his mood at all?

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We’re in the market for a puppy and need some advice.
We want a dog that meets most, if not all, of these traits:
* Good with kids
* Good with a cat (5 years old)
* Low activity level (indoor only for right now… will exercise at least once a day outside)
* Low-Med shedding
* Little to no barking
* Easy to train
* Loyal
* Responds when they’re name is called
We really want to get a lab but it’s a bit too big for our current condo we live in. It seems like it would be the best dog for us but the size is an issue.
We’ve also checked into Beagles but the downside to them (from what we’ve read) is that they dig, chew on things around the house, howl loudly (especially if left alone… not ideal for a condo), and they probably won’t come if they’re called while their nose is sniffing something (really because I problem because I’ve heard they can never be outside if they’re not on a leash).
Do you guys/gals have any recommendations on a breed we can check into?

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My two like to beat the living daylights out of each other when they’re not running around the house at mock speeds!

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I’ll give you a picture of a dog activity, and you tell me what activity/dog breed/s are there. For every dog/activity you get right, I’ll give you one point. Person with the most points at the end wins. Total of 23 points up for grabs. No dog breeds/activities are repeated.
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Please star it if you liked it. Thanks, and good luck! = )

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I have a mix a pointer and something else she looks like a golden retriever though. She is SO cute. She would not hurt anyone for her life.

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With multiple dogs in our household, play time gets rather rowdy….
We try to contain the play time for their yard time, but they seem to prefer the living room for wrestling and the yard for fetch, chase and ‘hide and seek’.
Out of all the play they do, both together and alone with ‘us’, tug seems to be the overall favorites! What about your dog?

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