Chippewa Farms
French Brittany's
Keeping your dog's teeth clean can help keep your dog healthy .Use a soft toothbrush. Start by offering your dog a taste of the dog toothpaste. The next time, let him taste the toothpaste, then run your finger along the gums of the upper teeth. Repeat the process with the tooth brush. Get the bristles of the brush along the gum line of the upper back teeth and angle slightly up, so the bristles get under the gum line .Work from back to front,
making small circles along the gum lines. It should take you less than 30 seconds to brush your pet's teeth. Do not try to brush the entire mouth at first. If all that your pet lets you brush is the outside of the upper teeth, you are still addressing the most important area of periodontal disease - prevention
Healthy Dog Teeth
In temperament, the Brittany is friendly and eager to please. These friendly little dogs hunt more like a Setter due to their pointing ability, and are higher on their legs than other Spaniels. They also hunt closer than the American Brittany and the English pointers. The Brittany does not require a heavy hand in training. In fact, they may quit if the discipline is too stern. Much more is accomplished with a gentle hand. They seek human attention, which makes them easier to train than some other hunting breeds. They make close working hunting dogs, fine companions, and family pets.
Characteristics Of the French Brittany
CHARACTERISTICS OF MALE
Affectionate- Male dogs are typically more affectionate than bitches. They tend to crave attention from their owners more than bitches and as a result, display more affectionate behaviors.
Exuberant- A male dog is also more likely to be fun-loving and outgoing throughout his lifetime than a bitch. While a bitch tends to become more reserved as she ages, a male dog maintains a more puppy-like exuberance throughout his lifetime.
Food-Motivated- Males are often very motivated by food. This food motivation can make training extremely easy as treats can be used to lure and reward a dog to display desired behaviors.
Attentive While bitches tend to be more independent, males tend to be more focused on their human companions. They want to always be close to the human and are very eager to please.
Aggressive Behaviors - It is also important to note that intact males may display aggressive behaviors toward other males or exhibit marking behaviors. Additionally, intact males should be kept away from females in heat unless a breeding is planned.
CHARACTERISTICS OF FEMALE
In some ways, choosing between male and female dogs is a matter of personal preference. However, there are some characteristics which are common in bitches and other characteristics which are common in male dogs.
Independent - Bitches tend to want to be in control of the entire situation. They may come to their owner when they are seeking affection but will often move away when they have had enough.
Stubborn - In many packs, a bitch is typically the Alpha. Female dogs crave more control of situations and are quick to respond to perceived challenges with fierceness.
Territorial - Female dogs mark in the same way male dogs do. A spayed female may continue to mark for her entire lifetime regardless of when she is spayed while most males will cease marking behaviors shortly after they are neutered and the testosterone levels subside.
Reserved - Bitches are generally less affectionate and friendly than male dogs. This characteristic is noticeable in puppies and becomes more pronounced with age.
Changes in Mood or Behavior - It is also important to note that if you do not spay your bitch, she will come into heat at approximately one year of age and approximately every six months thereafter. During this time, there will be some bleeding as well as a change in mood or behavior.
Adding a New puppy to your home:
Introducing your pup to its new home
At the beginning, make sure to feed the new member of the household in a separate location.
At least separate food bowls as much as possible for the first few days. Aside from love, food is everything to your pets.
So don't encourage ill will between future buddies with a too-close-for-comfort feeding time routine.
Dog Grooming, Brush or comb your dog regularly. Check your dog's skin every so often for any kind of irritation, redness or unusual growths. Don't forget to check for external parasites like fleas and ticks.
There are 3 things that can have a major impact on your dog's health: his age, his weight,his teeth and his mobility.
What can you do to help keep your dog healthy?
1. Encourage play . Many aging dogs may prefer a nice nap to an active game of fetch or Frisbee, but it's important to play with them regularly. Play helps keep dogs in shape.
2. Monitor the chow. When it comes to eating, no dog is going to turn down a juicy, tasty meal. Overeating is the #1 cause of canine obesity, so it's up to us as good pet parents to monitor our dogs' diets and keep them at an ideal weight. That extra weight a dog carries is really hard on the dog's joints.
3. Feed a good quality dog food. Make sure your dog gets all the nutrients he needs. Some foods such as Pedigree have developed a Specialized Nutrition line that meets a dog's three critical needs: Healthy Longevity, Healthy Weight & Healthy Mobility. The Specialized Nutrition line has proven formulas rich in antioxidants, proteins, fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, which have been shown to improve health.
There are many things that can impact your dog's health, but if you monitor him and keep his diet healthy, it will give you greater peace of mind.
Try to keep your aging dog at an ideal weight. And if you have slippery flooring, place rugs down to give him secure footing.
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