Have a new dog in the house is a pleasure and a responsibility. No matter what age the dog is, when they first come to your home, there is a certain degree of training that is necessary to get them acclimated to their new surroundings. A younger dog or puppy will undoubtedly need dog training with emphasis on training with dog steps.
Small dogs are especially in need of small dog steps, as they can sustain a serious injury from falling or jumping off of tall furniture. Breeds such as Chihuahuas and Pomeranians have fragile bones and can easily break their legs jumping from a bed or sofa. Picking them up to place them on furniture can not only be a nuisance, but it can cause them spinal problems in the future.
Large and small dog steps are readily available at many retailers and are a worthwhile investment in your dog’s safety. There are many studies that show that small dogs are at the highest risk of breaking a limb if they fall off of a couch or bed and land improperly.
Training to use dog stairs for beds and other furniture is much easier than most training. After your dog has used the steps a few times, with your encouragement, he will soon naturally turn to the stairs as a way to get where he wants to be—near his owner(s).
Keep the pet stairs free from objects that may cause the dog to trip such as toys and treats. Don’t rush your puppy or dog to climb down right away if they hesitate. Let them get comfortable with using the steps and before you know it, their training will be complete.
When you shop for your pet steps, the main thing to look for is a weight restriction/recommendation, as well as the height of the steps. You won’t want to get a set of stairs with tall steps if you have a short-legged dog.
Posted under Dog Articles, Dog Tips
This post was written by admin on August 12, 2009
