Canine Developmental Periods

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1	Canine Developmental Periods	The events that occur during each of these periods can greatly affect the rest of their...
2	Developmental Periods	First Fear Imprint Period: 6 - 10 WeeksOptimum Bonding Period: Begins at 7 WeeksGeneral Socialization...
3	First Fear Imprint Period	6-10 Weeks
4	Training used duringFirst Fear Imprint Period	Compulsion Training
5	Compulsion Training	Compulsion training as a training style that involves the use of force as a means to teach...
6	Obedience training should not begin until a dog is at least six months old.	Using positive-based training methods, obedience training can begin at ages much younger than...
7	“Counter Conditioning”	To pair any and all experiences between the puppy and the things she fears with all the things...
8	Optimum Bonding Period	Begins at 7 Weeks
9	Optimum Bonding Period	The time during which a puppy is most impressionable and open to bonding with other dogs and/or...
10	General Socialization Period	7 - 16 Weeks
11	General Socialization Period	Typically, dogs who exhibit nervous or fearful behavior are thought to have been abused. Dogs...
12	If dogs are capable of learning prior to reaching six months of age, and if in fact they should...	Most puppies will not have received the necessary vaccinations to be safely brought out in...
13	Proper Socialization	The act of teaching a dog not to react by desensitizing her to those things she will encounter...
14	Proper socialization is:	Exposure of a puppy to many situations and environments.All exposure needs to be introduced...
15	Desensitization	Under-socialized dogs often over-react to many common things, such as other dogs, strange noises,...
16	Desensitization is done by	Exposing the dog to the environment in small increments and by helping the dog make positive...
17	To overwhelm or over-expose	It is important not to overwhelm the dog by over-exposing her to new things. This may cause...
18	Aggression	Proper socialization is probably the single most important thing an owner can do to guard against...
19	Proper Socialization Exercises	Examples: bringing a puppy to a group class and only exposing her to friendly dogs at...
20	Sign dog is comfortable	A good sign that a dog is comfortable with a situation is when she will take food treats. The...
21	Improper Socialization	Dogs will tend to be shy and over-reactive. Under-socialized dogs fear these normal human...
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23	Improper Socialization Exercises	Poor socialization can lead to sensitization or even aggression. To force the situation on...
24	Special Socialization Programs	Many dogs, because of their breed, genetics or upbringing, need a special socialization program....
25	Rescued Dogs	Proper socialization is even more important for people who adopt from shelters or find...
26	Optimum Socialization Period	Before a dog is five months old. After five months of age, socialization occurs at a slower...
27	Reading a Puppy’s Body Language	A puppy should always appear relaxed and happy during socialization. An owner must not force...
28	Handling Nervous or Fearful Reactions	Soothing a puppy when nervous, tense and frightened will only imprint the fearful reaction. Instead,...
29	Safe Socialization for Puppies	Inform owners how they can safely socialize their puppies while protecting them from Parvo....
30	General Canine Vaccinations	1. DHLPP Distemper Hepatitis ...
31	Distemper	a highly contagious viral disease. Symptoms may include seizures, lack of coordination, uncontrollable...
32	Hepatitis	a highly contagious virus, which is usually spread to a susceptible dog by contact with an...
33	Leptospirosis	a bacterial disease spread through contact with contaminated urine. Symptoms include abdominal...
34	Parainfluenza	Often referred to as "kennel cough." It is highly contagious. Several viruses can cause this...
35	Parvo	Canine Parvovirus (Parvo) is a viral disease that attacks a dog's rapidly producing cells....
36	Enteric Parvo	The most common type of Parvo is Enteric. Symptoms include depression, appetite loss, severe...
37	Myocardial Parvo	Myocardial Parvo affects young puppies. It can cause sudden death, and a puppy who recovers...
38	Bordatella	a form of Parainfluenza and is not life-threatening; however, it is dangerous in young puppies...
39	Corona	a viral infection that can affect dogs of all ages. This contagious disease is spread through...
40	Common Canine Health Problems	Cystitis
41	Cystitis	an infection in the bladder, common in both male and female dogs. Infected individuals...
42	Other Urinary Problems	Cystitis is not the only type of canine urinary problem. Common symptoms of urinary problems...
43	Tumors	Tumors usually occur in older dogs over five years of age, and are commonly benign. Dog owners...
44	Common Canine Parasites	There are a variety of parasites that attack dogs and can often become serious life-threatening...
45	External Parasites	External parasites include fleas, ticks, mites, and scabies.
46	Fleas	the most common external parasite and can be more than just a nuisance. Infested dogs can suffer...
47	Ticks	a form of external parasite and can cause paralysis, anemia, and serious diseases such as Lyme...
48	Mites	There are many different types of mites – tiny insects that are considered to be external...
49	Scabies	a condition caused by a microscopic mite burrowing beneath the skin and is considered to be...
50	Internal Parasites	Internal parasites include heartworms, hookworms, roundworms, and tapeworms.
51	Heartworm	is an internal parasite caused by the bite of an infected mosquito. These parasites enter the...
52	Hookworm, Roundworm, Tapeworm	Hookworms, roundworms, and tapeworms are internal parasites commonly found in puppies, although...
53	Canine Musculoskeletal System	The canine musculoskeletal system supports, protects, and moves the dog's body. The bones that...
54	Hip Dysplasia	is a congenital defect, meaning it can be passed on through genes from parents to their young....
55	Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA)	is an organization that evaluates x-rays of a dog's hips and elbows for signs of dysplasia....
56	Important Note: While it is important for a knowledgeable professional to become familiar and...	DO NOT GIVE VETERINARY ADVICE!However, if you are knowledgeable in identifying warning signs...
57	Canine Breeding	The age at which a dog reaches sexual maturity depends on the breed. Large breeds tend to mature...
58	Sexual Maturity	Sexually mature males may remain sexually active and fertile for up to eight to ten years of...
59	Heat	The seasonal period of the female when she is fertile; also known as estrus.
60	The heat cycle has 2 active periods	1. Proestrus2. Estrus
61	Proestrus	The period during which the female is attractive to the male. There is vaginal discharge and...
62	Estrus	also lasts approximately nine days. During this time, the female will accept the male and ovulation...
63	Can a client bring his female dog to a group obedience class while she is in heat?	A client may bring his dog to class when she is in heat, but only while working with the standard...
64	Canine Communication	During the developmental periods, puppies learn to communicate and understand communication...
65	Communication Barriers Between Dog & Man	Dogs assume that we also understand their system of communication. Problems occur when we misunderstand...
66	Relaxed Body Posture Characteristics	Tail downEars up, but not forwardHead highCorners of mouth relaxed
67	Relaxed Body Posture	During the relaxed body posture, the dog is relaxed and comfortable with her surroundings,...
68	Alert Body Posture Characteristics	Tail straight outEars forwardMouth closedStands tall on toes
69	Alert Body Posture	Alert body posture occurs when the dog is aware of something, but has not decided what to do...
70	Offensive Threat Posture Characteristics	Tail up and stiffHackles upEars forwardNose wrinkledCorners of mouth forwardStands tall and...
71	Offensive Threat Posture	The dog is aggressive and ready for attack. She will more than likely attack at the slightest...
72	Dominantly Aggressive Dogs	Aggressive behaviors by staring at other dogs. By using food treats to develop a habit of looking...
73	Defensive Threat Posture Characteristics	Tail tuckedHackles upEars backPupils dilatedNose wrinkledCorners of mouth backBody lowered
74	Defensive Threat Posture	During the defensive threat posture, the dog is being self-protective. This is seen in a dog...
75	If the dog is being self-protective	Avoid physical corrections, avoid collars that constrict or cause pain, use food rewards to...
76	Passive Submission Characteristics	Tail tuckedEyes looking awayRolls onto back
77	Active Submission Characteristics	Tail downEars backForehead smoothLicks at mouth of superior dog/humanCorners of mouth backGroveling...
78	Passive Submission or Active Submission	Has chosen to submit to the dominant dog or human. Submissive body posture may be seen during...
79	Play Bow Characteristics	Tail up and waggingEars upMouth is open with tongue visibleFront end lowered
80	Play Bow	A dog demonstrating a play bow is indicating that she would like to play. This posture often...
81	Stress Characteristics	Tail downEars backPupils dilatedRapid panting with corners of mouth backBody loweredSweating...
82	Stress	It is important to recognize signs of stress in a dog because learning stops during this time. If...
83	Pain Response	Sometimes pain stresses a dog. If an owner corrects a dog and the correction causes pain, it...