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I am 48 years old (yes that's old compared to some of you).


I have worked in nursing and/or healthcare management positions for 24 years. Primarily OB, Neonatal, Mental Health, Occupational Health and Geriatrics. In Jan 2008 I started my own business to board horses and do equine/human education. I am also a certified dog trainer.


I've been around the block so to speak and seem to be always helping others. I've been told that the reason people seek me out for advice is that I am approachable and caring. But on the same token even though I consider the person's feelings. I tell it like I see it. I've dealt with people in trouble with the law, dysfunctional families such as those with abuse & marriage problems. Not to mention problems with employees and employers.


I don't ever claim to know it all, and always keep an open mind.

advice

i have a dog that gets out of the house alot how do i keep it in?

You didn't mention when and how the dog gets out of the house. I will guess it's when you open the door to go out.
First of all when you have the dog on the leash, never let him/her go first. Humans always go out the door first!
Teach your dog to sit and stay. When you are ready to leave, put the dog in the sit position. Practice by having him/her sit a ways back from the door while you go out. Consistancy and repetition are the keys to solving this issue.

In addition dogs were born to run or walk, if the dog isn't getting enough exercise he/she will be more tempted to run out the door. The walls of your house are like a prison..and all he/she wants to do is get free!

http://www.paw-rescue.org/PAW/PETTIPS/DogTip_EscapeArtist.php

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(Rating: 5) ok thanks i will definitely work on it
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