Things to Do Before Bringing Home a New Pointer Puppy

It’s hard to think of anything more exciting for a dog lover or a family with kids than the day you’re bringing home a new Pointer puppy. But, it’s important for you, your family and your home to all be prepared for your new family member. Thorough preparation will make his arrival easier and safer for everyone, including your new puppy.

Beau, the Unhappy Pointer

I bet you never thought you’d hear the words “unhappy” and “Pointer” used together. I didn’t either, and I’ve been around Pointers for a lot of years. My own Pointer, a certified therapy dog, is always happier than a lark. Of course, my family and I give him plenty of love, and he gets all that attention from the people he visits in nursing homes, hospitals and the other facilities.

Is Your Pointer Overweight?

Your Pointer is probably not overweight – in fact, there’s a great chance that your Pointer is just the right weight. If your dog is like a lot of Pointers, he’s a high-energy, active dog that pesters you for walks and other types of exercise. But, canine obesity is becoming very common, just like the “epidemic” of childhood obesity we’ve been hearing about. So, I thought I might write something quick about how you can tell whether your Pointer is overweight.

Teaching a Pointer Pup His Name

Naming a new puppy has always been a struggle. I have no imagination. But, I have managed to learn some tricks about teaching a new Pointer puppy his name. The goal is to teach him to give you his full attention as soon as you say his name. As you start training your Pointer to sit, stay and so forth, you’ll say his name followed by a verbal command. That’s why he needs to know and respond to his name.

What to Look for When You’re Boarding Your Pointer – The Basics

Some of my customers board their dogs whenever they leave town and they’re old hands, but others have never done it before and I need to explain how things work when they first come in. If you’ve never boarded your Pointer before, you might not even know what to look for in a boarding kennel. I can help you with that.