Most new owners will probably want to keep the pet dog indoors, but there is nothing against housing a dog outside provided that the kennel accommodation is draughtproof, has a source of warmth, and can be easily and properly cleaned. An outdoor kennel should preferably have a fun, fenced in securely from the rest of [...]
If the dog is to be excluded from the holiday it must be accommodated for the duration with a sympathetic friend or a boarding kennel. By law, boarding kennels in Britain must be licensed by the Local Authority. They are regularly inspected to see that they comply with the requirements of the Boarding Establishments Act, [...]
Toilet training on command Toilet training should not end with housetraining. About seven million dogs live in this country, many of them live in towns and built-up areas. As pressure on available space becomes greater, the public is becoming increasingly conscious of the problems of dog fouling, especially on pavements and areas where children play. [...]
Occasional lapses It is not uncommon for housetraining to break down when the puppy is put under stress of any kind. This includes being punished unpredictably, if he is unwell or if there is a sudden change in family stability, such as Christmas, quarrels or any sudden change of attitude towards the puppy for whatever [...]