What shall I do if my baby cry on a plane?

vans772002

I am planning to travel with my baby alone for about 45 minutes then stop over then travel again for another 9hrs...

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Wow, good luck! I'm not sure how old your baby is, but I took my son on a 4 hour plane ride when he wa 6 weeks old, and we didn't have any problems!!! So its definitely possible!

First, while you are taking off, make sure baby is sucking on something, breast, bottle, pacifier...this will help to keep their ears from popping.

Also, someone had suggested to me to take a few new toys and stick some velcro to them and attach them to the edges of a blanket, that way it is new to baby, and easy to keep track of!

Most importantly, don't stress, as I'm sure you know, baby can sense how you're feeling! I would imagine the majority of people on your flight have had little kids, and they will sympathize with you if baby starts to fuss! So don't worry, and just enjoy the time with baby!

Try not to carry on too much, its hard to lug the baby and 800 things around an airport and on a crowded plane!

Good luck!

getting nervous- mini aussie puppy..? breed info please?

gracie

ok so my parents reserved a puppy for me for my birthday. we found the breeder online and they seem really reliable. we have spoken to them on the phone, been in contact through email, (they seem really niceâ¦) and are going to meet them next week. there dogs (show dogs) seem really healthy and happy and each one has certifications and stuff...

the thing is, they're mini aussie puppies. i had no idea they existed before last week. i was actually hoping for a border collie or another golden retriever (had one up until 2 years ago) so i did some research and found that miniature australian shepherds aren't a real breed, but i was okay with this. (a dog is a dog, right? and thatâs all I wanted) i also read that these dogs have awful temperaments and major health issues because of the way they're bred. i kinda figured out that the title âmini aussieâ is pretty much a marketing scam to run up prices, but i don't really care⦠and it is just so hard to believe that these dogs could be bad because she advertises herself as an experienced, educated (and seemingly reliable) breeder and shows many of her past puppies in their new homes. She also has a guarantee with hip and eye issues and will take the dog back through ANY circumstances. this, along with the pictures on her website and the way she speaks of her dogs makes her sound like she really loves them⦠i really donât understand how this breed could be bad at all!

so i'm starting to get nervous. i THOUGHT she seemed like a good breeder, but what do i know? what tells you if a breeder is good or bad, and do the cons of mini aussies really outweigh the pros?? i'm really scared...

should i even go through it? i mean my family is getting really excited about it and we've even named her... i don't want to hurt anyone by saying that i dont want the dog!

and if you have any kind of experince with these pups, please let me know. any help is really (really really REALLLLY) appreciated. (: thanks

here is the link: http://www.triplerminiaussies.com/index.html
so is it an ok breeder?
At Triple R we breed for sound healthy puppies with TRUE AUSSIE
TYPE with TEMPERAMENT as our first goal. All our dogs have all
health clearances before being bred either Preliminary or OFA on
hips. We also do eye certification ( CERF) and MDR-1 testing on all
of our dogs. Our puppies are raised in the house with our family
and are well socialized. Pups will be temperament tested at 7 1/2
weeks old. Pups are wormed and up to date on shots before
leaving for their forever home. Hips and eyes are guaranteed for
two years. We breed both show/pet pups. Mary has been a
registered dog trainer for more than 20 years and uses her
abilities to place the puppy that will fit best with your family.
i found the following info on the about us page.. once again it makes them sound reliable. i know that some people will say anything to sell their dogs, but i really trust this!?! i dont know... you tell me :/
Triple R is located in Western Massachusetts on 5.5 acres. It is
owned by John and Mary. We purchased our first Miniature
Australian Shepherd about five years ago. Her name is Reiner. We
have been hooked ever since. We absolutely love the breed.
Aussies are smart, loyal, quick learners and an important part of
our family. We are currently owned by 12 mini aussies, Many of
which are Multi, National, International and or Rarities Champions.
We are Members of MASCA, NAMASCUSA, NSDR, ASDR.
thanks so much for all of your answers (and helpful links!). i talked to my parents and i think we are going to have our vet check it out and make sure we get a couple visits in before we judge whether this is ok. nothing is final yet, but i'm gonna make sure this works (:

ALSO: i guess that i forgot to add that the breeder is very easy to communicate with. all of her pups were reserved well before birth, but the family my puppy was going to had to give her up due to financial issues and loss of a job. i reviewed the (VERY helpful) links from 'BulliesRock' and she met all the standards of a good breeder. i think that after our vet checks it out we will have made up our minds.

and i really don't see mini aussies as a seperate breed... aren't they just aussies?

and if, in fact, this breeder ISNT any good, do you think its possible that she doesn't know that shes doing something wrong? i just can't imagine her hurting her dogs without knowing. she REALLY loves them...!

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Mini Aussies are Aussies, only smaller. Think poodles - teacup, miniature, toy, standard. Same with many other breeds. A lot of the now 'recognized' breeds started with the crossing of two other breeds, or "Mutts" as the breed snobs so scathingly refer to them. It is my feeling that the miniature (adjective) Aussie is on the cusp of becoming just such a recognized breed. Some Breeders of standard (adjective) Aussies also breed the mini line.
No BYB would go through the trouble to have their animals as thoroughly checked as the Breeder that your parents have chosen seems to have, much less offer a health guarantee or with holding of registration papers (google MASCA or NSDR registry for more info). The pups and dogs on the Web site look happy and well cared for, you can't fake some of those shots and a pup is not born catching a frisbee! BYBs don't usually travel the country showing their dogs or breed dogs that are capable of winning championships regardless of breed!
Ask her for references, check the results of the health testing that has been performed, is she a registered business? Email MASCA or NSDR to check on her status with them.
I am the owner of a standard size Aussie who has several friends of the smaller size. They act and play together as if they are the same - because they are.
Many Aussie affectionados believe that the minis are somehow a blotch on the breed and not deserving of recognition on their own. I respectfully disagree. What if we humans felt that those shorter than 5'5" were inferior? The ones that Mazie and I know are wonderful dogs and excel in all the usual Aussie pursuits.
You WILL fall in love, the Aussie personality is unique, no matter what the size. Hope that you are ready for a bundle of energy and love - they are velcro dogs

ADDITIONAL: After reading the other responses, I too went back and re-read the contract. The 3 day health guarantee is to allow you time to take your pup to the vet and have it examined and tested for disease. It specifies clearly PUPPY This is standard.
The next clause specifies DOG and states that if your dog is found to have any inherited defects a letter from your vet should be sent to her.
This is also standard.
Your recourse is set out in the following clauses. Note that most web sites for breeders do not post their contract.

Check this website for standard Aussies for more info
http://www.asca.org/Finding+an+Aussie/Finding+a+Breeder

You will find your breeder in the following directory
http://www.australian-shepherd-lovers.com/breeder-directory-aussie-m.html

This site also gives good info on questions to ask and what the certificates look like
http://www.ascofaz.org/PupPackt/BuyAussiePup1.htm

What are the most common genetic diseases?
There are many diseases that affect Australian Shepherds. The most common of these are eye diseases include:

* Cataracts
* CEA (Collie Eye Anomaly)
* PRA (Progressive Retinal Atrophy)
* Detached Retinas
* Colobomas
* Small eye

Other diseases that commonly affect Aussies are:

* CHD (Canine Hip Dysplasia)
* vWD (von Willebrand's Disease)
* PH (Pelger-Huet)
* Epilepsy

Eye and hip problems are much more common than any of the others, so be sure that breeders have clearances on hips (OFA, PennHIP, GDC) and eyes (CERF, GDC) for all their breeding stock.

For more information on genetic diseases in Aussies, contact:

C.A. Sharp - helix@qnis.net
Editor, Double Helix Network News
730 East Weldon Avenue
Fresno, California 93704
(209) 264-2685

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I have a 6 mo toy rat terrier and he don't let know when he has to go out. ?

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dolly_carr

I have a toy rat terrier(6mo) and a 1 yr black lab. The lab is house broken but the terrier isn't. when I let him out side he does what he has to. But he still pees in the house please help me. this is 2 problems he wont let me know when he has to go out / how do i brake him???
I know how to house break dogs these are not my firsts. but this little one wont let me know when he has to go out so he goes inside... maybe i should let him out more often ?what do i do?

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From rat terrier club of america:

TIPS ON HOUSEBREAKING?
You don't need to have a breed specific book to train your Rat. Get yourself a book on dog training, or check one out at the library. Click on the link if your interested in the RAT TERRIER BOOK.

Housetraining doesn't have to be difficult. It does however require consistency, knowledge about dogs and the right tools.

First you'll need the right stuff. A crate or cage is invaluable necessity that can be purchased at any Wal-Mart or Pet Store. A crate should be big enough for the dog to stand, sit and turn around comfortably. It is not a "jail" for your pet and once trained, many dogs will readily use there crate as "their room" when they need a nap, safe haven or a break.

The smaller the space a puppy has to wander about, the more likely their natural instincts to keep their sleeping place clean will be. A 100 or 200 crate is generally large enough for most Rat Terriers. (I use the medium size and put one of my old bed pillows in it for a pad. This "smells like you" and encourages your pet to use it and relives anxiety when you�re gone too. Plus it's an excuse to buy new bed pillows :)))

Keep your puppy/dog confined [to a specific area] whenever you're not playing, holding or watching them explore his/her new surroundings. Watch their body language. If you see your pup begin to eliminate in the wrong place (sniffing the ground, circling, whining), clap your hands to stop them, and quickly take them outside or place them on a piddle pad or newspapers.

If you live in a condo or apartment, or have a busy schedule, or live where it's cold, use "*piddle pads." These 20" x 22" pads have waterproof liners to protect your floors, a special scent added to show the pup where it's OK to go and have an antibacterial ingredient added to decrease odors. (Can be used with a special pad tray or some have adhesive edges to keep them from slipping.) Move the pads towards the door. When indoor training is completed, place the pads outdoors where you want the dog to eliminate until they are used to going outside. (FYI: there is also a special puppy training spray available that can be sprayed on training pads, newspaper or outdoor area where you want your dog use too.)

When your puppy/dog first wakes up in the morning, before bedtime or has finished eating, playing or napping, pick him/her up and carry them outside (with hugs and kisses of course). And place them in the area where you want them to potty--the yard or pad.

If you chose to have your dog "go" outside, do NOT put the dog out by itself. They will only want to come back in with you. So you must stay there with them until they potty. Use single words such as "potty," "hurry" or "duty" as they eliminate and quietly praise him.

Wait for about 5 minutes. If they do not potty, bring them back in and then try again five to ten minutes later. With consistence, they will soon learn to associate the word with elimination. Reward this good behavior with praise and a treat (a snack or piece of kibble will do) and they�ll quickly respond as dog's wish to please their owners. If you scold the dog, either verbally or by incorrectly "rubbing his nose in it", they'll be likely to avoid you when eliminating and "hide" it from you, making their messes where ever you aren't.

You should watch them like a hawk, and you'll be surprised how effective this is in preventing accidents. Soon you'll learn to read their signals. But there inevitably will be accidents no matter how hard you try to watch your puppy. Use a damp cloth to soak up urine, then use a solution of white vinegar, Oxy-Clean or commercial Dog-tergent to eliminate staining and help neutralize odor.

If you are having a problem with submissive urination, incontinence, marking or are traveling, try using a male dog wrap or pet bloomers for the girls. Male wraps are flannel belly bands with Velcro closures on them, that have a vinyl plastic liner to prevent leakage and to which an absorbent sanitary pad is added. Pet Bloomers are used for females that are incontinent or in heat.

Housebreaking does not take long, so hang in there and be patient and use consistency.

My normally "velcro" dog totally ignored me?

Eilean Ban

So about a week ago I had to go out of town for the whole day, and I was gone from 3am - almost midnight. Before people freak out my dog's weren't alone while I was gone, there were plenty of other people home with them the whole time I was gone.


My Toy Fox Terrier, Penny, is normally my "velcro" dog and follows me around everywhere, every time I sit down she jumps right up on my lap and she always has to be touching me. After I got home from being out of town, she completely ignored me for like 2 days after ward and just wanted NOTHING to do with me which is just so unusual. Even if I called her, she would just kind of pretend she didn't hear me and totally ignore me. She also usually plays favorites and if I'm in the room she completely ignores everyone else and only wants to be near me but after being gone she would go to everyone else BUT me. Like I said it's been about a week and now she's back to her normal velcro self and the odd thing is it's like overnight she changed back to her old self.

She seems to do this whenever I leave her for significant amounts of time, and I swear it's almost like she's punishing me for leaving her. I didn't think dogs were capable of that and I've never seen a dog do that! Is she really upset with me because I left? I know I'm not imagining it because everyone else in my house was shocked at how she was acting too.
Lori-

Yeah, I pretty much never go out of town or leave her for that long. But she is accustomed to me leaving her because I work and go to college full-time...

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I think she could definitely be feeling miffed that you left. Are your trips pretty infrequent? She may be feeling vulnerable or afraid you weren't coming back. The more trips you come back from, the more used to your travels she will become. It just takes time to build up that trust.

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What shall I do if my baby cry on a plane?

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vans772002

I am planning to travel with my baby alone for about 45 minutes then stop over then travel again for another 9hrs...

Answer
Wow, good luck! I'm not sure how old your baby is, but I took my son on a 4 hour plane ride when he wa 6 weeks old, and we didn't have any problems!!! So its definitely possible!

First, while you are taking off, make sure baby is sucking on something, breast, bottle, pacifier...this will help to keep their ears from popping.

Also, someone had suggested to me to take a few new toys and stick some velcro to them and attach them to the edges of a blanket, that way it is new to baby, and easy to keep track of!

Most importantly, don't stress, as I'm sure you know, baby can sense how you're feeling! I would imagine the majority of people on your flight have had little kids, and they will sympathize with you if baby starts to fuss! So don't worry, and just enjoy the time with baby!

Try not to carry on too much, its hard to lug the baby and 800 things around an airport and on a crowded plane!

Good luck!

Are blue heelers good with frequent travel?

briton

I am looking at getting a dog but i travel alot i have a 36 foot toy hauler and a fourdoor ford truck that i pull it with i hike and bike everyday and am home for most of the day would a blueheeler be a good option if not what dog breed would be good for my lifestyle?

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At first thought, it seems like a good idea. Heelers are quite Velcro to their owners and want to go EVERYWHERE with them.

However, is everywhere appropriate for this breed? They are an extremely territorial breed, and you could have an ugly incident if someone was to approach your vehicle with you not there.
They are also creatures of structure and habit. They don't like change, it makes them uneasy, and an uneasy heeler can be dangerous. Intense socialization would be needed to get a dog used to that kind of constant change.

The hiking is a good idea, as heelers are great hiking companions. One would be incredibly bored with the biking though, and a bored heeler can also be dangerous.

So, weighing the pros and cons, a heeler would really not be a good fit. What you describe matches a Lab perfectly.

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Where can you buy a purse magnet to keep it shut?

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LearnHowTo

To keep your purse shut- like clasps/magnets (preferably magnets) .. ??

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I have some powerful small magnets taken from broken hard drives ;]

However, you might find it easier to look in your local cheap goods store and are most likely to find a suitable magnet on a toy; a notebook with clasp; a pencil case; a travel board game or a fridge magnet.

Alternatively you could find a set of Velcro tabs and glue or stitch them to your purse.

Where can I get coupons for Dolly Come Ride with Me Doll Bike Seat?

demelo

Where can I find a discount online for Dolly Come Ride with Me Doll Bike Seat

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You can find coupons for the Dolly Come Ride with Me Doll Bike Seat at couponcabin.com or couponcodes.com. Sadly, they have none right now but try searching for them again later.

However, a great deal for this item can be found at Amazon for $25.29

Product Description:

"Dolly Come Ride With Me Doll's Bicycle Seat - Finally! A girl doesnt have to leave her doll at home when she goes for a cool bike ride in the neighborhood. Now, beloved dolls and stuffed animal toys can travel along for the ride. A mom with a daughter of her own, has invented a safe and fun way for dolly to ride with you. A bicycle seat designed just for dolls or favorite stuffed animals. Detachable, so that as you grow, your dolly can go! Be the first in your neighborhood to own Dolly, Come Ride with Me! * Detachable doll seat for bicycles * Easy attachment to seat post of bike ( with bigger bikes seat post may need to be raised for safe clearance over back tire) * Adjustable Velcro straps to hold doll or stuffed animal snugly in place * Doll seat holds most dolls or stuffed animals 18"" - 22"" in length and dolls less than 3 lbs. * Reflector tape placed on rear of seat to increase visibility * Heart cutouts in rear of seat so water will not puddle if left out in the rain * Safety designed to allow only your dolls and stuffed animals to go along for the ride! * Fun pink color designed to coordinate with today's girls bikes!"

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