But keep in mind: Even though the initial process is executed within a few days’ time, it can still take a child several weeks to be considered fully potty trained. Gradual Some families choose to introduce potty use over time as opposed to all at once. They may switch from diapers to...
We had no intention on doing this so early. Twice she went into the kitchen at 14months old to poo (I stepped in it with just socks on the 1st time) so we decided to ‘introduce’ her to a potty. She took to it straight away and is now starting to understand why she uses it....
When to Introduce a Pacifier “There is no magic to introducing the pacifier,” says pediatrician Dr. Karen Breach of the Carolinas HealthCare System. That said, there are some general guidelines. It’s tempting for parents to resort to using the pacifier after the first seemingly endless night...
A few nights ago, as we said our goodbyes, gave our last hugs, and prayed our last prayer together as a family, we explained to our boys that daddy needed to go to the airport, ride the airplane, and fly home to go back to work. Micah sat on his daddy’s lap and held him extr...
[By the way,I describe how to teach “Leave It” inFamily Friendly Dog Training. I put food in both hands, one treat being MUCH better than the other. I’ll present the hand encasing the less attractive food, and wait for the dog finally give up sniffing it and turn her head away...
Cats aren't any different. That's why using a cage to introduce them is always an attractive option. The new cat should be kept in the cage somewhere in the house where the resident cat can come up and sniff it through the bars. This is a far gentler, less territorially threatening ...
When introducing the come cue to your dog, don't say it unless they're already doing it! Your dog doesn't just know that the word "come" means to run back to you.Here's how I introduce the come cue in training:Entice the dog to come towards me. I might run around like a ...
Introduce this breed very carefully to cats and small children. The Border Collie’s herding instinct combined with the Beagle’s prey instinct can make these interactions tricky. (paid link) Finding a Border Collie Beagle Mix Puppy If you want a Border Collie Beagle Mix puppy, your first stop...
With working with an OT on a home therapy program, we have been able to maintain a fairly successful "sensory diet" to introduce some deep pressure activities before he acts out. Once some kids get "excited" it is hard for them to settle down to a base line, so finding a coping ...
They can also jive well with other family members, be it humans or other animals alike. Greyhounds are polite, mild-mannered, and easygoing. As such, you won’t have to worry about fights breaking out so long as you introduce them properly. ...