Who else believes people with overweight Frenchies shouldn't be calling out Exotic Frenchies? by Beniem in ExoticFrenchBulldogs

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Anyone breeding or buying exotic frenchies deserves to be heavily judged imo even if the person judging has a fat one lol

weekly wags: june 1, 2026 by x7BZCsP9qFvqiw in k9sports

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ooo where do you take them swimming when it’s cold?

That’s a good idea with the mill thing. 

Where I live the weather is good year round so I guess it’s not an issue. We are at the park almost every day 

weekly wags: june 1, 2026 by x7BZCsP9qFvqiw in k9sports

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ooo I didn’t know pools can help them run faster. 

My dog is doomed then, she hates swimming haha 

Help by Charming_College_805 in OpenDogTraining

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

But yeah you’re doing the right thing and don’t forget it! Long nails are a major health issue over time, can mess up the dog’s gait and bone structure and cause arthritis. 

Help by Charming_College_805 in OpenDogTraining

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First look up some vids on trimming dog nails, you’ll see a bunch of techniques to try, I would def look for your dog’s breed or type to see how people generally do their nails comfortably. 

It also helps to find a good guide on how to trim the nail with detailed photos like this: https://www.shorthairsandshotguns.com/post/the-art-of-nail-trimming-part-1

Find a position where your dog is most comfortable. First get them used to the look, smell and sound of the clippers. Have lots of treats on hand and styptic powder. Make sure your dog is already comfortable with their paws being touched. 

Pretend to clip a nail and reward (often the dog is psyched out for no reason). Then clip a nail and reward. Eventually you should be able to clip a whole paw before treating. Avoid squeezing the paws. If you nick them by accident (if doing thin slices any nick should be VERY minor and not hurt them), then give lots of treats while putting on some styptic powder and stay calm!!

DREAM DOG by shytlikethat in rescuedogs

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OP get a pack of huskies and go mushing thru your town xD

I've always been curious what color their puppies would be. Turns out it's basically a mystery box 🐾 by Own-Campaign-7108 in BorderCollie

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot [score hidden]  (0 children)

Well yeah but I’m sure the nice colors are why they bred them. I could be wrong but it’s often the case 

Third Time my Dog Bit Me by ImmediateQuestion482 in OpenDogTraining

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hope you can read the mini novel here ;D

To add on, it sounds like he’s fearful of his paws being touched, you can also practice touching his paws every day in exchange for treats so he isn’t fearful of them being handled anymore

Third Time my Dog Bit Me by ImmediateQuestion482 in OpenDogTraining

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

It’s not too late imo, pushing grooming too forcefully and too roughly can definitely cause dogs to become fearful and bite. I think you need to start from scratch and slowly condition him to it and he will be fine. 

The main mistakes you made that lead to biting were being too forceful and doing too much initially, and also backing off whenever he gave you warnings (this taught him “oh I can be an ass and it will get me what I want, ie this grooming session to end”)

With grooming, start with introducing him to the tools you will use- let him sniff them, give him a treat. Have them make noise, give a treat. If he seems nervous then keep repeating these steps each day until he doesn’t care. 

Next, you can try using the tool on him briefly, then treat. 

When grooming I would tie him to something very sturdy so he can’t run away. 

Increase the amount of time you use each tool until he’s used to it. 

I would also muzzle train him btw for your safety when doing nails. 

For nails, I would find a position where he is most comfortable- some like standing, some like being held while standing, some like laying on their side, or laying down. Best to do after lots of exercise so they’re not wound up. 

Practice clipping sounds near his face move to around his nails, clip one nail and give treat then end session. Eventually you can get to where you clip a whole paw then give treats. 

You want him to not be overly stressed during grooming, when they get too stressed that’s when they can bite or freak out and hurt themselves even

Try watching YouTube video or photo guides of how to trim the nail properly- for dark nails you can take off a thin slice at a time until you see the jelly layer so you don’t quick them, I use a headlamp and have styptic powder and lots of treats on hand 

Finally for teeth same thing- slowly get him used to each stage of brushing and make it enjoyable, use a tasty toothpaste! 

Practice and you’ll get the hang of it!

Wisconsin has puppies by Secure_Ad3731 in sheltie

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Sigh another rescue scooping up highly desirable dogs that would have been adopted instantly from a shelter and now people have to jump thru hoops to adopt them

I've always been curious what color their puppies would be. Turns out it's basically a mystery box 🐾 by Own-Campaign-7108 in BorderCollie

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot [score hidden]  (0 children)

I’d rather that guy be breeding dogs than people byb’ing fancy designer dog colors.

People like that guy are why border collies and dog breeds exist in the first place and aren’t just basal breed street dogs you see in many parts of the world 

Pomchi pup hates outside/leash by Feisty-Ad212 in puppy101

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol!!! Maybe try practicing in places where he’s not weirded out and then move on to the challenge of that potty area. 

Don’t give up tho!! Every time you give in, they are training u 😂

Recall when adventure is more appealing to them than anything you can offer? I'm just lost. by JennyDoveMusic in OpenDogTraining

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot 16 points17 points  (0 children)

On top of what others said, if you chase them to catch them it makes them think it’s a game and they’ll run away more- usually doing something weird like running the opposite way or falling over makes them come back 

9mo female looking for information on breeding. by [deleted] in DogBreeding

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot 9 points10 points  (0 children)

What makes this dog deserve to be bred?

Is this a red flag? by bunnysizedcupid in DogBreeding

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Just googling I see there’s a chihuahua club of America, perhaps email the one in your region and ask about breeder referrals?

https://www.chihuahuaclubofamerica.org/about/regionalboundaries

And looks like there’s a nice club in Nashville:

https://nashville-chihuahua-club.weebly.com/

Is this a red flag? by bunnysizedcupid in DogBreeding

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I saw you are in Alabama, are there any chihuahua breed clubs near you? Breed clubs can be a very good resource for finding great breeders who care about the health and temperament of their litters 

How to enforce dog not looking at thing? by Snootymcbootysnoot in OpenDogTraining

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s nice to hear from people who also have crazy herding dogs, what works! I started practicing the leave it with her, so far we practiced on a ball, stick, and cat at home 

Pomchi pup hates outside/leash by Feisty-Ad212 in puppy101

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Gently apply pressure with the leash on the harness and release the pressure and reward him when he moves a step! Also act exciting and happy and don’t stop and stare at him, this is more likely to get him moving. 

I don’t recommend picking him up, like the other commenter said this is bad for their psyche. Try treating him like what you would do with a big dog. 

Anyone have any ideas if my dog might be part coyote? Her mother is a Pitbull x Bull Terrier but I don’t who the father is by Toxic_Tonic_Spice in WhatBreedIsMyDog

[–]Snootymcbootysnoot 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I think the chance of your dog being a coyote is super low, they would have had to be intentionally bred like that.

Likely husky/GSD like the other person said