Assuming he's not a chow or other dog that has always had pigment (spots) on his gums,
that is called dusky gums and a BAD sign of possible circulation problems. VET NOW! ER CLINIC CALLED FOR.
2007-05-17 13:22:20
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answered by ragapple 7
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Grey Gums In Dogs
2016-11-07 05:57:13
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answered by svendsen 4
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If your dogs gums are not healthy and pink it could be dehydrated or have other serious underlying health problems. This is the way to check for dehydration,the vet told me to grab the skin around the neck like its mom carried it when it was a baby, but dont pick it up, just pinch the skin together, if the skin somewhat stays together when you let go, its dehydrated. I think you need to get to a vet the color of the gums dont sound good... Good luck
2007-05-17 12:20:44
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answered by Traci J 4
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I'm doing basic obedience right now. My trainer hasn't once handled my dog. He has shown me how to handle my dog by using his own dog but that's about it. The reasoning is that I need to learn how to do these basic corrections and what not myself. Learn more https://tinyurl.im/UjTsP
I have never considered sending my dog away for training. I guess I haven't found that much of a problem with him to even think about it.
Again, it may also have to do with the level of training you are looking for etc. No idea lol. I'm not a trainer. I think a first time dog owner needs to learn simple commands and how to handle their dog themselves as well.
2016-04-14 22:51:47
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answered by Anonymous
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Dog training techniques are as controversial as abortion, Palestine and Bill O'Reilly. But, which dog training techniques can you trust to get you out of the dog house? It will help if you think about dog training techniques as being in one of two categories: balanced and imbalanced.
The discussion about which dog training technique to use when training a dog is one that resembles a discussion between an Israeli and a Palestinian. Each one seems absolutely certain of their position and is more than ready to vilify those who don't share their views on dog training. But, if you look at dog training techniques and methods and evaluate their worth and effectiveness based on whether the approach is balanced, it's a lot easier to weed out the garbage.
For the most part, trainers and their methods fall into two main categories. Those who do not use a physical consequence as a deterrent and those who do. There are many variations in the methods used by different trainers however, almost all trainers fall into one category or the other. Some trainers use food as a reward and never allow the dog to experience a negative consequence for a poor choice. Other trainers afford the dog the opportunity to experience a consequence for making poor choices.
The Use Of Food:
Using food is great in the sense that you will probably have a very happy dog on your hands when he realizes that the training comes with an all-you-can-eat buffet. However, using food to train your dog has some pitfalls we think you should be aware of.
Food is great if you just want to impress your guests with a couple silly pet tricks but, in the real world, your dog will probably be much more interested in chasing the cat than hanging around to get your silly, dry biscuit. So, if you are using food as the primary or sole motivator, you're in for some disappointment when it comes time for your dog to perform in the real world.
Strictly Positive Reinforcement:
It is not difficult to find trainers who will tell you they use a kinder, gentler method than those used by consequence and reward trainers. They will tell you that your dog will be emotionally destroyed by the use of correction as a deterrent. Their goal is to sell you on their loving approach to dog training. They would have you believe that their method is much better than those old, barbaric correction methods.
If you try to train your dog with a method of training that is as imbalanced as this, you will be in for some serious disappointments. Sure, it sounds like a great idea; training your dog and never having to correct him for making a poor choice. Never having to do the very thing you like doing the least. However, no matter how distasteful the concept of physical consequence is to you, it is necessary if you want a really good dog. You cannot consistently praise a dog when he does something right and never give him a consequence for doing something wrong, and expect him to turn out balanced.
Consequence And Reward:
In some cases, dog training methods that involve physical consequence as a deterrent cause additional problems. Not by virtue of the fact that the dog received a physical consequence for his poor choice, but because the training was too harsh, improper, or the balance between consequence and reward was not achieved. A bad trainer can destroy any good training system. It is far from true that methods using consequence as a deterrent will result in a fearful dog. It all depends on the skill of the trainer, the manner in which the dog is corrected and the balance between consequence and reward.
Dog training techniques and methods that use a healthy balance between consequence and reward are without doubt, the most effective, healthy training techniques you can use. It is important to remember that consequence in NEVER connected to emotion while reward is always given with sincerity and love.
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2016-04-15 04:47:16
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answered by Anonymous
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It is usually a very bad thing and means the dog needs to get to a Veterinarian Immediately.
2007-05-17 12:14:45
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answered by renodogmom 5
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Usually means your dog is in shock, bleeding internally, or has no pulse. Cancers, poison, viral infections, enteritis, and any number of other grave conditions will cause the gums to lose color, please have your pet examined asap.
2007-05-17 12:24:27
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answered by JeN 5
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It means that the dog is in need of vet care.
2007-05-17 12:15:47
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answered by Freedom 6
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It is anemic and needs to see a vet.
2007-05-17 12:15:44
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answered by Anonymous
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Gaunaherpasypaliaids!
2007-05-17 12:15:05
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answered by renzbenton 3
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