Expert: Marie Peppers / The Boston Terrier Lady - 11/13/2008

Question
Hi, I have a boston his name is Oscar, everytime i walk him or take him to
the dog park he eats poop. I asked the vet they said try  muzel and that its
a bad habit.  I hate not taking him to the park, but at the same time he gets
really sick and vomits it all back up all over the house, thus making it smell.
plus he gets wroms too. Any way i can break the habit? PLease email me
back Thanks.
Art-

Answer
Hi Art- Yes, this is a behavior problem and the muzzle is a good idea. Or a gentle leader / here is a link:  
Looks much better for him and you...
Then, you give a little tug and it closes his mouth.
He will get the message.

Also, make sure your kid is on a good vitamin - to help his immune system fight off worms and others....

links :
gentle leader: goes around nasal - slightly
http://www.dogtrainersearch.com/articles/amydunphy/gentle-leader.php

http://www.sitstay.com/dog/supplies/servlet/product_10001_10001_39022_-1_Gentle+...

Supplements-
NuVET Plus : http://www.apluspetcare.com/untitled4.html

BEST wishes - Have fun avoiding the poop!
A Learned behavior..... just help him unlearn it

BE tough...

Marie Peppers LPN MA
mtnmom@gci.net

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