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Bernese Mountain Dog Discussions / Potty Training
« on: October 15, 2007, 09:27:04 pm »
Hi everyone,

I come to you desperate for help!!!  My Berner is now 6.5 months old and still having issues going pee inside the house.  He does not give any indication to when he needs to potty.  I have even gone as far as to test his urine at the vet to see if it is a medical issue.  He does have a bell that he rings most of the time but he is not able to access it currently because he was neutered last week and can't go down the stairs with his cone on.  Please any help would be greatly appreciated... .how long did it take for you all to potty train your Berner?!  I have heard they take longer to potty train but what is "normal"?  Also, everyone says that the Bernese is a sensitive dog....what is the best way to make it clear to him that it is not ok to go potty inside?!

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Medical Conditions & Diseases / Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy (HOD)
« on: October 10, 2007, 03:05:03 pm »
Hello,

My name is Miranda and I'm here for my puppy Boomer.  Boomer is a 6 month old Bernese Mountain Dog who was recently diagnosed with Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy (HOD).  He is currently pulling through the battle but the vet has said to keep him "quiet" but he is still only 6 months old.  I am looking for any advice on exercise for my young pup.  The vet said only to take short short walks, but as many of you know he has way to much energy for that to be all he gets.  I suggested trying water therapy but she said that would be to much movement.  Any suggestions?  I figured swimming would be great because there is not any impact and he could get lots of energy out.  Any advice would be greatly appreciated!  Thank you!

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