Crate/House Rachel is trained in the crate or pen with paper. Paper is put in the front of the bedding at night in the pen or crate. The bedding is dry in the morning. There is paper placed in several areas in the puppy area in house for their use . Of course accidents do occur. Rachel is learning. It is a continuing education for Rachel.
Socialization Very social with her siblings and foster family. Likes to be held and Rachel will give you kisses. Rachel loved playing with our grandson.
Energy Level and Exercise Rachel is full of energy all the time. This is common with puppies. Loves to play in the yard with siblings and our other dogs. Fortunately we are able to provide a large pen outside for the puppies to play all day. Rachel is taken into the main yard several times a day. Rachel really enjoys that.
Daily Structure and Schedule Taken outside to do her business first thing in morning. Rachel is then fed. Rachel is given ½ cup dry Puppy food (Proplan) with large tablespoon of canned puppy food (lams) and tablespoon of plain yogurt. The yogurt contains probiotics and is healthy for her. In the evening, Rachel is fed ½ cup dry puppy food with some yogurt . I use Medium size Milkbone as a treat couple times a day. Rachel will take naps on and off all day. Rachel is put in the pen in the house about 10 pm and I leave a small light and radio on as well. Rachel is taken outside periodically throughout the evening and at bedtime to do her business.
Temperament Rachel has a wonderful temperament. Rachel is a loving little girl. Gives lots of kisses.
Obedience Training I have not really started any training. Comes when called most of time.
Behaviors Rachel is a typical puppy. Always exploring and playing. Rachel has no bad habits. Rachel will chew on everything especially sticks and those little things lying around. This is typical of puppies. Loves to play with squeaky toys and balls.
Personality Quirks Rachel has no particular quirks. Rachel is a really sweet little girl.
Ideal Home A loving family is always best. Puppies love to run and play with children. Rachel needs a place to play outside.
According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, according to the most credible hypothesis, the Pointer was developed two centuries ago by crossing among the Italian Pointer, the Foxhound, the Bloodhound, the Greyhound, the Newfoundland, the Setter, and the Bulldog. This is an almost unbelievable mix, but it certainly has produced an outstanding result. The modern Pointer has existed for about eighty years. The Pointer is named for the motionless stance the dog assumes once he has found game. The direction of the point tells the hunter where the game is hiding. The first recorded mentions of the Pointer in England date from around 1650, when the Pointer was used to find hare for the Greyhound to hunt. By the early 1700's the Pointer became the dog of choice. The Pointer is renowned for his scenting prowess. He works very quickly, covering a lot of ground. The Pointer is particularly good on upland birds, but adapts well to other game. The breed has excellent endurance in warm weather, but is not suited to very cold conditions. Working best on land he is not very comfortable in water. He has a legendary tracking and pointing skills, but is not usually expected to retrieve game. The English Pointer is full of energy and go-power. Loyal and devoted he is a true friend. Kind and patient with children, he is a dashing gentleman. The Pointer is affectionate, intelligent and clean. An energetic and enthusiastic hunter, yet calm at home. Wise and adaptable to every situation. Socialize well at an early age to combat a tendency for timidity. Some can be high-strung. They tend to be a bit willful, distractible and reserved with strangers. It will bark at suspicious noises, but it is not a watchdog. Show lines tend to produce better pets. Field lines are often too active and hunt-oriented to make good pets. Hunting instincts develop early. Puppies, even at eight weeks old, often display pointing behavior. These fairly independent dogs are generally good with other pets and are not usually dog-aggressive. They have a life expectancy of 13-14 years.
More about Rachel the UCF Pointer Puppy
Good with Dogs, Good with Cats, Good with Kids
Rachel the UCF Pointer Puppy's sister, Zova the UCF Pointer Puppy (adopted) can also be seen on our website.
Rachel the UCF Pointer Puppy's brother, Cory the UCF Pointer Puppy (adopted) can also be seen on our website.
Rachel the UCF Pointer Puppy's sister, Darya the UCF Pointer Puppy (adopted) can also be seen on our website.