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Old 01-30-2013, 02:49 PM  
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Most animals have what seems to be an alarmingly good internal clock, and its for that reason that we purposely alter the feeding times with our horses. If they get on a strict schedule, at certain times they will expect to be let out, or fed at a specific time. Its the same with dogs. We feed at different times.. an hour late or an hour late so that if for some reason we don't make it home on time, we don't have issues. What you want to do is not give in to the demands of your dog. If he wakes up early, tough. He can wait until you get up (provided that you let him out late enough that he doesn't need to pee). A number of our friends that gave in, are now on their dog's schedule and not the other way around.
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