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Old 06-08-2007, 10:46 AM   #4 (permalink)
Jane Austen
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You will surely want to cuddle a puppy, but take some time to handle their feet and open up their mouths so they get used to being touched in that way. Duchess is squeemish of having her feet picked up to cut the hairs between her toes/under her foot. She is getting better as I have been very gentle with her, even though I got her at seven years old. Get them used to brushing, coat, teeth. Habits you make now will reward you in years to come.
Have fun. Jane
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