dogman1 5 Posted June 18, 2011 Report Share Posted June 18, 2011 what age would do the experienced terriermen start there dogs on rats? i know every dog is different but just a general guideline. thanks Quote Link to post
Rik 49 Posted June 18, 2011 Report Share Posted June 18, 2011 some people will say when it gets its adult teeth,but like you say all terriers are different mine where killing rats at 4 months 1 Quote Link to post
mickyatch 37 Posted June 18, 2011 Report Share Posted June 18, 2011 i couldnt get rats for my pup until 11 month i got mostly grey squirrels from around 9 month i think it wasnt long after she had her adult teeth this would be the best time i would say but some ppl say 12 week ? upto your self when ya feel ya dogs ready Quote Link to post
dogman1 5 Posted June 18, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2011 i have just got a bitch at 8 mnths old, still very hyper and that full of carry on way. she hasnt seen anything yet but should i wait for her to calm down a bit first? thanks for replying mate Quote Link to post
OldNog 432 Posted June 18, 2011 Report Share Posted June 18, 2011 8 month is plenty old enough, mine was doing rats from 5 month old, as soon as her teeth come through Quote Link to post
x38 179 Posted June 18, 2011 Report Share Posted June 18, 2011 think a pup will let you no this is mine she watched one in a trap for a good 15 mins and then let the big dog have it and after a week of watching gave her one and the big dog on stand bye for any hesatation on her behalf....she has had 4 up to date at 6/7" long .......... Quote Link to post
dogman1 5 Posted June 18, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2011 game on then, thanks for the tips guys Quote Link to post
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