Problem: Article: Find and print a set of small footprints or shoe prints; you can also draw them instead. Fill your paper with these prints, leaving space between each one. You will be using this template to trace your edible footprints, so use a size that appeals to you. Use a dark color, otherwise you won't be able to see the footprints through the parchment paper. You can pipe the footprints directly onto the plate instead. In this, click here to continue. How long this takes depends on how cold it is in your kitchen. Most candy melts will only take about 10 to 15 minutes. If you are using royal icing, this could take several hours to overnight. Stagger the footprints so that they look like the leprechaun was walking. Place them on a plate or onto other edible (sweet) foods, such as: cakes, pies, or pancakes. Don't use the "candy melts" ones on warm food, otherwise they will melt. Consider leaving behind some evidence, such as a chocolate coin or a few Skittles. Get creative with your leprechaun's path. Have the leprechaun walk around foods he doesn't like and step onto the food he does like.
Summary: Create your template. Allow the footprints to dry. Arrange the footprints.

Problem: Article: your puppy. Crate training is an important aspect of training your GSP puppy. As with all puppies, GSP puppies need constant supervision. If you cannot watch your GSP puppy all day, then crate training will help keep it out of trouble when you're not around. After introducing your puppy to the crate and encouraging it to spend more time in the crate, your puppy will eventually see the crate as a place of safety and comfort. During the crate training process, make the crate comfortable for your puppy by putting toys and a blanket in the crate and placing a blanket or sheet on top of the crate. The blanket or sheet on top of the crate will make it feel like a cozy den to your puppy. Crate training has several benefits. It will keep your puppy out of trouble while you are away from home and will make housetraining a little easier. As your puppy matures into an adult, the crate can become a defined sleeping area. Pick a crate size that is large enough for an adult GSP. A 36 x 36 inch (91 x 91 cm) crate would be a good size. Some crates have an adjustable interior so you can increase the amount of space in the crate as a puppy grows. Do not rush the crate training process. It may take your puppy a few weeks, or even a few months, before it's comfortable staying in the crate for long time periods. your puppy. Crate training and house training go hand in handyour GSP puppy will not want to eliminate where it sleeps (in the crate), so your puppy will learn to eliminate only outside. Create a bathroom schedule for your puppy and follow it consistently. Your puppy should eliminate outside after waking up, before bedtime, and after eating, drinking, or playing. Let your puppy choose an area outside to eliminate and always take it to that area. Your puppy will leave its scent in the area. Give your puppy lots of verbal praise when it eliminates outside. This will reinforce to your puppy that going to the bathroom outside is the right thing to do. If your puppy has an indoor bathroom accident, clean it up without punishing him. Use an enzymatic cleaner to remove the scent of ammonia so your puppy doesn't eliminate in that spot again. GSP puppies can hold their bladders for about 1 hour per month of age. Consider hiring a pet sitter or dog walker who could take your puppy out twice during the day when you're not home. your puppy. GSPs are fully of energy, especially as puppies. All of that energy could make leash walking a daily challenge. Teaching your GSP to walk on a leash will make walks more enjoyable for both of you. First, allow your puppy to become used to wearing a collar. Your puppy may try to take it off at first, but will eventually become used to it. You can then attach a leash to the collar and let your puppy walk around the house with the leash on. If your puppy starts to pull when you go on walks outside, do not jerk the leash. Instead, stop walking and call your puppy back to you. You can also start walking in the other direction. Your puppy will soon realize that it should follow you. Giving your puppy periodic treats during the walk will help reinforce good leash behavior. Reward your puppy when it does not pull on the leash. your puppy. Socialization is a critical aspect of dog training. It allows a dog to become comfortable with people, other pets, and new experiences. Since GSPs can be wary of other dogs, early socialization will help your GSP puppy become comfortable meeting and interacting with new dogs. Socialization should take place between 3 weeks and 3 months of age. Strategies for socializing your puppy include regular introductions to friendly people and going to busy parks. The more people (and pets) your puppy can meet during the socialization period, the more well-adjusted it will be as an adult. Wait until your puppy is fully vaccinated before going to a dog park. Otherwise, your puppy could get exposed to a disease at a dog park that could make it very sick. Your vet can recommend a good age for him to go to a dog park. Feel free to take him to 'people' parks. Dogs that are not properly socialized will be fearful of new situations and act inappropriately around people and other pets. Puppy kindergarten class is a great way to socialize your puppy. Your GSP puppy will learn how to interact with other dogs in a playful, yet controlled environment. In puppy kindergarten, your puppy will also start learning some basic commands. Ask your veterinarian or other dog owners about puppy kindergarten classes in your area.
Summary: your puppy. House train Leash train Socialize Enroll your puppy in puppy kindergarten.

Problem: Article: Immunization tracking cards keep all your immunization information in one place, so you never have to hunt for your records again. You can typically get a card at your local health department. The CDC has a tracking card for childhood immunizations available online. Download the form at https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/parents/downloads/milestones-tracker.pdf. Record the type of immunization you received and the date you received it on your record card. You may also want to include the name and contact information for the healthcare provider that administered the immunization, in case anyone needs to verify. If your record card is lost or destroyed, a backup keeps you from having to duplicate the effort of hunting for your immunization records again. Keep your backup in a different place than you keep the original. If you don't already have a fire safe or lockbox for important documents, it's a good idea to get one. Keep your passport, birth certificate, and other such documents that cannot be easily replaced. You can keep a copy of your immunization records there too. You may also want to scan your immunization record and keep a backup copy of it on your computer or on the cloud. Additional documentation, such as medical records or receipts, can help validate the information you report on your immunization record card. These documents can be helpful if a doctor becomes unreachable. If you got any blood tests to determine your immunity to various diseases, attach a copy of the lab report to your immunization card. If your healthcare provider indicates you're due for an immunization, you can add it to your record card immediately so your card stays up to date and accurate. You might also ask a doctor or nurse to sign or initial the entry to verify that you received the immunization.
Summary:
Get an immunization tracker to record immunizations. Make at least one backup of your record card. Include supporting documentation of entries on your card. Bring your record card to all medical appointments.