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2007-04-03T03:12:00.000-07:00

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Training Your Dog. (5).

2007-03-22T04:27:00.000-07:00

Combining elements of each:
In contemporary dog training, a lot of attention is paid to operant conditioning -- "clicker training" is nothing more or less than the real-world application of one small part of Skinner's research. But classical conditioning is almost always present, and should be kept in mind: think about the dog who hears the bell -- his drooling represents the kind of happy anticipation that we want in a working dog. Classical conditioning, in its practical application, is all about training for attitude.
If it associates good stuff (positive reinforcement) with training situations (think of that as the bell ringing) your dog will show the same kind of eagerness that you'd expect if you extrapolate from Pavlov's droolers. In addition, even with operant conditioning on a dog, you will eventually associate a command with the behavior, so that you can elicit the behaviour from a stimulus! Such a sequence would be:
dog offers behavior (say a sit)
dog is rewarded
cycle continues until dog continually offers behavior
trainer now says "sit"
dog sits
dog is rewarded
This combines elements of both operant and classic conditioning.

Rewards and Corrections:
Bear in mind the following important points:

A REWARD results in an increase in the selected behavior.
A CORRECTION results in a decrease in the selected behavior.
Well that seems obvious enough, why did I bother putting those down? Because all too often, obvious as they may be, an astonishing number of people ignore them. How many times have you seen someone call their dog over and over and over again while the dog blithely ignores them? How many people wind up automatically rewarding their dog all the time until they find that the dog is either bored and wanders off, or won't do a thing unless the food is held in front of them? How many people smack their puppies when he soils in the house but never wind up with a house-trained dog?

Let's examine each of these scenarios in detail.
The person who calls their dog repeatedly without doing anything is in fact teaching their dog that the "Come" command is meaningless. The dog is neither being rewarded for the correct behavior nor being corrected for the unwanted behavior. Therefore "Come" has no particular meaning for this dog.

To Be Continued.

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Training Your Dog. (4).

2007-03-19T09:23:00.000-07:00

Classical Conditioning:
The principles of classical conditioning were worked out early in this century by Pavlov, and thus is also called Pavlovian conditioning. In the original experiments, a bell was rung, and the subject (as it happens, a dog) was given food; eventually, the dog began to salivate on hearing the bell, apparently anticipating the arrival of the food. This is pure stimulant-response stuff, since the signal (the bell) always comes before the reinforcement, and the dog doesn't do anything to make the bell ring.

So we start with:
trainer rings bell (stimulus)
dog gets food (reinforcement)
And end up with:
trainer rings bell
dog drools (response)
dog gets food

How can this be used? A great way to use classical conditioning is to teach the dog secondary rewards. Let's say you want to use a particular word or even a particular sound (such as a click) as a reward just because it is simpler than whatever your dog's best primary reward is. So train your dog by saying the word or making the sound and then treating him with a primary reward. He'll start to associate the two quickly and your alternative will become a suitable interim reward for your dog. You'll need to refresh the association from time to time, of course, but it does expand your possible repertoire for telling your dog "You done good!"
If you're observant, you'll also notice that most dogs are classically conditioned. If you say "Sit!" and they sit, that is a stimulus- response sequence no matter how the sit itself was taught.

Operant Conditioning:
B.F. Skinner outlined the principles of what he termed "operant conditioning." In contrast to classical conditioning, in operant conditioning the reinforcement cycle starts with some action on the part of the trainee (in Skinner's language, the operant). Operant conditioning is therefore always dependent on behavior, whereas classical conditioning is not.

We have:
dog does something (operant behavior)
dog gets food (positive reinforcement)

Under this theory, if we control which behaviors are reinforced, we should be able to get the dog to offer those behaviors more often. If the dog gets good stuff in association with a particular behavior, he's likely to repeat it; if something bad happens, he's less likely to repeat it. In practical training terms, this means that if Andy picks up his dumbbell (step 1), Andy gets some turkey (step 2); if he doesn't, he doesn't get the turkey. The result should be that in the long run, Andy will grab the dumbbell eagerly, even if he isn't a natural retriever.

To Be Continued.

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Training Your Dog. (3)

2007-03-16T07:51:00.000-07:00

Your own abilities as a dog trainer come into play, as well. Some people have a natural sense of timing and an almost instinctive understanding of what their dog is thinking and how to react to it. Most people do not have this ability but can learn it to some degree over time. Others just do not. Recognizing your particular strengths and weaknesses will let you use each more effectively.

Another ability some people seem to just have, others can develop, etc. is the ability to "read" a dog; that is correctly guess what the dog is thinking or feeling during training. This ability is valuable as it allows you to make appropriate adjustments on the fly to increase the effectiveness of your training.

Some methods are very effective but can be abused if the wrong person uses them. For example, the Koehler method of dog training worked very well on many dogs, in the hands of its originator. Koehler reportedly had an astute sense of timing and a keen awareness of how to present something fairly to a dog, but the "Koehler Method" as applied by others was so often abusive that today this method of training dogs is in disrepute.

Obviously, therefore, a good trainer is one who helps YOU figure out how to train your dog. A good trainer helps you learn to observe your dog for important clues to his behaviors and actions. A good trainer watches you and your dog work together and helps you learn where you are letting your dog down. A trainer's job, in short, is to teach you to become a trainer of your own dog. It is not a trainer's job to teach your dog. Typically, you only see your trainer for one hour a week. Training requires short, daily sessions. YOU are the one training your dog. (Sending a dog away to be trained is a separate consideration, with its own set of potential problems.) A good trainer has several methods under their belt and helps you figure out which ones work best with your dog.

Don't worry, there are some constants in dog training. Consistency and Fairness.

To Be Continued.

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Training Your Dog. (2)

2007-03-13T06:44:00.000-07:00

You need to be aware of whether your dog needs behavior modification (where you will have to find out the underlying reason why your dog digs and not just put chicken wire over everything) or obedience training (to understand commands). Certainly, the two may be related: a dog that digs because it is bored may become less bored with obedience training and stop digging.

It is important, however, to understand that the dog stopped digging because it was no longer bored than because it now knows how to heel. You will need to modify your approach, or select a trainer to help you, with behavior vs. training in mind.

So much for the type of things being taught... another factor to consider is that there are many methods for teaching any of these!

Okay, so which one is the right one?
There really is no right or wrong method. There are methods that are more effective under certain circumstances than others. Things to take into consideration when choosing the most effective method for you and your dog include: your personality, your dog's personality, your goals, your abilities as a trainer, and your experience as a trainer.

For example, if you are not happy with a particular method of training, for whatever reason, then it is unlikely you and your dog will do well with this method. Your dog will pick up on your reluctance and either share your dismay or take advantage of the situation to do as it pleases.
If your dog is the strong, take charge type, a method that does not deal with this trait will result in its walking away with the training sessions, getting very little done.

Conversely, if your dog is very sensitive, there may be a variety of methods you can use so long as you are very careful about how you correct it. A very submissive dog may need a particular method that emphasizes learning something new very thoroughly so that they may be as confident as possible when doing it. You have to observe your dog closely and figure out what its strengths and weaknesses are.
To Be Continued.

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Training Your Dog

2007-03-09T07:22:00.001-08:00

What is Dog Training?
Training means different things to different people. It's important to understand that when deciding what you need to do with your dog. We shall take a look at a few types of training that are associated with that of a dog.

First, there is "behavior training."
This is the kind of training in which a dog is taught to be a "good citizen." Typically this includes housetraining, good behavior around other people and dogs, reasonable leash manners and other small things that make a dog a much more pleasant companion. A well behaved dog attracts no special notice from the public (aside from amazing some with their good manners).

There is "obedience training,"
This is generally about teaching the dog how to perform specific activities. This can include traditional "obedience" exercises such as heeling. The emphasis here is on prompt and precise performance. While there can be many overall benefits to such training, the training is usually for the training's sake and not necessarily to improve the dog's behavior. Dogs that have been obedience trained will perform specific tasks when their owners ask them to do so. (And as a matter of fact, some obedience trained dogs may well behave poorly; an excellent herding dog that nonetheless barks quite a bit for no apparent reason would be an example.)

"Activity training"
This refers to training for specific activities -- this includes hunting, herding, Search and Rescue, lure coursing -- any of a myriad number of activities designed to showcase the abilities of the dog and his handler, particularly in activities for which the dog has been bred to do. These days, such activity also includes "sports" such as frisbee, flyball, agility and so on.

Of course the lines tend to blur between all of these distinctions. A certain amount of obedience training will help with behaviors. For example a dog that is heeling will not pull on the leash. Still you want to keep this in mind when selecting a training class so that it best matches your needs. For many pet owners, the behavior oriented classes are the best way to learn how to understand and control your dog. For those of you who want to enjoy a sport or compete in an activity with your dog will need to move along to more complex training.
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Five Important Dog Training Tips.

2007-03-07T09:51:00.000-08:00

I know from recent exchanges with fellow dog trainers that a lot of you out there are yearning for main points needed for correct dog training practices. A number of those that contacted me through e-mail expressed their will to get going with dog behaviour training in a relatively quick period of time. You need to know that successful dog training requires some time and patience at the best of times.
However, I have decided to list five important tips to any successful dog training that you ideally need for maximum success. Please take some time to read this article and you should find it makes a huge difference to your dog training success.

1. Ensure You Have Your Dog’s Attention.
In order to start your dog training session on the right footing, you need to get the dog’s attention first. You may not believe this but it is a fact that many people overlook this and just carry on trying to train a dog that isn't really even paying attention to them in the first place! There are some easy ways to get your dog’s attention such as simply talking to it and offering it a small treat in reward for his attention - dogs soon get to know and catch on quickly to this and you will notice this working very quickly.

2. Give Your Dog Some Praise.
Time and time again it is the simplest and most obvious things that people neglect to do when training their dog, and surprisingly one of the most common (and most essential of the lot) is to give your dog praise when it does something right, as this helps to complete its association between your voice pattern and whether it has done good or bad. Whenever your dog obeys you and does something correct, make sure you give it plenty of praise and you will soon notice a change in its behaviour, even over just a short period of time, it's that effective!

3. Reprimand The Dog When Necessary.
When it comes to successful and effective dog behaviour training, giving a stern reprimand is just as important as offering plenty of praise as both are required to complete your dog's association between your tone of voice and its behaviour. People come to me all the time with the issue that they just feel too horrible when they tell their dog off and they shy away from it. This is not good enough since it is a fact that whenever a dog is not told it has done something wrong; it will continue to do it not knowing the difference. You need to reprimand when needed so as to make all this work. Now, just to clear something up that is not always understood so well; to reprimand does not mean hitting your dog! This is totally wrong and will not help your dog training at all. Any time your dog is engaging in bad behavior, use the opportunity to teach it the 'stop!' or 'no!' command. Using the 'stay!' command can also be effective in these situations and is a good example of a reprimand with a positive purpose.

4. Make Use Of The Right Dog Training Tools.
There is no good trying to train your dog if you don't have the necessary tools and supplies to do the job. You wouldn't really try to train a dog to obey your 'sit' commands without taking it out on a lead for a while would you? No, of course you wouldn't and it's another key factor in any successful dog training program. If you have a well behaved dog, then a 6 ft lead and a regular collar will easily suffice and will do the job nicely. However if you have a dog that is slightly more uncontrollable and unpredictable, then you should use a special training collar. You also need to make sure the collar is the right size (an uncomfortable dog is much less likely to play ball!) which you can do by measuring the dogs' neck and adding about 2 inches, this should give a pretty good estimate of which collar you need to buy for your dog.

5. Take Your Dog Training Exercises One After The Other.
Dog Training should not be rushed for any reason whatsoever. Trying to fill a dog's head with too much information will more than likely end up working against you just in the same way a child would trying to learn the entirety of a subject in just one lesson. It doesn't work. Teach your dog one command at a time and don't move on until he gets it, keep at it and persistence will pay off.

Well there we go, I have listed the 5 most important and most essential tips you will probably ever learn when it comes to successful dog training. So please take them on board and make sure they are a firm part of your dog training program today and you will see dramatic improvement in your dog's behaviour and how quickly your dog's training improves. Please check back soon as I post regular dog training updates and articles that should really make a difference to you and your dog, or you can easily send your enquiries to me at dogtrainingjoint@yahoo.com.
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Leash-Training Your Dog Made Easy.

2007-03-05T09:24:00.000-08:00

You may have experienced a situation where your dog keeps dragging you all over the place during walks. It keeps misbehaving even though you have a collar on it. You would naturally prefer to be the one in charge. This is where you need to learn to leash train your dog.

Leash training your dog has definite advantages. This first, and probably the most important, is that owning a trained dog will lead to a lifetime of exercise and fun for both of you. To maintain good health, dogs (just like humans) need regular exercise.

Of course it is easier to begin training your dog while it is young. However, training an older dog is not impossible. With any dog, there are few things you must keep in mind when you leash train your dog.
It is very important that you are consistent in reinforcing the behavior you want your dog to learn. Dogs are generally intelligent creatures and capable of learning behaviors quickly. However, you must be careful that you don't give your dog mixed messages during training sessions. Stop and think. Human beings have great difficulty in decoding mixed messages. Dogs, on the other hand, are incapable of figuring out what we want unless we are clear and specific.

Also important is your tone of voice. Dogs are pack animals. In essence, we become the alpha dog in its pack. Therefore, just like in a pack, dogs respond to the tone of our voice and will act accordingly.
Keep in mind that dogs learn one word commands quickly. It will be to your advantage to start here first. Once these are learned, you can proceed to more complex commands.

When leash training your dog, it is easier to begin by teaching the dog to sit and wait quietly while you put on the collar and leash. This establishes a sense of calm that will be necessary to train the dog further behaviors.
Make sure you get your dog to respond to a command before giving it any attention. Then reward it immediately when it performs the correct behavior for the command.

Treats are good to use when leash training your dog. The treats should be small, tasty, and easily chewed. Treats will encourage your dog to learn the correct behaviors.

Daily walks are a good time to teach your dog commands and reinforce them. This also exercises you and your dog.
There are a number of collar and leash choices available to you. Each of them has advantages and disadvantages. Collars include buckle collars, prong collars, chain collars, harnesses, head halters, and no-pull harnesses. Leashes range from leather to nylon to chain. Some of the above choices can unintentionally hurt your dog if they are used incorrectly. Unless you are an experienced dog trainer, it is best to consult a good canine instructor to decide which option is best for you and your dog.

If you are leash training an adult dog, keep in mind that it will take more time. Most canine trainers say that it takes about five to six weeks to replace an old behavior with a new one.

These tips will get you started. Remember that you can't go wrong to consult a good, reputable canine trainer. The money you spend will be returned many times over in years of fun with your trained, well-behaved dog.

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Useful Dog Training Tips.

2007-03-02T00:19:00.000-08:00

Training your dog need not to be as difficult as some people make it sound. It is also not a child’s play. Playtime with your new puppy can be fun, but did you also know that it could be the first steps in your dog's education as well? Even in the wild, young wolf cubs learn about their world through play and your puppy is no different. By utilizing play as a tool you can effectively train your dog all the basics that will help it be a well-behaved dog when it grows up.

There are three basic things that a dog - even one as young as six weeks old - needs to start learning. The first and most useful of those things is simply the word, "No." You will be using that command repeatedly during your training sessions with your dog and so it is very important that it knows this word from the start.

And it's easy. Dogs, even puppies, are adept at recognizing tone of voice. When they are trained to associate a displeased, forceful tone of voice with the word no, you will not in the future have to be so forceful in your utterances. But first you do have to get its attention. When the pup does something wrong, simply pick it up, gain eye contact and tell it very firmly, "No." It will get an immediate reaction. Depending on your dog's personality, it will drop its head and become sheepish, growl or attempt to talk you out of it by asking you to play. If either of the latter two happens, you will have to repeat the command to show that you are not kidding.

Then, simply let it go. Put the dog down and keep a watchful eye on its response. A rebellious pup may repeat the action as a way to test you, in which case you need to repeat the process. Be gentle, but be firm and consistent and your dog should get the message.

As for the other things that your dog needs to know, you will probably default to teaching it the proper way to go potty. This is actually easier than you might think, as pups are a lot smarter than they look. Timing is, however, everything. If you notice a puddle on the floor and your dog has since gone off to play with its ball, the only thing you can do is clean it up and watch it more closely. Don't rub its nose in it, or the dog will simply be hurt and confused. What you want to do is catch it in the act. When you see it start to take a tinkle, grab the dog and take it outside. Chances are it will be so shocked that it will save some for the yard, and when the dog goes there you can praise it lavishly.

The third thing that your dog needs training for, is that it should never put its teeth on a human being. This is a tough one, as it is so much fun to play "bite" with a youngster. But when they are older, you really don't want them to play so rough. So when you play with the dog, be sure to do so with toys that are okay for it to bite. If it bites when you are trying to pet it, tell the dog no and give it a toy or put the toy right in its mouth. If it persists, pick the dog up and tell it no. If you are consistent, you should get good results from this form of dog training.

When your pup has accomplished learning its first command, or goes outside instead of on the floor and stops puppy-biting, it is well on its way to graduating from puppy to a well-trained dog.
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Training Your Dog To Stop Unnecessary Chewing.

2007-02-28T09:55:00.000-08:00

Chewing is a very natural dog behavior that often starts in puppy hood when a dog starts to teeth. However, without the proper discipline and training, the behavior can become a problem when your dog gets older. Training your dog to stop chewing can save you a lot of time, money, and frustration as the dog grows up.

Whether you have a puppy or a grown dog, you can train your dog to stop chewing. It is usually easier to build new habits when a dog is young and impressionable, but it is not impossible to train the adult dog to stop the habit of chewing on inappropriate items.

Still, it is important for you to understand that chewing is natural. Yes, it was said before, but it bears repetition, because you will be embracing the normal behavior and just changing the object of desire. So, if you think any chewing is inappropriate, then you probably want to reconsider having a dog. Dogs chew out of frustration, loneliness, boredom, and anxiety, so addressing those issues and changing your dog's focus will help stop the destruction of your household items.

The idea of redirection is important in dog training, because it also involves no punishment. Punishing your dog will not stop the behavior. it will just stop the dog from chewing when you are around. Punishment interferes with your relationship, and it only creates a dog that is afraid of you. It is more important to address the underlying issues for the chewing behavior so that your dog starts behaving appropriately. Your praise and appreciation for good behavior will go a long way with your dog.
Redirection is the best way to train your dog to stop chewing. When you see your dog knawing on something that he or she should not be touching, that is the time to turn his or her attention away from that item and toward an appropriate chew toy. There are great tools out there like Kongs you can fill with tasty treats, bones, Greenies, rawhide, and more that dogs really like. When your dog is chewing on the right toy, make sure you give it a lot of praise.

If your dog is chewing on things when you are not around, it can be frustrating to come home to the destruction. You can begin to train your dog to stop chewing by keeping a lot of "chewable" items around. Having several of these toys will often keep your dog busy enough that it will forget the inappropriate items. Also, use active toys like puzzle games that require them to move the toy around to get food. Stimulating toys will keep your dog from getting bored.

However, if your dog is still chewing, you can then try another form of redirection. As your dog greets you at the door, hold off on your greeting until your dog finds the appropriate toy. At first you can help it to find the toy, but after a while, do not give your dog a greeting until that toy is there in its mouth. If you are consistent, your dog will learn to search out the toy to greet you at the door and the chewing will stop.
It will take time and effort to train your dog to stop chewing, but if you are patient and consistent, you will find that your things will not be chewed up - making both you and your dog happier.

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An Electronic Dog Training Collar - Gets Results.

2007-02-26T00:23:00.000-08:00

An Electronic Dog Training Collar - Gets Results

An electronic dog training collar is a great tool to have, when you want to train your dog to listen to all your commands such as hunting, obedience, and behavior commands. For those of you who don't know how these collars work, basically the electronic collars work by passing an electronic stimulus that mechanically vibrates the mobile collar, provided the dog is within a range of about one mile. The electronic dog training collar allows the trainer to decide the intensity of the stimulus and also how frequently he wants the dog to feel it. Most of today's collars allow you to adjust the transmitter to fit your needs and so that you don't injury your dog.

They say a dog is man's best friend and he will love and support you no matter what. Despite all those good qualities, dogs must still be trained to develop their attributes and skills, obedient nature, and of course to make sure they don't pee in the house. Most dogs respond well to traini ng. For such purposes it is very common for non-professional trainers or owners themselves to use an electronic dog training collar to train their pets.

Are These Collars Harmful to the Dogs?

Most will admit electronic dog training collar are effective, there however is a raging debate going on as to whether it is right to use an electronic dog training collar or not. Some people feel that it is cruel and worry that the dog may be feeling a large amount of pain from the shock. The shocks that is produced by these types of training collars basically runs from the collar to the skin of the dog, and can be painful as well as harmful to the dog if you incorrectly set-up the collar.

The facts as far as we can tell support the theory that as long as you use the electronic dog training collar appropriately, they are not harmful to the dog and are really effective in correcting undesirable behavior as well as training your dog. Many studies hav e proved that the collars are safe and effective when the trainer is knowledgeable and follows the instruction provided with the collars.

How Do You Pick Out an Electronic Dog Training Collar?

There are many options on the market today, really the best way to pick out a collar is based on what you are trying to accomplish with your dog. The best collar for teaching a dog basic obedience and behavior commands may be different then the best collar to teach your dog how to hunt. It is best to read each collars package and find out if that collar is designed to help train the dog how to do what you want to teach the dog to do. You also need to make sure you look at the size of the collar. You may not want to get an extra small collar if you dog's a Golden Retriever. The cost of the various collars range from about $99.00 - $299.00 and up. The price will vary depending on the features of the collar, range of the remote etc.

Is an Electronic Dog Training Collar Right For Me and My Dog?

The best way to answer that question is to ask yourself what are your goals for training your dog. Are you comfortable with giving the dog a small shock? Remember the basic function of the collar is to shock the dog so he will act appropriately. The electronic dog training collar is a great tool as long as you use it appropriately and lovingly. As to the question is it right for you, well that is a question only you and your dog can answer.

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How To Choose The Right Dog Trainer

2007-02-23T07:36:00.000-08:00

How To Choose The Right Dog Trainer

In order to choose the right dog trainer, one needs to carry out a fair amount of research and investigation. The way your trainer works with both you and your dog will affect your relationship with your pet both during the trainings sessions as well as in the future. Many dog owners have hired a trainer only to find out they don't agree philosophically with the methods that the trainer uses or are completely opposed to some of the exercises the trainer uses.

In order to avoid these issues be sure to get answers to the following questions about your dog trainer:

1. Is he or she qualified enough to be a Dog Trainer?

There are numerous training certifications and credentials that dog trainers may hold depending on where you are located. Check with other breeders, groomers or even vets and other dog owners to find out what trainers are in the area and then research their credentials on the internet or from the various credentialing bodies.

2. Does your Dog Trainer have good enough references?

Does the trainer have any particular awards or recognition for their school or training program? Are they endorsed by a kennel club, breed organization or other organization? Most trainers will have references that will allow you to contact them and talk to them regarding their training process.

3. Does the Dog Trainer use only positive methods or do they use punishment-based training?

Most trainers no longer use any punishment based methods and do not encourage yelling, physically punishing or using corrective devices such as choke collars, shock collars or other potentially harmful devices with the dogs. Clicker training, behavior modification training and reward training methods are all positive based and works on a dog's natural behavior and the relationship between dog and owner.

4. Will the Dog Trainer let you sit in on a class or private session?

This is often the best way to see how you will do under the trainer's guidance. Is the trainer positive to the owners and the dogs, or does he or she seem to become upset, frustrated or even angry with the participants? Would you be comfortable in the same environment if you were treated that way?

5. Does the trainer offer flexible scheduling and what is the cancellation or no-show policy?

Most dog trainers have a 48-hour cancellation policy and a non-refundable no-show policy if you simply don't come to the class. Other trainers will refund you the cost of lessons that you don't attend. Some dog trainers will insist that you attend a make-up class before you can proceed with your original class as everything builds on the previous lesson.

Be sure to meet with the trainer in advance and feel comfortable with them before you commit yourself to lessons or leaving your dog in their care. In addition, find out if they need your dog to be housed with them during the training or if the dog will remain with you.

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How to Become a Dog Trainer

2007-02-21T08:57:00.000-08:00

So you have a love for dogs and want to become a dog trainer, the good news is that to become a professional dog trainer you do not need to be licensed or accredited. This does not mean that you can just start your own business, you still need to know about dogs and how to train them. Go about training the right way and you will build a successful business based on word of mouth.
There are two main ways in which you can become a dog trainer.

The first is to be taught by someone who is already a professional dog trainer, be it at a training school or from someone you know that is one. This is a great way to learn as you are getting first hand experience and being able to work whilst you learn.

The second way of becoming a dog trainer is to do an online course. The internet is amazing these days and you can do most things online. You will pay a fee and then get giving homework and projects to do. So one day you will be reading up and doing research and the next you will be asked to work with a dog and report back what you did.

One of the skills you will need when becoming a dog trainer is a great knowledge about dogs, I know it's obvious but you will need to know about different breeds. A great way to do this is to volunteer at your local vets or rescue centre, also try a dog walking service. Once you spend time with different breeds you will be able to see how each of them ticks.

Being a dog trainer is not only about you knowing about dogs, you will also have to teach the dog's owner about their pet. Tell them the things you know in a detail that they will understand.

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Become a Dog Trainer Today.

2007-02-20T00:15:00.000-08:00

Do you have an obsession for dogs and want to become a dog trainer?

The good news is that to become a professional dog trainer you do not need to be licensed or accredited. This does not mean that you can just start your own business immediately; you still need to know a whole lot about dogs and how to train them. Go about training the right way and you will build a successful business based on word of mouth.

You can become a dog trainer through two main ways;
The first is to be taught by someone who is already a professional dog trainer, be it at a training school or from someone you know that is one. This is a great way to learn as you are getting first hand experience and being able to work whilst you learn.
The second way to become a dog trainer is to do an online course. The internet is amazing these days and you can do most things online. You will pay a fee and then get giving homework and projects to do. So one day you will be reading up and doing research and the next you will be asked to work with a dog and report back what you did.

One of the skills you will need to become a good dog trainer is a great knowledge about dogs, I know it's obvious but you will need to know about different breeds. A great way to do this is to volunteer at your local vets or rescue centre, also try a dog walking service. Once you spend time with different breeds you will be able to see how each of them ticks.

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How to Train Your Dog to Stay

2007-02-19T06:40:00.000-08:00

It is a fact that dogs are very loveable pets. They are not called man's best friend for no reason! Dogs like a lot of attention and they love nothing more than being with their owner. This is the reason why you need to train your dog to stay as there are times when you need your dog to stay in one place.
Before I go on to tell you how to train your dog you will need to have already trained your dog to sit. Teaching your dog to sit is one of the first things you should have trained your dog to do.

1. Ensure that your dog understands a release command, such as "free" or "release" before teaching him this command. Have your dog sit in front of you, do this by using the sitting command.

2. Place your hand, palm open, in front of your dog's nose and give the command "Stay." Your hand should look like you are blocking your dog, without actually touching it.

3. You dog should pull back a little, as soon as it follows your command and is in a stay position say "good" or "well done".

4. Hold the stay position for about 2 seconds, no longer then use the release command and once this has been completed, give your dog praise and a treat.

5. You should reward your dog even if he only managed to hold the position for a second or if it half completed the command.

6. Remember to give the release command after every successful "stay" as you increase the length of time your dog must remain in the position.

7. Once your dog shows signs of understanding the command you should gradually lengthen the amount of time it remains in the stay position, each time moving further away from your dog.

8. Do not go over 5 minutes of each stay session that you have.

Once your dog has mastered the stay position you will soon be able to command it to stay in one room whilst you go into another. All in good time though, do not rush the training.

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Potty Training Your Puppy

2007-02-17T02:51:00.001-08:00

When you decide to get a new dog, it is an exciting an exciting experience but it can also lead to very frustrating times when you find that your puppy has done their business all over your floor. One of the first things you need to do when you welcome a new dog into your home is to potty train them.
Potty training your dog is a very essential thing to do immediately you bring in the new dog to your house. The following tips will help you to continue to have a clean house even after you bring in your new dog.
The very first thing you need to do is, when you find your dog doing its business in the wrong place, you simply go ahead and punish it. That is correct dog training for you. You have to make sure that you punish your dog straight away otherwise if you leave it too late your puppy will not know what it is being punished for and carry on leaving mess wherever they are when it needs to ease itself.
This can be quite an arduous task as it means following your dog around waiting for it to need to go. You can make this simpler by keeping your puppy on a leash until it has done its business. The potty training cannot begin until you have caught your dog easing itself.
Once you have caught your puppy, say to it 'Bad Dog' in a clear voice and point to the mess that it has made. Move your puppy to the area that you wish for it to do its business, be it outside or in a room which you have set up for it.
Don't worry if your dog continues to do its business in the wrong place as it will take it sometime to understand what you mean. Depending on the puppy, it may take quite a while or it might understand what you mean after only a few times. Training your dog properly will effectively show it that when it needs to go, it will have to go where you have showed it or it will get told off again.
Once you have let your dog know that it is wrong to do its business anywhere but where you have told it to do so, then you have to start with the positive dog training. Each time your puppy goes to the place where you want it to, then you have to heap praise on it, give the dog a treat and pay attention to it, say 'Good Dog' in a clear voice.
You have to be consistent with your dog training and it will soon pay off, start training your puppy as soon as possible and it will be easier on the both of you.

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2007-02-16T01:52:00.000-08:00

11. How do we manage our puppies or what is successful management?

Until training has taken place, there are many occasions when management is imperative. If your dog is not housetrained, you can manage it by constantly supervising the dog, taking it outside frequently, and putting it in a crate, safe room or pen while you are not at home, when you are sleeping or when you are too preoccupied to keep your eyes on the dog. If your dog does not come when you call it, you can manage this behavior by not letting it off-leash in an open area until you have trained it to come on cue.
Management however is not training. Management does prevent your dog from repeating unwanted behaviors and keeps you from getting angry at your puppy for undesirable behaviors. Remember, the more the dog is allowed, willingly or unwillingly, to repeat the inappropriate behavior, the more embedded that behavior becomes and the harder it is to change it. The rewards are simple; sometimes the reward to a dog is not something that we might consider rewarding, i.e., raiding the litter box. A reward to the dog! Disgusting to us humans! Rewards are often times in the dog’s eyes – not our idea of a reward!

12. What’s the best way to house train my puppy or dog?

First, whether you are housetraining a puppy or an adult dog, the approach is the same. Management! Manage the behavior to prevent mistakes from happening while you teach appropriate potty habits. Young puppies do not yet have the physical ability to control its need to eliminate for long periods of time, however, if raised in clean environments its instincts will be high to keep its area clean. Unfortunately, dogs raised in very dirty conditions, like those raised in puppy mills or those that have been forced to soil their crates repeatedly through improper confinement, do not learn to keep their areas clean.
A healthy adult dog is capable of controlling its elimination urges, so in some cases the adult dog can be housetrained easily, particularly, if it has not spent much time indoors. However, if the dog has a longstanding habit of eliminating indoors, reliable housetraining can be frustrating to achieve. In some cases, we must settle on management in order to prevent house soiling.
Try the “umbilical approach” to housetraining your puppy or adult dog. This means that your dog is always directly supervised by you or someone other responsible person or managed in a crate, pen or leash that is attached to you or restrained nearby. Establish a daytime routine and go out with the dog every few hours, sometimes one to two. If you wantit to use a particular area of the yard, it is necessary to take the dog on a leash to this spot and wait. Do not just send it out to “do its business” on its own. When the dog urinates or defecates at the right point, say “yes” and give a small treat. Then play with it for a few minutes before returning to the indoors, this is also one of those life-rewards. If the dog doesn’t go, bring it back in, without play, and manage it as before, in a crate, pen or leash, and try again in a half-hour or so. When you know the dog is empty you can give it some relative but still supervised freedom, short periods of time.
If it makes a mistake indoors, do not punish it after-the-fact. It is your mistake, not the dog's. It won’t even know what it is being punished for, so quietly clean it up using an enzyme-based cleaner like Clean ‘n Fresh, Urine Off, or Nature’s Miracle to be sure you get all of the odor. Next time, don’t give the dog such freedom. If you feel you must use a rolled-up newspaper, hit yourself in the head three times while repeating, “I will watch the dog more closely; I will watch the dog more closely; I will watch the dog more closely.”
If you catch it in the act, calmly interrupt it and take the dog outside to its bathroom spot. Again, do not punish it. If you do, you will only teach it not to eliminate in front of you, it is not safe and the dog will learn to run to the back rooms to eliminate so you can’t watch. If you plan to travel with you dog, it will not eliminate in front of you.
You may also teach the dog or puppy to ring the bell to ask permission to go outside. Simply hang a bell on a strong cord so the puppy will be able to reach. For a period of time you will ring the bell each time you take it outdoors to eliminate. Then, when the association has been established, usually one to two weeks of consistently ringing the bell, you will teach your puppy or dog to ring it. Use a lure (food) to get the puppy to move the bell, reward and takeit outdoors to eliminate. Again, do not send the dog out. It is important, in the beginning to ensure they have actually eliminated, not just gone outdoors to play.
At night, it should be managed, either with the use of a crate, or restricted to your bedroom or nearby. If the dog cries in the middle of the night, it probably has to go outside. You must wake up and take it out, reward when it eliminates and immediately bring it back and return the dog to the management area.
If your puppy backslides, it is your fault and possibly for the simple reason of allowing too much freedom too soon. Go back to a more restricted routine and proceed more slowly. Remember routine is the key to success in housetraining!
Dogs do not house soil out of malice or spite. They just don’t think that way. If your dog eliminates every time you leave it alone in the house, changes are it is related to stress, or absence of a completed housetraining routine, perhaps separation anxiety, but never malice. See question number 10. Punishment will only make your dog more stressed and ultimately make the problem worse. If you are having serious housetraining problems, you may need the services of Dog Training by P.J. The majority of dogs wants to keep their areas clean and will happily learn to use appropriate potty spots if given the chance.

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2007-02-15T00:16:00.000-08:00

9. I taught my dog in the house and now when I ask it to demonstrate a behavior outside, the dog won’t do it!

Dogs learn to discriminate between when a behavior will be reinforced and when a behavior will not lead to reinforcement. For example, if the desired cue is sit, the dog already knows how to sit, such as when it is tired, sits when it wants to scratch or sits to watch things going on around it. The dog doesn’t get treats for these sits. However, before any of these sits, it was not requested to sit, with hand signals or a voice cue.
Dogs generalize to some extent, but only there are similar circumstances and stimulus. In other words, if they only learn behaviors at home, with or without distractions, they will continue to be consistent at home. However, since dogs are contextual learners, if we take them outdoors, with different circumstances and stimulus it will be necessary to reshape or re-train that behavior in order to prove that particular behavior in various situations. Often, clients will tell me, “My dog will do a perfect sit at home,” and in class, “it acts as though it doesn’t know what sit even means.” Remember, the circumstances and stimulus has changed; the class has many different distractions. Therefore, when we are teaching our dogs it is important to alter the circumstances and stimulus to obtain the desired behaviors most of the time.
Continued dog training, life long, whether in a controlled environment (attending class training sessions) or though continued dog training at home on your own, and is necessary to keep those learned skills sharp. For some of us, remembering certain subjects taught in elementary or high school, simply disappear since we don’t continue to practice and use those lessons and information we were taught years ago.
10. My dog knows when it has done something wrong! When I get home, it runs and hides, doesn’t this mean the dog knows it is guilty?
Actually, no! Your dog is reacting to your body language and emotions. Often times, they are so subtle to us that we don’t recognize or pay attention to our own body language.
However, consider this; did you know that 85% of normal human conversation is non-verbal? For example, how we distribute our weight, hold our face, look up or towards the ground, and hold our hands or the ways we breathe? This is all non-verbal conversation or body language. These subtle ways are how our dogs speak with their bodies and minds. If we observe and learn we can communicate with them on a much different level. We can develop these skills and gently provide guidance, understanding and training to our dogs.
In addition, there is a term, anthropomorphic, which, is described as, or thought of, as having a human form or human attributes, and anthropomorphism is the interpretation of what is not human or personal in terms of human or personal characteristics.
Destructive and eliminative behaviors (excluding scent marking) do not have communicative values. Therefore, when our dogs are destructive or eliminate because we left them at home alone, it is simply because left to their own devises they will find something to entertain themselves or if we leave them alone too long, the urge to eliminate are high. These are no forms of communication for dogs. If we were asked to go without using the facilities all day, after that morning cup of coffee, we might also get somewhat uncomfortable and would probably be unable to hold our bladders for an entire 8-10 hours. However, we often expect our dogs to do the same thing. We leave them home alone, without any way to eliminate in the desirable areas, and expect them to hold themselves for 8-10 hours.
Guilty looks are simply the way your dog attempts to placate you by demonstrating appeasement or submissive behaviors, which do have communicative value, but it is not to communicate guilt. Humans often interpret the dog as acting guilty when in fact the dog hasn’t the faintest idea of what is wrong and is simply hoping that it will appease you by offering submissive behaviors, thus deflecting the message you might be sending with that non-verbal communication, or body language. It is important to remember that if your dog finds that it cannot consistently predict your anger or the reasons for it, the dog will begin to distrust you – you are someone who is unpredictable and flies into rages. Screaming and yelling after the fact or punishing it does not effectively communicate what it did wrong originally. You could end of teaching the dog to learn to distrust you.
While punishment is not the answer, the important thing to remember, is if we are not able to train our dog, until they learn acceptable behaviors, skills and socialization, the word, is management. Management however is not training!

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Dog Training- FAQs and Answers (5)

2007-02-14T02:38:00.000-08:00

7. How long will it take to train my dog?

Their whole life! Okay, seriously, this is an impossible question to answer. It really depends on you, your dog and your training goals and techniques. My dogs are always learning something new. Every time you are with your dog, every day, one of you is training the other. We are always communicating with our dogs and if we stop training or communication with our dogs we become the ones who are being trained – this does not promote a healthy relationship between human and dog.
Most basic training classes are six to eight weeks long with you going to class once a week with your dogs, for an hour each time. Some dogs and owners at the end of basic training are on their way to being reliable with their basic cues and behaviors while others still need or have a long way to go. You will want to find opportunities to continue your dog’s training to more advanced levels, where it will become reliable to your hand signals and voice cues and even at a distance respond accordingly and even if there are very distracting environments. There are many ways to pursue training by exploring the almost endless list of great dog sports and activities.

8. Do you use food in training?

Yes, we do. We may also use cheering, praise, toys and ear scratches and belly rubs and real life rewards. Your job will be to select and use rewards that motivate your dog the most so it will be able to resist distractions and give you its undivided attention and focus. Food, praise and pets are the most easily given. Toys may also be used, although it does tend to break up the flow of the training session, as the dog will need to stop and enjoy the toy in order for it to be rewarding. If you don't give it the toy when it's worked to earn it, you are merely teasing the dog. It is important to remember we are shaping behaviors through training and if these behaviors are not rewarded they will diminish. Food is usually the highest motivator for dogs and puppies. Money is often times the motivator for humans. What if you were not paid to show up for work? Would you still continue working for nothing? Is your dog going to learn a behavior without some type of motivator? While food/treats will be faded as the dog demonstrates it has learned the wanted behavior, it is important to remember, “nothing in life is free.” That goes for the puppy wanting to do something and having to sit (asking for permission) to the dog that always demonstrates near perfect accuracy that seldom receives a reward. The reward can of course, be a life reward. For example, if your dog loves walks, use going for a walk to reinforce a down stay. If your dog enjoys watching out the windows, keep the blinds closed and request your dog to “come” or do a recall in order to earn some time watching out the window. Remember, again, nothing in life is free.

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Dog Training- FAQs and Answers (4)

2007-02-13T00:29:00.000-08:00

5. My dog will not stop jumping on everyone! How do I get it to stop?

Train your dog! It is as simple as that. First, dogs love to jump! Jumping is a natural behavior for dogs. In the canine world they greet each other face-to-face, nose-to-nose. If you want to succeed in training your puppy or dog not to jump on people, the whole family has to agree not to reward it for jumping up.
There are several ways to discourage your dog from jumping on people. It is important to remember to reward good dog behaviors and ignore the unwanted or undesired behaviors. Therefore, when the dog jumps on you, don’t pay attention, turn your back towards the puppy, close and fold your arms near your chest and, if necessary, walk away, and don’t look back. The moment, your dog puts “all four on the floor,” turn and reward the dog for the wanted behavior. With consistency, the puppy will figure it out. Jumping equals no attention, while keeping its paws on the floor, brings attention.
Another way that is effective is to train our dog to sit. When the puppy has its butt on the ground, it is unable to jump, thus teaching it two things, sit and not to jump on people. While you ignore the dog, with your back turned away from it, be patient and wait for the dog to sit, then, give it the attention (reward and treat) it wants. Look for opportunities to reward the good behavior of sitting, so your dog won’t think it has to jump up to get your attention first in order to get a reward for sitting.
Be careful, not to train your dog to jump up, sit, get a reward. The way to avoid this is to watch and frequently reward the times your dog sits without jumping up first. Humans have a tendency to ignore the dogs when they are being good, and pay attention to them when they are doing the inappropriate behaviors. That is negative dog training!

6. Why should I spay or neuter my dog? I want to have puppies!

Approximately 6-8 million unwanted dogs, cats, kittens and puppies are euthanized in the United States every year because simply there are not enough homes for all of them. If you breed your dog, you are a part of this problem, even if you find homes for very one of your dogs. Every home that adopts one of your puppies is a home that could have taken a homeless dog or puppy instead and instead will end up dead on a shelter euthanasia room. In addition, you can avoid many health and behavior problems, such as mammary tumors in females and testosterone-generated aggression in males if you spay and neuter prior to the onset of puberty.
If you do insist on breeding dogs, be sure you breed and train them responsibly. That means purchasing a good-quality dog, free of any genetic problems from a reputable breeder and be willing to spend the time to train your dog and money to pay for the various medical tests needed to determine whether or not genetic problems exist in the dog and to have the various tests done on the “potential” mate for the dog. You need to be sure that you are not compounding your dog’s genetic weaknesses with a poorly selected mate. You will also need to pay to have the dog vet checked and vaccinated. Often times you will need to pay for a cesarean section for your female dog. You need to be sure that the breeding pair and their puppies hips, eyes and other predisposed genetic problems are not “passed” down in the lines. You will also need to take the time to properly socialize the dogs when born and prepare them to adapt to the big world when they leave the safety and comfort of their mother’s side.
Finally, even after you place your dog in home, you are morally responsible for them for their ENTIRE lives. If their new owners find themselves in a position where they cannot or do not wish to keep the dog, you should be willing to take that dog back into your own home. This promise should be a prominent part of your sales contract.
So think about it! If you want to raise dogs, instead of breeding, call the local shelters or rescue groups and ask if you can foster a mom with young puppies. You will have the satisfaction of saving lives that might have otherwise been ended. You will also be an “angel” to those dogs and not contribute to the tragic problem of dog overpopulation.

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Dog Training- FAQs and Answers (3)

2007-02-12T00:27:00.000-08:00

3. How can I stop my puppy from biting me?

Biting is a natural dog behavior. Puppies explore their world with their mouths and they use their teeth extensively while playing with other dogs. Learning bite inhibition is an important part of a young dog’s training. If it bites its mom or its littermates too hard, they let it know. Momma dog may reprimand it if its needle sharp puppy teeth close too hard during play or nursing, and its littermates may yipe or yelp and refuse to play with the dog if it bites too hard.
Puppies come to us with sharp baby teeth and we need to continue its bite-inhibition lessons. We can direct the dog’s chewing instincts towards appropriate chew toys (a stuffed “KONG” is ideal for this as well as a “BUSTER CUBE” – food cube.) Often times various soft plush and rope toys will also help redirect it to more appropriate things to chew and bite. We can also imitate the dog’s littermates by giving a sharp, high-pitched “yelp” when it bites too hard and stop the play session by getting up and walking away. The puppy will soon learn that its behavior makes a good thing go away (this is called “negative punishment,” and involves no physical correction whatsoever), and the dog will learn to soften its bite so you can continue playing with it. After a brief time out of a minute or two, we can go back to playing and if it bites too hard again, give another “yelp or yipe” and do another time out. Your dog will eventually get it!
Do not use physical force or punishment, such as hitting it, holding its muzzle closed or forcing your hand down its throat. Some puppies will become aggressive if you use these antiquated methods and some dogs learn to fear your hands. Neither will result in gentle, trusting dogs in the future.

4. How do I keep my puppy from chewing on everything?

In a word, manage! A dog that is still in the chewing stage should be under constant training, or confined to a safe secure puppy-proofed area. In other words, if you can’t supervise the dog, manage it by providing it with alternative things, such as plenty of irresistible toys. The best are interactive toys such as a stuffed KONG, BUSTER CUBE, TALK- TO-ME-BALL, or ROLL-A-TREAT BALL. The possibilities are endless. A soft toy is also inviting to a dog’s teeth. Additionally, a cold, frozen, stuffed KONG can be especially soothing to a teething puppy’s sore gums. When it wants to chew on something inappropriate, direct the dog towards an acceptable chew toy. If it insists on going back to the chair corner, give it a cheerful “oops! Time-out” and put the dog in its puppy-safe area.
The best puppy-safe areas are in or near places of family activity. Your dog will be very unhappy if you close it off, away from the family, in another room and without any interaction. Remember, dogs are social animals, just like us, humans. You can use a wire puppy pen (exercise pen) and set it up in the middle of the family room where the dog can be with its human pack members.
Sometimes the commercial no-chew sprays and creams are effective for some puppies, while others consider it the icing on the cake.

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Dog Training- FAQs and Answers (2)

2007-02-10T02:17:00.000-08:00

1. At what age should I start training my dog?

The sooner the better! Many responsible breeders start training their dogs as early as 5-6 weeks. Remember your dog starts learning when you first bring it home and you may as well encourage good behaviors and social skills as early as possible.
Dog Training usually starts at about age 8 weeks. The only reason we don’t start them earlier is that we want them to have a least two of their puppy shots for protection before they start romping and playing with their puppy classmates. At one time, when most dog trainers used choke chains and prong collars, puppies didn’t start classes until they were at least six months old, because of the potential for serious injury to the dog’s tender trachea. Dog training with force and aggression only teaches our puppies’ to think humans are unpredictable and begin to fear people. Often times, using force-based tools, lead to “true aggression.” Now that more and more dog trainers are using gentle, positive and motivational training methods, we have no fear of harming a young puppy so you can start them at a much earlier age. Dog Training by Doggy Dog starts puppy kindergarten classes on a regular basis, so you never have to wait more than a couple of weeks to get into a class. If you don’t want to wait even that long, you can schedule one or two private sessions with Doggy Dog to get you started on the “right paw” until the next class begins.

2. Why don’t you use choke chains or prong collars in your dog training classes?

Choke chains and prong collars are tools of compulsion training, dependent on your willingness to force your dog to comply with your demands. At Dog Training by Doggy Dog, we use positive, motivational training methods, meaning we consistently reward the behaviors we want our dogs to repeat and manage or ignore (when possible) the behaviors that we want to diminish. Because all living creatures (humans too) repeat behaviors that are rewarding to them, by using positive reinforcement during training we can get our dogs to voluntarily show the behaviors we want, rather than using force to coerce them into submission or compliance. Unfortunately, it seems to be human nature to pay attention to problems and ignore things that are going smoothly. If the dog understands that certain behaviors will earn positive attention, it should continue to perform those behaviors when it wants to get a certain reaction from you. If those unwanted behaviors receive no reinforcement then the behavior will diminish.
In addition, we don’t risk damaging our relationships with our dogs through the use of force and punishment and we don’t risk the physical harm that can occur in trainingwith the use of punishment-based tools. Dog Training is about relationships and communication – it is not based upon punishment. Choke chains and prong collars rely on pain to force compliance. We don’t have to hurt my dogs to train them, so why would we use tools that, by definition, cause pain. Choke simply means, whether subtle or not, still means to choke, as well as the prong or pinch collar, it simply means, that there is a pinch delivered to the dog during training.
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Dog Training- FAQs and Answers.

2007-02-09T07:51:00.000-08:00

FAQ
My dog is 8 weeks old (6 weeks old, 2 weeks old). Is he too young to start training?
Dogs are learning at a RAPID rate - so you want them to learn the right things ASAP. Training can start when you get your dog! Sure, you aren't going to teach them things they would need to know for an AKC Utility title or even a Novice title, but they are able to handle potty training, sit, wait, and the manners they need to know to be able to live with you (a little at a time, of course!). They cannot learn everything in one day, week or even month, but the foundation can be started at ANY time. Dogs do best with short, easy training sessions, with only a few repetitions. The sessions should be only 5 to 10 minutes each, several times daily.

My dog is 2 years old (4 years old, 8 years, 10 years old) - is he too old to start training?
Again, puppies AND dogs are learning all the time. Learning to pull on the leash, learning to chew on the chair leg, learning to chase squirrels, learning to growl to keep you away from food or toys, learning to bark to get attention, etc. ANY TIME you start training it what YOU want it to know is a FINE TIME! Just like people, dogs continue to learn their entire lives, whether they are in school or not. The first dog I trained was 4 years old - it learned well because I invested the time into teaching it what the instructor taught ME!
I read somewhere about a farmer with a sheepdog who he said knew everything he needed to, and he never put any time into training the dog…but when it didn't do what the farmer wanted, he got a dirt clod thrown at him…
I don't mind if my dog jumps on me when I'm in my jeans, but it also jumps on me when I am in a suit ready to go to work or out for the evening. How do I get it to understand the difference?
I play with my dog by roughing it around the face, and it plays really rough, which I don't mind then but then it grabs my hand, arm or leg at other times and I don't like that. The dog should know that I don't want to play then, shouldn't it?
Dogs DO NOT understand maybe or sometimes. They only understand ALWAYS or NEVER!! You are giving your dog to much ability to reason - that only humans are capable of. If you don't want your dog to jump sometimes, then he cannot be allowed to jump EVER. Same goes for nipping, mouthing or any other dog behavior.
More questions?
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Tips For Feeding A Happy, Healthy Dog.

2007-02-07T08:41:00.000-08:00

5 Tips For Feeding A Happy, Healthy Dog By Doggy Dog

3. Move beyond meat.
Building some portion of your dog’s diet from meat gives you many of the crucial nutrients it needs for energy and growth, but your dog also needs fiber and carbohydrates to aid in digestion and stability. You could throw down a bowl of dry food every day and maybe give the dog a “treat” of moist food once a month, but how would you like it if the tables were turned and it insisted on feeding you pancakes every day for the rest of your life? Not such a sunny outlook, is it?
4. Make it a real meal.
Listen, nobody ever said you had to rely on a bag or can of food to feed your dog. You cook for your family all the time. Doesn’t your dog deserve similar treatment? Most owners say they’d love to cook for their dogs but just don’t know where to start, and that’s where I come in. Now you can help fulfill all of your dog’s nutritional needs as well as its taste desires with just one quick flip through my new book, 180 Delicious Gourmet Dog Recipes. I know, I know, you’re busy, and there’s barely time to cook your family a proper meal. That’s why you’ll love this book – in addition to covering all of the usual recipes like traditional dog chow and cookies, I’ve created several that are healthy and delicious enough for you, your dog, and your family. Being skeptical is natural; after all, I never dreamed I’d come up with recipes I could easily share with my dogs! But how can you pass up recipes like biscotti, muffins, omelettes, dinner mints, and even sushi?
5. Give him some green.
Your dog needs a well-balanced diet, and the best way to accomplish that is through a wide variety of ingredients. Did you know that many dogs love veggies? In fact, if your dog likes to nibble on grass, it may appreciate some of the veggie-oriented recipes in the cookbook. Give it a shot and see what you – and your dog – think. After all, the worst that could happen is an improvement in your dog’s health! The only set rule in feeding your dog is to make sure its meals satisfy the unique nutritional requirements any dog has. You don't have to stick to the bag or the can, and you don't have to spend hours slaving away in the kitchen. Making dishes for your dog can be a family event, and nothing expresses gratitude better than a big, sloppy, wet kiss. "180 Delicious Gourmet Dog Food Recipes" features a huge array of delectable treats made to please any pup... but you'll be amazed at how many you can eat, too! It's a great starting point for any well-rounded nutritional plan for your dog. You'll both be happy you made the investment!

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Dog Training & Care

2007-02-06T05:58:00.000-08:00

3. Herbal Shampoo For Your Dog.
470 ml (2 cups) purified water
10 ml (1 tbsp) rosemary
10 ml (1 tbsp) orange zest
30 ml (2 tbsp) chamomile
10 ml (1 tbsp) lavender oil
120 ml (1/2 cup) baby shampoo
Bring water to a boil, and then remove from heat. Add all of the herbs, cover the dish, and allow it to steep overnight. Strain the mixture and stir in the oils, then gently add the shampoo until well mixed. This shampoo should be kept refrigerated for freshness when not in use, but use about 2 tablespoons every time you wash your dog for a sweet-smelling, great treat for you and your dear dog. Don’t forget to give the dog a little massage while you’re rubbing it in!

4. Lemon Flea Dip For Your Dog.
3 lemons
940 ml (1 quart) water
60 ml (1/4 cup) baking soda
5 ml (1 tsp) herbal shampoo
Cut the lemons into eighths while bringing the water to a rolling boil. Add the lemons, boil for one hour, then cover and let the mixture steep overnight. Strain the solution then add the remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly. Warm to a tepid temperature before applying. To spoil your dog with the application, dip a sponge into the water and drizzle it slowly over the dog’s coat, then use your fingers to work it in using slow, deliberate circles focusing on points like the hips and shoulders. Give the dog a good massage – it deserves it! This shampoo uses citrus oil to help repel fleas, but the warm water and baking soda also help to soothe any existing irritations your dog may have.
See? Spoiling your dog is much easier and less expensive than you think, and I’ve compiled 101 Ways to Spoil Your Dog for Under $10 for just that reason. Any dog owner/trainer knows how hard it is to resist spoiling their dog in training, and now there’s no reason to resist! Spoiling your dog in training can be as easy as talking to it… you just might not realize the impact simple things have on your dog. Give the book a read, then try some of the ideas you’ll find. You’ll be amazed at how much closer and more bonded with your dog you feel!

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Dog Training & Care

2007-02-05T05:10:00.000-08:00

4 Ways In Which You Can Spoil Your Dog Rotten By Doggy Dog.
You spoil your dog as close to rotten as you can get, don’t you? Hey, who doesn’t? It is one thing I enjoy about my master during his dog training sessions. You can do same for your dog if you really want the best from it. There are all of those new doggie day spas, doggie day cares, and other doggie luxury services, but how often can you really afford things like that? I mean, most people rarely have enough cash in the bank to get themselves a surprise manicure and pedicure, much less spring for their dogs to get a quadripedicure. You give it a few scratches behind the ears, rub its belly, and maybe give the dog a massage and splurge on some gourmet treats, but you have to pay rent and eat each month. Your budget just doesn’t allow for constant spoiling of your dog training or no training.

1. Or does it?
You can make the shampoos, fragrances, and skin conditioners the doggie day spas use whenever you want, for a lot less money than you think. You can get lots of tips at ChummyDog. Wouldn’t your dog love to have an at-home spa treatment? Give these recipes a shot the next time you want to pamper that dear dog of yours:
2. Aromatic Dry Shampoo
250 ml (1 cup) cornmeal
250 ml (1 cup) baby/talcum powder
5 ml (1 tsp) rosemary
5 ml (1 tsp) lavender
Combine all of the ingredients in a large, airtight container and let them sit overnight. This will allow the rosemary and lavender to scent the other two ingredients lightly. When ready, sprinkle generously over your dog and brush it into its fur by working your fingers against the lay of its coat. Once it’s worked in thoroughly, use your fingers or a hard rubber brush to massage the dog’s coat in the direction of the fur but working in circles. Brush until the mixture is completely out of the coat. Your dog will smell great, the powder and cornmeal help absorb excess oil and dirt to clean it, and your dog won’t have had to go through the trauma of having a full bath! How great is that? Dog training includes taking good care of your dog.
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Dog Training Practicals Contd.

2007-02-02T04:51:00.000-08:00

2. Know how to care for dog wounds.
Did you know that you shouldn’t use hydrogen peroxide on a bleeding dog wound? Nope. It slows clotting to the area, which means your dog could actually lose more blood than it would if you didn’t use the peroxide at all. In fact, the best way to treat a deep, severely bleeding wound in a dog is to apply a clean cloth and hold it in place for five minutes, then tape the cloth to the wound. That original cloth should never be removed – that also slows clotting – and should instead be layered with more clean cloths if blood soaks through.
3. Know what to do about poisoning in dogs.
Did you know that certain varieties of toads, salamanders, newts, and other amphibians are poisonous (especially to dogs) if licked? Hey, guess who loves to hold little woodland critters in his mouth! Your dog. We dogs just love that! If you notice while training your dog that it is drooling, whining, and wiping at its mouth after a trip into the forest, get it to a clean water source and rinse the dog’s mouth thoroughly. While the poison can be fatal if left in the mouth, it’s fairly easy to cleanse from the tongue and glands. Now imagine all of the scenarios that can happen to the dog you are training, from fractured limbs to choking and everything in between. Do you really want to risk not knowing how to handle them? You don’t have to anymore, since my master has written Secrets to a Healthy and Happy Pooch to help you learn how to cope with nearly any dog emergency as well as have the basis for handling all of the everyday and lifelong problems and situations you’ll face with your dog while training it. From choosing toys to cancer and dog training, it’s all in the book… as well as how to create the most effective first aid kit for dog training and handle the most common emergencies. Listen, even the most experienced dog owner needs a little help and advice now and then. Secrets to a Healthy and Happy Poochis that constant source of help and advice.
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Dog Training Practicals Contd.

2007-02-01T03:56:00.001-08:00

Hi, human friends. I am so sorry I did not show up yesterday.I hope you forgive me for the lapse.This is a continuation of our last topic - Dog Training Practicals. Here We go.

3. You know what a growl means, and your dog knows what a growl means.
If you think that mutually meaningful language doesn’t exist, you’re not thinking creatively enough. And dog training surely needs a lot creativity .What does it say to you when a dog in training growls at you? Anything from “get away from my food” to “back off, dude,” right? Yet in every case, a dog’s growl typically means that it is not happy with whatever you’ve done. And you’ve seen dogs react to other dogs’ growls, right? So you know what a growl means, and your dog knows what a growl means. We dogs do not growl just for the fun of it. Where’s the disconnect? Growl at your dog! No, seriously. The next time my relation starts stepping outside its bounds or doing something you don’t like, growl at it. That's Dog Training per excellence!
A nice, strong, guttural growl that would put the alpha wolf in a pack to shame. While you’re growling, look directly into its eyes. You’re almost guaranteed that it will back off.
4. Instincts save time and communicate effectively.
See that? You worked with your dog's instinct and the information hardwired into its brain, and the result was instantaneous. Correct dog training for you! Why spend tons of time trying to work against that instinct and end up frustrated, angry, and still miscommunications? This approach works in everything from basic discipline to full-on obedience training for dogs. You just need to figure out how to apply it in each of those situations. I’d like to help you learn to apply it, and that’s why I created this blog. While dog training is not a child's play, it can be fun if you go about it the right way.

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Dog Training Practicals.

2007-01-30T09:09:00.001-08:00

4 Things Frustrated Dog Owners Should Know By Doggie Dog
1. Your dog isn’t a human being.
Just because you practice some dog training will not turn us into humans overnight.Unless you believe in pet psychics, there’s really no way for you to read your dog’s mind and figure out exactly what it is thinking even if you have the best books on dog training. The good news is that, like many dog owners and trainers, the problems you’re having can probably be traced to one simple thing: you’re trying to communicate with your dog from a human standpoint, and your dog isn’t a human being. Sure, you know that, but lots of humans try to train their dogs in the ways that they think are rational as humans. The problem is that dogs are driven in every act and every moment by very strong instincts. Your dog training tactics will not change that overnight. Deciphering those instincts and leveraging them to build a productive relationship is like finding the keys to the city.

2. Your dog doesn't speak English.
Take the word “no,” for example. Does your dog speak English? Not understand English. I do not know any of my colleagues who speak French or Russian, not to mention the Chinese language, dog training or no dog training. What’s meaningful to us is your tone of voice, not the word itself. Now let’s think about that – you are taking up excess time training your dog with a word it will never speak and that probably doesn’t mean much to it anyway. Sure, it’s meaningful to you, but that’s only one side of the equation. What about something that’s meaningful to both human and dog? Let’s take growling, for example.
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Dog Training Practicals.

2007-01-30T09:09:00.000-08:00

Dog Training Hints Contd.

2007-01-26T09:32:00.000-08:00

Prepare for Emergencies Beforehand.
If you know exactly what to do in a tough situation or an emergency, you infinitely increase the chances that your dog will be around for a long time to come. And of course, dog training is for healthy dogs, right? Just like you humans, we do not wish to die prematurely.
Do you know what to do when your dear dog is choking? You should lay it on its side and place one hand on its back and the other on the dog’s stomach just behind the rib cage. Using the stomach hand, push in and toward the throat twice, but without too much force. If you can see a foreign object, sweep your fingers through the dog’s mouth to remove it. If the dog is still choking, place your mouth over its nose and exhale until its chest rises. Repeat once, and then thrust two more times. Continue until the dog coughs out the obstruction. Now consider what would happen if it started to choke and you had no clue what to do, then ended up spending 10 minutes calling vets and driving it there. Making sure you’re prepared to care for its health and well-being is a great way to show your dog how much you love it. I am talking from experience here, my dear.

Four Things Frustrated Dog Owners Should Know By Doggy Dog

You’ve probably had a day or two when you felt like your dog just wasn’t paying any attention to you at all, right? Yes, we dogs also have our ‘off days’, dog training or no dog training. You talked, you yelled, you shouted, maybe you jumped up and down and waved your arms, but the dog just wasn’t interested in anything you had to say to it in any tone of voice. You’re not alone. Many have been there as well. But then what do you do in such a situation? Here are some tips to help recover your dear dog’s attention. My human friend used them and they worked! Talk about a good dog trainer!
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Dog Training Hints Contd.

2007-01-25T08:39:00.000-08:00

2. Give Your Dog Special Treats.
Make your dog a special treat from your kitchen! Often you can find recipes that can be a great treat for your dog and you! That is a double plus. Who says we cannot eat the same food?You know that the food needs to be both delicious and nutritious to make sure your dog has as long and happy a life as possible. Plus, Dog Training can only be for healthy dogs, right? Why not try making some homemade treats and dog food that are absolutely packed with all of the vitamins and nutrients it needs? Bake it a delicious, healthy doggie cake for its next birthday (am salivating already), or share a few cookies with it, but remember your dog cannot have human food; chocolate from your chocolate chip cookie could make it sick. Training a sick dog? Must be pure madness!

3. Speak Your Dog’s Language.
Unless you believe in pet psychics, there’s really no way for you to read your dog’s mind and figure out exactly what it is thinking. Dog training however requires a level of understanding between the dog and its trainer. Same for you humans, right? The good news is that, like many dog owners, the problems you’re having can probably be traced to one simple thing: you’re trying to communicate with your dog from a human standpoint, and your dog isn’t a human being. In such a situation, proper dog training cannot take place. Even though we dogs love you humans so much, we just can’t speak your language! Rather than saying “no,” a word that doesn’t really mean anything to a dog, try growling in a deep, throaty voice the next time you’re unhappy with something my relation has done. It will get the message immediately and you won’t have to go through a big, drawn-out battle of wills.
Your Dog will appreciate you meeting it halfway. That is dog training per excellence.

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Caring For Your Dog

2007-01-23T23:59:00.000-08:00

Caring For Your Dog

4 Ways In Which You Can Show Your Dog How Much You Love Him By Doggie Dog
Do you have at least one framed photo of your dog somewhere in your house... or maybe in your wallet? Is your dog pretty darn close to being the very center of your universe? Do you train your dog by spoiling it, respond to its every whimper and cry, and spend hundreds of dollars on gourmet treats? To say that dogs are man's (and woman’s, of course) best friend is anything but a cliché. You might be the most miserable person in the world without a friend to your name... but your dog will treat you like royalty every time you walk through the door(one of the advantages of good dog training). So how do you repay that unconditional love and devotion? There are hundreds of different ways of repaying your dog back in its own coin. We dogs have met and come up with some suggestions to help you out.
In the following series of hints, I will show you the various ways you can show your dog true love and care as well as good training.

1. Spoil Your Dog Rotten.
Are you aware that dog training involves spoiling your dog a little bit?
A lot of people spend a lot of money at chic pet boutiques, dressing their dogs in hundred-dollar sweaters and paying for meticulous pedicures. They buy diamond-studded collars and give their dogs rooms all to themselves. All that is part of dog training! You probably don’t have the budget for things like that, right? You can still spoil your dog with simple, everyday things that cost you the absolute minimum. Next time your dog needs a bath; focus on giving it a massage while you’re working the shampoo into its coat. Take it out for a drive once each week. Or you can take for a walk a bit more often, etc. You will not know how much we dogs appreciate such little things until you bother to ask us.
To be continued tomorrow.
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Dog Training Zone

2007-01-23T07:04:00.000-08:00

Day 2:
Caring For Your Dog

4 Ways In Which You Can Show Your Dog How Much You Love Him By Kingsley Okpoh Do you have at least one framed photo of your dog somewhere in your house... or maybe in your wallet? Is your dog pretty darn close to being the very center of your universe? Do you train your dog by spoiling it, respond to its every whimper and cry, and spend hundreds of dollars on gourmet treats? To say that dogs are man's (and woman’s, of course) best friend is anything but a cliché. You might be the most miserable person in the world without a friend to your name... but your dog will treat you like royalty every time you walk through the door(one of the advantages of good dog training). So how do you repay that unconditional love and devotion? There are hundreds of different ways of repaying your dog back in its own coin. We dogs have met and come up with some suggestions to help you out.
In the following series of hints, I will show you the various ways you can show your dog true love and care as well as good training.
1. Spoil Your Dog Rotten. Are you aware that dog training involves spoiling your dog a little bit?
A lot of people spend a lot of money at chic pet boutiques, dressing their dogs in hundred-dollar sweaters and paying for meticulous pedicures. They buy diamond-studded collars and give their dogs rooms all to themselves. All that is part of dog training! You probably don’t have the budget for things like that, right? You can still spoil your dog with simple, everyday things that cost you the absolute minimum. Next time your dog needs a bath; focus on giving it a massage while you’re working the shampoo into its coat. Take it out for a drive once each week. Or you can take for a walk a bit more often, etc. You will not know how much we dogs appreciate such little things until you bother to ask us.
2. Give Your Dog Special Treats.
Make your dog a special treat from your kitchen! Often you can find recipes that can be a great treat for your dog and you! That is a double plus. Who says we cannot eat the same food?You know that the food needs to be both delicious and nutritious to make sure your dog has as long and happy a life as possible. Plus, Dog Training can only be for healthy dogs, right? Why not try making some homemade treats and dog food that are absolutely packed with all of the vitamins and nutrients it needs? Bake it a delicious, healthy doggie cake for its next birthday (am salivating already), or share a few cookies with it, but remember your dog cannot have human food; chocolate from your chocolate chip cookie could make it sick. Training a sick dog? Must be pure madness!

Day 3:

3. Speak Your Dog’s Language. Unless you believe in pet psychics, there’s really no way for you to read your dog’s mind and figure out exactly what it is thinking. Dog training however requires a level of understanding between the dog and its trainer. Same for you humans, right? The good news is that, like many dog owners, the problems you’re having can probably be traced to one simple thing: you’re trying to communicate with your dog from a human standpoint, and your dog isn’t a human. In such a situation, proper dog training cannot take place. Even though we love you humans so much, we just can’t speak your language! Rather than saying “no,” a word that doesn’t really mean anything to a dog, try growling in a deep, throaty voice the next time you’re unhappy with something my colleague has done. It will get the message immediately and you won’t have to go through a big, drawn-out battle of wills.
Your Dog will appreciate you meeting it halfway!

4. Prepare for Emergencies Beforehand. If you know exactly what to do in a tough situation or an emergency, you infinitely increase the chances that your dog will be around for a long time to come. And of course, dog training is for healthy dogs, right? Just like you humans, we do not wish to die prematurely.
Do you know what to do when your dear dog is choking? You should lay it on its side and place one hand on its back and the other on the dog’s stomach just behind the rib cage. Using the stomach hand, push in and toward the throat twice, but without too much force. If you can see a foreign object, sweep your fingers through the dog’s mouth to remove it. If the dog is still choking, place your mouth over its nose and exhale until its chest rises. Repeat once, and then thrust two more times. Continue until the dog coughs out the obstruction. Now consider what would happen if it started to choke and you had no clue what to do, then ended up spending 10 minutes calling vets and driving it there. Making sure you’re prepared to care for its health and wellbeing is a great way to show your dog how much you love it. I am talking from experience here, my dear.
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Day 4:

4 Things Frustrated Dog Owners Should Know By Kingsley Okpoh You’ve probably had a day or two when you felt like your dog just wasn’t paying any attention to you at all, right? Yes, we dogs also have our ‘off days’, dog training or no dog training. You talked, you yelled, you shouted, maybe you jumped up and down and waved your arms, but the dog just wasn’t interested in anything you had to say to it in any tone of voice. You’re not alone. Many have been there as well. But then what do you do in such a situation? Here are some tips to help recover your dear dog’s attention. My human friend used them and they worked! Talk about a good dog trainer!
1. Your dog isn’t a human being. Just because you practice some dog training will not turn us into humans overnight.Unless you believe in pet psychics, there’s really no way for you to read your dog’s mind and figure out exactly what it is thinking even if you have the best books on dog training. The good news is that, like many dog owners, the problems you’re having can probably be traced to one simple thing: you’re trying to communicate with your dog from a human standpoint, and your dog isn’t a human being. Sure, you know that, but lots of humans try to train their dogs in the ways that they think are rational as humans. The problem is that dogs are driven in every act and every moment by very strong instincts. Your dog training tactics will not change that overnight. Deciphering those instincts and leveraging them to build a productive relationship is like finding the keys to the city.

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2. Your dog doesn't speak English. Take the word “no,” for example. Does your dog speak English? Not understand English. I do not know any of my colleagues who speak French or Russian, not to mention the Chinese language, dog training or no dog training. What’s meaningful to us is your tone of voice, not the word itself. Now let’s think about that – you are taking up excess time training your dog with a word it will never speak and that probably doesn’t mean much to it anyway. Sure, it’s meaningful to you, but that’s only one side of the equation. What about something that’s meaningful to both human and dog? Let’s take growling, for example.
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3. You know what a growl means, and your dog knows what a growl means.
That is dog training. Now we are communicating!
If you think that mutually meaningful language doesn’t exist, you’re not thinking creatively enough. What does it say to you when a dog growls at you? Anything from “get away from my food” to “back off, dude,” right? Yet in every case, a dog’s growl typically means that it is not happy with whatever you’ve done. And you’ve seen dogs react to other dogs’ growls, right? So you know what a growl means, and your dog knows what a growl means. Where’s the disconnect? Growl at your dog! That is correct dog training. Of course, growl only when necessary. You do not want to confuse the poor dog by growling at it all the time, do you?
No, seriously. The next time your dog starts stepping outside its bounds or doing something you don’t like, growl at it. A nice, strong, guttural growl that would put the alpha wolf in a pack to shame. While you’re growling, look directly into the dog’s eyes. You’re almost guaranteed that it will back off. That is dog training per excellence.Day 6:4. Instincts save time and communicate effectively. See that? You worked with the dog’s instinct and the information hardwired into its brain, and the result was instantaneous. Why spend tons of time trying to work against that instinct and end up frustrated, angry, and still miscommunications? This approach works in everything from basic discipline to full-on obedience training for your dog. You just need to figure out how to apply it in each of those situations. If you a looking for everything a dog lover needs then you can't go past the "Dog Lover's Essentials Mega Pack" We highly recommend it: https://paydotcom.com/r/8147/uneeking20/490406

Introducing the Dog Training Zone

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Hi Folks, This is introducing the Dog Training Zone, a forum where dog lovers and dogs like me can interact and also find solutions to our daily doggy problems. Yes, dogs like me too.
Have you guys and ladies ever thought of how discomforting it can be to have people talk on your behalf all the time while never really asking your own opinion? Like some politicians do to their electorate downtown Africa, South America and even sometimes here in good old America? If you have, then you would understand how we dogs feel about same.
On this forum, dogs and our human friends are invited to positively contribute their own quota to better training conditions for the dog race. Heck, we do have a right to live well and get proper dog training after all our contributions to society, ranging from our unalloyed love to our human friends to their protection against the evil deeds of their fellow humans.
To be fair to our human friends, a good number of them do love us dogs back and wish to train their dogs properly. To them we say a big KUDOS! We have however discovered that some humans do not really understand how to go about caring properly for our colleagues living with them especially in the area of dog training, even though they would have loved to. As a result of this situation, some concerned elders in the dog society decided to do something to help out our human friends and by extension, our humble selves. This is how a decision to set up an interactive forum for our human friends and ourselves was arrived at. I, Doggie Dog was assigned the task of moderating the forum and so, will be the lead contributor as well.
My assignments range from moderating this forum to providing our human friends with our ( the dog society’s) views and advices on dog training.
All dog lovers and internet literate dogs like me are therefore hereby advised to bookmark this blog for daily visits as I will be doing everything in my power to bring you very useful information on this page as often as I can.
Thanks for your audience and see you all later. Have yourselves a beautiful doggy day!