Dog Training Dog Obedience Training

How To Get Dog Pee Spots Out Of Your Yard

2010-06-21T05:11:00.000-07:00

Short of taking your dog on a walk every time he has to pee, there is nothing you can do about dog urine spots in your yard.

Or is there?

The Top 8 Easiest Dog Breeds To Train

2010-06-08T07:12:00.000-07:00

If you are looking for a dog or puppy and are wondering "What are the easiest dog breeds to train", then look no further. These aren't necessarily the smartest dogs, but the easiest dogs to train. Intelligence is not the only factor when determining if a dog is easy to train, you are also looking for an eagerness to please, and (believe it or not)a high energy level.

Here is the list of the top 8 easiest dogs to train, and a link to give you more information about the dog breed:

Border Collie

Papillon

Doberman Pinscher

Labrador Retriever

Australian Cattle Dog

Australian Shepherd

Beauceron

Toy Poodles And Poodles

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How To Tell If A Puppy Is Trainable-Will Dog Training Work With My New Dog?

2010-05-04T05:05:00.000-07:00

One question you should be asking yourself, if you are looking at getting a new dog, or a new puppy, is "will dog training work with my new dog?". You may also be asking yourself, "how do I tell if a puppy is trainable?". While nothing is foolproof in this world, there are a couple of tricks you can use to tell if the dog or puppy you are considering will be submissive and if dog training will work. You can do both these tests in less than a couple of minutes, and they are usually good indicators of your dog's future temperament.

As some of you may already know, some dogs are born as alphas, or the leaders of the pack, and some dogs are born as betas, or further down in the pack order. Usually, a dog that is a beta is much easier to train, as they are submissive. While alphas can be trained, it is usually a little more of a challenge, and in some cases it can be a huge challenge

Here are two "tricks of the trade" that will help tell if dog training will be easy with your new dog:

1. Will the dog roll over and show you it's belly? This is the submissive position for your dog, and is an important indicator of whether a dog considers itself lower in the social order than you. You will have to put the dog on it's back yourself and look for the following:

A. Does the dog "fight you" and try to squirm out?

B. Does the dog put it's teeth on you, or actually bite?

If the dog does either of these two, you probably are looking at a dog that is dominant, and she will be a challenge to train.

2. Another good trick to determine whether the dog is submissive or dominant is to stare it down. Lock your eyes on the dogs eyes, and see if the dog looks away or stares back. If you are looking for a submissive dog, you want to choose one that will look away. A dominant dog will, for the most part, stare back at you.

As I wrote at the start of this article, no test is a sure fire indicator of whether a dog is submissive or dominant, but these are usually pretty good indicators. Also, please remember that a dominant dog is not always hard to train, but they can be. The reverse is also true, a submissive dog is not always easier to train, but usually they are. Intelligence is a key factor in dog trainability, and neither of these tests will tell you the intelligence level of a dog. Another important thing to remember is that these tests will not tell you if the dog you are looking at has a bad temper or is unsociable.

Just use these tests as they are intended, to get a pretty good idea of whether or not your dog will be easy to train.

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How To Train Your Dog To Stay-How To Teach Your Dog To Stay

2010-03-17T03:37:00.000-07:00

A short video giving you basic dog training skills on how to train your dog to stay. Training your dog to stay is the basis for a huge portion of other dog commands, and is the command you will probably use the most.

Video Source: YouTube User fordummies

Related Post: How To Train Your Dog To Sit

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How To Train Your Dog To Sit-How To Teach Your Dog To Sit

2010-03-15T03:26:00.000-07:00

Basic dog training series: How To Train Your Dog To Sit-How To Teach Your Dog To Sit

This short video will show you how to to teach your dog to sit:

Video Source: YouTube User" Expert Village

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Dog Training Collars Review

2010-02-26T05:17:00.000-08:00

Dog Training Collars Review

When choosing the type of collar that will assist you in training your dog, it will help you immensely to do your own review of dog training collars. The number and types of dog training collars out there are endless, and being well informed about how each collar works is the first step in a successful training program. You must also decide on which type of training method you plan on utilizing as it will play a big part in the type of dog training collar you choose. If you train your dog using traditional methods, you will want a dog collar that allows you to implement corrections when the dog does something he is not supposed to. However if you train your dog using positive reinforcement, you should choose a collar that allows you some control but you will not require one that is specifically meant for correctional purposes. Let’s take some time to review some of the most popular and well-known types of dog training collars.

Read the reviews HERE

How To Brush Your Dog's Teeth

2010-02-12T04:40:00.000-08:00

Now, what does how to brush your dog's teeth have to do with dog obedience training? Not a lot, really, but brushing your dog's teeth is an important part of dog grooming...

Actually, teaching your dog to let you brush it's teeth is important because:

1. There's nothing worse than bad doggie breath

2. It's just another way for you to show your dog that you are the Alpha. Some dogs will fight the process, and you have to teach them that YOU are in fact the Alpha dog. The first step in dog obedience training is for the dog to learn who the boss is.

Here's a great video on how to brush your dog's teeth:

The Dog Breeds That Are Easiest To Obedience Train

2010-02-11T06:17:00.001-08:00

What are the dog breeds that are easiest to obedience train?

All dogs can learn and all dogs can develop obedience skills. However, some dog breeds have a strong propensity to develop skills, while others respond only to a consistent, persistent effort by someone who knows how to go about it.

Remember that the following is one person's opinion, and there are those that would disagree with some breeds being included in the "hard to train" category,and those that are included in the "easy to train" category.

Visit New Animal Control to see which dog breeds are easiest to obedience train:

View the charts HERE.

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Dogs Best With Children-Which Dog Is Good For My Kid?

2010-02-02T04:37:00.000-08:00

Dogs Best With Children-Which Dog Is Good For My Kid?

If you have kids, and are thinking about getting a dog,you probably want to know "which dog is good for my kid?" We have found an excellent resource to this answer this question. Most dog breeds are listed alphabetically, with a rating next to each...

Dogs Excellent with children
Dogs Usually good with children
Dogs Good when raised with them from puppyhood
Dogs Best with older considerate children
Dogs Not recommended for children

If part of your research before getting a dog is which dogs are best with children, then check out:

Dog Breed Info.com

Happy Hunting!

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How To Take Care Of A New Puppy- Basic Care In The First Weeks

2010-02-01T15:42:00.000-08:00

How To Take Care Of A New Puppy- Basic Care In The First Weeks
When you select the puppy of your dreams, you can take him home without a manual to inform you ways to succeed at raising him. The first night is usually onerous because the puppy can start to miss his Mom and different siblings. He might cry or whine through out the night. One will hardly blame him for his actions.
The pup will want a soft, dry, and safe place to sleep. Maybe throw in an exceedingly cloth or toy that has his litter mates or Mom’s scent on it. If you run to him when he cries, you will be reinforcing the habit. Placing a sheet over the box or crate can get the pup used to going to sleep at that time.
Puppies are mischievous by nature, and like their feline companions, get into everything. Be sure hazardous things like marbles, wires, rocks, and any sort of harmful plants are way out of the puppy’s way.

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What You Can Do About Dog Food Aggression Problems

2010-01-30T03:00:00.000-08:00

One of the more serious issues a dog owner can experience is dog food aggression. When a canine is food aggressive, they will become aggressive towards any humans or other animals in the household that get near their food. This aggressiveness can, in some instances, lead to the animal attacking and biting those that violate it's food space. As an owner, you will need to deal with this issue immediately, before it escalates.

What causes a dog to become food aggressive? In most cases, Rover feels that he is the Alpha Dog, or the leader of the pack. You are not only threatening his food, but also his status as the alpha. He naturally reacts to this by becoming aggressive. If you wish to coexist peacefully with your dog, you will need to take him down a notch or two in the household pecking order. Simply put: You will need to teach him who's boss.

What can you do about dog food aggression?

Before we get into that, let's look at the reasons your canine seems to have food aggression, and what is going through his head:

1. Food is one of the greatest pleasures in a dog's life, and they are basically scavengers, so his instinct may be taking over and telling him that he may not get another meal. His instinct tells him to make sure that he gets all of this one. Alphas don't share their meals.

2. He is confused about who the leader in the household is. As I stated above, he believes that he is the alpha, and he believes that the humans in the household are subordinate.

3. You're the person who is always taking the "good stuff" away, and he may have stopped looking at you as the food provider.

What are the Dog Food Aggression Training techniques?

Before I list the training techniques for dog food aggression, please remember that if you feel physically threatened by your dog, you should call a professional trainer to help you with this.

Here is a list of training techniques which should help your dog overcome her food aggression problem. You can do these in any order, all of them, or only one or two of them. Your goal here is to recondition your dog. You only need to use what works for you and your dog.

1. find the distance from his bowl that your dog is comfortable with, then gradually reduce this distance. Toss a few treats near him as you slowly reduce the distance.

2. When your dog is eating, call him over, and when he gets to you reward him. Make it worth his while then let him go back to the food bowl.

3. Drop a few of your dog's favorite treats into her bowl each time you walk past it. After a while of doing this she will welcome the sight of you approaching the bowl.

4. Hand feed your dog. Eventually you should even be able to stick your hands into your his bowl while he is eating without any sign of aggression.

5. Stroke and pet her while she is eating and at the same time talk to her in a calming tone. All you are doing at this point is showing your dog that it is a good thing for you to be around.

6. Put your dogs bowl down empty. After the initial shock, she will be begging for you to fill it.

Using some, or all of these techniques should cure any dog food aggression problem that your canine may have. As stated above, it is important to enlist the help of professional trainer if you feel physically threatened.

For further information on typical doggie behavior, including a fantastic resource for training how-to's and loads of detailed information on preventing and dealing with problem behaviors, check out Secrets To Dog Training...an absorbing guide that deals with all the subjects a responsible dog-owner could ever want to know about - well worth a look. To visit the Secrets to Dog Training website, just click on the link below:

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The Best Way To Dispose Of Dog Poop And Dog Poop Bags

2010-01-25T07:37:00.000-08:00

What is the best way to dispose of dog poop and get rid of dog poop bags?

Using a biodegradable dog poop bag is the only way to go, as it can take a THOUSAND YEARS for a non biodegradable plastic bag to disintegrate.

So, why is the "flushable" in Biodegradable Flushable Dog Poop Bags important?

Read more by visiting Biodegradable Flushable Dog Poop Bags

Dog Training For Dogs With Behavior Problems-How To Train The Difficult Dog

2010-01-24T05:04:00.000-08:00

Dog Training For Dogs With Behavior Problems

Dogs with behavior problems can be a challenge for any dog owner, and some of these owners might believe that there aren't any dog training techniques you can use to train a difficult dog. This simply isn't true, as virtually any dog can be trained to behave the way you want. You might be surprised to learn why many of these dogs have behavior problems in the first place...

The simple fact is, many times the cause of dog behavior problems rests with the owner, not the dog itself.

The two most important things you need to remember are:

1. A dog has to be taught it is not the alpha dog,and understand it's place in the household. Remember that dogs in the wild live in packs, and that pack social order has not been bred out of them. If your dog understands that it is lower in the pecking order than all the human members of the pack, then you shouldn't have a problem. If she believes she is the Alpha Dog, or top member of the pack, then you will have to teach her that she is not.

2. Nothing pleases a dog more, other than eating,than to see you happy. This is one of the great things that most people forget when trying to train a dog, and you can use this fact to your advantage. Instead of getting upset with your dog when it doesn't perform like you want, remember that, for the most part, your dog will do anything to please you. The only thing you have to do is make your dog understand what makes you happy.

Unfortunately, many people make a few common mistakes when they are trying to train their dog that can lead to training behavior problems. Here are a few of those:

1. Screaming at your dog when he is "bad", or isn't picking up on what you are trying to teach him- You are wasting your time by doing this, and will probably end up with a canine that does the opposite of what you ask, when she can get away with it. Yelling and screaming at your dog when it exhibits bad behavior will not teach her who the Alpha is. In some cases, you could elicit an aggressive response from man's best friend.

2. Spanking your dog- Spanking your dog is ridiculous. Regardless of how smart your dog is, they don't understand it, and you have no way of explaining it to them. Spanking your dog will, in most cases, get you the same responses as number one. Pain and pain avoidance are not always the best motivators for canines.

So, what can you do to cure your dog behavior problems? There are really three things you need:

1. Patience- You must remember that your dog does not have the mental capacity of a grown human being. Sometimes it will take numerous attempts to teach a dog a behavior, or for them to unlearn a bad behavior. Keep at it and don't give up. Also, try to remember that her number one goal is to please you.

2. Consistency- This is extremely important. All the human family members need to react to your dog's bad behavior in the same manner, and the person who is doing most of the training needs to be consistent as the days and weeks go by. Don't change up in midstream, or you will end up with a confused canine who will just revert back to old behaviors.

3. Exercise- Many owners do not realize the importance of this step. It is vital that, if possible, your dog gets exercise every single day. It is also important that you understand that taking your canine to the dog park is not exercise. She is off leash and does what she wants. Exercising your dog consists of a long walk, with you in complete control of her and the situations she gets in to.

If you follow the three steps above, and do your research on specific training techniques for specific training, you will end up with a happy and well adjusted dog. And you will be happy too!

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If You Have A Disobedient Dog-How To Train Your Dog

The Best Dog Training Tips-How To Overcome Dog Training Problems

2010-01-21T08:50:00.000-08:00

When doing your research to get dog training tips and learning how to overcome dog training problems you have probably run into all kinds of specifics and specific training techniques for each behavior. It is also important that you follow some general rules in your dog training program.

Here are seven tips for a great training program:

1. Never give a command that you cannot reinforce immediately if he chooses to disobey you. Every time your dog takes the opportunity to ignore your command, he’s learning that it’s both easier and a lot more fun to ignore you. For example, if you call across the park for him to ‘come’ as he’s playing with some other dogs, the choices are clear-cut to him: he could cut his play-time short and come to you, or he could ignore you – which is easy, since you’re so far away – and continue to have fun.

2. Until your dog is completely reliable with commands, he should be on a long line or retractable lead so that you can enforce them if necessary.

3. Remember to use your voice to the best effect. Praise should be in a light, cheery, happy tone of voice; if possible, smile at the same time. It makes a difference to your tone of voice, and most dogs will study your face to make sense of your expressions, too. Corrections should be uttered in a stern, no-nonsense tone: you don’t need to shout, but your voice should be low and authoritative.

3. When you’re verbally interrupting your dog, it’s more effective to shout, “OI!” or “Ah-ah-ah!” rather than saying, “No”. The sounds are more clear-cut, and you’ll get a better response.

4. Never repeat a command. Remember, you should be training on a leash or a long line: if he ignores you, he gets a short, sharp tug (some call it a ‘flick’) on the lead to remind him that you’re present, and you’re in charge. Repeating yourself teaches him to wait for the command to be repeated at least once before he obeys you.

5. Five to fifteen minutes per day is an adequate amount of time for training. Any more than this in one sitting, and your dog’s concentration will likely lapse: fifteen minutes of intense training, where your dog is concentrating hard on what you want, is enough to send even the most energetic dogs to their beds for a snooze afterwards.

- You can move on to more advanced training and ‘tricks’ if you feel like it, once your dog’s got the basics completely down pat; but it’s not something that you should feel like you have to do.

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The AKC Top Dog Breeds For 2009

2010-01-19T04:15:00.000-08:00

While we can't guarantee that these breeds won't give you dog training behavior problems, we can guarantee that these are the top dog breeds for 2009, according to the American Kennel Club (AKC). These don't include hybrids like Goldendoodles, Labradoodles, etc.

Click on the link to learn more about the breed:

Labrador Retrievers

Golden Retrievers

Yorkshire Terrier

German Shepherds

Beagles

Dachshunds

Boxers

Poodles

Shih Tzus

Miniature Schnauzer

Aggressive Dog Training-How To Deal With Aggressive Dogs

2010-01-17T08:31:00.000-08:00

Aggressive Dog Training-How To Deal With Aggressive Dogs

A dog is an instinctively aggressive creature, and aggressive dog training is the only way to deal with aggressive dogs. In the wild, aggression came in very handy: dogs needed aggression to hunt, to defend themselves from other creatures, and to defend resources such as food, a place to sleep, and a mate. Selective breeding over the centuries has minimized and refined the dog aggression trait significantly, but there’s just no getting around it: dogs are physically capable of inflicting serious harm because that’s how they’ve survived and evolved. And Mother Nature is pretty wily – it’s hard to counteract the power of instinct! But that doesn’t mean that we, as dog lovers and owners, are entirely helpless when it comes to handling our dogs.

There’s a lot that we can do to prevent the aggressive dog trait from rearing its ugly head in the first place – and even if prevention hasn’t been possible (for whatever reason), there are still steps that we can take to recognize and deal with it efficiently.

Different types of Aggressive Dogs - There are several different types of canine aggression. The two most common ones are:

Aggression towards strangers

Aggression towards family members

You may be wondering why we’re bothering categorizing this stuff: after all, dog aggression is dog aggression, and we want to turf it out NOW, not waste time with the details – right? Well … not quite. These two different types of aggressive dogs stem from very different causes, and require different types of Aggressive Dog Training.

Aggression towards strangers - What is it? It’s pretty easy to tell when a dog’s nervy around strange people. He’s jumpy and on the alert: either he can’t sit still and is constantly fidgeting, leaping at the smallest sound, and pacing around barking and whining; or he’s veerrrry still indeed, sitting rock-steady in one place, staring hard at the object of his suspicions (a visitor, the mailman, someone approaching him on the street while he’s tied up outside a store.) Why does it happen? There’s one major reason why a dog doesn’t like strange people: he’s never had the chance to get used to them. Remember, your dog relies 100% on you to broaden his horizons for him: without being taken on lots of outings to see the world and realize for himself, through consistent and positive experiences, that the unknown doesn’t necessarily equal bad news for him, how can he realistically be expected to relax in an unfamiliar situation?

What can I do about it? The process of accustoming your dog to the world and all the strange people (and animals) that it contains is called socialization. This is an incredibly important aspect of your dog’s upbringing: in fact, it’s pretty hard to overemphasize just how important it is. Socializing your dog means exposing him from a young age (generally speaking, as soon as he’s had his vaccinations) to a wide variety of new experiences, new people, and new animals.

How does socialization prevent stranger aggression? When you socialize your dog, you’re getting him to learn through experience that new sights and sounds are fun, not scary. It’s not enough to expose an adult dog to a crowd of unfamiliar people and tell him to “Settle down, Roxy, it’s OK” – he has to learn that it’s OK for himself. And he needs to do it from puppyhood for the lesson to sink in. The more types of people and animals he meets (babies, toddlers, teenagers, old people, men, women, people wearing uniforms, people wearing motorcycle helmets, people carrying umbrellas, etc) in a fun and relaxed context, the more at ease and happy – and safe around strangers - he’ll be in general.

How can I socialize my dog so that he doesn’t develop a fear of strangers? Socializing your dog is pretty easy to do – it’s more of a general effort than a specific training regimen. First of all, you should take him to puppy preschool. This is a generic term for a series of easy group-training classes for puppies (often performed at the vet clinic, which has the additional benefit of teaching your dog positive associations with the vet!). In a puppy preschool class, about ten or so puppy owners get together with a qualified trainer (often there’ll be at least two trainers present – the more there are, the better, since it means you get more one-on-one time with a professional) and start teaching their puppies the basic obedience commands: sit, stay, and so on. Even though the obedience work is very helpful and is a great way to start your puppy on the road to being a trustworthy adult dog, really the best part of puppy preschool is the play sessions: several times throughout the class, the puppies are encouraged to run around off-leash and play amongst themselves. This is an ideal environment for them to learn good social skills: there’s a whole bunch of unfamiliar dogs present (which teaches them how to interact with strange dogs), there’s a whole bunch of unfamiliar people present (which teaches them that new faces are nothing to be afraid of), and the environment is safe and controlled (there’s at least one certified trainer present to make sure that things don’t get out of hand).

Socialization doesn’t just stop with puppy preschool, though. It’s an ongoing effort throughout the life of your puppy and dog: he needs to be taken to a whole bunch of new places and environments. Remember not to overwhelm him: start off slow, and build up his tolerance gradually.

- Aggression towards family members - There are two common reasons why a dog is aggressive towards members of his own human family:

- He’s trying to defend something he thinks of as his from a perceived threat (you). This is known as resource guarding, and though it may sound innocuous, there’s actually a lot more going on here than your dog simply trying to keep his kibble to himself.

- He’s not comfortable with the treatment/handling he’s getting from you or other members of the family. What’s resource guarding? Resource guarding is pretty common among dogs. The term refers to overly-possessive behavior on behalf of your dog: for instance, snarling at you if you approach him when he’s eating, or giving you “the eye” (a flinty-eyed, direct stare) if you reach your hand out to take a toy away from him. All dogs can be possessive from time to time – it’s in their natures. Sometimes they’re possessive over things with no conceivable value: inedible trash, balled up pieces of paper or tissue, old socks. More frequently, however, resource-guarding becomes an issue over items with a very real and understandable value: food and toys.

Why does it happen? It all boils down to the issue of dominance. Let me take a moment to explain this concept: dogs are pack animals. This means that they’re used to a very structured environment: in a dog-pack, each individual animal is ranked in a hierarchy of position and power (or “dominance”) in relation to every other animal. Each animal is aware of the rank of every other animal, which means he knows specifically how to act in any given situation (whether to back down, whether to push the issue, whether to muscle in or not on somebody else’s turf, etc etc). To your dog, the family environment is no different to the dog-pack environment. Your dog has ranked each member of the family, and has his own perception of where he ranks in that environment as well. This is where it gets interesting: if your dog perceives himself as higher up on the social totem-pole than other family members, he’s going to get cheeky. If he’s really got an overinflated sense of his own importance, he’ll start to act aggressively. Why? Because dominance and aggression are the exclusive rights of a superior-ranked animal. No underdog would ever show aggression or act dominantly to a higher-ranked animal (the consequences would be dire, and he knows it!)

Resource guarding is a classic example of dominant behavior: only a higher-ranked dog (a “dominant” dog) would act aggressively in defence of resources. To put it plainly: if it was clear to your dog that he is not, in fact, the leader of the family, he’d never even dream of trying to prevent you from taking his food or toys – because a lower-ranking dog (him) will always go along with what the higher-ranking dogs (you and your family) say.

So what can I do about it? The best treatment for dominant, aggressive behavior is consistent, frequent obedience work, which will underline your authority over your dog. Just two fifteen-minute sessions a day will make it perfectly clear to your dog that you’re the boss, and that it pays to do what you say. You can make this fact clear to him by rewarding him (with treats and lavish praise) for obeying a command, and isolating him (putting him in “time-out”, either outside the house or in a room by himself) for misbehaviour. - If you’re not entirely confident doing this yourself, you may wish to consider enlisting the assistance of a qualified dog-trainer.

- Brush up on your understanding of canine psychology and communication, so that you understand what he’s trying to say – this will help you to nip any dominant behaviors in the bud, and to communicate your own authority more effectively

- Train regularly: keep obedience sessions short and productive (no more than fifteen minutes – maybe two or three of these per day). Why doesn’t my dog like to be handled? All dogs have different handling thresholds. Some dogs like lots of cuddles, and are perfectly content to be hugged, kissed, and have arms slung over their shoulders (this is the ultimate “I’m the boss” gesture to a dog, which is why a lot of them won’t tolerate it.) Others – usually the ones not accustomed to a great deal of physical contact from a very young age – aren’t comfortable with too much full-body contact and will get nervy and agitated if someone persists in trying to hug them.

Another common cause of handling-induced aggression is a bad grooming experience: nail-clipping and bathing are the two common culprits. When you clip a dog’s nails, it’s very easy to “quick” him – that is, cut the blood vessel that runs inside the nail. This is extremely painful to a dog, and is a sure-fire way to cause a long-lasting aversion to those clippers. Being washed is something that a great many dogs have difficulty dealing with – a lot of owners, when confronted with a wild-eyed, half-washed, upset dog, feel that in order to complete the wash they have to forcibly restrain him. This only adds to the dog’s sense of panic, and reinforces his impression of a wash as something to be avoided at all costs – if necessary, to defend himself from it with a display of teeth and hackles.

Can I “retrain” him to enjoy being handled and groomed? In a word: yes. It’s a lot easier if you start from a young age – handle your puppy a lot, get him used to being touched and rubbed all over. Young dogs generally enjoy being handled – it’s only older ones who haven’t had a lot of physical contact throughout their lives that sometimes find physical affection difficult to accept. Practice picking up his paws and touching them with the clipper; practice taking him into the bath (or outside, under the faucet – whatever works for you, but warm water is much more pleasant for a dog than a freezing spray of ice-water!), and augment the process throughout with lots of praise and the occasional small treat.

For an older dog that may already have had several unpleasant handling/grooming experiences, things are a little more difficult. You need to undo the damage already caused by those bad experiences, which you can do by taking things very slowly – with an emphasis on keeping your dog calm. The instant he starts to show signs of stress, stop immediately and let him relax. Try to make the whole thing into a game: give him lots of praise, pats, and treats. Take things slowly. Don’t push it too far: if you get nervous, stop. Dogs show aggression for a reason: they’re warning you to back off, or else! If your dog just can’t seem to accept being groomed, no matter how much practice you put in, it’s best to hand the job over to the professionals. Your vet will clip his nails for you (make sure you tell him first that he gets aggressive when the clippers come out, so your vet can take the necessary precautions!). As far as washing and brushing goes, the dog-grooming business is a flourishing industry: for a small fee, you can get your dog washed, clipped, brushed, and whatever else you require by experienced professionals (again, make sure you tell them about your dog’s reaction to the experience first!)

For further information on typical doggie behavior, including a fantastic resource for training how-to's and loads of detailed information on preventing and dealing with problem behaviors, check out Secrets To Dog Training...an absorbing guide that deals with all the subjects a responsible dog-owner could ever want to know about - well worth a look. To visit the Secrets to Dog Training website, just click on the link below:

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Dog Training Tips And Dog Obedience Tips

Does Your Dog Eat Grass? Why Dogs Eat Grass

2010-01-14T06:13:00.000-08:00

My Dog eats grass. Your Dog eats grass. A huge percentage of dogs eat grass. Dogs have been eating grass since the first dog walked the earth with few side effects, aside from the odd bout of vomiting.

Nobody really knows why dogs eat grass. There are a wide variety of theories as to why animals that are widely regarded as carnivores would willingly consume moderate quantities of grass. One of these theories is that dogs are not, actually, carnivores, or meat eaters. They’re omnivores, which means literally, “eat anything”. The theory is that the modern-day dog eats grass in a deliberate attempt to supplement his diet with nutrients that are missing from his daily meals. The main thrust of this argument centers around the idea that dogs, as omnivorous animals, are eating too much meat and need to balance this out with some greens on the side.

So dogs eat grass to satisfy their need for greens, just like you or I might crave a salad to go with our steak??

I'm not sure this is the case. First of all, most of us feed our dogs primarily dog food, which contains the full spectrum of fully-absorbable nutrients that dogs require. If you’re feeding your dog on meat alone, whether canned or fresh, there may be some substance to this theory – dogs need a wide range of vitamins and minerals for optimum health, most of which are not contained within fresh meat. It’s true that canned meat has some added nutrients; the main problem with canned food is that it’s too soft and jelly-like to maintain healthy teeth and bowels. Dogs fed primarily on canned food are far more prone to developing dental disease at a relatively early age (not to mention an increased incidence of constipation and flatulence, from the lack of fiber and roughage). As far as dog food goes, unless your dog’s on a specific, prescribed diet, dog food should constitute the main part of his diet – you can add a few spoonfuls of canned meat for variety and temptation, if you like.

Another popular theory is that dogs use grass as a sort of natural emetic: that, since a nauseous dog lacks the phalangeal structure necessary for the good old ‘finger down the throat’ move, he’ll resort to nature’s bounty as an alternative. It’s true that grass does sometimes make dogs vomit – those tickly stems can irritate the stomach lining, and there have been a few occasions when I’ve seen dogs vomit up a chunk of something that’s proved to be indigestible, and along with the offending article, there’s also been a clump of grass in the vomit too. However – and I’m sorry to pour cold water over this one too – I have to say that this is pure conjecture, and somewhat nonsensical conjecture at that. Dogs are perfectly capable of vomiting all by themselves, without the assistance of grass; I’ve seen too many dogs enjoying a post-prandial mouthful of mixed lawn greens, without any regurgitational side effects, to lend the theory any credence.

If you’re worried that eating grass is going to hurt your dog, you can lay that concern to rest right now. The one possible downside is that he’ll irritate his throat or stomach lining, but this issue will only cause him strife for a second or two at most: he’ll either cough the problem away, or will toss his cookies without further ado (which rarely bothers most dogs). Really, dog grass eating is nothing to worry about – it’s a life-long habit with many dogs, and if yours does decide that it’s no longer in his best interests, he’ll simply stop eating it all by himself.

You may need to keep an eye on him around recently treated lawns, or anywhere where nasties like pesticides, snail bait, and rat poison could be around, since most garden chemicals are highly toxic to dogs. Ideally, you’d be keeping an eye on him anyway if he’s around those substances, but grass-eaters are at higher risk than most since they’re more likely to ingest plant matter that herbicides and other toxic chemicals have been sprayed onto. In addition to this, it’s also best if he’s kept away from those clumps of dried-out grass that lie around on the lawn after it’s been freshly mowed. It shouldn’t be a problem if the grass is mowed by a push-mower; but if it’s been through a gas-operated machine, the grass will be tainted with petrol fumes and grease, which at best will taste horrible and at worst can make him pretty sick. (Fortunately for your peace of mind and your dog’s peace of digestive tract, all but the most food-obsessed dogs will usually spurn this smelly fare in favor of clean, fresh grass.)

If your dog’s grass eating is really bothering you, presumably this is out of concern for your lawn, rather than your dog, since there’s ample evidence that dogs suffer no adverse effects from frequent grassy snacks. There are a couple of things you can try doing to reduce his desire to supplement his diet with eatables from the backyard – but, because this is one area of dogdom that nobody really knows that much about (scientists are frankly mystified by the appetite of the average dog for verdure), the success rate is more hit-and-miss than guaranteed: * Try varying his diet slightly. Unlike humans, dogs do not need a widely varied diet to keep them “interested” in food; they’re creatures of routine, and diet is no exception to this rule. However, since one of the theories that attempts to explain why dogs eat grass is centered around a lack of nutritional variety, you can try introducing various tasty vegetables into his food: most dogs enjoy tomatoes, carrots (either steamed or raw) and chopped apples. Be sure to stay well away from grapes, raisins, and onions, since these are toxic to dogs. * Supervise him whenever he’s around grass. This may not be a particularly user-friendly option, especially for off-lead walks; you’ll have to keep a real eagle-eye on your canine walking buddy to make sure he’s not making a dash for the greenery.

Realistically, there’s not really a lot you can do about your dog’s grass eating habit (aside from deny him access to grass utterly, which wouldn’t be fair to your dog and would make your daily dog-walking expeditions more of an exercise in frustration than a relaxing stroll). The general consensus from the experts seems to be that grass-eating, although somewhat of an enigmatic pastime to us humans, is just ‘one of those things’ as far as your dog is concerned. It won’t do him any harm, and you can be sure that if he’s eating it, he’s enjoying it – so there’s really not a lot to be said for depriving him of that simple pleasure. Furthermore, and in addition to the logistics of permitting this penchant, I’ve got to say that watching your dog ripping up and chewing generous mouthfuls of turf with an expression of half-lidded bliss on his face can provide you (and passersby) with some unexpected entertainment when the two of you are out and about together!

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How To Train A Dog Not To Chew Everything-Stop A Destructive Chewing Dog

Three Common Dog Training Mistakes-And How To Avoid Them!

2010-01-08T03:23:00.000-08:00

Many dog owners try to train their dog at home without the use of a professional, and this is great. We still believe that the best dog trainer for your dog is YOU...because your dog trusts you more than anyone. The problem is this: dog training is almost an exact science, and you do need some training before you can do some dog training.

Make sense?

Here are the three most common mistakes that dog owners make when trying to train their dog themselves:

The first dog training mistake we see is owners giving the heel command and snapping or tugging the dog's leash at the same time. This is a natural action for a dog owner, you are trying to get the dog to go where you want it to go. Unfortunately, it doesn't teach the dog to heel, it teaches the dog that when she hears the heel command she is going to get her collar (and neck) jerked. This only confuses the dog, as she doesn't know what she did to deserve it.

The second common dog obedience training mistake is a biggie: using the command "down" when you want a dog to get "off". This one really confuses your dog. You have to use the "off" command, because to a dog "down" means to lay down. Imagine this scenario: your dog is laying on the couch and you tell him to get down. Wait a minute, in dog world he already is down. This is why you have to use the "off" command when you want the dog to get off of something, and why your dog tries to get in your lap and lay down when you use the "down" command when he is giving you an affection attack.

The third common dog training mistake might take you by surprise, but you have probably done it, as have most anyone trying to train their dog, and that is bending over your dog's head or getting in his face when giving a command or scolding him for a bad deed, While you are looking for obedience or the correct performance of a given task, what you are going to get is a dog that will shy away, and in some cases, becomes aggressive. While you are trying to correct your dog, you are in fact intimidating her. This will make for an unhappy dog, and unhappy dogs do not want to perform for you.

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How To Stop Dog Food Aggression Or Canine Possession Aggression

2010-01-04T15:09:00.000-08:00

Dog food aggression, or Canine Possession Aggression,is one of the more serious dog behavior problems and needs to be dealt with quickly once your dog shows the signs. Basically, your dog is trying to assert it's status as the alpha dog, and you just can't let this happen.

It doesn't make sense that your dog would consider you a threat, but you are not only threatening his food, but his alpha dog status. If your dog is growling, snarling, barking, nipping at you, or anything else that can be considered aggressive behavior, you are going to have to get a handle on it right now.

It seems really cute when your new puppy is growling over a toy or her food, but this could be the start of Canine Possession Aggression, and could lead to a case of dog food aggression.

What can you do about dog food aggression or Canine Possession Aggression?

First. let's look at the reasons your dog seems to have dog food aggression, and what he is probably thinking.

1. Your dog is confused about who the leader in the household is. Your dog thinks he is the alpha dog.

2. Food is one of the biggest pleasures in a dog's life, and dogs are basically scavengers, so your dog's instinct may be taking over and telling him that he may not get another meal for awhile.

3. You're the person who is always taking the "good stuff" away, and your dog may stop looking at you as the food provider.

Dog Food Aggression Training Techniques:

Before we go into the training techniques for dog food aggression, please remember that if you feel physically threatened by your dog, you should call a professional to at least get the process started.

Here is a list of training techniques which should help your dog overcome her dog food aggression. You can do these in any paticular order, all of them, or only one or two of them. Your goal here is to recondition your dog.

1. Stand at a distance from the dog bowl that your dog is comfortable with, then gradually reduce this distance. Toss a few treats near your dog as you slowly reduce the distance.

2. When your dog is eating, call him over to you, when he gets to you reward him, make it worth his while then let him back to the food bowl.

3. Drop a few of your dog's favorite treats into her bowl each time you walk past it. After a while of doing this your dog will welcome the sight of you approaching the bowl.

4. Hand feed your dogs. Eventually you should even be able to stick your hands into your dogs bowl while he is eating without any sign of aggression.

5. Stroke and pet your dog while he is eating and at the same time talk to him in a calming tone. All you are doing at this point is showing your dog that it is a good thing for you to be around.

6. Put your dogs bowl down empty. After the initial shock, she will be begging for you to fill it.

You should be able to kick your dog's dog food aggression problem in a short period of time if you are firm and consistent with her training.

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Dog Digging-Can You Stop A Digging Dog?

2009-12-27T06:03:00.000-08:00

There are two opinions when it comes to dog digging, and they are on the opposite extremes. One extreme is that dogs will be dogs, and if you own a digging dog it is bred into them and there is absolutely nothing you can do about. The other extreme is, of course, that a dog can be trained to do, or not to do,anything...and this includes digging.

So, can you stop a digging dog?

I tend to take a middle ground when it comes to dog digging. I believe that an attempt should be made to stop a digging dog with proper training, but I also believe that SOME dogs (like "runners") are natural diggers and there isn't a doggone thing you can do about it.

I don’t see why a dog should have to come at the price of a garden, and vice versa: flowers and dogs can coexist peacefully. If your dog’s developed a taste for digging, it’ll just take a bit of time (and some crafty ingenuity) on your part to resolve the issue satisfactorily.

First of all, if you have yet to adopt a dog and your concern for the fate of your flower-beds is purely hypothetical, consider the breed of dog that you’d like. If you’ve got your eye on a specific mixed-breed dog, what seems to be the most prominent? The reason that I ask is simply because breed often plays a significant role in any given dog’s personal valuation of digging as a rewarding pastime – terriers and Nordic breeds in particular (Huskies, Malamutes, some members of the Spitz family) seem to particularly enjoy digging. Of course, when you get right down to the sum and substance, each dog is first and foremost an individual, and there’s no guaranteed way to predict whether or not your chosen familial addition is going to be a burrower or not. But if you’re trying to reduce the likelihood of an involuntarily-landscaped garden as much as possible, I suggest you stay away from all breeds of terrier (the name means “go to earth”, after all!) and the Nordic breeds.

Why do dogs dig? In no particular order, here are some of the more common reasons that a dog will dig:

* Lack of exercise. Digging is a good way for a hyped-up, under-exercised dog to burn off some of that nervous energy.

* Boredom. Bored dogs need a “job” to do, something rewarding and interesting, to help the time pass by.

* Digging is often the ideal solution for a bored dog: it gives him a sense of purpose, and distracts him from an otherwise-empty day.

* The need for broader horizons. Some dogs are just escape artists by nature – no matter how much exercise and attention they get, it’s nearly impossible to confine them. For a four-legged Houdini, it’s not the digging in itself that’s the reward, it’s the glorious unknown that exists beyond the fenceline.

* Separation anxiety. To a dog that’s seriously pining for your company, digging under those confining walls represents the most direct path to you. Separation anxiety is an unpleasant psychological issue relatively common among dogs – but because it’s so complex, we won’t be dealing with it in this article.

Curbing the habit Many of the reasons contributing to your dog’s desire to dig suggest their own solutions: if your dog’s not getting enough exercise (generally speaking, at least forty-five minutes’ worth of vigorous walking per day), take him for more walks. If he’s bored, give him some toys and chews to play with during your absence, and wear him out before you leave so he spends most of the day snoozing. An escape-artist dog might need to be crated, or at least kept inside the house where he’s less likely to be able to break free. For those dogs who just like to dig as a pastime in itself, though, here are a few basic tips for controlling inappropriate digging as much as is reasonably possible:

* Restrict your dog’s access. This is the most effective thing you can do: if he’s never in the yard without active supervision, there’s no opportunity for digging. * Use natural deterrent. 99.9% of dogs will shy back, horrified, from the prospect of digging anywhere that there’s dog poop. Even the ones who like to eat poop (a condition known as coprophagia) generally won’t dig anywhere near it – it offends their basic, fastidious dislike of soiling their coat and paws.

* Use nature’s own wiles. If the digging is bothering you because it’s upsetting the more delicate blooms in your garden, plant hardier blossoms: preferably, those with deep roots and thorny defenses. Roses are ideal.

* A more time-consuming, but super-effective way of handling the issue: roll up the first inch or two of turf in your yard, and lay down chicken-wire underneath it. Your dog won’t know it’s there until he’s had a few tries at digging, but once he’s convinced himself that it’s pointless (which won’t take long), he’ll never dig in that yard again.

Accept your dog’s need for an outlet: give him a place to dig If your dog is set on tunneling your yard into a grassless, crater-studded lunar landscape, but you’re equally determined to prevent this from happening at all costs, please take a moment to consider before embarking on a grueling and time-consuming preventative strategy. Setting yourself the goal of eradicating all digging behavior, period, is pretty unrealistic: it’s not fair on you (since, really, you’re setting yourself up for failure), and it’s not really fair on your poor dog either – if he’s a true-blue digger, it’s just part of his personality, and he needs at least some opportunity to express that. But a lawn and a dog don’t have to be mutually exclusive: the most humane and understanding thing for you to do in this case is simply to redirect his digging energy. You do this by allocating him an area where he’s allowed to dig as much as he pleases. Once this zone’s been established, you can make it crystal-clear that there’s to be absolutely no digging in the rest of the yard – and you can enforce your rules with a clear conscience, since you know your dog now has his own little corner of the world to turn upside down and inside out as he chooses.

But what if you don’t have a “spare corner” of the yard? What if the whole thing, grass, flowerbeds, and gravel path, is just too dear to your heart? That’s OK too – invest in a sandbox, which you can place anywhere in the garden. You can even make one yourself (the deeper, the better, obviously). Fill it with a mixture of sand and earth, and put some leaves or grass on top if you like - get your dog interested in it by having a scratch around yourself, until he gets the idea. Make sure the boundaries are clear To make it clear to him that the sandbox is OK but that everywhere else is a no-dig zone, spend a little time supervising him. When he starts to dig in the box (you can encourage this by shallowly burying a few choice marrowbones in there), praise him energetically – and if he starts digging anywhere else, correct him straight away with an “Ah-ah-aaaah!” or “No!”. Then, redirect him immediately to the sandbox, and dole out vociferous praise when digging recommences. To really clarify the lesson, give him a treat when digging gets underway in the sandbox – the close proximity between the correction (for digging out of the sandbox) and praise/reward (for digging in the sandbox) will ensure that your point strikes home.

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How To Train A Dog Not To Chew Everything-Stop A Destructive Chewing Dog

2009-12-17T03:56:00.000-08:00

In the dog world, the act of chewing seems to be a matter of individual taste. Some dogs like to chew and will chew everything they can get their little paws on, and some dogs could care less about chewing, and will only do so if they are bored to tears. If you are unlucky enough to own a dog that loves to chew, then you know that the phrase "destructive chewing" is just a tad redundant. Any chewing the dog does is going to be destructive. So, how do you stop destructive chewing?

We will get to that in a moment. First, we should tell you why dogs chew. Here are the three main reasons:

- Most dogs have a natural desire to chew. They just can't help themselves. It's fun, and in many cases, what the dog is chewing tastes good to them.

- For an anxious or nervous dog, chewing provides relief and comfort. Chewing for a dog is just like comfort food for a human.

- Chewing expends nervous energy or relieves boredom for a dog. Dogs need something to do, and if you are not exercising your dog enough, chewing is a great release for them.

Rest assured, if you have a dog that likes to chew and is into destructive chewing, it is for one of these reasons. Your dog is NOT chewing just to make you mad, to see your reaction, or to get back at you when you leave them alone. Really.

Fortunately, there are many steps you can take to stop destructive chewing. Here are the top six steps to stop a dog from chewing:

1. Dog proof your home. The best rule is this: If it's on the floor it belongs to the dog, anything else belongs to you. It is fairly simple to teach your dog this rule. Remember though, that food doesn't work in this equation. Dogs are opportunistic and will grab any food they can get, if they think they can get away with it.
Items that are still within a dog's reach might be sacrificed until your dog learns the boundaries, so if you are not going to use the "on the floor is your rule", you need to put anything away you don't want chewed up.

2. Don't set up your dog for failure by blurring the boundaries between her stuff and your stuff. Don't give her one of your old shoes, and then expect her to no the difference between the shoes she can chew and the shoes she can't chew.

3. Don't let your dog feel the joy of illegal chewing in the first place. Keep your dog confined in a dog proofed area until you have taught him the difference between your stuff and his stuff.

4. Spend a lot of time in active supervision of your dog, and make sure she gets plenty of exercise. Remember, this isn't a goldfish you own, and your dog requires companionship.

5. Provide your dog with lots of tasty alternatives to chew on. Toys and treats work really well. Most dogs do have the desire to chew, and if you own a puppy, the need is even more pronounced.

6. When you do catch your dog chewing on something they aren't supposed to, interrupt the behavior by making a loud noise, like clapping your hands , or yell out "Oi" or “Ah-ah-aaaah!”. Immediately provide your dog with one of his toys and praise him as soon as it is in his mouth.

The final word on how to stop your dog from chewing stuff up is to be realistic with your expectations. Your dog is going to mistakes, and needs time to learn the rules.

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Train A Dog Like The Dog Whisperer

2009-12-16T03:43:00.000-08:00

If you are a pet owner and haven't been living under a rock for the last few years, you know who the dog whisperer is. In case you haven't seen the TV show, Cesar Millan is the dog whisperer, the ultimate dog trainer, and each week he is introduced to, and trains in just a few minutes, some of the worst behaved dogs in the world. How does he do it?

There are some who would say that his shows are staged, and of course they are to an extent. If you really pay attention to his shows, however, you will see that he DOES have this certain way with almost all dogs. Fortunately for you, this big secret of his really isn't a big secret at all. If he were here, he would probably be the first to admit it. The secret of the dog whisperer is this: he understands dog behavior, he understands a dog's absolute need for a lot of exercise, and he understands "people behavior".

The reason the dog whisperer is the ultimate dog trainer is that he understands and uses a dogs pack mentality and the basic form of dog communication: body language. This is really the basic secret to dog training, understanding that dogs communicate with body language, and they react to their human owners body language more than anything else. Most dogs will operate on instinct, and a lot of their habits are nothing more than the result of the rules of the pack. What you need to understand is that most of the "bad habits" your dog has are the result of your behavior, not becuase you just own a "bad dog". Another important point here is that, although it may seem lke it sometimes, dogs do not do things to get even with you or just to upset you! Virtually everything a dog does has its root cause in a dog's instinct or is the result of your actions or your reactions to a dog's behavior.

What all this means is that learning to train your dog is nothing more than asserting yourself as the alpha dog in the pack, and learning to communicate with your dog via body language, and understanding your dog's body language.

It sounds complicated, but like the TV show, it is really a short and fairly simple process.

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How To Get Rid Of Dog Urine Odor

2009-12-15T04:58:00.000-08:00

How To Get Rid Of Dog Urine Odor

If you own a dog or cat, then you have, or have had, pet urine odors. Even the best trained dog or cat is going to make a mistake now and then, or they get sick and just can't control themselves.

With the trend toward green products, you might be looking for a dog urine remover and pet odor remover that is free from harmful chemicals and safe for the enviroment. You might be a do it yourself fanatic that likes to make your own household cleaning items.

No matter what your reason for looking for this product, we have a Pet Urine Remover and Pet Urine Odor Remover that you can make yourself with common items you have around the house, or can get cheaply at the store.

And, best of all, this product works and works just as well as anything you can find at the store. In most cases, it works better.

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Train Your Dog To Stop Barking

2009-12-09T05:17:00.000-08:00

If you are looking for ways to train your dog to stop barking, you will probably find that stop barking methods are as numerous as the reasons dogs bark. Some of the "train your dog to stop barking" methods work like a charm, and some don't.

We have found the two ways to train your dog to stop barking listed below to be the most effective, as you are basically playing on your dogs pack mentality and showing him who the alpha dog, or boss, of the pack is. That is the number one thing you must remember when dog training or teaching your dog obedience training...you are the leader of the pack and your dog must learn to follow your lead. It is your dog's instinct to please the alpha dog and leader of the pack, so all you have to do is show him what pleases and displeases you.

Read on...

Train Your Dog To Stop Barking

One thing you must know before you try to train your dog to stop barking is this: your dog could quite possibly have situational barking bred into him. If he is from a Guard Dog breed, like a German Shepherd, Rottweiler, or a Doberman, he is going to bark when someone approaches you. If he is from a Hunting Breed, he is going to bark in certain situations. There really isn't much you can do about it.
What we are more concerned with here, is the dog that barks just to hear himself talk, or the dog that barks at you or other household members in an attempt to get his way.

Train Your Dog To Stop Barking

There are two easy methods to train your dog not to bark, and neither involves shock collars or anything of the sort. Your relationship with your dog is based on mutual respect, and one of the first things you need to do is to make sure she understands who the alpha dog, or pack leader, is. YOU are supposed to be the alpha, and if she thinks she is, you have a serious problem, The first method you can use to stop barking will not only stop it, but will also show her who the alpha is.

When your dog is barking, for whatever reason, don't say a word. Approach your dog and gently, but firmly, grasp her snout. Many dogs will try to back away or wriggle free. Use your other hand to hold her collar, and continue to grasp her snout until she stops trying to get away from you. Once she has stayed calm for a few seconds, let go of her and give her a little light praise. Don't make a big deal of it, just tell her she is a good girl. If she starts barking again, repeat everything above. You are not only stopping her from barking by grabbing her snout, you are showing her who is in charge.

The other method to stop barking works well when your dog is trying bully you, or get something from you, by barking at you. In this case, you are going to ignore him. You are not just going to just ignore him, you are going to cross your arms, turn your back on him, and not acknowledge his presence in any way. Make a big deal out of it. Continue to do this until he stops barking, even if it takes a few minutes or so. This method requires patience and consistency. If you give in, even once, you will find yourself back at square one, as you have only taught your dog to bark louder or longer to get your attention.

If you follow the two methods as I have outlined, you should be able to eradicate most, if not all, problem barking from your dog's behavior.

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How To Housebreak A Puppy-Housebreaking A Puppy

2009-11-30T04:24:00.000-08:00

One of the biggest challenges a dog owner faces is housebreaking a new puppy. While you might think that housebreaking a puppy is nothing more than potty training a dog, it is actually so much more than that. Housebreaking actually entails not only potty training a dog, but also teaching your dog all the rules of the house, what is acceptable dog behavior, and what is unacceptable dog behavior.

While dog training can be a challenge for a novice, it is actually pretty easy if you have a plan and do a little research first. Fortunately, dogs want to please their owners, so what you are really doing is teaching your dog how to please you. It's that simple.

The best Puppy training methods use positive reinforcement to housebreak a puppy and train a dog. Gone are the days of shock collars and other medieval methods. Once again, your sole purpose here is to show your dog what pleases you. Dogs are quick learners, especially when the subject is something they are interested in...and pleasing you is definitely a subject they are interested in.

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The Best Dog Trainer For Your Dog

2009-11-27T02:45:00.000-08:00

Now that you have your new dog, or you have been thinking that your dog's behavior isn't really as good as it should be, you need to have an understanding of why dog training is so important for you and your dog. Dog training and dog obedience training isn't really a hard thing to do, because the number one thing your dog cares about is pleasing you! Well...other than food. Broken down to it's most simplest form , dog training is nothing more than you learning how to communicate your wishes to your dog. In fact, most of the training that takes place during dog training is your training.

Dog obedience training is definitely something you can do yourself. As the dog's owner you have the best relationship possible with your dog, and she will respond best to you for her pet dog training. It isn't necessary to hire and pay a "professional" dog trainer hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars to teach your pet dog obedience. There are plenty of dog training books, online dog training courses, and dog training tips available to you that will allow you to teach your dog obedience for well under a hundred dollars or so.

any people believe that puppy training is the most important thing, and that you "can't teach an old dog new tricks". This couldn't be further from the truth. You can teach your dog obedience at any age, and in the case of an older dog, you will probably find that you have to train yourself more than you do your dog. Home dog training, when you are not working with a puppy, is just as much about breaking yourself of bad habits, as it is your dog's behavior. Your dog follows your lead, so to speak, so you have to train yourself too.

Regardless of your dog's "problem", or bad dog behavior, there is a resource out there to correct it using home dog training methods. If you follow everything to the letter in the dog training book or dog training course you are using, you can easily get the desired result or change in your dog's behavior. This will make you happy, and as a result, will make your dog happy. You will be surprised at the change in your dog just from you cutting back on your anxiety level about your dog's behavior.

It may seem like a "chicken or egg first" situation, but it really isn't. Dog training is just a matter of telling your dog what you want him to do, and when she sees your pleasure , she will correct her dog behavior.

The bottom line is this: Dog Training and Dog Obedience isn't rocket science. Once YOU have received the proper training, you can communicate to your dog what the proper behavior is.

Dog training is all about positive reinforcement and getting your dog to want to do the right thing. It takes time and patience, and it IS an exact science. If you need more information on dog training and performing dog obedience training correctly, visit This Dog Training Website.

The Three Most Common Dog Training Mistakes-How To Train Your Dog Yourself

2009-11-26T05:46:00.000-08:00

You have a bad dog, don't you? Well, your dog isn't really bad, he is just so doggone dog like! What's a dog owner to do?

Obedience training or dog training is one of the most important things dog owners can do for their dogs, and for the sake of their own sanity. Unfortunately, a lot of dog owners think that training a dog isn't an exact science, and they believe that mistakes made in training can be easily overcome (just like with children). Although it might be hard to believe, dogs are not as smart as humans, and if you use the wrong techniques when dog training you are not going to get the desired results.

Let's go over three common mistakes dog owners make when attempting to give obedience training to their dog.

The first dog training mistake we see is owners giving the heel command and snapping or tugging the dog's leash at the same time. This is a natural action for a dog owner, you are trying to get the dog to go where you want it to go. Unfortunately, it doesn't teach the dog to heel, it teaches the dog that when she hears the heel command she is going to get her collar (and neck) jerked. This only confuses the dog, as she doesn't know what she did to deserve it.

The second common dog obedience training mistake is a biggie: using the command "down" when you want a dog to get "off". This one really confuses your dog. You have to use the "off" command, because to a dog "down" means to lay down. Imagine this scenario: your dog is laying on the couch and you tell him to get down. Wait a minute, in dog world he already is down. This is why you have to use the "off" command when you want the dog to get off of something, and why your dog tries to get in your lap and lay down when you use the "down" command when he is giving you an affection attack.

The third common dog training mistake might take you by surprise, but you have probably done it, as has most anyone trying to train their dog, and that is bending over your dog's head or getting in his face when giving a command or scolding him for a bad deed, While you are looking for obedience or the correct performance of a given task, what you are going to get is a dog that will shy away, and in some cases, becomes aggressive. While you are trying to correct your dog, you are in fact intimidating her. This will make for an unhappy dog, and unhappy dogs do not want to perform for you.

Dog training is all about positive reinforcement and getting your dog to want to do the right thing. It takes time and patience, and it IS an exact science. If you need more information on dog training and performing dog obedience training correctly, visit This Dog Training Website.

Dog Training Tips And Dog Obedience Tips

2009-10-12T13:18:00.000-07:00

Dog Training Tips And Dog Obedience Tips

Here are some tips for a good dog training program:

-Never give a command that you cannot reinforce immediately if he chooses to disobey you. Every time your dog takes the opportunity to ignore your command, he’s learning that it’s both easier and a lot more fun to ignore you. For example, if you call across the park for him to ‘come’ as he’s playing with some other dogs, the choices are clear-cut to him: he could cut his play-time short and come to you, or he could ignore you – which is easy, since you’re so far away – and continue to have fun.

-Until your dog is completely reliable with commands, he should be on a long line or retractable lead so that you can enforce them if necessary.

- Remember to use your voice to the best effect. Praise should be in a light, cheery, happy tone of voice; if possible, smile at the same time. It makes a difference to your tone of voice, and most dogs will study your face to make sense of your expressions, too. Corrections should be uttered in a stern, brook-no-nonsense tone: you don’t need to shout, but your voice should be low and authoritative.

- When you’re verbally interrupting your dog, it’s more effective to shout, “OI!” or “Ah-ah-ah!” rather than saying, “No”. The sounds are more clear-cut, and you’ll get a better response.

- Do not repeat a command. Remember, you should be training on a leash or a long line: if he ignores you, he gets a short, sharp tug (some call it a ‘flick’) on the lead to remind him that you’re present, and you’re in charge. Repeating yourself teaches him to wait for the command to be repeated at least once before he obeys you.

- Five to fifteen minutes per day is an adequate amount of time for training. Any more than this in one sitting, and your dog’s concentration will likely lapse: fifteen minutes of intense training, where your dog is concentrating hard on what you want, is enough to send even the most energetic dogs to their beds for a snooze afterwards.

- You can move on to more advanced training and ‘tricks’ if you feel like it, once your dog’s got the basics completely sussed; but it’s not something that you should feel like you have to do.

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If You Have A Disobedient Dog-How To Train Your Dog

2009-10-12T13:04:00.000-07:00

There’s a difference between disobedience and incomprehension. If your dog isn’t obeying a command because he doesn’t understand what it is you want him to do, that’s not a behavioral problem at all; it simply means that you need to spend some more time together in training.

True disobedience occurs when your dog deliberately does not obey a request or command, although he has full knowledge of what it is that you’re asking him to do (and you know this because he’s performed it reliably on several occasions beforehand). Although this may seem like a relatively minor inconvenience, it’s actually a pretty serious thing – not only can it be dangerous for your dog (for example, if he’s heading towards a busy road and ignores your ‘come’ command), but it’s also detrimental to your relationship with your dog. Disobedience is rooted in disrespect. When your dog deliberately does not obey you, he’s saying, “I don’t respect your authority enough to do what you want me to do”. If you allow him to get away with this, you are allowing him to form the habit of passive-aggression. This is not something that can just be left to “fix itself” – the problem will worsen, not get better, if you leave it.

It’s very important that your dog recognizes that you outrank him in the social hierarchy of the household. The concept of alpha status is one that you need to be familiar with in order to maintain a healthy, functional relationship with your dog. It may sound cruel from a human perspective, but your dog is happier when he knows that someone else is in charge of making all the decisions – including his day-to-day behavior and obedience levels. It is not possible to have a good owner/dog relationship if he does not understand that you are the clear-cut authority figure: he must know that he’s beneath you in the chain of command.

Your first step in dealing with generalized disobedience is to reestablish your dominance. Here are some tips on doing so: - When leaving the house and the car, you must always leave before your dog. This is unmistakable alpha behavior: to a dog, only the alpha leaves first. If you allow him to exit the house or the car ahead of you, you are saying to him, “You’re stronger than me; you should go first because you’re the decision-maker”. Inside doors aren’t so important, but every time you leave the house or the car to go outside, you must make him wait for you to go first, until you release him from the ‘wait’ with a release-word.

Make him wait for his food. Your family and you must always eat before him – if it means he has to wait an extra half hour or so for his meal, it won’t hurt him any. When you put his food down for him, make him sit and wait until you release him to eat. Keep his feeding schedule varied, so he’s always aware that you’re in charge of his food – don’t allow him to form expectations of when he should be fed.

Don’t allow him free, uninhibited access to the whole house. The house is your den: you’re allowing him to be inside. Remind him that you’re allowing him into your den –it’s a privilege for him to be there, not a right - by sometimes allowing him inside, and sometimes sending him outside for half an hour or so. Keep certain areas of the house strictly for your own, as well (such as your bed, certain pieces of furniture, or some rooms).

Never allow your dog to initiate play. If he’s nudging you for attention or to start a game, you may think that it’s cute and affectionate; but what he’s really saying is, “I’m the boss and I’m telling you to play with me right now.” If he starts bothering you for attention, ignore him for a few moments: get up and do something else. Wait until he’s given up before initiating the play yourself. Playtime is a fantastic way to bond with your dog, but it should be done on your terms, not his.

When you arrive home, don’t rush straight over to him and shower him in affection. That is not alpha behavior at all – an alpha dog, upon arriving home, doesn’t go over to the other dogs and throw himself at them, saying, “Here I am! I missed you guys! Let’s have a cuddle!” – he ignores everyone else, relaxes for a short while, maybe has something to eat, and only interacts with them when he’s good and ready. Even though you’re probably good and ready to interact with your dog as soon as you get home, it will make more sense to him – and underscore your authority – if you ignore him for just three to five minutes upon arriving home.

Another fantastic way of counteracting disobedience is to start – and maintain – a basic obedience training plan. You don’t have to do anything fancy or super-demanding; just ten minutes a day of learning and enforcing commands. This can drop to five minutes a day once your dog is completely reliable with the commands.

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Three Common Dog Training Mistakes-And How To Avoid Them!

For further information on typical doggie behavior, including a fantastic resource for training how-to's and loads of detailed information on preventing and dealing with problem behaviors, check out Secrets To Dog Training...an absorbing guide that deals with all the subjects a responsible dog-owner could ever want to know about - well worth a look. To visit the Secrets to Dog Training website, just click on the link below:

Click Here!