For any new dog owner, handling all of the loud barking of a new puppy can be quite an unnerving experience. Most new dog owners are not prepared for the intense amount of barking and yelping that young puppies start doing the minute they arrive in their new home. Although it is totally natural, [...]
A calm, obedient and faithful dog – it’s what we all want, right? To begin with, obedient and trained dogs are happier dogs, less likely to get into tussles with people or with other dogs. Another reason is that many communities require that the dogs living in their neighborhoods be well trained. This is especially [...]
Make no attempt to heel the dog off the leash until he is letter-perfect on the leash. If he still makes errors walking on the leash, whether heeling or turning, eliminate them before proceeding to off-the-leash training.
The first step in the off-leash training is to suggest to the dog that he is not being [...]
Potty training for your dog! Well that’s something you better take care of, or you’re going to regret it forever.
If you have given a proper training to your dog, you can trust him to defecate or urinate only in the place you have selected for him. It could appear a little tough in [...]
There is great controversy about dog kennel training. Many believe that cages, kennels and crates are today’s answer to quick convenient punishment. Although not as much controversy as there is about dog collars that choke a dog and give them electric shocks. Many dogs find comfort in their own place and [...]
Stan Rawlinson, self appointed Dog Listener and chair of PAACT Professional Association of Applied Canine Trainers is receiving a lot of heat and complaints it would seem.
K9 Magazine & ‘Dog Listener’ Stan Rawlinson – An Apology & Warning
WARNING!! Stan Rawlinson aka The Dog Listener – if you WERE thinking of using this man’s services [...]
Pulling on the leash is another problem behavior that many dogs and puppies pick up. Unfortunately, this behavior is also one that is sometimes encouraged by well meaning owners. Playing games like tug of war with the leash, or even with a rope (that can look like the leash to the dog) can unwittingly encourage [...]
One of the most frequently cited problems with dogs is that of jumping up on people. Unfortunately, this is one of those behaviors that is often inadvertently encouraged by well meaning owners. After all, it is cute and adorable when that little 10 pound puppy jumps up on you, your family members and your friends. [...]
In order to train your dog perfectly, you need to know him well ‘ his needs, behavior, as well as moods. If you comprehend clearly the ‘world’ of the Dog you will be able to train him perfectly –draw on his strengths and work on his weaknesses.
As you know, dogs including have descended from [...]
Your new best friend has just arrived home. All the family are delighted but dogs normally don’t come with great manners, or well house trained. The purpose of this article is to examine one particular dog training package one which I highly recommend – SitStayFetch
My reason for recommending this particular dog training package [...]