One well recognized method of dog training is through the use of dog treats. Positive reinforcement is one of the most popular forms of training dogs. This method uses a positive reward when the dog performs the task correctly. The reward can be a pat on the head, verbal praise or a favorite dog treat….
How many times have I heard fellow dog owners say, I hate it when my dog barks non stop or he utterly embarrasses me when he mounts people’s legs. Dog owners usually have no problems to fill in tons of their dog behavioral problems into the above statements. What they should be doing, though, is…
House training an older dog is not an impossible task. Although it is generally easier to housebreak a puppy, any dog can be housebroken given the proper techniques. First, before you begin, you must know how a dog thinks. I would say that a dog thinks 80% of the time with his nose and the…
A fun part of training is teaching your dog new tricks. People love teaching their dog new tricks to show how smart their dog is and dogs love learning new things. Training your dog is a great way to bond with your dog too. But understanding your dog’s capabilities before you teach your dog a…
How many times have you tried to teach your dog to stay, only to discover that your dog doesn’t want to stay? Training your dog to stay can be very challenging because most dogs are easily distracted. Dogs are also naturally energetic and inattentive. Your dog may have difficulty comprehending the stay command because it…
Teaching the watch me command to your dog is one of the most important things you can do to accelerate all other training skills. And if, once you’ve got it, you can keep that attention, then you’re really going to make some fast progress. Teaching the watch me command and keeping your dog’s attention is…
If you’re anything like me, you love showing people how smart your dog is. Teaching your dog tricks is the perfect way to do this. When guests come over or when we go out, we are always showing off my dog’s many tricks. Most of the time we don’t have a choice, my friend’s love…
Is your dog timid around people or other dogs? Is your dog sensitive to sounds? Many dogs lack confidence but there are ways to help them with that and to build confidence in your dog. Use Agility Training To Build Confidence In Your Dog Agility training is a popular way to provide the environment and…
Clicker training has quickly established itself in becoming a big hit in the world of dog training. One advantage to using this form of training at home is that it’s easy to learn for both the dog and his trainer! Give clicker training with your dog a try and see how easily he can learn…
By the time you bring home your puppy his behavior will have already been greatly influenced by his mother and his siblings. For example, if his mother barked to attract some attention, her puppies will probably behave in the exact same way. The experiences that occur between three and twelve weeks of age are crucial in…
