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…
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…
Keeping your dog’s focus and attention on you 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 focus and attention, then you’re really going to make some fast progress. Keeping your dog’s focus and attention is essential in…
Many people starting out training their dog not knowing which method would work best in their situation. Learning about different dog training methods will often lead you back to the reward based training, sometimes called positive reinforcement training. Reward training is one of the most frequently used and popular training techniques there is. But some…
A well train dog usually leads a happier and healthier life and his owner also can enjoy an easy to live with life long companion. Dog training, which includes basic obedience, house and potty training are therefore essential and important to a dog’s education. In order to be successful in dog training, it is just…
Dogs are so smart and just love to learn new things but they don’t come trained to do whatever we ask. We have to put the time into training them properly so they grow up to be mannerly and easy to live with. One of the first things most people teach their dog is how…
So, you’ve found the perfect puppy, brought him home and are eager to show him off to your friends and family. He’s just the cutest little thing and you are so excited that he’s the newest member of your family. But after the excitement wears off you realize that he doesn’t listen to you and…
Chewing is something that comes naturally to every dog. Chewing on specially designed chew toys for instance, can even help the dog clean his teeth and remove plaque. Even though chewing is natural and healthy, that does not mean that your dog should be allowed to chew everything in sight. It is vital for every…
