dog training
Are You Reinforcing Your Dog’s Unwanted Behavior?
Last night, I was approached by a dog owner that was exasperated about …
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Training Your Dog: What’s The Best Age To Start?
Years ago experts advised waiting for 6 months to a year old before training your dog. Methods have changed and are much more motivational than in the past. If you choose a trainer who uses motivational methods, 4 months of age is the optimal time for beginning formal training. Once a dog reaches the appropriate […]
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It’s January! It’s National Train Your Dog Month! Let’s Go!
Did you know January is National Train Your Dog Month? Yes! That’s right! It is time to train your canine and build a lasting bond with him or her. The Association of Pet Dog Trainers began this campaign back in 2010 in an effort to bring awareness to the importance of socialization and training. Above […]
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How To Make Dog Training More Fun
Dog training is something you should enjoy doing with your dog not something that you dread. Training with your dog can be exciting when the light bulb goes off and the dog grasps the new exercise. It is just as exciting for the dog as it is for the trainer. Change Up The Order One […]
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It’s Time to Get Down, Little Doggie!
As dog guardians, we want a well behaved dog. For this to happen, dogs need to be trained. One aspect of dog training that poses a challenge for many dog guardians is teaching the down command. When you have visitors come over, many dogs jump on them in greeting. A few minutes of dog training […]
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Is Your Dog A Space Invader?
Do you like to sit quietly and read a book, only to have your dog nudge his way between you and the book to get some …
Continue ReadingTeen Angst: Dogs Have It Too
If you’ve lived through the teen years with a child, you know they can be quite challenging. As it turns out, dogs go …
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Housetraining Your Dog…Again
Has your adult dog started using your house for a toilet again? Maybe your dog just has an occasional accident …
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Getting Your Dog To Stop Licking You
I’m pet sitting now for two pug/beagle mix girls. They’re good dogs, but both of them love to lick people’s faces and …
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5 Commands All Dogs Should Know
Every dog should know some basic commands. There are five commands that are really very important and …
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