Dog Training Information

1 . Dog Training Review Dog training is the process used to aid in the keeping of dogs as pets. For both the happiness of the dog and the owner, obedience must be enforced [ Read Full Article ]

2 . The Pro's Never Yell Or Scream Commands At Their Dog I never yell at my dog. Never. Well, okay. There's one exception. And that exception is if: I'm already working with the dog at such a far distance that he can't audibly hear me. And usually this is the case only if I'm teaching the dog to respond to hand signals. [ Read Full Article ]

3 . 5 Tips For Choosing the Best Vet For Your Dog If you haven't already found one, or worked with one in the past, you need to find a vet. Pick one you feel comfortable with, and who answers your questions in full, completely and gives you answers you can understand. You don't need a vet who talks down to you, or acts like you're too dumb to understand what they're saying! [ Read Full Article ]

4 . 5 Ways Your Dog Senses The World Differently From You Do dogs sense things differently than humans do? Well, yes and no. Dogs share the same basic senses with us: they see, hear, touch, smell and taste. But the level of their senses is different - an important distinction when you're trying to figure out just what your dog is doing. [ Read Full Article ]

5 . 8 dog training tips for you and your dog. Dog training requires simple persistence to be a successful and delightful experience for you and your dog. Here are 8 dog training tips to guide you along the way. [ Read Full Article ]

6 . A Fundamental Dog Training Concept You Must Understand For Success With Your Dog I moved into a new house about 14 days ago. The funny thing about this house is that--when you walk into the master bathroom, the light switch is on the left side, opposite of where the sink is. [ Read Full Article ]

7 . A Good Tip For Dogs With Itchy Skin Now that summer is in full swing, many dogs are experiencing dry skin and excessive itchiness. I know that my dog, "Forbes," certainly has been! Of course, the first thing you'll want to rule out is fleas. But barring fleas, I've found that the best way to alleviate itching is to: [ Read Full Article ]

8 . Achieving Dog Training Success With The 18 "Don'ts" Rules A well-train dog usually leads a happier and healthier life and its owner also can enjoy a trouble-free life long companion. Dog training - basic obedience, house and potty training are therefore essential and important to a dog's education. [ Read Full Article ]

9 . Agility Dog Training Many people are interested in getting into agility dog training. This can be for many reasons. Some people need agility dog training so they can compete in the dog agility trials. Some people want to use agility dog training to better bond with their dogs. Other people just think agility dog training will get their hyper dogs nice and sleep... [ Read Full Article ]

10 . Basic Dog Training If you have a new dog or puppy, you may be interested in getting some basic dog training. Dog training can be taught by an obedience instructor, or you can do the dog training yourself. [ Read Full Article ]

11 . Beginner Tips For Dog Training 1. What age should I start using the prong collar? [ Read Full Article ]

12 . Buyer Beware: Purebred Dog Myths Every month I am approached by dog owners of my breed who complain about how poorly behaved, how sickly, how untrainable, and generally my breed is and how deeply they resented spending money on this breed. I listen patiently, but time taught me not to defend `good' breeders, or explain to the angry owners how their own ignorance cuased them to become vi... [ Read Full Article ]

13 . Canine Diabetes - Does Your Dog Have it? Canine Diabetes: A Serious Dog Disease That is Completely Manageable. Canine diabetes is a serious disease that causes there to be too much glucose in the blood. If your pet has any of the signs, a dog health exam will help you find out with certainty. Canine diabetes symptoms usually include the following: [ Read Full Article ]

14 . Canine Good Citizen Dog Training Do you have a dog that excels at all forms of dog training? Are you interested in taking your dog's dog training to the next step? Do you want something to show for all of your dog's abilities? Are you interested in showing your dog or perhaps getting your dog into agility? If you answered yes to any of these then you may be interested in getting your... [ Read Full Article ]

15 . Care for Your Small Dog With These Big-Impact Tips Basic small dog care is much the same as for larger dogs, but owners need to make a few adjustments to best meet their small dog's needs. Consider the following daily dog care routines, and how they're adapted to meet the needs of your pint-sized pup. [ Read Full Article ]

16 . Choosing Between Dog Training Schools and Animal Behavior Specialists If you are having behavioral issues with your dog that you cannot seem to resolve on your own, getting professional help is an excellent idea. However, there are two different kinds of professionals that can help you with your situation: a Dog Training School, and an Animal Behavior Specialist. Which one is right for you and your pet? [ Read Full Article ]

17 . Coaching vs. Directing - How Does Improv Theater Suggest You Should Lead Your Team An age old battle in improv that I believe resonates well with challenges we experience in the business world is the question of whether a team should have a coach or a director (in which case it should be called an ensemble). In addition there's the third option of the self coached team, which I will call committee from here on forward. [ Read Full Article ]

18 . Crate Training Dogs: The Right Way and the Wrong Way - Part One Part1: There is Actually a "Wrong" Way to Crate Train. Crate training dogs, (or crate training puppies) if approached correctly is by far one of the most effective tools you can use to form good dog behavior. [ Read Full Article ]

19 . Distemper in Dogs - Home Detection Tips Distemper: Spotting This Dog Killer Before it's Too Late. Canine distemper is a devastating disease. It often crops up in seemingly healthy pets without any warning. What's more, distemper often mimics benign problems, like the common cold. This is truly the most insidious aspect of this illness. Sadly, many cases progress to the point where they are no longer... [ Read Full Article ]

20 . Does Your Dog Roll In Poop? Here's Why Robin asks: I'm wondering if you could tell me why-- when I'm walking Yogi through some grass-- that he smells something and the next thing I know, he's stuck his head on the ground and starts to roll his body over the area he was smelling. On two occasions, he coated himself in another dog's poop. I've been asking vets and laypersons to explain this behavior... [ Read Full Article ]

21 . Dog Clicker Training Dog clicker training is so much fun for both dogs and people that the training part just slips in! Dog clicker training gets the dog to figure out what you want, making it an enjoyable game. [ Read Full Article ]

22 . DOG GOES BALLISTIC WHEN JOGGING WITH OWNER Dear Adam: My dog, Chance, we think is a Golden retriever mix, but he's mostly white with gold patches. Also he's about 2/3 the size of a Golden Retriever. [ Read Full Article ]

23 . Dog House Training To start your dog house training, the first thing you'll need to do is buy your best pet friend a nice dog training collar, lead and dog crate. You should choose one made of nylon or soft leather. When your puppy grows older, you can buy him a heavier collar, and if he's a large breed, it should be made of heavy leather, with a strong buckle... [ Read Full Article ]

24 . Dog Obedience Training Basics The most important things in dog training are consistency, keeping dog's attention and understanding your dog. To get the respect of your dog you must be consistent. You should make a set of do's and don'ts for your dog. Follow these guidelines to the letter, if a dog does something desirable always reward it, if a dog does something bad punish him o... [ Read Full Article ]

25 . Dog Too Spoiled To Walk On Leash Dear Mr. Katz: I have a 4 month old female pup, AmStaff/Boxer (we think - she was a rescue). She responds well to all training, EXCEPT for walking and heeling. [ Read Full Article ]

26 . Dog Training 101 There are many different kinds of dog training available. There are also many different places to go for your dog training. All of these types of dog training courses can vary in price and they also teach different things. If you are interested in starting dog training, you should know what your options are. [ Read Full Article ]

27 . Dog Training - Early Training Is Essential Dogs are a fantastic edition to any family but like all youngsters they need training. If you do not train your puppy now it will take a serious amount of help from a training school to get him to be obedient later on. Puppies just like babies learn mostly in their early years and unfortunately will also pick up the bad habits also. Early attention will save you... [ Read Full Article ]

28 . Dog Training - How To Communicate With An Elderly Dog As dogs grow older, their senses become less sharp and this can lead to communication difficulties developing. Other problems, such as a breakdown in toilet training, can also arise, and while the effects of aging cannot be cured, regular veterinary check-ups should help to combat them for a period. [ Read Full Article ]

29 . Dog Training - How To Win Your Dog's Confidence Settling a puppy into a new home successful is often easier than an older dog because a young dog will adapt more willingly to joining what is, in effect, a new pack. [ Read Full Article ]

30 . Dog Training Basics All positive commands should be spoken sharply and distinctly during training. Make sure you also use a positive tone. Your dog will recognize your moods and associate them to their behavior by your tone of voice. [ Read Full Article ]

31 . Dog Training Book - Why Buy One? When Everything is Free Online! I'm a dog lover who believes that every dog owners should train their dogs if they truly love and care for them. Because I believe that dog training gives dogs a happier and healthier life. Not to mention, it also gives their owner a trouble-free life long companion. [ Read Full Article ]

32 . Dog Training Collars -- Proper Selection Leads To Training Success The proper selection of a training collar can have a significant impact on the success of any dog training program. Most new dog trainers make the mistake of choosing a dog collar that does not allow for adequate control during the training sessions. [ Read Full Article ]

33 . Dog Training Collars: Teaching Your Dog Basic Obedience and Breaking Bad Habits Having a pet means having to provide for the pet's safety. But, that is not all a pet owner is obligated to do. People, mainly neighbors, do not appreciate noisy animals or animals that provide any type of nuisance to them. Basically, the neighbors don't want someone else's pet to interfere in any way with their lives. It is the pet owner's responsibility to ensure this. One method for training animals t... [ Read Full Article ]

34 . Dog Training - Early Training Is Essential Dogs are a fantastic edition to any family but like all youngsters they need training. If you do not train your puppy now it will take a serious amount of help from a training school to get him to be obedient later on. Puppies just like babies learn mostly in their early years and unfortunately will also pick up the bad habits also. Early attention will save you... [ Read Full Article ]

35 . Dog Training For Beginners Training a dog is a fairly difficult task. Some find it to be very frustrating and simply send there dog or puppy to a professional trainer. Now if you have a dog that is completely wrecking or disrupting your life this may be a good idea. Before you take a look at a professional dog trainer you may want to try out some of these tips. [ Read Full Article ]

36 . Dog Training : How to House Break Your Dog Dog training is something any dog owner has to go through. Most people now get their dog training through a dog trainer. But there are some aspects of dog training that can't be done with a dog trainer. [ Read Full Article ]

37 . Dog Training : How to Stop the Chewing Problem Many people have begun the task of getting there dog or puppy into a dog training school. There are a lot of aspects that are gone over in dog training classes. Unfortunately, one part of dog training that is not gone over very well in dog training classes is chewing. [ Read Full Article ]

38 . Dog Training : How To Understand Your Dog's Mood Make you puppy training easier and more fun by understanding that your puppy is trying to communicate with you in other ways than barking or wagging his tail. Remember, your puppy also communicates with his ears, tail, paws, mouth and more and your puppy training and everyday life with your dog will be much more fun. [ Read Full Article ]

39 . Dog Training Information for Training Your Puppy Puppy training can be a trying time. The key to this time is to really remember that all puppy behavior is normal. They like to mouth, jump, bark, dig and piddle wherever they are. They aren't doing it to annoy you, they are just doing what they have learned so far. It is our job to train them not to do these things. [ Read Full Article ]

40 . . Dog Training on a Leash Dog training is something all dog owners should put their dog through. But did you know there are often some parts of dog training that people often forget about or don't utilize? [ Read Full Article ]

41 . Dog Training : Teaching Your Dog Self-Control Is your dog one of those that pulls at his leash constantly whenever there is a distraction? A child walks by, or he sees another dog? If a cat or small animal scoots by, or if a car wooshes in front of him, does he tug to get closer? Is he hard to manage while visiting the vet, or when you have visitors? [ Read Full Article ]

42 . Dog Training -What You Should Keep In Mind When Playing With Your Dog Dogs, especially young dogs are very playful by nature. Play provides them with the opportunity to exercise and also to form bonds with littermates. Where as for a dog that is being kept on his own, his owner will take on the role of a surrogate playmate. [ Read Full Article ]

43 . Dog Training : When to Reprimand and When to Reward There are a lot of things people have to remember when they start dog training. There are a lot of different dog training techniques to try. [ Read Full Article ]

44 . Dog Training Collars -- Proper Selection Leads To Training Success The proper selection of a training collar can have a significant impact on the success of any dog training program. Most new dog trainers make the mistake of choosing a dog collar that does not allow for adequate control during the training sessions. [ Read Full Article ]

45 . Dog Training Collars: Teaching Your Dog Basic Obedience and Breaking Bad Habits Having a pet means having to provide for the pet's safety. But, that is not all a pet owner is obligated to do. People, mainly neighbors, do not appreciate noisy animals or animals that provide any type of nuisance to them. Basically, the neighbors don't want someone else's pet to interfere in any way with their lives. It is the pet owner's responsibility to ensure this. One method for training animals t... [ Read Full Article ]

46 . Dog Training For Beginners Training a dog is a fairly difficult task. Some find it to be very frustrating and simply send there dog or puppy to a professional trainer. Now if you have a dog that is completely wrecking or disrupting your life this may be a good idea. Before you take a look at a professional dog trainer you may want to try out some of these tips. [ Read Full Article ]

47 . Dog Training Tips Dog training requires simple persistence to be a successful and delightful experience for you and your dog. Here are 8 dog training tips to guide you along the way. [ Read Full Article ]

48 . Dogs - Man's Best Friend Dogs have been known as man's best friend for decades. Owning a dog can be a positive, enjoyable experience for the entire family. Keep in mind however, that the decision to own a dog is an important one that should not be taken lightly. A dog is not just a fun diversion or entertaining gift. Owning a dog requires a commitment from you that will l... [ Read Full Article ]

49 . Dogtra: Superior Dog Training Equipment that Performs as it Claims When looking for a dog training collar or containment system, consider Dogtra as an option. This brand of training collar is exceptional in its quality and ability to perform as it claims. Dogtra has many choices and options for pet owners who are looking for a way to control their animal or to find a way to make the dog behave as it should. [ Read Full Article ]

50 . Frequently Asked Dog Training Questions: 1. Why do dogs eat their poop? One reason dogs eat their poop is because it just plain tastes good. Another reason is it could be a vitamin deficiency. One other reason for the poop eating is that it is an instinctual behavior in the wild to eat the poop to keep other predators from tracking their movements. Some solutions for stopping poop eating are: You c... [ Read Full Article ]

51 . Getting Started We are going to get started by giving you the know how to accomplish the task of training your dog. A trained dog is a happy dog. There is no need for smacking, yelling, punishing or anything negative like that. If you know how to do it right, your dog will not do anything that will make you want to react in such harsh ways. [ Read Full Article ]

52 . Golden Moments and Dog Training Let me introduce my dogs. I have 3, Nikki and Benny are my therapy dogs, and Dukie is my blind dog. Nikki is a 1 1/2 year golden retriever and Benny is my 5 year old black lab. Dukie is now 10 years and also a black lab. [ Read Full Article ]

53 . Handling Dogs Who Eat Their Own Feces I have a cousin named Leonard who was in the Army during Vietnam. He and his fellow soldiers would often be in the jungle for several days at a time. The Army would supply them with MRE's. (Meals Ready To Eat.) These are kind of like T.V. dinners... packed in foil bags. After the novelty of eating out of a foil bag wears off, you come to realize that MRE's a... [ Read Full Article ]

54 . Health Problems that Haunt Small Dogs While none of the following problems are by any means exclusive to small dogs, they do present extra challenges for small dogs and their owners. [ Read Full Article ]

55 . Here's a Way To Make Your Dog Love Its Dog Crate! A dog crate is a necessity for your dog, through his puppy days and for his whole life. Your dog's ancestor, the wolf, had a den to call home, a place of safety. The dog crate takes the place of the den, which is deeply embedded into your dog's instincts. The crate should be kept in a room where the dog can go for a retreat to rest. [ Read Full Article ]

56 . Housetraining Tips for Your Dog or Puppy Puppies need to go to the bathroom after they play, chew, drink, eat or sleep. Start by putting them on a leash and tethering them to you. That way you can be aware of them when they start sniffing the ground (usually a cue the puppy needs to go potty). Pick them up and carry them outside. When they go potty, tell them "good potty" and give a cookie as a rewa... [ Read Full Article ]

57 . How Long Should You Run Your Dog For? Dear Adam: I have a Shepherd/Malamute \"Newt.\" She's great. I have a couple of problems with her but I won't waste your time with them as I have found them addressed at your site and in your book. [ Read Full Article ]

58 . How To Build \"The Bond\" With Your Dog Building the bond with your dog is really quite easy. If you recognize that you have a relationship with your dog, then building the bond comes down to nothing more than increasing the strength of that relationship. [ Read Full Article ]

59 . How To Choose A Professional Dog Trainer 1.) Versatility-- A good dog trainer will use techniques and training styles which are compatible with your dog's temperament. Every dog is different, and some dogs respond better to certain approaches. What works for a Rottweiler won't necessarily work for a Poodle. [ Read Full Article ]

60 . How to Create Your Own Monster \"You've created your own monster, you know\", my mother said ominously. My Rex cat, Houdini, had just burrowed his way inside my sweater for the third time that morning, letting out a squeal of indignation when I tried to resist. [ Read Full Article ]

61 . How to Effectively Use Training Videos There is a new fad that has been gaining in popularity recently. This fad is of the use of training videos for various subjects. The use of training videos has been widely used for various things such as: in the work place, for dog training, educational training, work out or exercise training, sports training, and much more. But in order for these training vid... [ Read Full Article ]

62 . How To Fix Problems With The \"Fetch\" or \"Bring\" Command. llo Adam: I have a chocolate Labrador Retriever (very active) that is being trained (in OPEN class now) and he seems to be regressing since we are working on retrieving. [ Read Full Article ]

63 . How to Keep Your Boxer - or any Dog - Healthy... Feed him a balanced diet. - Give an occasional yogurt treat [ Read Full Article ]

64 . How To Prevent Dog Bites It is very certain that there is no guarantee that your dog will never bite someone under any condition which you may not even predict. However, you can reduce the risk attached to dog bite. The popular saying is that prevention is better than cure. [ Read Full Article ]

65 . How To Stop Your Dog From Digging Holes In Your Garden First, I need to figure out when he is digging. Since I know the dog and his lifestyle, I can rule out several factors such as boredom or puppyhood or gophers, etc... [ Read Full Article ]

66 . HOW TO TEACH THE \"SEND AWAY\"! Hello Adam. I would firstly like very much to thank you for the fantastic information in the book! Wow! It has made the training of our new dog so much easier than I could possibly expect! [ Read Full Article ]

67 . If You Own Two Dogs, Can You Control Who's The Alpha Dog? Dear Mr. Katz: I have two cocker spaniels that are one year apart. The red and white female (Cassie)is almost two and spayed. The buff male (Peanut) is just one 1 years old and neutered. Peanut was rescued from a cocker shelter in October of 1999. He is incredibly devoted, a very good listener and quick learner. He is the ideal dog as he is very eager to please. Cassie on the o... [ Read Full Article ]

68 . Introduction to Dog House Training One of the greatest things in the world is a loving relationship between a person and their dog. It's no accident that dogs are known as `mans best friend.' The relationship of a dog and his owner is a wonderful thing to be a part of and behold. [ Read Full Article ]

69 . Is Dog Obedience School for You? Are you thinking about dog obedience school? Do you know what to expect out of it? Do you know what it costs or where to find a good school? [ Read Full Article ]

70 . It's The Journey, Not The Destination Don't you just hate clich?s like the one illustrated in the headline of this article? I know I do. But love them or hate them, most of us must admit that such adages and clich?s are often grounded in truth, and this one is no different. [ Read Full Article ]

71 . My Dog Won't Stop Digging - What Can I Do? Lonely, bored, tired of eating that same old stick, then maybe you would like to dig yourself a hole. When it comes to the canine thought process this could be the reason why Scraps keeps tearing up your finely groomed lawn. This article will help you find the behavioral reasons why your dog digs and offers some suggestions on how to stop your companion's pesky hab... [ Read Full Article ]

72 . Obedience Training Benefits Everyone A well behaved, obedience trained dog is a pleasure to own because he can go virtually anywhere without being a risk or nuisance to others. And don't we all want a dog who exhibits appropriate behavior in a crowd, good manners when we have guests in our home, is reliable around children, and who doesn't threaten other dogs or passers-by? [ Read Full Article ]

73 . On Missing The Imprint Stage Of Puppyhood Dear Adam: [From a previous e-mail which questioned why I recommend that dog owners don't try to train their dogs in a group class setting] [ Read Full Article ]

74 . Positive Dog Training Methods Dog training can provide a tremendous amount of satisfaction. Every dog should know at least the basics for living with people: come, sit, stay, don't jump up on people, and so on. Beyond the basics, there is an endless variety of things you and your dog can enjoy doing together. Dogs who are a joy to be with have much more flexibility in what they... [ Read Full Article ]

75 . My Dog Won't Stop Digging - What Can I Do? Lonely, bored, tired of eating that same old stick, then maybe you would like to dig yourself a hole. When it comes to the canine thought process this could be the reason why Scraps keeps tearing up your finely groomed lawn. This article will help you find the behavioral reasons why your dog digs and offers some suggestions on how to stop your companion's pesky hab... [ Read Full Article ]

76 . Puppy Behavior and Training Puppy training can be a trying time. The key to this time is to really remember that all puppy behavior is normal. They like to mouth, jump, bark, dig and piddle wherever they are. They aren't doing it to annoy you, they are just doing what they have learned so far. It is our job to train them not to do these things. [ Read Full Article ]

77 . Secret Signal That Tells You Your Dog is Ready and Eager to Learn No one knows your dog better than you, and as such you will find your dog has ways of telling you, it's time to play. This can occur by him bringing you the collar you use while training or he may run back and forth to the front dog around training time. [ Read Full Article ]

78 . Should You Correct A Puppy With A Pinch Collar? Hi, Adam! My husband and I recently purchased a white German Shepherd. She is 12 weeks old today and quite a handful. Sometimes she can be so sweet, but other times she is actually quite vicious. [ Read Full Article ]

79 . Six Dog Training Tips to Modify Negative Behavior Almost every dog owner will have to use some sort of behavior modification techniques at one time or another when training their prized pet. If you are able to `get' why your dog does what he does, when he does it, you are one step closer to solving the problem. This article will detail ten ways of doing just that, in a general fashion that can be used for a wide variety... [ Read Full Article ]

80 . Some Advanced Dog Training Points you should know about CONDITIONING YOUR DOG Akeisha wrote to me with some very good questions. I've included her letter (and my responses) below: [ Read Full Article ]

81 . SOME ADVICE ON CITRONELLA NO-BARK COLLARS Dear Adam: I have a client who has just adopted a dog. The dog is adjusting to its new apt., but is barking a bit when the owner leaves. A friend of hers has lent a citronella collar for her to try. [ Read Full Article ]

82 . Some Tips for a Well-Behaved Dog Train your dog early. Start training your puppy early on. While old dogs can be taught new tricks, what's learned earliest, is often learned quickest and easiest. Moreover, the older the dog, the more bad habits will likely need to be \"un-learned\". When it comes to raising and training a dog, an ounce of problem prevention is certainly worth a pound... [ Read Full Article ]

83 . Successful Dog Training So, we've got a new best friend that needs some dog training. No different than when we were kids. A lot of patience, love, and even some long suffering by we pet parents makes for a successful dog training experience. [ Read Full Article ]

84 . The 7 Stages of Puppy Development In order to understand why your puppy doesn't listen to you at times, you need to understand each stage of development a puppy goes through as it matures. [ Read Full Article ]

85 . The Different Types of Dog Training Going through dog training is something every dog owner should do. Anyone can appreciate a well behaved dog. But did you know that there a several different kinds of dog training and not all are right for your dog? [ Read Full Article ]

86 . Clicker Dog Training Clicker training is the process of using a conditioned reinforcer, such as a clicker, to mark a desired behavior, thereby indicating to the animal being trained that it has done something correct. It was originally used in training animals for which traditional methods of obedience training weren't useful, such as dolphins in wild-animal... [ Read Full Article ]