Dog Behavior and Training Digest

Dog agility is gaining speed as one of Europe and America’s best animal sports. In dog agility, a handler guides the dog in going through a course in the least amount of time possible.
The dog cannot be confined to a leash during agility competitions. As the clock ticks on, the dog has to […]

As a pet owner, you may be considering training your dog for agility performance. But if you’re not familiar with the advanced concepts, it might be a good idea to join a dog agility training class so that you don’t risk injury to the dog or teach him the wrong methods.
A dog agility training […]

It doesn’t matter what age your dog is for you to begin agility training, but you have to respect the obstacles a dog may have in performing. For instance, very old or very young dog can have limitations set forth by its age.
A puppy can have physical and mental obstacles for agility training because […]

When you participate in the sport of dog agility, chances are you’ll begin by joining a local group and handling your dog on a local course. But eventually, you may want to enter the world of master tournaments, such as the United States Dog Agility Association.
When it comes to scoring a professional trial for […]

Not all dog owners will find that the particular breed they’re raising is suitable for dog agility training. Sometimes it’s the breed, but other times it’s the puppy itself who must be assessed for agility potential.
Each puppy will have a different temperament within the litter. If you’re considering purchasing a puppy based on […]

It can be fun and exciting to train your dog. It is also a challenge. So, what is the first step to dog obedience training?
First, make sure your dog gets used to paying attention. Call your dog’s name and use certain key commands like “watch” and “look.” You have to have […]

Using a training collar can help make training your dog much easier. There are lots out there, with different features the help lead your dog, stop him or keep him from undesirable behaviors.
There are things you must know about using your dog collar, because some can harm a dog if used incorrectly. It […]

Getting a new pet can be an exciting and confusing time for both the humans and the animal. While dog training is my specialty, being a trainer has also led to numerous opportunities to work with other pets as well, particularly cats.
One of the things I have found very helpful is to get creative with […]

Imagine you just finished grilling a beautiful filet mignon steak. You realize that you forgot the steak sauce, so you walk away from the table to go to the refrigerator and get it. Out of the corner of your eye, you see your dog staring at the steak, walking straight toward it while salivating as […]

Dog toys are a very important part of owning a dog or puppy. Since dogs enjoy chewing, the purpose of dog toys is to provide your pet with appropriate items to chew so he doesn’t chew other things around your home. Also important is that dog toys, such as balls, frisbees, sterilized bones, dog stuffed […]