Dog Behavior and Training Digest

When it comes to dog training, there are many aspects that contribute to the success of working with your dog.  Things such as supervision, practice and providing leadership are all necessary in order to obtain your goals.
However, another factor which is perhaps the most important is consistency. This means doing the same things and enforcing […]

Getting a new puppy is such an exciting time… and also a big project for humans! Young puppies in particular need to learn every single thing “from scratch,” ranging from housebreaking to obedience to even simple things such as wearing a collar and leash.
Young puppies (under 16 weeks of age or so) usually aren’t yet […]

“What kind of dog is the easiest to train?” This is one of the most common questions asked of a dog trainer. Most of the time, people are wanting to hear about a certain breed that is more malleable, expecting an answer such as “Golden retrievers, German shepherds or poodles.”
However, most people find the actual […]

Ask anyone who has ever had a puppy and they will surely tell you that one of a puppy’s favorite activities is mischievously snooping around the house and finding items to “steal,” such as socks, paper towels, Barbies and more. In fact, this is apparently so fun to dogs that without proper training, even many […]

With the average life span of a dog being about 15 years, getting a puppy or dog is a huge commitment. It means that you will have to pay for food, veterinary care, grooming and other expenses, as well as paying attention to, training and taking care of the pet for at least 15 years. […]

Cut Out The Noise: Getting Your Dog To Stop Barking
Too much barking is one of the biggest problems we have with our beloved canines. Of course, it’s normal for dogs to bark sometimes, but if they go on and on when it’s not necessary, this can be really frustrating. It’s a very common […]

Getting your hunting dog ready for the woods is a long and difficult process. You want him to be able to do things like point out and retrieve game skillfully. It may take a couple of whole hunting seasons to get your dog just the way you want him to be.
The […]
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