Breed traits seem to have become a convenient excuse for lazy training. Have you ever heard “because he’s a Beagle, they just do that” or “Goldens are supposed to be friendly” etc? I hear reasons why this breed does that and that breed does this. But so what?
How to teach your dog to “drop it” using positive reinforcement training methods.
Thank dog that all of my fuzzy family is trained! Many of you know I am moving. And I’m sure all of you know just how much fun it is to move. Well the other day the front door didn’t get shut all the way and every last animal I own was in my front yard – all three cats and the dog. Right there was one of those times you smile. Instead of going into a panic, you thank yourself for putting the time into training
Puppies are not born knowing how the world works and it’s not downloaded from their mom during nursing. Nevertheless, the world goes round. So how’s a pup supposed to learn what’s good, bad, harmful, safe, pleasant, and punishing? By socializing.
February is National Pet Dental Health Month. Learn tricks and tips on oral hygiene for your pet. Plus the easiest method for teaching your pet to love getting his teeth brushed!
What does the walk do? Does it help behavior problems? Can you walk a dog too much? Find out.
Chewing is a favorite pastime for many dogs and it also helps release energy. Giving your dog an interactive chew toy helps bored dogs, injured dogs, or when it’s just too cold to go outside and exercise.
So I am watching my folk’s dog Cassie who has hurt the soft tissue in her elbow. She’s part Collie, part Duracell and goes 70 mph all day, every day. And I am in charge of keeping her calm for 10 days to heal… So what’s a bored Cassie dog to do? Training! One way to train an animal is by…
As I sit here thinking of something clever and witty to write I’m watching my Bernese Mountain Dog, Koos better known as “the Toaster,” dream. His little legs twitching and the quiet half bark. It reminds me of when someone wants to sing along to a song, but not loud enough for anyone to hear them. Wonder what he dreams about. I wonder if he ever dreams about training.
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