It was a breezy summer evening when approximately 12 dogs from various breeds were all assembled in a small group at a local city park in San Diego, California. At each dog’s side, its owner stood by, attentively listening to the dog training instructor whom was in the middle of the group “Today’s lesson will […]
Dog Training: Basic Equipment Needed To Train Your Family Dog
You will need three specific pieces of equipment to properly train your dog: a training collar, a leather training leash, and a 15-foot length clothesline rope. If you’re already thinking that your dog’s present leather collar will work, and that his 4-foot chain leash will suffice, you may as well stop reading this article and […]
Dog Training – Why You Should Never Shout At Your Dog
If you have a new puppy in the house and are unclear about whether or not you should use yelling as a way to get him to stop doing something wrong or barking too much, then this article should clear up your confusion. If anything, you should learn the simple fact that yelling at your […]
Dog Training – Use The Right Body Language So Your Dog Understands
Dogs are highly intelligent creatures and many pet owners do not give them enough credit when it comes to the way they can read and understand our body language. Some people have no idea that the body language that we display has a major impact on how well a dog will listen to us and […]
Dog Training – Teaching Your Dog The Basic Command Of “Come Here”
Dog training does not have to be complicated, nor does it take enormous amounts of time to teach your pet the basics. Speaking of basics, we all want our dogs to come to us when called. There are many ways to go about this dog training procedure, below is perhaps the easiest way. The following […]
Dog Training: How To Make Dog Training A Family Affair (Part 4)
Play these family-oriented games to help your dog master good manners and basic commands. And please be sure to supervise all play that involves children. “Thank You, Take It” This game will teach your dog to willingly release objects from its mouth when asked. Any object you start teaching this with should be large enough […]
Dog Training: How To Make Dog Training A Family Affair (Part 3)
Dog’s do not come into the world knowing polite manners, so don’t expect your own family pet to abide by rules that it doesn’t know yet. Training is a process that takes time and repetition. Both management and training will be necessary to keep your dog out of trouble while it’s learning how to behave […]
Doggie Detente: Conflict Resolution for Canines! – Training Dogs to Get Along with Each Other
The Importance of Training Dogs to Get Along The Importance of Proper Dog Socialization Proper socialization is crucial for dogs to develop good manners and positive relationships with other canines. Without proper training, dogs may exhibit aggressive or fearful behavior when interacting with unfamiliar dogs, leading to conflicts and potentially dangerous situations. By training dogs […]
Solving the Solo Blues: Beat Dog Loneliness! – Training to Alleviate Dog Loneliness
Understanding the Root Causes of Dog Loneliness Understanding the Root Causes of Dog Loneliness When addressing dog loneliness, it is crucial to first comprehend the root causes behind this issue. Dogs are social animals that thrive on human companionship and interaction. They have evolved alongside humans for thousands of years, developing a strong bond that […]
Dog Training: How To Make Dog Training A Family Affair (Part 2)
Making dog training a family affair is a fun and rewarding experience for everyone. To start, you must commit to declaring the rules that will govern your dog’s behavior, and let everyone know that these rules must be followed by everyone – because family-wide consistency is essential to achieve good results from training. Establishing The […]
