Does your dog bark when she hears the doorbell ring? Is it driving you nuts? You're not the only dog owner to experience this. Let's face it, it's a natural reaction for your dog to bark at the doorbell -- because she's learned over time that the doorbell ringing means someone is at the door. And, most likely, someone at the door mean she gets to interact with someone new. Here's how you can train your dog to stop barking every time the doorbell rings... … [Read more...]
Maybe you've got a new puppy that you're attempting to train not to pee or poop in the house. Or maybe you've acquired an older dog who has his own daily routines that aren't coordinating very well with your own personal routines. Either way, you can bet it will be helpful (to both you and the dog) to get into a routine that works for both of you! You want to get your dog on some sort of a schedule so he always knows when he's going to be allowed outside to pee & poop, when he's … [Read more...]
Have you been dealing with some bad dog behavior lately? Is your dog causing you a lot of frustration and heartache? Trust me, we've all been through it. However, it's important to realize that dogs (just like babies) are not born bad. Dogs (and humans) are influenced by their surroundings as well as their interactions with others. And the fact is... bad dog behaviors are almost always the result of the dog's upbringing. Thus, your dog's bad behavior could be due to inconsistent or … [Read more...]
After your dog learns all of the basic dog commands, he will use them throughout his life to stay safe and to communicate with you and other people. Beyond that, you may want to teach your dog any number of dog tricks. There are lots of reasons to teach your dog new tricks -- not the least of which is to build your dog's confidence level while giving him something fun to do, like a hobby. In addition, dog tricks will ultimately help to keep your dog's mind sharp and his daily exercise … [Read more...]
Certain dog breeds tend to bark a lot -- usually with good reason though. Other breeds of dogs have a reputation of barking less. In some circumstances (such as living in a small apartment or condo where the walls are thin and neighbors surround you on all sides), it may be beneficial to seek out a dog that might be likely to bark less. So let's get right to it... … [Read more...]
Hunting dogs primarily consist of hound dogs (sighthounds and scent hounds) and gun dogs (retrievers, setters, spaniels, pointers, and water dogs). Lots of other dog breeds also fall under the Sporting Group and make great hunting dogs. Each has its own unique way of hunting and capturing prey. If your dog is one of the breeds that's good at hunting and you're thinking of training your dog to hunt with you, following are some basic tips to point you in the right direction. … [Read more...]
We received this question from a dog owner on our Facebook Page: I have a question that I hope you can answer! My 6 month old Chiweenie likes to chew. She has lots of chew toys, done the KONG as well. My concern is that she's now eating the pieces of bark I have in my garden. I grab them from her when I can, but I am not outside with her each time she is out. I am sure this isn't healthy for her, correct? I removed one side of the garden's bark earlier. Will finish the rest tomorrow. TY -- … [Read more...]
Dog training is a specialized field that encompasses such things as teaching the family pet to follow simple basic commands and building a strong human/canine bond. The duties associated with being a certified dog trainer can be as complex as training work dogs to recognize certain odors (like narcotic drugs) or training dogs to help the handicapped (such as seeing eye dogs), or as simple as training a dog to respect its owners and co-exist peacefully in the same home. Becoming a certified dog … [Read more...]
Does your dog bark every time the doorbell rings? Mine used to. Here's how we trained our dog to stop barking at the doorbell. A dog that barks at the doorbell is especially challenging at Halloween. However, you can look at it as a headache... or as a valuable dog training opportunity! This video shows how to take advantage of the constantly ringing doorbell on Halloween night and use it in your favor to train your dog to stop barking every time the doorbell rings. ...This is … [Read more...]
Have you ever heard that a crazy owner means a crazy dog? Actually, it isn't true. A dog's environment and experiences affect his behavior more. That is just 1 of 10 life-threatening dog behavior myths that many dog owners believe to be true. … [Read more...]
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