Pet Training & Tip's

Dog Training Tricks - Waving Dog Trick

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 12:13:00 -0800

Want to teach your dog to wave with its paw? Learn how with expert tips on dog tricks in this free pet care and obedience video.

"Were going to teach um, to do a wave and the end product of the wave looks like this. Wave. Good girl. That?s a very exuberant wave. How you start is, you need to get your foundation of the shake and the high five. Our shake looks like this, which we have a very excited dog to do this and our high five would be the change of the hand position. Once you are getting a really good high five, you start by telling him high five. Good dog, treat. Then you would start with the high five, but take your hand away. So now you have what is the beginning of the wave. I would do it again, good girl. Now once she is doing it on a regular basis, I can tell her to wave by putting my hand up and taking it to away. Good girl. To get a little bit longer of a wave, I can wave, wave. Good girl, so now I am getting a little bit more of a structured wave. In order to get a really clear hand signal you can start changing it up by, wave, putting a little crink in it. Now we have a dog that waves with both hands."

Dog Training Tricks - High Five Dog Trick

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 12:05:00 -0800

Teach your dog new tricks, like how to high five with its paw. Learn how with expert tips on dog tricks in this free pet care and obedience video.

"The next thing we're going to teach him is high five. And to get the high five basically you have to have the foundation of shake. If you've got a good reliable shake, like this you can start switching it to a high-five. The difference between shake and high-five is just the hand position. So when you're very first teaching them, especially to a dog who knows shake, you want to tell them shake right off the bat so they know to give you their paw. Once you get three consecutive with the shake command we can start changing it in to the actual command that we're going to use which is high-five. So now that she understands that what want is her paw in my hand regardless of where it's at I can tell her "high-five, good girl." If I want to start, now she's offering it, when the dog offers the paw to you like that it means they're learning progressively fast. We want to try and switch hands with it so we'll get tricky and give her the other "high-five, good girl." We can get real tricky with it and do on each hand. "high-five, good girl." Do the other one, "high-five, good girl." That puts a little challenge to our high-fives."

Dog Training Trick - Paw Shake Dog

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 09:40:00 -0800

Want to teach your dog the paw shake dog trick? Learn how with expert tips on dog tricks in this free pet care and obedience video.

Dogs can bring an infinite amount of joy and companionship into our lives. Coming home to a wagging tail and an eager smile creates a feeling love and happiness, and can make anyone feel needed as part of an intimate family. In fact, studies have show that having a pet can reduce stress, lower blood pressure and relieve depression. Whether your favorite activity to share with your puppy is a long walk in the park or just watching television on the couch together, it's important to show your dog just as much love as they show you.

In this free video series, our expert pet trainer will show you how to teach your dog tricks! Will a little motivation and practice you can teach any dog a variety of tricks. Learn how to teach your dog to shake, high five and wave with its paw. You will also learn how to teach your dog to roll over, play dead, back up and bow. Finally, get tips on the bell touch, drop it, and spinning dog tricks. If you want to teach your dog some great tricks and bond with your pet, let our expert show you these fun and easy dog tricks for you and your pet.

Watch this Video and you can also read the video Transcript below the video :)

We are going to teach our dogs to shake and how you start shake is basically is to get your dog in the sit position. All you want to do is get their hand or their paw I should say, into your hand so they start realizing that's what you want. So get her into the sit. Good girl and I just want to pick up the hand and tell her good girl, give her a treat. The next progression to this would be to actually start helping her out by tapping her and you want to see the foot kind of lift. I want to tap her a little bit, see if she lifts that foot up. Once she?s doing it on a regular basis almost offering it to me, I am going to give her a little help. Good girl. Get your mark word in there, which is your good girl. Yeah we got some slobber going. Now I can add the word shake on to it. So now I can put my hand signal which is the flat palm and ask her to shake. Good girl, and we got a little spook going on over here. I want to ask her, shake, give her her hand signal. Good girl, give her her treat and I can let her hand go. Shake one more time, now we got the other hand and let it go. You can mess around with that and two different hands, give me the other one. Good girl, and that?s how you teach them to shake.

Dog Training Tricks - Target Touch Dog Trick

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 09:17:00 -0800

Teach your dog new tricks, like the target touch dog trick. Learn how with expert tips on dog tricks in this free pet care and obedience video.

"We want to teach our dogs to target things with their feet. The difference between touch and target is a touch is touching with their noise and targeting is touching with their feet. If I wanted her to touch, Micha touch, I would ask for a touch with the hand. Now I want with feet so I'm going to tell her target. And because, good girl, she is fairly new at it we got to encourage her a little bit which is put the treat on the Frisbee so where she starts getting interested in the Frisbee. Once she's got her interest on it, now I want her feet to touch it. So I'm going to help her out and tell her target. Good girl, and give her a treat for it. Once she's targeting you can start getting creative with it and target! And we'll give our old lady some time to think about it. Target! And hide the Cheese Whiz which is what she's following. Good girl! That's the power of Cheese Whiz for you. You can get them to do just about anything for it. Good girl."

Dog Tricks : Sitting Pretty Dog Trick

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 09:09:00 -0800

Dog Training Tricks : Sitting Pretty Dog

Watch this video and learn "how to sit your pretty Dog"... :)

After view this video you apply the same for your dog also, so you can get lot of enjoy doing this.

Online DIY Dog Training Programs

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 8 Jul 2010 12:39:00 -0700

I don’t think there has never been a better time to begin “do it yourself” dog training because there are now excellent online dog training programs such as Sit Stay Fetch and Dove Cresswell’s DIY Dog Training Videos available to download on the internet instantly. You can get started with one of these programs within minutes from right now.

There are many great things about “do it yourself” dog training. Most obviously it’s less expensive than hiring a local pro dog training expert. And if you live in a rural area you may have difficulty finding a qualified pro anyway.

That being said, I think the top reason to train your own dog is so that you can develop a more personal relationship with your pet dog. If you can take the time to learn how to best communicate with your dog then that will be a really rewarding experience for both of you.

When you decide to have your dog trained by a local pro your dog may learn to behave only when the professional is around. Obviously this doesn’t do you much good in the long run. Of course you want your dog to learn to behave for you, not for someone else! This is another important reason to decide to train your dog yourself.

With the online DIY dog training programs I mentioned above you can begin learning dog training right now and you can do so without any risk because they both include a two month full money back refund with every purchase. You can try it out and see if it’s what you’re looking for and if you are not pleased with it for any reason you can very simply get all of your money back.

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The Best Puppy Training Methods

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 5 Jul 2010 13:06:00 -0700

Bringing a new puppy home is exciting. But it can also be challenging when you're not sure about how to train your new four-legged family member. Much like a human child, puppies need constant supervision and someone to teach them the ways of the world. With time, patience and training, your new puppy can be a well-behaved, valued member of your family.

Positive Reinforcement
The best way to make your new puppy do what you want is to reward positive behavior. Treats are an ideal way to tell your new dog he's doing something right. However, treats aren't the only way to reward good behavior---pets and praises can be just as effective. It's important to mix up your rewards to make sure your puppy isn't only motivated by food. It's also important to avoid giving out "free" rewards. Make your dog work for every reward to reinforce the message you are the leader of the pack. This can help avoid stress from not knowing his pack position. Unwanted behavior is often the result of a puppy asserting dominance.

House Training
The best way to train your puppy to "go" outside is to bring her outside frequently. Wait until she eliminates and then praise her lavishly by saying "good puppy" several times in a high, excited voice. If you catch your dog eliminating indoors, clap or make a loud noise to startle and interrupt her. Take her immediately outside and, if she finishes, praise her. It's important not to yell at or punish a dog who eliminates in the house. Doing so can teach the dog either to be scared of you or not to eliminate in your presence. If you find a soiled area, clean it promptly and use an enzyme cleaner on your floor. These cleaners can be found at most pet stores and remove all traces of odor. Dogs often eliminate in the same areas based on scent; this will help to lessen the chance your dog will "go" in that spot again.

Socialization
It's important to expose your new dog to people and pets of all sizes. Bringing him to a dog park, letting him play with neighborhood kids and arranging play dates with other dogs are ideal ways to help him feel comfortable with other animals and people. It also gives him the chance to get exercise and fulfill his natural urge to play. By introducing him to other animals and people at a young age, he's less likely to feel threatened or act aggressively later in life.

Crate Training
At some point in time, it's likely you'll have to leave your puppy alone for a few hours. Until she can be trusted home alone, a crate can be a helpful solution. It is critical to create a positive association with her crate. This can be done by feeding her in her crate and offering her treats every time she enters on her own. This will help her feel the crate is her safe place and her own little quiet area in your home. Start by leaving her alone for just a few minutes. If it goes well, you can gradually increase the time up to a few hours. A good rule of thumb is that puppies up to six months of age should be left no more hours than their age in months. For example, a three-month-old puppy should be left alone no longer than three hours.

Unwanted Behavior
At some point, it's likely your puppy will push his limits. It may be nipping, jumping or a variety of other behaviors that you consider unacceptable. The best way to change this behavior is to distract him and encourage him to do something you want. For example, if your puppy is nipping at you, ask him to "sit." If he does so, praise him. If your puppy refuses to change the behavior, a stern "no" and turning to ignore him is the best way to make him stop. Puppies thrive on attention. Once your puppy understands that unwanted behavior leads to being ignored, the behavior will likely stop.

The Best Ways to Train a Puppy

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 5 Jul 2010 13:04:00 -0700

Puppy training is important to having a happy home that isn't destroyed by puppy teeth and over-exuberance. Seeking the help of a professional will often get you on the right foot in your training program.

Training Tips

All dogs should learn the basics of obedience. "Sit," "stay" and "off" are good commands to work on first. Starting training your puppy as soon as possible so it won't learn bad habits. Very young dogs have a short attention span, though, so training sessions should be short and frequent.

Treats are the best motivation, so show the puppy you have something tantalizing in your hand. This gets their attention. Next say the desired command and show the dog how to do what you want it to do. For example, put the puppy in the sit position and give it a treat. With a bit of repetition, the dog will quickly figure out that the desired behavior will result in a treat.

Potty training can be more difficult. To train a dog to go in the desired place, take the puppy to that place multiple times throughout the day, and if it does its "business," reward it with a treat.

The key to proper puppy behavior is to start early and be consistent. If a behavior is overlooked one day then punished the next, it sets up a mixed message for the pup and you will not get the behavior you're seeking. For example, if you allow your puppy on the couch sometimes, it will think the couch is an acceptable place for it.

Exercise keeps a dog's physical and mental health sound. Bored animals tend to find mischief, and they can be more difficult to train because they have a hard time focusing when they have too much energy.

Some breeds, such as collies and retrievers, require more mental stimulation than others because they were bred to be working dogs. These guys can get into trouble and develop undesirable behaviors unless you offer them an alternative. Keeping a plethora of toys available and introducing more active training like "fetch" is a good way to start. Once your puppy is 6 months old, you can introduce games that are more mentally and physically challenging.

Bark Buster Technique for Training Dogs

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 4 Jul 2010 12:28:00 -0700

Training a dog at any age can be difficult. As puppies, it's all about house training, and with older dogs, it's more about obeying commands. An old-fashioned way of training was to train dogs with force and punishment, but Bark Busters disagrees. Bark Busters is a dog training program that was developed in Australia and utilizes several techniques to help you get your dog trained for any behavior problems you are running into at any age.

Correction and Praise

Rather than use force or punishment, Bark Busters focuses most of its training techniques on what it calls "corrections." Pet owners do not punish a dog for bad behavior, but they do correct the behavior in a way that demonstrates their authority. When a dog learns a corrected behavior and does it all on his own, Bark Busters believes in giving a lot of praise. But praise does not come in the form of treats; praise is given by showing affection and attention.

Brett Silk of Bark Busters USA told Tip 'N' Tails Newsletter that Bark Busters does not believe in using treats because they see it as bribing the dog. While it may temporarily stop the unwanted behavior, it does not instill the lesson or respect for you as the leader.

Language

Bark Busters believes in talking to your dog in her language. As dogs used to travel in packs, and the leader of the pack was responsible for correcting behaviors, you, as the leader of your household, should speak to your dog on her terms to assert your dominance. According to Bark Busters, the language of dogs varies from body language, vocal language, teeth baring and physical language. Bark Busters says the English language or any other human language is just impossible for a dog to learn.

Environment

Bark Busters does not believe in group training. It thinks that taking your dog to an unfamiliar place with unfamiliar dogs will cause your dog to be distracted and unable to learn simple tasks. In addition, by taking your dog out of his natural environment, you aren't teaching him how to transfer any learned skills to the environment in which you need him to perform his new skills. Bark Busters believes in training a dog in the environment in which he will be expected to perform.

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Aggressive Dog Training Techniques

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 4 Jul 2010 12:23:00 -0700

Aggressive dogs typically have learned their behavior as a result of insecurity in their environment. It takes time and a patient person to retrain these animals. For extremely aggressive dogs, the assistance of a professional trainer should be enlisted to assess the best plan of retraining to ensure the safety of both dog and owner.

Fear

Most aggressive dogs became that way though fear. They were treated unfairly and learned that aggression gave them a measure of control in their surroundings. Teaching one of these dogs to trust you and be confident in his surroundings requires time and a lot of patience. You must prove to the dog that he can depend on you consistently to be fair and that you are looking out for him.

To begin, assess the dog for the triggers of his aggression. Does he hate the mailman, the gardener, anyone who touches his food, other dogs, maybe all of these things? Now that you know what triggers an outburst of aggression, do your best to avoid these situations until you can instill some trust in him. Every event that scares him sets you back a bit.

Training

Start with basic obedience training, commands such as "sit," "stay" and "down." With any dog but especially aggressive dogs, use positive reinforcement training, offering him a reward for performing the desired behavior. Negative reinforcement training, a punishment for a wrong behavior, continues to reinforce there is something for the dog to fear.

Once basic obedience has been taught, move to slowly introducing the stimuli that triggers the dog under a controlled environment. For example, if the dog becomes aggressive with other dogs, introduce him to another dog in the following way.

Have a friend with a well-mannered dog help you. Have both dogs on leashes and take them to an area where you can keep a fair amount of distance between them. Have both dogs sit and praise them for focusing on you. Slowly shorten the distance between the dogs all the while keeping the focus on you and your dog listening to basic commands. The dog will soon realize that he is all right and the other dog is not trying to hurt him. This must be repeated many times with different dogs to truly break the old habit. Use this basic technique to slowly introduce other triggers.

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How to Train Your Dog Not to Bark When on a Leash

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 4 Jul 2010 12:13:00 -0700

Train Your Dog Not to Bark When on a Leash

Dog owners often relish the time they spend walking their dogs; frequent walks allow dogs to exercise, experience sensory stimulation, socialize with other dogs and bond with their owners. However, a yappy leashed canine can create a stressful walking experience for all parties involved. Following a few key tips from expert dog trainers will help you train your dog to stay quiet while leashed and alleviate nuisance barking.

Instructions

Step 1

Understand how dogs communicate by barking. Dogs are pack animals; often, barking is a natural way to signal shelter, food or danger to the rest of the pack. The Dog Channel states that dogs also use barking as a means of achieving attention and to communicate excitement and frustration. A New York magazine article suggests that intelligent dog breeds may in fact be more difficult to train, as they respond well to words. Therefore, owners of clever dogs should clearly identify their command in short statements (such as "heel" or "no bark"). Clear communication as a pack leader will help prevent a frustrated dog from trying to follow too many things at once.

Step 2

Discover why your dog is barking when he is on a leash. Does your pet yap at the same house, dog or street during each walk? Your dog may be suffering from distress, anxiety or aggression. Consider the environment in which the dog is barking, to help find a solution to the problem barking. Additionally, ponder whether your dog has released enough energy. Is he receiving frequent, daily walks and adequate exercise? Should the walks be more challenging for your pooch? Is the dog experiencing new smells and sights for mental stimulation? Excessive yapping can be the result of bottled-up energy; evaluate whether your dog tries to pull on the leash (and revisit "heel" training) and if he tries to frequently pick-up the pace. If so, your dog may need to experience more rigorous exercise (such as off-leash running at a dog park) to promote obedient behaviors.

Step 3

Establish pack leadership. A dog must understand that the pack leader establishes control both inside and outside the home. Stay calm, balanced, assertive, dedicated and in control at all times; While excessive barking can be irritating, a frustrated owner will not be able to correct the problem behavior. Exert a peaceful energy, and the dog will mirror your emotions.

Step 4

Establish proper on-leash behavior. Revisit leash-walking basics and retrain as necessary. Correct problem barking by telling your dog "No" firmly when he begins to bark excessively. Use additional communication tools like a physical-training correction (pulling firmly on the leash) or making a sound (such as a whistle) to stop the dog from barking. Be patient, as this training requires consistency. The dog must submit to you as a stable pack leader for him to refrain from problem barking.

Step 5

Reinforce positive behavior. The dog will quickly learn that a positive action will result in a pleasing reward. According to dog expert Cesar Millan, give your dog plenty of stimulating exercise, establish clear boundaries he must follow and reward him with affection after the first two have been completed. A calm, quiet dog will quickly learn that he will receive praise and a treat if her refrains from excessive barking.

Step 6

Increase the dog's challenges. While you may be giving your dog a twice-daily, 45-minute walk, he may remain bottled up with energy-- and release it through nuisance barking. Consider increasing the challenge of your daily walk to help promote an obedient dog, such as running (or walking more brisquely) or teaching the dog agility games to promote mental stimulation.

Step 7

Consult a professional dog trainer. If a dog remains confused about who is the park leader and continues to bark excessively while being walked on a leash, he may be suffering from a severe problem behavior, such as aggression, dominance, anxiety or heightened phobia. Call a professional trainer in your area to help troubleshoot these issues. Your commitment to your pet will help ensure his health and happiness. Additionally, once he is trained properly, you will further enjoy lengthy walks with your calm and quiet leashed dog.

Tips & Warnings

Maintain a consistent, regular training schedule to reap positive results. Consider professional dog training if your pet still does not respond to the above methods. Discover dog-training methods by watching "The Dog Whisperer."

Always maintain calm leadership of your pet; never harm or abuse an animal in any way.

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How to Train a Puppy to Walk a Show Course

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 1 Jul 2010 20:47:00 -0700

A dog show is equivalent to a beauty pageant, and walking is a very important part of it. Training your puppy to walk a dog show course will take some patience and time You can teach your puppy yourself or send her to school. Visiting a dog agility course can also help you train your puppy and get him or her used to different courses and being around other dogs.

Instructions

Step 1

Prepare your puppy for the psychological changes in the difference between performing at home and in a show. Changing his outside walking path to include walking through crowds may help.

Step 2

Teach your puppy the stance command and the proper way to stand when he or she is about 2 months old.

Step 3

Train your puppy at about 6 months to establish the desired gate by getting him or her used to walking leashed on your left side in big, counter clockwise circles with occasional pauses.

Step 4

Show your puppy how to trot. Start at a slow pace and gently increase the speed until he or she is in a full trot.

Step 5

Get to the show early, so you'll have time to put the finishing touches on your puppies coat and get a feel for how the show is set up.

Tips & Warnings

Keep your puppy on a leash when you're walking him or her outside.

Don't be nervous in the show ring with your puppy. Your puppy may sense it and become nervous too.

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How to Train My Puppy in 8 Days

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 1 Jul 2010 20:45:00 -0700

Training a puppy in 8 days requires consistency, patience and lots of love. Puppies will respond best to positive reinforcement that is given out consistently. It is important to set aside time twice a day to work with your puppy. You can choose to work with a professional trainer, but it is not necessary. If you have enough love for your puppy, and are focused on obtaining results from your puppy, you can train your puppy by yourself, in a matter of 8 days.

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Puppy treats Collar Leash

Step 1

Use day one to establish right from wrong and build a house training routine. Reinforce daily. Pay attention to your puppy's eating and drinking habits. When your puppy goes to potty outside, reward him with a small treat, and lots of love. If he has an accident inside the house, firmly say, "No," and then take him immediately outside for a few minutes.

Step 2

Put a collar and leash on your puppy on day two. Let her get used to it for several minutes. She may thrash around a little bit, but will get used to it in time. Clip on a short leash, no longer than 6 feet, though 4 feet is ideal to begin with. Walk her around for about 10 minutes with the leash securely fastened. If the puppy begins to pull backwwards, or thrash, stop in place until she calms down. When she walks nicely for a minute, give her immediate praise and a small treat. Try to do this at least twice a day, for 10 minutes each time.

Step 3

Introduce the "sit" command on the third day of training, which is generally the easiest command to learn. Keep the puppy on the leash, and turn to face him. Tell him to sit, while gently pushing down on his hindquarters. As soon as his butt hits the ground, give him a treat and lots of love. Repeat this over and over, for atleast 10 minutes, if possible twice a day. Repitition is key for puppy training.

Step 4

Teach the stay command on day four. This command can keep your puppy from running somewhere it should not, such as a busy street. Start by reviewing the "sit" command for 10 minutes. Then, while the pup is sitting, take a couple steps backwards, while telling him to "stay" in a firm voice. When he gets up to follow you, gently tell him "no" and walk him back to his spot. Have him sit again, and begin to walk away. Once you can get a few steps away, and he stays put, give him a treat and praise him. Repeat this for 10 minutes. Keep in mind, that Step 1 and 2 should be worked on continuously.

Step 5

Review each and every command taught up to this fifth day of training. Work, for at least 20 minutes on leash walking, the "sit" command, and the "stay" command. Always use lots of positive reinforcement, give lots of praise and a treat everytime the puppy performs as you want.

Step 6

Train your puppy to come when called on the sixth day. Review for 5 minutes on earlier taught commands, and then work for 10 minutes on teaching the command "come." Have your puppy sit and stay, and walk to the end of the leash. When you call your puppy, yell "come" and give a gentle tug on the leash. When your puppy comes to you, reward him. As he gets better, let more time elapse when you get to the end of the leash. Always give lots of praise.

Step 7

Spend alteast 15 minutes, twice a day, working on commands. If you can fit in a third session, go for it. Don't make sessions too long, or your puppy will lose interest. Puppies are like children, and have short attention spans.

Tips & Warnings

Repitition and praise is key, your puppy wants to please you.

Never scold your puppy for not following a command, it will only succeed in having your puppy withdraw from you.

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How to Train a Puppy to Walk With You

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 1 Jul 2010 20:41:00 -0700

Training a puppy requires patience. Everything is new to him and he just takes a little while to catch on. One of the easiest things to teach a puppy is how to heel. Two main methods, if used in conjunction with each other, will aid in getting your puppy to learn quickly

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Collar

Leash

Puppy treats

Step 1

Attach a collar and leash to your puppy while you are still in the house. This will be a signal that you are going outside. Once outside, stop and pet your puppy. Make him aware of you and not the multitude of things outside that he is interested in.

Step 2

Start to walk in a normal manner. If the puppy follows, praise him greatly. If he balks or tries to head in a different direction, use the leash to give a sharp tug in the direction you are going. Walk over to the dog and give it some encouragement to come with you. If he obeys and begins to follow you, reward him with a small treat.

Step 3

Tug him in the direction that you want him to walk by giving him another sharp tug to get his attention if he begins to wander. When he returns to your side, praise him verbally again. Stop and wait for him to stop also. If he stops by you, praise him again and give him a small treat.

Step 4

Repeat Steps 2 and 3 a few times and reward and discipline as appropriate. The attention span for the puppy is only for about 10 to 15 minutes at the early stages. You will need to practice this training at least three to four times a day for at least 2 months before it is "learned" behavior.

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How to Train Your Dog to Come When Called

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 13:47:00 -0700

As with any sort of training, start your dog off slowly when teaching him to come, then gradually increase your expectations.

Instructions
Things You'll Need:

Canvas Dog Toys
Dog Leashes
Dog Toys
Dog Training Aids
Dog Treats
Fleece Dog Toys
Leather Dog Collars
Rope Dog Toys Vinyl Dog Toys

Step 1
Begin inside the house, with you and your dog in the same room.

Step 2

Have some dog treats on hand. Facing your dog, back up a few steps.

Step 3
Call the dog by name, followed by the simple command "Come." (For example: "Spike, come.")

Step 4
Reward your dog with a treat after he approaches you.

Step 5
Slowly increase your expectations for your pup by calling him from another room.

Step 6
Gradually move into the backyard, front yard on a long leash and so on.

Step 7
Praise and encourage your dog as he comes to you.

Step 8
Remember to say "good" right when the dog exhibits the behavior you want.

How to Train Your Dog to Stay

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 13:35:00 -0700

Teaching your dogto "stay" involves the same positive reinforcement techniques necessary for all training. Be sure your dog understands a "release" command first so she'll know when it's OK to move from the "stay" position

Instructions
Things You'll Need:

Dog Bones
Dog Dishes
Dog Food
Dog Toys
Dog Training Aids
Dog Treats

Step 1
Be sure your dog understands a release command, such as "free" or "okay," before teaching this command.

Step 2
Have your dog sit or lie down in front of you. (See Related eHows "Train Your Dog to Sit" and "Train Your Dog to Lie Down.")

Step 3
Place your hand, palm open, in front of your dog's nose and give the command "Stay."

Step 4
Say "Good" at the exact moment your dog exhibits the behavior you want.

Step 5
Give the release command immediately after (within 1 to 2 seconds), followed by treats and unlimited praise.

Step 6
Reward your pet even if she only "stayed" for 1 second; and always offer rewards for even slight indications of understanding.

Step 7
Lengthen the amount of time your pet remains in the stay position very gradually, and slowly move farther away.

Step 8
Remember to give the release command after every successful "stay" as you increase the length of time your dog must remain in the position.

Step 9
Aoid going into another room until your dog fully understands the command.

Step 10
Train in 5-minute sessions.

How to Teach Your Dog Not to Jump

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 13:24:00 -0700

Sure, it's cute when a puppy jumps up on you - a demonstration of her affection - but it's important to break this habit early on. It's not so cute when a 90-pound dog tackles you (or your visitors) just to say hello. Here's how to stop the jumping on people and furniture.
Stop Your Dog From Jumping on Furniture

Things You'll Need:

* Dog Bones
* Dog Toys
* Dog Training Aids
* Dog Treats

Step 1
Take your pup off the furniture and say "Off!" Teach your puppy early on that you do not favor her sitting on the furniture.

Step 2
Be consistent. It's important that you don't allow your dog to jump up on furniture one day and then punish her the next time she jumps on the couch.

Step 3
Try not to leave food on the countertops and tables. These are temptations that a dog in training cannot resist.

Step 4
Limit your pup's roaming area to places that don't have furniture with nesting qualities if your dog jumps on furniture while you're gone.

Step 5
Consult a pet behaviorist if the behavior persists.

Stop Your Pet From Jumping on People

Step 1
Be consistent with puppies and dogs; it's counterproductive to discourage your dog from jumping on others, while allowing her to jump on you and lick your face.

Step 2
Turn all the way around when you first walk in the door and your dog leaps up on you.

Step 3
Wait until your dog stops jumping, and say "Good!" the moment she does.

Step 4
Command your pup to sit if she knows the command, and don't touch her until she does. Again, be consistent.

Step 5
Tell your dog to find her toy if she doesn't know "sit." This redirects your pup's energy from jumping on you to finding her toy.

Step 6
Practice "no jump" with friends once your dog learns not to pounce on you. Have friends give treats and praise when your dog succeeds.

Step 7
Anticipate potential jumping situations, and tell your dog to sit or redirect her attention to something else.

Step 8
Praise your dog when she doesn't jump, especially during situations that might give her reasonable cause.

Dog Bite Diseases

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 20:52:00 -0700

Dog Bite Diseases

Dogs may carry serious contagious viruses in their saliva and being bitten by a dog can result in several diseases. They have almost as much bacteria in their mouths as humans and their bite can cause infections in humans and other animals. Any dog bite no matter how mild should be treated as soon as possible.

Tetanus

1. Tetanus bacteria (clostridium tetani) are found in dirt and feces. Dogs eat things on the ground and clean themselves with their tongues. When a dog bites someone the bacteria transfers from their mouth to the wound, where the bacteria begins to multiply. Symptoms include fever and muscle spasms. These spasms can become severe and can affect the throat and chest making swallowing and breathing difficult.

Staph Infection

2. Staph infections are caused when the staphylococcus bacterium that normally resides on a person's skin enters the body. When a dog bites through the skin it can cause these bacteria to enter the bloodstream. The bacterium then enters the heart, lungs, intestines, causing disease. Symptoms include skin problems such as rashes or boils, persistent fever and nausea. According to the Mayo Clinic staph can cause an inflammation of the heart known as endocarditis which can be life threatening.

Pasteurellosis

3. Pasteurellosis is the most common dog bite infection. The bacterium, pasteurella, is found in a dog's saliva. Symptoms appear within 12 to 24 hours of being bitten. These include pain, swelling and redness at the bite, headache and nausea. This disease moves very quickly and can lead to infections in the bone and tendons in the appendage bitten. To avoid permanent damage medical help should be sought immediately.

Capnocytophaga Infection

4. Capnocytophaga, caused by the bacteria capnocytophaga canimorsus, is a serious disease resulting from even a mild a dog bite. The bacteria can cause septicemia, which in turn can lead to sepsis. Sepsis may cause whole body inflammation, fluctuating temperatures and accelerated heart and breathing rates. It can lead to multiple organ dysfunction syndrome where organs begin shutting down, sometimes resulting in death. People with compromised immune systems or those who have had their spleen removed are more susceptible to this disease.

Rabies

5. The most well-known and most deadly disease from a dog bite is rabies. This is a virus and symptoms include fever, head and body aches, hydrophobia, paralysis and coma. When total paralysis sets in the lungs cease to function causing suffocation. According to the WHO, once a person develops the symptoms of rabies there is no treatment and usually ends in death.

How to Prevent or Stop a Dog Bite?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 09:00:00 -0700

It is Dog Bite Prevention Week and most people are talking about how to prevent bites but usually do not talk about what action steps might be taken to keep yourself safe or to break up a dog fight safely.

Now I have to say that each situation is unique and these are only general guidelines.

This means that you are ultimately responsible for doing further research to educate yourself and for taking action to protect yourself or your dog–no one else can do it for you.

Many dog bites occur when a human intervenes during a dog fight so when it comes to dog-to-dog aggression owners should

restrain and socialize their dogs,
educate themselves about normal canine play,
learn the warning signals canines exhibit,
and learn how to safely intervene if a fight occurs.

Okay, so assuming that you have taken these actions let’s move on to some more specifics.

Take action before, during, or after a dog attack?
Ideally the time to take action is before an incident escalates into something serious.

Prevention is the best strategy which is what Dog Bite Prevention Week is about.

However, most pet owners do not recognize the early signals dogs exhibit before attacking or biting–and I recently read a blog post by an agility dog training student whose dog was attacked by her trainer’s dog!

Often the owner’s, trainer’s or handler’s relationship with the animal can be used to prevent an incident. Having said that I believe that most incidents occur due to human error.

In most situations distraction can work before an incident escalates– and can usually be used to prevent an incident or redirect the energy elsewhere.

Once an altercation begins there are actions people can take during the incident but there is a great risk of dog bites. Safety of the people, the public, and the animal are all concerns that should be taken seriously.

The wrong interference can also escalate an event. Depending on the nature of the animal(s), the location, and the people on hand will determine what actions you can take and may make response difficult.

Resources nearby or on-hand can also be critical pieces for mitigating or intervening in a dog attack so you should make it a habit to scope out your surroundings in the event you face a threat.

Planning

Knowledge of your dog and his or her behavior is critical. If you know that your dog reacts aggressively in certain situations, or toward different animals, you should be prepared to avoid those situations and animals.

You should always be alert to other animals in the area that might be threats to you or your pet.

A good rule of thumb is to project your focus forward between 50-100 feet.

This doesn’t mean you don’t pay attention to your immediate surroundings but that you also scan ahead so you can anticipate and take steps to prepare for the worst if you need to.

Preparedness

Knowledge of what type of actions or devices can be used to assist in the event an emergency is only part of the equation–you also have to know how to use the devices correctly!

The key is to know that you can use a barrier, jacket, or a deterrent in a sticky situation because it helps calm you and gives you the confidence to take action instead of reacting blindly.

Distraction

This is something that is done to distract an animal away from an area, event, or item. Generally verbal or audio distraction is used but sometimes visual or physical distraction can work. The use of distraction comes just BEFORE the animal is reacting.

Audio Noise distraction can often startle an animal away. Loud marine or sport horns, clashing metal trash can lids, banging on metal containers, and other noise makers can be quite effective.
Voice I’ve had great luck telling dogs to “git home” and pointing the opposite way. Most dogs become startled if you do this. The key is to make sure that this is done while they are still a good distance away.

Caution: If a dog is aggressive toward you in most cases it is best to avoid a direct eye stare. This challenge can provoke some dogs into attacking.

Physical Barrier

Trash can lids can be used as a shield but anything that you can place between yourself and another animal can help stop an attack–be creative.

Psychological Control/Spacial Distance

Using the flight distance of some animals can help to move them away.

Policemen usually exhibit the right body posture and verbal commands to elicit this response–pet owners could do the same to gain control of their own animal–again this strategy is used normally prior to an incident.

Physical Action

Restraining an animal or to using some sort of other method, such as the stream of water from a fire hose or a bucket of water are a couple of examples. It is always best to avoid inserting yourself (or your limbs) between animals in an altercation.

Getting an animal into another location such as a public restroom and closing the exterior door, getting into your vehicle, relocating so there is a fence between the dogs or using something else as a barrier all work well.

“Wheelbarrow”

If two dogs are in a fight I’ve had success with throwing a jacket over the head of the dogs (or the main aggressor) and grabbing the back legs and lifting while moving back. They key is to keep moving to avoid having the dog lash back.

Chemical Interference

Pepper spray, mace, or ammonia and water are some of the emergency remedies that some people have on them when working animals. I carry mace and a product called Direct Stop in my training bag.

Other
It is important to remember that with most species, the reaction to aggression is more escalated aggression.

However, other than sprinting and pole vaulting, some things to remember are that you can also hit the sensitive areas on an animal.

Where are the vital areas? (eyes, nose, genitals, etc.,) Can you knock the air out of them?

Along with a loud yell, I’ve used the top of my foot to wind an aggressor by hitting it in the gut to get it off another dog that he had on the ground. I don’t recommend it but sometimes you have to do what it takes to intervene.

Audio and visual distraction can be done very effectively with CO2 fire extinguishers. I also use the Barker Breaker as an interrupter.

As a last resort Hot Shots, Cattle Prods, or Tazers will also work. Batteries must be charged for them to work so they should be monitored and tested periodically.

Resources

In the event of a dog bite, cell phones allow you to snap photos of aggressive animals, document locations, bites, owners, and to program emergency contact numbers inyour phone.

What numbers should be programmed into your phone?

Add the veterinary emergency clinic, your regular veterinary office number, animal services, the sheriff or police station numbers, the local hospital, and your emergency contact numbers.

Now it is your turn do you have any tips and hints on how to effective stop a dog attack or how to prevent dog bites? If so, leave your comment

How to Treat Your Dog's Separation Anxiety

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:14:00 -0700

Barking, whining, escaping, destructive behavior or, in severe cases, self-mutilation can be your dog's way of expressing anxiety over your absence.

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Dog Bones
Dog Dishes
Dog Leashes
Dog Toys
Dog Treats

Step 1

Consult your veterinarian to get a correct diagnosis of separation anxiety. Your veterinarian will help you with treatment or refer you to an animal behaviorist who can prescribe effective drug therapies to alleviate your dog's anxieties.

Step 2

Practice leaving your dog alone for short periods of time. Pick up your keys and leave for 1 minute.

Step 3

Gradually increase the amount of time you stay away. This will accustom your dog to your absence.

Step 4

Avoid overly emotional good-byes and greetings. Instead, pat your dog on the head and offer a quick good-bye or hello.

Step 5

Keep your dog confined in a safe area while you are away. Be sure to leave a bowl of water and plenty of chew toys.

Step 6

Exercise your dog for an hour each day in places other than your yard or home. This helps your dog feel comfortable in other locations and lets her blow off steam.

Step 7

Praise your dog often to build self-confidence, rather than punishing her for exhibiting frightened behaviors. Punishment only increases anxiety and makes the situation worse.

How to Correct Bad Behavior in Dogs

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:13:00 -0700

Instructions

Step 1

Stop begging. This stems from natural instinct, improper socialization, boredom or desire for your attention. To stop it, feed your dog on a regular schedule with no snacks between meals. Never feed to the dog from the dinner table, and ignore the dog while he's begging.

Step 2

Prevent or stop biting. Dogs bite because they're teething, they feel threatened, they're injured, they've been abused or, sometimes, if the dog is in heat. Provide dogs plenty of chew toys. If a puppy nips or bites, use a can or bottle filled with coins or rocks as a shaker, and shake it at them while saying "no" firmly. The shake can will startle them. Dogs that are injured should be muzzled until they've healed to prevent biting.

Step 3

Keep your dog from chasing cars. Often a dog is protecting its territory when doing this, other times, it could mean simply that the dog dislikes cars. Keep the dog in a secure yard where the street isn't accessible. On walks, leash the dog and yank firmly on the leash if he guns for a car. That said, lavish praise on a dog when he resists chasing cars. Exercise the dog regularly to rid it of pent-up energy.

Step 4

Step chewing. This is also an element of the natural teething process in puppies. It also arises from boredom, separation anxiety, undernourishment, lack of exercise and thunderstorms. Give dogs chew toys and an alternative, particularly in puppies. Older dogs should have varied chew-toy options. Spray bitter apple (available at pet stores) on items the dog likes to chew. Home remedies include hot pepper sauce, vinegar and hot mustard, as well as alum mixed with water. Say "no" and use the shake can if you catch the dog in the act. Exercise the dog daily. Consult a vet if there is a diet problem or if the dog has a problem during thunderstorms.

Step 5

Don't let your dog dig through the trash. This results from hunger, boredom or a strong odor. Store the trash can in an inaccessible area and use a sealed lid. Spray bitter apple on the trash can or try some of the aforementioned home remedies. Once the dog knows that the shake can means "no," you can place it on top of the trash as a warning sign.

Step 6

Avoid holes in the lawn by preventing the dog from digging in it. Dogs usually dig as a natural sheltering instinct. They also do it to escape from the yard, from boredom, separation anxiety, critters and vermin or a desire to cool off in hot weather. Discourage it early on because it's one of the tougher habits to break, especially in terriers. Provide toys in your absence. If it's hot, put a kiddie pool in the yard. Exercise the dog daily. If it can't be stopped, confine the dog to an area of the lawn where digging is acceptable.

Step 7

Don't let your dog eat its (or others') stool. They do this because of undernourishment, stress, boredom or poor hygienic conditions. Clean up the stool as soon as the dog has eliminated it. Feed the dog special food, available through vets, that makes feces undesirable. Exercise and play with the dog daily to relieve stress and boredom. Keep the dog on a leash during walks, and use your shake can.

Step 8

Quiet excessive barking. Along with the usual culprits, territorial aggression and frustration can be to blame. Exercise the dog plenty. Train your dog to know the boundaries of the yard and narrow the area she feels territorial about.

Step 9

Don't let your dog fight with other dogs. Enroll your dog in obedience courses. Keep your dog on a leash during walk. Yank leash and say "no" firmly if he growls at another dog. Never try to break up dog fight with your hands. Hose dogs off, throw a jacket on them or try to distract them with loud noise.

Step 10

Keep dogs from jumping on people. Consistently discourage the practice at early age with firm "no." Ignore the dog and avoid eye contact when she jumps on you to discourage such behavior. Tell the dog to "sit" and reward her with affection and treats when she obeys. Exercise the dog daily to reduce excess energy.

How to Correct Bad Behavior in Dogs

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:13:00 -0700

Fun Ways to Exercise With a Dog - Ring Jump

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 11:20:00 -0700

Ring Jump

The Ring jump takes the competitive jump to a whole different level. Unlike the single bar hurdle the dog is confined to a very specific area. Adjust the height once your dog becomes comfortable jumping through the ring. The ring is made of soft material so your dog get won't hurt when accidentally hitting it in a jump.

Setup is done in five easy steps. No tools needed. The set comes in a carrying case so you can easily take it with you or store it when not used.

The singleRing Jump is a great way to start training a dog for agility courses. The simple design and sturdy construction makes this single bar hurdle a high quality, durable product and the ring is soft and protects your dog.

Let your dog become the Ring Master.

You’ll love watching your dog jump through this agility ring! His jumping is confined to a very specific area, so it takes tremendous agility on his part – and that means the two of you can have lots of fun training together. Best of all, the jump ring is made of soft material so your dog won’t get hurt when he hits it during a jump.

Fun Ways to Exercise With a Dog - Bar Jump

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 11:17:00 -0700

Bar Jump

The single bar hurdle is a great product to start training a dog for agility courses. The simple design and sturdy construction makes this single bar hurdle a high quality, durable product

Teach your dog to jump any height with this single bar hurdle. As your dog becomes comfortable with the jump, slowly but gradually raise the bar.

The hurdle frame and bar are made of lightweight PVC so your dog won't get hurt if he/she accidentally knocks down the bar. The setup is done in four easy steps and doesn't require any tools. The set comes in a carrying case so you can easily take it with you or store it when not used.

Your dog will be leaping with joy when using this Agility Jump Bar

You can teach your dog to jump to new heights with this single agility jump bar. This jump bar has a simple design and sturdy construction make it durable, but its composition from lightweight PVC ensures that your dog won’t get hurt if he knocks it down. Set-up is easy, and a handy carrying case lets you take the agility jump bar with you or store it when it’s not in use.

Fun Ways to Exercise With a Dog - Tunnel With Chute Activity Set

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 11:11:00 -0700

Foot Closed Tunnel

The collapsed tunnel is simple, yet can be a difficult part of any agility course. This item is essential for properly preparing for competition, as your dog must become accustomed to it.

Tunnel With Chute Activity SetThis tunnel with chute set is even more fun then the long tunnel. This tunnel is only 3 feet long but has a detachable 8 feet long chute. Train your dog to pass the tunnel first. Then attach the chute at minimum length. Keep the exit open so your dog can see the end. When the dog is comfortable with the tunnel and compressed chute, extend the chute until full length. Always keep training activities like this fun and reward your dog.

Setup is done in three easy steps. No tools needed. The set comes in a carrying case with tunnel, detachable chute and stakes so you can easily take it with you or store it when not used.

Short, but sweet.

This is a training tool that will provide your pet with hours of fun. Our 3-foot open tunnel comes equipped with a detachable chute that can be a challenging obstacle for your pal to master. That’s because he must learn to run through the chute without the benefit of being able to see what’s on the other end.