Tag Archives: Dog Training
Books About Dogs
In response to a number of requests we have put together some pages which highlight the various types of books about dogs, including dog breeds, dog training, dog grooming, dog breeding and dog behaviour. These can be found by following the links from the right hand navigation of the blog under “Pages” or from the … Continue reading
Dog Training Basics
Every dog owner has a dream of teaching his dog to follow every command he utters. There are hundreds of things which dogs can be trained to do, and the best part is that you can do it yourself! If you are serious about training your dog, you need to get a professional’s help – … Continue reading
Puppy Training – The Clicker Is Your Friend So Learn How To Use It
Remember that a dog functions in the here and now. The next second, its mind will be onto something else. You need to let your dog know exactly when its right and exactly when its wrong. If your timing is off, you may inadvertently be training just what you don’t want your dog to do! … Continue reading
Dog Training Basics
Training your dog can be a worthwhile endeavor but before you start, there are some things you need to know in order to make training easier and more pleasant for both you and your dog. The very most important thing you must always remember is that you are the boss! By nature dogs are pack … Continue reading
Make Dog Training Fun Not A Chore
To help your children become involved in training the family puppy, make it fun rather than a chore. One way to do this is to turn it into a game. “Gentle, interactive games build the bond, trust and respect that is desirable between child and puppy,” says Thomas Morningstar, professional dog trainer and owner of … Continue reading
Training Your Older Dog
Mention dog training and most people think of a young puppy being taught the basic commands. In fact, you may have heard that it is not possible to train an older dog. Thankfully, for many people who have adopted an older dog, this is not true and, in fact, you CAN teach an old dog … Continue reading
Training Your Dog To Stay
If you want your dog to be safe then one of the most important things you can do is train him to “Stay”. When your dog masters this command you can be assured that you can keep him in a safe spot if there is danger around. Important as it may be, the “Stay” command … Continue reading