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House Training a Puppy And an Adult Dog

January 4, 2010

Pets
Who is learning faster.
This is probably the biggest concern of most of the dog owners. The politically correct answer to this question is: “It is a dog specific issue.” However, as I don’t care too much about remaining politically correct, I would say that puppies are much faster learners. It isn’t just the matter of [...]

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House Training Dogs Effectively

December 24, 2009

When you are house training dogs, the first thing that definitely needs disciplining and controlling would be… your temper! Short-tempered owners and trainers are in danger of not achieving the training goals for the dog. You need to keep in mind that prior to the training, midway to it and when it ends, the pet [...]

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Healthy Ideas for Dog Treats

December 21, 2009

Dog owners are used to receiving warm feelings of love and kindness from their pets. We know you want only the best for your dog, and when your dog does something special, you want to reward them in a special way. But doesn’t your favorite four legged friend deserve to be healthy? The same stuff [...]

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House training tips – Dachshunds

December 21, 2009

I have a little Dachshund puppy, Well about 11months, and his giving us grief with relieving himself inside just about every night. I found this great article that I think will help me. So if you are having trouble with your Dachshund urinating inside, read this. I’m sure it will help you:
Dachshunds are notoriously hard [...]

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Early Sheltie Training

December 7, 2009

If you are all set for the coming of your sheltie, then it may mean that you are also ready to conquer and become successful in shetland sheepdog training. But if that is not the case, no need to worry much. You can always find a way to become the best and responsinle dog owner [...]

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Choosing Insulated Dog Houses of the Right Size

December 5, 2009

Insulated dog houses keep pets warm during cold weather. But insulation is not the only factor that affects a dog’s warmth. Choosing a house of the right size for your dog is also important. Before you purchase a new dog house, measure your dog. Use the measurements to select a house that will keep your [...]

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Dog Behavior Training – Dog Aggression Toward Its Owners

December 2, 2009

A dog that growls at and/or bites its owner does so for some reason, even if the behavior appears to be “unreasonable” to the owner. If your dog displays aggressive behavior towards you, for the safety and welfare of you, your family and your dog, it’s important to find out why as quickly as possible.
Call [...]

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COME WHEN CALLED

December 2, 2009

Have someone hold your puppy, show pup your YUMMY treat and then move away from your puppy.
Start in an enclosed area with no distractions. Bend down and wriggle the food in front of you towards the puppy and call your pup with a happy and excited voice “pups name, COME” Praise your puppy the whole [...]

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Clicker Training for Dogs

November 25, 2009

What is a ‘clicker’?
A clicker is simply a small plastic box, containing a metal plate which, when pressed, makes a ‘click’ sound.
What is clicker training?
Clicker Training is a method of ‘positive reinforcement training’ – that is, rewarding the behaviours that we like instead of punishing behaviours that we don’t like. When the dog does what [...]

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