Part of a good training strategy for dogs is having the right tools to be successful.  A dog training supply store will likely have all the tools you need to enhance your training experience and possibly even speed progress up a bit. You just need the time and patience to be a true success! Read more »

There are many ways that you can invest in providing the proper training of your dog.  It is really important that any training is done in the right way, so you can be happy that your dog will behave in the way you want it to.  A well trained dog is a pleasure, whereas a badly trained dog, or one that is not trained at all is not good.
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When you own a puppy you will almost certainly find that he will exhibit behavior you would rather he didn’t from time to time - two of the most common puppy training issues are how to stop your puppy jumping and how to get your puppy to stop pulling on his leash.  Puppy jumping is covered below and how to stop your puppy pulling on the leash is covered in part 2.
 

Puppy jumping up - this is a problem with, I think every single puppy in the world.  When a puppy jumps up at you he is showing his enthusiasm and how pleased he is to see you. Read more »

Barking is a natural action of dogs and a way they communicate when they are excited, scared, hungry or even hurt. However, some dogs seem to bark just to hear themselves, well, bark and that can be quite nerve wracking on the owners as well as the neighbors! In order to curb that excessive barking, consider trying barking dog training. Read more »

Puppy obedience training that is done with dedication, consistency and care will result in a well behaved and obedient puppy. A puppy will start to learn as soon as they arrive home with you, and they will continue to learn all the time so they need to learn puppy obedience!

Puppies, very like children, need constant watching and training - this need not be an ordeal, teaching puppy obedience just needs you to follow a few rules. Read more »

There is a common misconception with new dog owners that only one person in a family should take on the responsibility of training and obedience. When you really stop to think about it, this approach to in-home dog obedience training makes very little sense. As a dog owner you surely want your dog to listen, respect and obey all members of your family, right? Than why designate the training to only one person? All this will do is ensure that your dog will obey only one person in your family. Read more »

Following on from the previous list of puppy obedience training tips, here are some more that will help to make that your cute little pup turns into a well behaved and obedient dog.

7.  When you are calling your puppy, or even just using his name, always make sure you always use a positive tone, for example don’t say “bad FRED” or “No Fred”, as this will cause confusion to your pup, and he will begin to think that when you call his name it is for something bad. Read more »

Some of the dog obedience tips that have been around for years, e.g “rub you dog’s nose in it” should not be used today.   So the modern day tip would be Dont rub your dog’s nose in it.  The idea behind this old dog obedience tip is that it will show your dog that pooping in the house is not acceptable. However, other than being unnecessarily aggressive, this approach teaches your dog absolutely nothing. All they will learn from such a punishment is fear and mistrust. Instead, take your dog directly outside after an accident in the house. With puppies it is easiest to make sure a potty break is taken after every meal and every lengthy nap since these are the times that puppies are most likely to have an accident. Read more »

There are endless resources that will teach both owner and pup, some important dog training techniques. From online lessons and courses to in-house dog training specialists, there is no lack of choice for the new dog owner. With that being said, here is a basic rundown of the two most common dog training techniques used by professional and amateur dog trainers alike. Read more »

Training your dog at your own home is often the most convenient way to train him/her.  Should you opt for classes, you may well find that if you go ahead and enrol for classes that circumstances sometimes stop you from attending each scheduled meeting, and you therefore miss out on some of the training stages.  This is not so likely to happen if you train your dog at home. Read more »

Purchasing a dog obedience book is a very popular way to gain insight into a dog’s behavior and personality. The following are three of the most popular dog obedience books and what they have to offer.

The Art of Raising a Puppy by the Monks of New Skete

The monks of New Skete have been involved in raising and breeding dogs for more than 20 years at their New York monastery. They released their first dog obedience book in 1978 to world acclaim. They have been offering readers an in-depth explanation of dog behavior, training and the ancient bond between man and dog ever since. In the book   The Art of Raising a Puppy - details here - they concentrate on the first few months of a dog’s life and how to gently assert dominance over your new found companion.  Read more »

Rescue dog training takes at least a year to complete and not every dog has what it takes to make it. That is not to say the dogs who do not complete rescue training are not wonderful companions, they just do not have some of the temperament and developed skills to succeed in stressful, possibly dangerous situations. Read more »

A puppy will need a good solid training foundation, and there are some particular problems which seem to exist with every puppy.  One of these is puppies jumping up, which we covered in part 1.  Another very Read more »

Training puppies is not easy, which is probably why God made them so irresistibly cute! When you first get a puppy you should set straight to work on training it. The puppy shouldn’t get too comfortable being the center of attention if in the end it won’t turn out that way. Try to restrain yourself from constantly playing with the puppy and loving it for hours on end if you won’t keep this up for long. Read more »

There are four basic dog obedience commands. Sit, stay, heal and come. These four words are the foundation for almost all dog training courses, books and guides. However, to be successful these commands have to be used properly and consistently by the dog’s owner.

The following is an introduction to two basic dog obedience commands, sit and come, and how you can use them while working with your dog to achieve the greatest training results. Read more »

When choosing your dog obedience trainer it is important to do your research. Your dog is quickly becoming a loved and important member of your family. This is why it is vital that you educate yourself as much as possible before hiring anyone to train your new companion. The following are a few key questions you should ask your new dog obedience trainer. Read more »

“You can’t teach an old dog new tricks” as the saying goes, or can you?

Yes, adult dogs can be potty trained, it will just take a lot of patience.  It is never too late for potty dog training.

Potty dog training for a puppy is easier, but there is no reason why you can’t train your dog so long as you give him time to learn and progress his actions.

Make sure you keep an eye on your pet and this will ensure that you don’t have too many accidents to clear up.  You can always use a leash so that you are restricting his movements whilst the training is taking place.
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Basic Dog Training really boils down to building a good relationship with your dog.  Your dog needs to have respect for you as his owner, and he also needs to realise that you are leader of the pack.  Once you have taken the position of master and leader of the pack, and the dog accepts your position you will find you have a much happier and more secure pet. Read more »

Before you begin your pet dog training, it is good to know just what options are out there. All types of dog training will vary in price and in what they have to offer.

If you are looking to train your puppy then one option would be a puppy pre-school. A puppy pre-school is a dog training course that is specifically aimed at puppies from about 8 weeks upto around 5 or 6 months. Read more »

A well trained dog is a happy dog – plus the owner is happy too! Home life is a lot less chaotic if your family pooch is trained. With just a few dog training basics, you will have an obedient dog that is happy, and that wants to please its owner.

Whether you choose a class nearby your home or turn to the internet for a successful training program like Dove Cresswell’s Dog Training Online, you need to ensure the dog training basics are covered. If your dog is not housebroken yet nor has no clue about the crate, your training should start with these two fundamentals. Read more »

A badly behaved dog is not the fault of a dog! We have all seen owners yelling and screaming at their dogs trying to make them behave, we as responsible dog owners need to learn about training our dogs.

Obedience training is essential for your dog. The question is are you able to provide this yourself or do you need to seek obedience training for your dog?
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Training dogs can be undertaken in a variety of ways – one of these is clicker
dog training.

Clicker dog training makes use of simple clicker that you can buy from most pet stores, with the dog being trained to respond to the noise that the clicker makes.

The clicker, together with correct use of rewards will soon see your dog trained. Read more »

Housebreaking, house training and dog potty training are mean training your dog not to mess your home, but to go outside when he needs to.

This is one area of dog training that almost every dog owner views with absolute despair.  You can find you are given contradictory opinions from everyone you talk to and can find yourself thoroughly baffled by the prospect of potty training your dog. Read more »

Depending on how you intend to train your dog, you will definitely need some sort of dog training supplies to help you in your quest.

The actual items you require will vary depending on the training plan you are following. If for instance a dog that has behaviour problems, then the dog training supplies that you may find yourself needing are things Read more »