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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If you have searched the bookstores and the library for dog training manuals, you will realize that no two are alike. In fact, many of them are vastly different. Some dog owners who purchase or check out these manuals realize that large portions of the material may not even apply to them and their dog. Unfortunately, there is no true one size fits all and there shouldn’t be! Both you and your dog are unique with different temperaments and a generalization of training tips may not work for you. 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 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 »

Easy dog training is possible, even when you don’t have the time to commit to attending actual training classes with your dog. There are a number of dog training manuals and how-to’s available on the internet to choose from and perhaps one of the most effective is Dove Cresswell’s Dog Training Online. With experience training dogs for Hollywood movies and commercials, this trainer knows her stuff. Read more »

Obedience training for dogs is one of the best things that you can put in place for your pet dog - a well trained dog is going to be far happier than a dog who has not been trained at all. Read more »

Have you ever heard the adage that a well trained dog is a happy dog? Well, it is certainly true.  Dog behavior training can make a huge difference in the life of both you and your pet dog.  While you both may enjoy each other’s company and love each other, obeying basic commands, proper house training, and even learning a few tricks can turn your dog into a confident pet that respects you. Read more »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

Tips for Training your Dog to Fetch

Are you fed up with tossing a ball, getting your dog to go get it, then he comes back without it?  Somewhere between you and where the ball landed, he has dropped it?  Another ball lost!  So just what is the great secret to training your dog to fetch?   Read more »

The first stage in the process to stop your dog chewing is to accept that it is natural for him to want to chew - it is their instinct.   It is upto you to train them so they know what they can and can’t chew.

Just like a child, when a dog is teething he needs something to chew.  Buy him some suitable toys so he is not so tempted to have a nibble at your shoe or your furniture - this is a much cheaper option than to let him have free rein and chew whatever he fancies. Read more »

Training a dog to come to you when it is called is the most important command you can teach your dog. A well trained dog will immediately respond to your voice, and the sooner he can learn this the better.

There are many advantages to teaching a dog to come when called, for instance if his collar breaks, or he slips his leash you will still have complete control of your dog. You need to be sure that your dog will return to your side immediately you call him, even when he has lots of other things taking his attention. Read more »

Within a dog obedience school environment your dog will be trained to respond to your commands and will be introduced to various social elements, and this will help them to adapt to any particular situation you may come across in the future. Read more »

Congratulations! You’re a new dog owner! Purchasing and raising a puppy can be one of the most rewarding and enjoyable events to happen in a household.

However, with your new puppy comes a lot of responsibility, training and commitment. One of the most challenging aspects to bringing up your new companion can be puppy leash training. Puppies generally are full of energy, curiosity and seem to be oblivious to you and your training regime. However, there are a few steps you can take to make even the shortest walk pleasurable for both of you. Read more »

Many owners can train their dogs without the one-on-one guidance of a dog trainer. If you plan to train your own dog, there are a few dog training problems you should be aware of that could undermine everything you are trying to do.

First of all, do not assume that your dog understands everything you are saying. They may recognize a few words from repetition but it is the overall tone of your voice as well as your mood they actually pick up on.  If you find that your dog is not Read more »

There is one key element in dog training and obedience that will help to avoid the development of aggressive behavior, socialization. Socialization means introducing your puppy to as many different situations as possible from a young age. This article will outline the basics used in socialization and will help you, and your puppy, get off to a healthy and happy start with your dog training and obedience. Read more »

Life itself often gets in the way and when you want to train your dog to behave, that priority is usually the first to go in favor of other factors such as your job, relationships and lifestyle changes. When you simply do not have the time to train your dog on your own or even get him to daily or weekly local classes, it is time to seek residential dog training. Read more »

Whoever first stated that “you can’t teach an old dog new tricks,” obviously did not know how to begin such a project.

First, the distinction needs to be made that there are many definitions to the word “training” in that it could pertain to behavior, obedience, or activity training.  Although there is definitely overlap among the three, it is important to know which is being referred to, depending on what type of behavior the owner wants to teach the dog. Read more »

First things first, training dogs is not hard!  All you need is patience, perseverance and a little bit of guidance!  With these in place you will successfully train your dog.

Here are some top dog training tips to help you with training your dog properly so that you can be sure he will be obedient and behave in the way you want him to. Read more »