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German Shepherd Puppy
Follow these 5 simple steps and you’ll have yourself a well balanced, loving and sociable German Shepherd in the future.
Step # 1: House Training
Your puppy will want to relieve himself regularly, usually around every 45 minutes or so… Your puppy will want to go to the toilet after anytime he drinks, wakes up, plays or anytime he gets excited. When your puppy is grown, he will need to relieve himself after each time he eats.
After he’s eaten or drinks some water take him outside and wait with him until he has done his business, he might go right away or it could take him some time, so be patient and do not to take him back inside until he has done his business. Be sure to praise your dog immediately after he has gone potty.
Through constant repetition always try to take him to a designated place to do his business so that he gets a feel for where he should go. Associating him to the outside as the place to go to the toilet will eventually become the norm for him and soon you will find that he will whine, bark or scratch at the door when he does need to go.
Step # 2: Socialization.
Any dog not properly socialized especially from a young age, becomes a liability. It is the owners duty to ensure that their dog is approachable and safe, not only for the dogs sake but for the owners and the public.
Socialization like all aspects of training is best done when the dog is around 12 weeks old. Be certain that your dog has had all of his shots before taking him to a dog park. Especially important is the Parvo shot, a dog without the proper vaccinations is susceptible to illness or death.
It is imperative that he sees other humans as friends and not something he should be fearful of, so with that said, the easy way to socialize him would be to take him everywhere you go and let everyone you meet, touch, stroke and caress him. He’ll love the attention.
Socialization should be a pleasant experience for him and one great trick is to carry a bag of his favorite treats with you and when you introduce him to other people, hand them one of his treats for them to give to him, this way he becomes accustomed to other peoples hands and sees them as something not to be fearful of.
Puppy Socialization Classes
Check with your local PetCo, PetSmart, Humane Society, Shelter or local pet supply store to locate a puppy socialization class. At the class, introduce him to other animals, but stand close by to squelch any aggressive behavior.
Step # 3: Nipping and Biting.
Puppies as part of their learning curve and socialization procedure instinctively will nip and bite, it forms part of their play time, communication and social standing, but does this make it okay for them to do it? Well yes and no! Puppies will nip and bite regardless, as it is part of their generic make up, which goes on to form their social standing within the group to which they are part of.
It is important that you establish who the leader of your pack right away, use an affirmative “NO” while making eye contact, will be enough to get the message across.
Step # 4: Chewing
The little blighters it seems will chew just about anything they can get their needle-like teeth on. Give your puppy things that are safe to chew on. As they are teething, puppies need plush toys and ropes to chew on this will focus their biting on something other than you.
Step # 5: Barking
Lack of stimulation can play a big part in a dog’s continual barking, so make certain that you spend enough time with him and give him enough exercise so that he is not bored. Puppies along with adult dogs can become quite lonely if you spend a lot of time away from them. They need interaction and stimulation.
Consistency, perseverance, patience and gentle reinforcement are the key ingredients to having a well balanced obedient, well behaved dog. If that is the dog of your dreams then donât blame or shame him, instead train him.
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Saturday, November 14th, 2009
My wife Laura and I had to take a “crash” course in training Pitbull puppies. Our 8 month old Pitbull,”Rocco”, was a muscular 82lbs, and he was becoming a holy terror! Not in a vicious sense, mind you, rather in an “obnoxious” sense. He was non-stop barking, jumping on us constantly, etc.etc. After being educated by a professional Pitbull handler, we discovered that we had made the #1 mistake in training Pitbull puppies!
My wife and I both work outside the home, so we decided early on to build “Rocco” a pen in our relatively small backyard. We equipped it with a spacious enclosure, to protect him from the elements. We would only allow “Rocco” inside our home on a very limited basis. We would try to give him attention, especially when we got home from work, however it probably wasn’t enough.
We noticed that “Rocco’s” barking and jumping gradually became worse as time went by. He really was over excited when we entered the pen upon returning from work.
When we took him on walks, he was pretty much out of control. He would “dart” all over the place, in an effort to expend energy. Upon seeing other dogs, he would bark violently. At 82lbs, he was very difficult to control!
When we were just about to put “Rocco” up for adoption, we ran across some training tips from a professional Pitbull handler. We soon discovered that we had broken the 3 most important rules in training Pitbull puppies.
1) Train your Pitbull puppy at the youngest possible age, BEFORE they get big.
2) DON’T isolate Pitbull puppies for lengthy periods of time. They are loving and social animals.
3) Allow them AMPLE opportunity to expend energy
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Friday, November 13th, 2009
Tibetan Terrier Siblings
When we talk about a dog being part of the family, it’s usually because the family took the time to socialize the animal when he was a puppy. The term socialization isn’t necessarily training, it just involves teaching the dog what others expect of them. There are many things that a new puppy should be taught if you want to end up with a great member of the family. These include:
Not peeing in the house. The idea that certain parts of your home make an acceptable place to relieve themselves should be strongly discouraged. It’s only through learning this behavior will your new found friend ever be considered trustworthy enough to be left alone in your home.
Don’t bite. While puppies are naturally curious and playful, biting should not be allowed. It’s during those first few formidable months that the pecking order of your family becomes established. A pet should never be considered alpha dog in the family but be subservient to all humans. This means that although roughhousing and playing around is fine, biting is definitely not acceptable.
Sit. While this is a learned behavior, having control of your dog is critical to them being part of your family. You don’t need a full-grown dog to charge the door each time the doorbell rings. You may however consider it a positive thing when someone comes to the door that your dog announces the visitor by barking then sits obediently at the door. This can add a measure of safety and put the visitor on notice that a dog is also home.
While there are many other behaviors, you can train your dog to do, socialization should start almost immediately. Showing your new puppy what you expect is easy to do, provided that you are a consistent teacher. The key to teaching your dog anything new is to realize that they have a very short attention span and they want to please you. This means that even during socialization or formal training, any effort to teach a new behavior should be fun.
When you first get a new puppy, it’s important that you keep them confined and under control. There’s no point in allowing bad habits to develop that will only need to be broken in the future. This is a good reason why allowing your puppy to potty or relieve themselves in the house on newspapers or piddle pads is not the best way to house train your dog.
Crate training works because it uses your dogs natural instinct of keeping the sleeping area clean. This, along with consistent visits outside and lots of praise will result in your puppy not only getting the idea of what makes you happy, but also helps with the socialization aspect of his young life. Visit the link below for more information on how to quickly house train your dog using the very effective crate training method.
While socialization and formal training may be similar, training looks for certain reliable actions from the animal. With socialization, we give your new best friend a lot of slack in doing the behavior.
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Thursday, November 12th, 2009
Boxer Puppy
I am sure this thought has crossed your mind – Hey, I wish I knew exactly how to train our boxer (dog or puppy). Maybe that is what led you to this article. Just to give you a little background on Boxer dogs – This dog was first bred as a German guard and working dog. Boxer dogs could even still maintain those abilities nowadays in small percentages. In addition, as strong a s the look, Boxer dogs are not fighting dogs at all.
Here are some dog training tips that can go a long way, on how to train the Boxer breed whether dog or puppy.
A) Make sure to pick your boxer puppy from a responsible breeder that knows the “Boxer” breed and loves dogs and not just the money. This goes for any dog breed. Once acquired, start training the Boxer puppy as early as possible. Boxers, being known for their sharp intelligence, are a breed that can start training as soon as two months old.
B) Socialize your puppy as early as possible. Boxers are known for their terrific attitude and playfulness. Boxer dogs are typically great with people in general. Boxers and their high energy levels require a lot of exercise and attention.
C) When training a Boxer Dog or training any dog always remember you are the pack leader, not them. If you do not practice a calm assertive position as the pack leader (instead of yelling and force), your setting the stage for emotional behavior problems in the future. I suggest a downloading Dog Training Guide to hone your Boxer dog training skills, which always prove to be useful.
So just to recap:
Find a good breeder
Commit Early to Socialization with Other Dogs (and people)
Calm Assertive Training Methods
Keep in mind – dog behavior problems are common in Boxers due to their high energy levels mixed with little exercise. High energy can lead to destruction, hyperactivity, and other aggression issues that need the expertise of a trainer or licensed professional.
This dog breed can sometimes have hip problems – due to poor ownership (diet, lack of exercise, etc). There are genetic problems in White boxer dogs such as being prone to hearing problems (small percentage).
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Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
Although it does not sound like the appealing job of the universe, housebreaking a new dog will play a vital part in blending with the most new member of the family. It teaches you patience and leaves you with good knowledge of what your dog wants once he has taught. Also, he will learn good behaviors and things that are expected of himher, to live very comfortably and happily in his very new home.
It is important not to forget that, it’s just like a child, the puppy’s attention time is very short. While you teach a child not to beat, he won’t learn it the very first time, but, gradually after you have shown him often that it is not okay. Likewise, you should be very consistent with your puppy while training. Also, while housebreaking the puppy, don’t forget that he isn’t being a bad puppy intentionally; he just hasn’t learned acceptable behaviors!
Begin housebreaking your dog with a very simple feeding module. Give him food at the right time, just like you would have yourself. By doing like this you’ll be helping him in being regular with his movements of bowel. Once he eats, wait for 20-30 minutes, and then take him somewhere outside. Note how long it’s taking before he voids. This would give you a picture of how long should you wait from then you take him outside. (Within a week, you should’ve his module.) Never let him to eat at his will, by leaving some food in his plate all day, as it’ll cause him to meet with accidents and make the housetraining more difficult.
In spite of the old conditions of training a dog, you should never beat, rub his nostril, or in hisher messes, or yell at him. By doing like this, you will tell him it’s faulty to relieve himself! Also, many dogs respond very negatively to mean and aggressive behavior and it will have the opposite effects-they regress during their training instead of advance. Rather, while housebreaking your dog take him outside while he has any accident. Also, don’t forget to praise! Every time when he “goes” where he should, praise him, and soon he would begin to know exactly what all brings praise, and which brings that very dejected face. During this process, remember that full control over the bladder and bowels will not happen till the dog is 16 weeks old, so do not expect much from your dog in the beginning.
In addition, a tip while housebreaking a new dog is to get a stain remover/ odor relief spray. Household utilities like cleaners and sprays can’t be smelled by any dog; only those which are made for animals would work. When any accident happens, clean it and do spray immediately. This would cover the odor left and your dog won’t try to mark his area there again.
Don’t forget that housebreaking a dog is a very big responsibility which will lead to you sharing a very special bond with your dog. Giving encouragement & loads of love would make all spent time worthy!
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Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
The Golden Retriever is truly one of the most beautiful dogs on the planet.
They have a beautiful coat, an amazing face, a strong, sleek, and muscular body, a fantastic personality, a tail that never stops waging, and they are a joy to watch at work, when flushing a pheasant, swimming in the water, or chasing a Frisbee.
The Golden Retriever was originally bred as a hunting dog in Scotland, around 1908, but is now very popular as a house pet, a therapy dog in convalescent homes and children’s hospitals, and is used by law enforcement for drug detection.
Although they do not make very good guard dogs, they will bark loudly if a stranger approaches.
If you have children the Golden Retriever can be the perfect pet. Because of their natural nurturing instincts, and very gentle nature they make the perfect companion.
In 1974 President Gerald Ford made the First Family dog a Golden Retriever named Liberty.
If you are considering getting a Golden Retriever puppy, you need to find a reputable breeder that specializes in breeding Golden Retrievers.
There are plenty of pet shops and back yard breeders that are selling Goldens, that may have serious breed problems ranging from aggression, to hip and eye problems, and a host of other problems that may not be noticeable at the puppy stage.
A reputable breeder will check the blood lines of the parents carefully to make sure they do not have a history of these problems, before breeding. This will be your best chance at having a trouble free pet.
Training your Golden Retriever is not as hard as you may think. These are very intelligent dogs, and eager to learn. They want to please you, and hate to be scowled.
The first thing to remember is that puppies will be puppies, so don’t expect too much too soon.
You can start to bathroom train right away, but if there is anything around you care about within the puppies grasp like shoes, or your favorite slippers, I would put them away, because your puppy’s going to chew them if he gets them.
Give your puppy something of his own to chew. They are teething, and want to naturally chew things because their gums hurt. Make it clear early on that he or she is to chew what you gave them, and nothing else.
If you expect your Golden to respond to your commands, then you want to avoid confusing him. It’s easy to forget that they do not understand the English language.
They respond to certain sounds, or words, based on your body language, and tone of voice. The trick to making the training as simple as possible is to use a few basic words and stick with them.
If you want your Golden to get out of the trash, and you say “no” one time, and “stop” the next time, and then “hey” the next time, they never really get what you are telling them.
The six words that I have found over the years that work best are “NO” “SIT” “DOWN” “COME” “HEEL” and “STAY”. I find they work best if said without the dogs name. These are discipline words, and are better left by themselves.
It’s important that you show your Golden Retriever that you are the boss. You must establish that you are the leader to be successful with his training.
If you give one of your commands, and he does not comply, reinforce the command with a little different tone of voice until he complies.
If that still doesn’t work, don’t just walk away. That will send a bad message. Stick with it until you get the desired results. It will happen.
Never yell at your pet or hit them, or raise your hand in a gesture to do so. You also never want to use anything like a rolled up newspaper, or a belt, or any object of this type to discipline them.
This will only scare and confuse them, and loose their trust, which will make it much harder to achieve the results you are looking for.
If you use the word “No” Firmly, to stop him from what he is doing, or gently show him you want him to “Sit” or lay “Down”, or use the word “Come” when you want him to come to you, or say “Out” when it is time for her to go outside – I think you will be very surprised at how fast he or she learns.
Whatever words work for you are fine, as long as you keep them simple, and stay with the same words all the time I think you will get surprising results.
And don’t forget the most important word of all, GOOD. Using that word combined with boy or girl, or the dog’s name such as “Good Sammy”, can work wonders.
They learn to like that real fast. Saying Good Boy, or Good Girl, or What a Good Girl, with the right tone in your voice, combined with a pat on the head, a biscuit, or a rubbing of their belly, will practically send a Golden Retriever into orbit.
They are beautiful animals. Just be patient, and you will have a great friend for many years.
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Monday, October 26th, 2009
Puppies and dogs are such caring and loving beings; their biggest goal is to make you, their master, happy. By nature puppies want to do what you want them to do. The biggest problem with this is the communication barrier. Dogs can not speak nor can they understand our spoken language. However, through body language, observation, our attitude, and the sounds we make (or words) he will begin to understand what it is we want him to do.
So how do we use this to our advantage? We must do the same things over and over. Repetition will of the same words, body language, and action will help your puppy understand what it is you want him to do. Plus if you reward him with anything ie lots and lots of praise, a belly rub, a scratch on the head, or a small biscuit he will begin to want to do those things for your attention.
Now how to we take this and apply it to our training? Simple, decide on a plan and STICK to it. I am amazed at how many pet owners decide on a puppy training plan only to dismiss it and begin another repeatedly, until the puppy is so confused that it will take longer and a lot harder work to train him.
Does it matter what technique or plan we choose? Yes and no. It does not matter because as long as you choose one and stick to it you will be able to train your puppy. However, it does matter because if you decide on one that requires you to be home 24/7 but you work 8 hours a day, then that plan will not work for you or your puppy.
What are some different techniques I can use? Let me share some basic training techniques with you that should help train your puppy. But remember not all of these techniques will work for all of you. You must take a look at each plan and then at your own personal situation and see if it matches well.
Technique #1: Potty training
This technique does not actually refer to training your dog to use the toilet (we wish) but is actually teaching him where to go potty. First you need to decide on where you want him to potty, I am a big fan of outside, but if you are in an apartment you can choose elsewhere. Then all you need to do is after you pooch eats or drinks, and I mean every time, you need to take him to this designated area until he relieves himself. Then give him lots of praise and release him.
Technique #2: Sitting
This one is a favorite of mine to teach, it does not take too much work and just about anyone can do it. Your puppy probably already knows that certain things taste better then others, so for this you will need a few tasty treats for him. Then you let him sniff the treat for a second. Then you lift the treat about 6 inches over his noise and say sit. Most of the time your puppy will sit in the process of following the treat, then you want to praise him making sure you mention sit again and give him the treat. After doing this a few times a day, for a week or so, your puppy should be ready to sit without a treat and will eventually sit for you when ever you ask.
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Thursday, October 22nd, 2009
Did you just buy a new puppy? Are you thinking about doing so sometime in the near future? If so, you will also want to become familiar with puppy training. The fact of the matter is that if you do not train your puppy you may end up with a problem on your hands. Luckily, with a bit of puppy training you can get past all of this and be well on your way to living a happy life with your new pooch.
Most people who do not look into puppy training fail to do so because they are not aware of what it entails. Although each obedience school has a different way of doing things, most of them touch on the same basics. For instance, your puppy will learn the basic commands. This includes sit, stay, lie down, heel, and come among others. When you teach these commands to your puppy at an early age they will remember them for the rest of their life.
Additionally, training will help to get your puppy used to being around other people as well as other dogs. And as you can imagine, this is quite important. When your puppy is trained to socialize with anybody that they are around, you will have a much easier time keeping it under control.
As you can see, puppy training is well worth the time and money. Many people do not move forward with the puppy training process and end up regretting it in the end. Remember, when you train your dog at an early age you have a much better chance of getting through to it.
So before your puppy gets too old, find a training class in your area. For a minimal amount of money you can teach your puppy the basics of behaving and socializing before they are too old.
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Wednesday, October 21st, 2009
It used to be the case that dog training courses didn’t begin until a dog was 6 months of age. Twelve months, as believed by some trainers, was soon enough. Most people now believe that the first few months of a puppies life are the most valuable and important time to start training.
Puppies are always learning new things.
Puppies are learning each and every day.
They will learn whether we formally train them or not.
Puppies learn quickly since they have no prior experience in any situation.
Because puppies are so open-minded, they can be molded into wonderful, obedient pets.
Though there are several training methods, I prefer the one kindest to the dogs.
We can’t cover everything in one short article but here is the big picture.
One: Opportunity Training – This type of training introduces the puppy to training without him realizing it.
Two: Attention Training – When introducing a brand new command, I wait until the puppy is doing that command before I give it. I introduce the command “Watch” as the puppy is awaiting his reward. Because the dog has a very short attention span, you must praise him immediately.
Three: The Sit – Kneel on the ground and get the puppy’s attention by allowing him to sniff the treat in your hand. Place your hand above the puppy’s head. Because it is easier to look up at the treat while sitting, it will naturally go into the sitting position. Only when the pup sits can you use the sit command and give praise. Repeat this about 9 or 10 times.
Four: The Down – This begins in much the same way as the sit. However, this time your open hand is used to cup over the treats. The puppy will use different methods to try and get the food. He can smell the food but he cannot see it. He will attempt to move your hand out of the way using his nose. Then, he will realize it is much easier to simply lay down. Reward him and give the command “down” as soon as he lays down, while his is still in the down position.
Five: The Recall – The recall or “come” command is crucial for the behavior and safety of the dog. This command can be taught at the same time as down, sit, and stay. Have someone kneel on the ground and hold the dog. Kneel or sit a short distance from the puppy. Get the dog to look at you by placing both hands in front of you. Immediately give the “come” command. After your have the dog’s attention, ask the helper to release him. Speaking the command, “come” with lots of excitement and praise as the dog runs toward you. Give him a tidbit in reward and praise upon his arrival. Do not try to make the puppy sit or lay at the same time. Until he understands the one exercise, repeat it again and again.
Remember that even young puppies can be taught quite a bit. The little ones can learn quite quickly when good technique and a great attitude are present. Keep in mind that the idea behind training is to build confidence and a bond between owner and dog. Training exercises should be done in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. This will encourage the puppy to want to learn.
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Wednesday, October 14th, 2009
Last time we covered a bit of everything in a way. We covered many reasons as to why the walk is important to a puppies training as well as to his overall development. We said what a walk does for him. It’s important to know this because when go to on a walk with your puppy you need to know exactly what you are doing for him. This is important because when you raise and train a puppy you need to give him the tools to become a stable and happy dog when he grows up. You don’t want him to be unstable with regards to his behavior and his attitude. This important time in his life plays such a crucial role that it should almost be enforced when you first get the puppy. Another part of raising a puppy that we discussed was the aspect of roles between you and your dog. Roles are important because they simply establish what role you play with regards to him and what role he should play when it comes to you.
As much as the walk is important, both you and your puppy knowing your roles with respect to each other are just as important. The reason for this the walk is vitally important. Knowing each other’s roles is the first step to having a healthy and beneficial relationship. The walk only strengthens that but to have these kinds of effects between you and your puppy, you need to be consistent and you need to determined. The reason I say this is because there have been quite a few people who have started this with this same intent but as the time went by, their determination began to fade and they lost all their hard work.
When you go on the walk you need to go with the intent of teaching your puppy what you think he needs to know with regards to the rules you want to set down. The purpose of the walk is not only for your puppy to go to the bathroom but for you to strengthen the bond between you as well as introduce him to the outside world. Even though that may be you need to make sure you maintain the pace. When you walk you puppy always make sure he walks next to you and not in front of you. This instills the fact that you are the leader of this walk and not him. If he pulls you make sure you stop him and let him know that you don’t want to be pulled. This is also where the consistence comes in. Every time he does something that you don’t approve of you need to make sure you reprimand him every time he does it. This shows him that his actions are not good and you don’t want him to keep doing this. This is just a basic walk though of what should happen during your walk but as you go along it will evolve based on your needs and his actions.
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Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Often people wonder exactly when puppy training should take place. Well, the answer is as soon as possible. A puppy is able to learn things as soon as he can walk. And the earlier you start training, the more acceptable to it the puppy will be.
Training introduced at an early age will yield good results and cooperation; at a later age it will prove more difficult and meet with resistance. So, get your puppy started on the right track with some proper training, and he will become a welcome addition to your home.
A puppy’s brain grows and develops dramatically in the first six months of its life. This is a time where you can have an enormous influence on how he develops regarding his learning, socialization and emotional behavior. In fact, a puppy can start training as soon as he opens his eyes. Socialization training is very important to a puppy and it is sensitive to this during the third to sixteenth week of its life. It can prevent behavior problems, presented as aggression, at a later age. A well-socialized puppy will turn into a happy, secure dog. Initially, the puppy is around the rest of its litter. Handling by humans should start early also. As he grows he should be taken out, so he can continue to be around other people and pets. By spending time with your puppy through play, the puppy will develop a bond with you and will want to please you.
It is important to establish who is in control. A puppy that is allowed to roam as he wishes, with no limitations on behavior, will learn he is in charge. He will take signals from his setting as to how he should act. So, it is good to set restrictions. Start by setting up an eating area and his crate area. Get a crate just big enough for him to stand in. Too big a crate will allow the puppy to have an area to use as a potty. And house training is one of the first training areas you should address. Take the dog outside frequently so they have the opportunity to go outside. This way they will sense where they are supposed to go. If he messes in the house, clean it up, give him a firm ‘NO’, and take it outside. This way he will know where it should go. Try to keep his urine smell out of the house, as he will associate that with the potty area.
Puppies also love to chew on things. They will do this when they become bored. So play with your puppy and keep him entertained. Also provide him with plenty of chew toys especially if you catch him chewing on something he is not suppose to. It is also a good idea to start early in teaching the puppy not to bite people. While playing with the puppy, try to get him to bite you. When he does, say ‘ouch’ really loud to startle him and stop playing. After a few minutes go back to playing with him and keep repeating. He will get the idea.
Puppy training should be done routinely on a daily basis. And it should be consistent. Stick to the rules. And make sure the whole family does also. Dogs do have a short attention span; so make sure each session is short. It is also important to never hit the dog when he does something wrong. Instead, reward good behavior. He will get the point. Positive reinforcement for good behavior, and a firm ‘NO’ when he does something you don’t like, should do the trick.
Simple commands such as “sit”, “stay”, “down”, “come” and “no” can be taught the first year sometimes even by the 8th week. Their brains are like sponges in the early months of their lives. Say their name and commands often. They will learn through repetition. Reward them with treats initially to get them to follow a command. Later you can withhold the treats and instead offer a ‘good dog’ as a reward.
It is important during your training process, to have a great deal of patience with the puppy. You should never yell or hit your dog. Instead reward good behavior. They will respond better to this, than harsh words. Through proper training, and lots of love, your puppy will grow up to be a well adjusted, sociable, happy and obedient dog. And you will be a proud owner.
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Saturday, October 10th, 2009
When it comes to a matter such as puppy care & feeding, there is a multitude of information that you need to know about. If you have a puppy, then puppy care & feeding is going to by far be one of the most important issues that you need to take into consideration.
Information About Puppy Care & Feeding
Some of the basics about puppy training & feeding remain the same regardless of what type of dog you get, however at the same time, there are also going to be many differences depending on the breed of dog.
Basically the more that you pay for the dog, especially if it is purebred, then the better puppy care & feeding you are going to have to worry about.
This is because purebreds need a lot more care in order for them to maintain their health and keep their fur looking great, and so you really have to make sure before you even purchase a purebred dog that you are going to be willing and able to take the time and effort to properly take care of it.
You are going to have to do research on the specific dog that you buy, so that you will know all of the different tips and tricks that go with each different breed, and this may take you some time but in the end of it all it is going to definitely be more than worth it.
One of the most important factors of all in regards to dog training is exercise, and this means making sure that you get the dog out for a walk at least once a day for about 20 minutes, so that they maintain a healthy weight and as well for their enjoyment.
You also are going to have to take proper care of their fur, and this means giving them a good brushing at least once a week and making sure that you use the proper shampoos and conditioners on their fur.
Just make sure that you take the time to do the proper research on the particular type of dog that you have, so that you know the necessary things that you have to do and the best way that you can go about taking care of your dog. If you do this, then you are going to be able to come out with some really great dog training results and your dog is
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Friday, October 9th, 2009
Your beautiful beagle may not write fantastic stories and be the prudent companion of one of the world’s most famous cartoons, but he or she is sure to be the apple of your eye. The beagle type dog has been around for nearly 2,000 years, but only as a breed of their own since about the 1830′s. They were created from selective breeding of many different scent hound breeds including the Talbot Hound, Southern Hound and North Country Beagle. This small to medium size animal is smart, even tempered and not given to inherited diseases, which makes them the perfect pet and unfortunately subject for animal testing.
Beagle puppies have to be one of the cutest canines on the planet! Long soft ears frame a warm loving face that is primed and ready to show you affection at the drop of a hat. Being from the scent hound, these animals are natural investigators and can sniff out a mouse in an acre field in less than a minute, and this is a proven fact! All of these features of this compact dog make them a number one choice of families, hunters and even law enforcement.
If you have immediately fallen in love with the great beagle, you are probably in need of some puppy training advice. Young beagle puppies are full of boundless energy and innate curiosity, which combines for unique training issues.
Training Issues:-
Determination You see the beagle has been trained for hunting and in particularly the long chase; this means your beagle puppy training will be faced with an animal that is single minded and focused. Their extreme sense of smell makes it difficult to pull them away once they have caught a particular scent that interests them. Although they are highly intelligent, they are easily distracted by all the smells around them. For this reason, you will seldom see the beagle in obedience competitions; in fact, they are ranked lowest degree of working obedience and intelligence.
Pack Animals Genetically all dogs are descendents of the wolf, which makes them predisposed to a pack mentality. However, most dogs over the years have adapted to the single living style associated with being pets. Beagles, on the other hand have been long used as a pack dog for hunting and therefore prone to separation anxiety. You will need to be patient and understanding with them.
Exercising Your Beagle As mentioned above the beagle has been trained to hunt for long periods of time. They have extreme amounts of energy that need some form of exercise daily if possible. This does not mean you have to run them to exhaustion however; it would be a good idea to take them for a walk or play Frisbee in the park on occasion. This also helps to ward of extreme weight gain to which the breed is prone.
Conclusion Beagles are soft, loving and entertaining breed that will provide gentle companionship for you and your family for many years. Understanding the breeds inherit traits will give you a leg up on puppy training and make for a happy contented home for all concerned.
For more information on how to effectively train your Beagle, please visit: How to Train a Beagle.
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Tuesday, October 6th, 2009
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Friday, October 2nd, 2009
Bringing home a new puppy is exciting, and nerve-wracking. There are so many things that can go wrong, but so many things that can go right. You must immediately begin teaching your puppy how to treat others and how to behave in your house, and you must immediately begin teaching others (especially children) how to treat the puppy and give her consistant behavioral cues.
The period of house training your puppy is especially laden with potential hurdles and setbacks. Try to keep in mind that puppy training is not a battle or a race. The most important thing is to get good habits established early, and to stick to your guns. We love them, but dogs are simple creatures and prefer stable habits and rituals. This makes it easier to prevent mistakes and set up a good precedent for later training. Establish a food and water schedule, serving your puppy at the same time every day, and take away her water bowl before bed time. (Don’t forget to replace it in the morning!) Young puppies can only hold their urine so long, generally about an hour for every month of her age, plus an extra hour. So, a three month old puppy can hold on for about four hours.
When accidents happen (and there is no way to completely avoid them), don’t freak out about it. Simply clean up the mess, use an odor neutralizer, and get on with the training. The thing is, in their simple-mindedness, dogs don’t distinguish between a ‘good’ and a ‘bad’ place to go to the bathroom. The world is their toilet, and when they feel like going, they just do it. It is a human construction to designate a special place to eliminate. Dogs do, however, have a natural instinct to keep their bedding or sleeping area clean, and you can use that to your advantage.
Make a strong distinction between your puppy’s sleeping area and her bathroom. It’s very important that, if you live in an apartment or in a house without a yard, that you buy a doggy pad for your puppy to use when you can’t take her out. It’s like a litter box for dogs, and will constitute your dog’s special place to go. If the dog considers the whole house her bedding area, she won’t want to muck it up, and will prefer to use her specially designated “bathroom” area- the doggy pad.
The process itself is fairly simple. Keep the puppy in a little penned off area, or bedding area, for most of the day. Every hour or so, bring her to the area that you have deemed acceptable, be it outside or a doggy pad, give her a verbal command (like “go potty” or “business time”) and wait for her to go. Build up the association between the word and the action– as she’s going, give the verbal command again. When she’s finished, shower her with praise. Right after a jaunt to the bathroom, you can give her some time out and about.
If you take her to the bathroom and she doesn’t go after a minute or two, bring her back to her pen and try again in twenty minutes. Try to stick to the hour schedule, though, and you’ll be rewarded for your perseverance. Yes, this means also waking up in the middle of the night to bring her to the bathroom. You can do this only twice or so a night, though, since you’ve taken her water away and she won’t have to go as often.
Remember, be patient. Your puppy is a simple creature, and training won’t happen all at once. She needs routine and reassurance. And never use physical force to train a puppy. This will only teach her to fear punishment and mistrust you. You must encourage her to try for reward and make training into a game that she is interested in winning. Best of luck!
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