Unfortunately there are still many trainers using aversive methods to train dogs. Adverse methods are focused on the end behavior and ignore the emotional state of the dog. Not only is it unnecessary, the emotional state of the dog should always come first. But when it comes to trying to deal with or treat aggression in dogs methods that cause additional stress can be … [Read more...] about 5 TREATMENT METHODS TO AVOID IN DOG TRAINING
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6 Other Ways to Keep Others Away From Your Dog
Of course we rely on our voice to communicate to other that they should keep their distance. However there are some of the pitfalls dog handlers run into that sometimes makes this simple solution not so simple. Pitfalls Sometimes simply you don't see others coming. You may miss someone if you are looking at your dog, reaching for a treat or paying attention to something … [Read more...] about 6 Other Ways to Keep Others Away From Your Dog
Pet Tutor™ : New Remote Control Treat Dispenser
Some people might be familiar with the Manners Minder which is a remote feeding system which has been on the market for years. It is commonly known to be used as a training tool. For example, if you are training a dog to lie on a mat while someone comes to the door, a remote feeder can delivery the treats right where the dog is while you open the door. Now there is a new … [Read more...] about Pet Tutor™ : New Remote Control Treat Dispenser
5 Reasons Why Leash Training Dogs is So Important
5 Reasons Why Leash Training Dogs is So Important We all would prefer that our dog doesn't pull us, but here are some reasons why training your dog not to pull on a leash - or more accurately - training your dog to walk with a loose leash - is actually important. 1. When dogs pull on the leash, we get frustrated. Continual frustration often leads us to make the problem … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons Why Leash Training Dogs is So Important
How to Train a Dog to Walk on a Leash
We would all like to walk our dogs without having them pull us. But how many of us realize that it's not all that natural for some dogs to walk as slowly as we do? And beside us no less? How many off leash dogs have you seen go for a walk side by side a few feet apart? Exactly! Not too many, or at least not for too long. Dogs need to be trained how to do … [Read more...] about How to Train a Dog to Walk on a Leash