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Most dogs are trained to relieve themselves outdoors. However if you live in an area that is affected by cold weather, then house training makes more sense. Similarly, small dog owners that are frail or infirm may also wish to train their puppy to use an indoor potty. Those living in a high-rise building or … Read more
Dogs can escape by getting out of the house. This behavior can be just as frustrating as having a dog who gets out of the yard. In some ways it’s even more frustrating because your dog always does it while you are right there, watching. Fortunately, there are some good solutions to help stop a … Read more
Digging is one of the most common ways dogs escape from the yard. It can be hard to keep dogs from digging, because comes so natural to dogs. Dogs dig for a number of reasons: Reasons why dogs dig and escape Digging is an extremely common behavior. Some breeds of dogs have even been developed … Read more
Before you begin any advanced training with your Golden Retriever it’s a good idea to make sure he knows some basic obedience training. If your Golden knows commands such as Sit, Lie Down, Come, Stay, how to walk on a loose leash, and Heel, then his advanced training will go more smoothly. You will be … Read more
Just like a cobbler needs certain tools to make shoes and a carpenter needs his hammer and saw to build a house, so does the professional dog trainer and amateur dog owner to get maximum results in minimal time. The main tools you’ll need to potty train a puppy (in no particular order) are: You … Read more
German shepherds are easy dogs to care for. They need plenty of exercise, regular veterinary care, good food and regular grooming, but they don’t have a number of special needs that some other breeds do. The Right Food What you feed your German shepherd will affect its health. Initially, you should use the food that … Read more
After you decide that a German shepherd is the right dog for you, you need to find just the right individual. Research carefully, as you can expect to have this canine companion for many years. Buying From Breeders A responsible breeder is your best option for a puppy and sometimes for an adult. A breeder … Read more
Trick training, along with being flashy, stimulates the dog physically and mentally. It also gives the owner something to do with his dog, and that increases the quality time spent between the two. So, there are a lot of reasons why we do it and that’s part of why I am talking about it today. … Read more
It is exciting when you bring a new puppy into the home and everyone is anxious to bond with them. You have dreams of this puppy becoming a beloved member of your family, following all of your rules, and behaving well in public. Those dreams and that desire to bond with the puppy is great, … Read more
Many dog owners work during the day. For dogs, that represents “downtime” in both physical and mental activity. The “downtime” can turn into destructive time for the dog. If you look at controlling the destructive behavior, as simply finding ways to challenge the dog’s intellect, the dog will benefit, and you will be amazed at … Read more