Puppy Training: Reclaming Your Bedroom

Jul 13th, 2008 by Addy | 0

Having a puppy and training him the right way is something that should be done and it should be done consistently. There are many dogs whom grow up and think that they can do whatever they want and whenever they want because when they were younger, no one told them what they can do and what they can’t. One of these little issues is sleeping on the bed. This problem can seem very harmless when they are a puppy but as they grow older their personalities mature and they start becoming more and more dominant. This can be seen if you ever sleep with your older dog in the bed. If you try to move and it requires him to move, does he make a groaning noise as though you are disturbing hime This is the clear cut sign that he thinks that this is his place and you are just a visitor. This situation is dangerous because it is giving him a false sense of dominance in your relationship and it is something that needs to be prevented at all costs. The best way to prevent these sorts of future problems is to start trying to train them when they are young.


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Training Your Dog to Sit

Jul 13th, 2008 by Addy | 0

The “Sit” command is a simple way to have your dog to display his good manners. He can sit when guest come over, when you meet up with a friend while taking a walk, when you are preparing his meal, or when he has to wait for anything. It is also one of the simplest exercises to practice because you can ask your dog to sit whenever you want. A Sit is great for everyday things, like having your dog’s his leash attached.


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Training Your Dog to Come and Fetch

Jul 13th, 2008 by Addy | 0

In training your dog the “Come” command, stand several feet away from him. Bend down, say his name and then approach him, clapping your hands at the same time. Do this several times if to get him to come near you. As he starts to understand this exercise, and as you start to capture his attention, move back a few feet farther.

Try not to make the mistake of calling him from a long distance when he’s not focused on you. If he ignores you that means you are training your dog that it is fine to ignore you. This is totally defeating the purpose of dog pre-training, which is to pattern him to focus on you and obey you.


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Training Your Dog to \”Stand\”

Jul 12th, 2008 by Addy | 0

When you give a dog any command, you have routinely assumed a domineering role and put the dog into a submissive one. Standing is a somewhat dominant canine posture, whereas the Sit and the Down are submissive dog positions, so it is sometimes difficult to teach a naturally obedient dog to “Stand” when told. When a dog is given the command “Stand,” many will comply, but lower their tails quickly, ears and head - all obedient body language. Be calm and patient. The preferred dog Stand has four feet on the floor but it’s also nice to see his head up and the tail wagging. Don’t be too concerned if at first your dog would rather be a jokester than stand still. He will mature one day.


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Training Your Dog to Come

Jul 12th, 2008 by Addy | 0

Training a young dog to come when told to starts off perfectly. The dog learns his name and that humans use it when they desire give her something fun like dinner or a brand new toy, so he runs to it. Your dog will soon learn that it is not a great world. He may hear his name called to come in from outside when he is playing or while sleeping.

One huge mistake humans make with this command is to say “Come!” when there is no way to enforce it. Your dog only has to disobey a couple of times when he hears “Come!” and you have taught him that he has a choice. He can decide to come, or not.


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The Social Rankings of the Wolf Pack: Understanding of Your Dog\’s Ancestors

Jul 12th, 2008 by Addy | 0

It is believed that members of the pack selflessly subordinate their own interests to the greater interests of the pack, but this is really not a clear description of the evolutionary forces or causes at work. In wolf packs of the group establish their own social rankings. The top male and top female irately disrupts any attempts by their inferiors to breed. These rankings are usually stable for a long time, and when this is the case the lower-ranking animals often give way to their superiors without a brawl. The alpha male is greeted with toadying or fawning, even puppy-like, passive gestures of licking the face; if an inferior ranking male is confronted by the alpha, he will roll over on his stomach and submit. Every member of the group, both male and female, participate in the care and rearing of the young, throwing up food for the puppies and being concerned for them.


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What to Bring When Vacationing With Your Pet

Jul 12th, 2008 by Addy | 0

Going on a vacation with your pet is an exciting experience. At the same time, it takes a great deal of preparation in order to make certain your pet stays safe and healthy while on the trip. In addition to making certain your pet’s shots are current and purchasing a roomy cage that will allow your pet to stay comfortable while traveling, there are many things you should take with you while you travel.

Packing Hygiene Products

Just as you have to pack a brush, a toothbrush, deodorant, and other hygiene products for yourself, you also need to bring hygiene products for your pet. These include:


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Puppy Guide — Preparing For Your Puppy

Jul 10th, 2008 by Addy | 0

Raising a puppy is very tough. You need to have the determination to deal with problems when things don’t go your way. That can be a tough thing to do when you are dealing with this very situation for the first time in your life. When raising a puppy you need to already have thought out what you want to teach him or her and how you want to raise them. It’s a tough thing to do especially if you have never done it before but when you think about it, it’s actually quite simple and logical. It is actually pretty easy to associate a puppy to one of your children either present or future. When you have kids this same process more than likely occurs to you. You want the best for them and you want to be able to teach them everything you know. I’m sure the same applies for puppies. In this article we are going to explore just that, giving your new puppy the right tools and know-how to lead a great adult life.


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Puppy Guide — Sectioning Survival

Jul 10th, 2008 by Addy | 0

Raising a puppy isn’t for the faint of heart. It requires a lot of strength and determination in order to be able to deal with the ups and the downs of having to raise a puppy. The distinction between a small dog and a small child isn’t that great. At that time they are almost at the same level where they will not know what they should do and what they shouldn’t. This is why raising a puppy and a child can equate to the same amount of work. You need to be extra careful where you let them go and what they can play with. You have to make sure that when they are on the floor running around, that there isn’t anything that they can pick up and eat that they shouldn’t. A lot of accidents happen this way where an unsuspecting owner of a puppy didn’t see something on the floor and they managed to get to it before you did. Don’t beat yourself up too much about it because there is almost no way you can stop this from happening. It is important that you try as best you can to make sure that you clean up as much as possible.


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Puppy Guide — The Art of Love and Support

Jul 10th, 2008 by Addy | 0

Everyone loves puppies mainly because they are almost always extremely cute when they are young. Many people decide to get one simply on this fact alone and don’t really think about what the future holds for both you and this puppy. Not too many people think about what it actually takes to raise a puppy the right way and in doing so because a lot of hardship for themselves as well as the dog. This can be simply attributed to the rising animal homelessness. It is a bit of a sad note but if you are reading this article, then you are one of the many people who care to raise their new puppy the right way and want to invest time in order to have a healthy future with their dog for years to come.


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