When you’re considering getting a puppy, remember that your dog is different from other relationships you have had. Understanding what your dog can and can’t do is important so that you properly anticipate what your dog will do for you. First of all, your dog isn’t your guardian. Some people purchase strong breeds thinking that …
Socialization Socialization is another important part of your puppy’s training. From the age of four weeks to 12 weeks, your dog’s socialization is taken care of as he grows within his litter. Though puppies are small and seemingly just playing, this play is very important. It is the first stage of socialization. Once you take …
Walk on a Leash Properly We have all seen them—the dog owner who has his or her dog on the lead and the dog is straining and pulling. You secretly want to help. The dog may be choking from pulling so hard, and the owner is left to pull back, to shout the pet’s name …
If you are new to dog training, realize that there are some basics he needs to know. Here are the top ten, along with information about when to introduce them into the training schedule; after the list is the perfect guide for the busy trainer to work with each of these commands, as well as …
To make the most of your dog training, you should always keep effectiveness in mind. You want the tools that really work because: (1) you don’t want to train your puppy the wrong way and then have to retrain him the right way and (2) you don’t want to waste your time. Here are the …