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Category Archives: Training

Why Dogs Mark their Territory

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Ever wondered why your usually very housebroken dog will sometimes lift his leg and urinate in inappropriate places? It’s quite likely that he’s not having an accident in the house, but he’s probably marking his territory. Why do dogs mark their territory? There are a number of reasons dogs do this natural behavior. This article by the…

Does Your Puppy Eat His Poop?

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This one of those more disgusting subjects many puppies are prone to do. Your puppy eats his poop, and it is enough to make you feel like shouting at your shoes.  Are there any remedies for this habit? Well, there are a few things we can attempt to stop the fact your puppy eats his…

Reading Your Dog’s Body Language

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The key to better understanding your pooch, successfully assessing his attitude, and accurately predicting his next move relies on knowing how to read his unique body language. Because animals are basically non-verbal, their physical response and facial expressions do the talking for them. As soon as you learn the basics of your pooch’s language, try…

May 19-25, 2013, is National Dog Bite Prevention Week!

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The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has announced its official dates for 2013′s National Dog Bite Prevention Week! Partnering up with the United States Postal Service, the AVMA promotes safety and education for dog owners – and anyone at risk for being bitten, a huge threat for postal workers around the country. The AVMA provided…

Why is My Dog Ignoring Me?

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A common problem many of us face with our dogs is their tendency to ignore the commands we give them. Although this can be bothersome at times, showing anger will only reinforce their unpleasant behavior. Always keep in mind that dogs sometimes create relationships according to fear or to the feelings of being threatened, instead…

What is Your Dog’s Tail Telling You?

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One of the most useful aids to training a pooch effectively is being able to read him. Having the ability to figure out Fido’s body language and expression, and then applying this understanding to the present training situation will let you avoid the usual mistakes in judgment during the training process. Because a dog can’t…

How to Raise a Confident Dog

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Have you ever noticed how often confidence is misunderstood? It’s not an excuse to become cocky or a bully. Real confidence is not coming from ego but from feeling secure and self-assured. This is the type of confidence your dog needs. Whether your pet is a seven-week old mutt or a 10-year old Doberman, all…

Whistle Training: Getting Your Dog to Come Every Time

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Object of this exercise is to train your dog to respond to a whistle – and to stop what he is doing and return immediately to the person blowing the whistle. But this exercise is not a substitute for the verbal recall; your dog should be trained to respond to both the whistle and the…

10 Fun Ways to Bond With Your Dog

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Arguably the most important step in successfully training your pooch is relationship building. It is through bonding with you, his pet-parent, that your dog is made to feel secure, knowing that he is accepted as part of your family. By developing a loving and caring relationship, trust is built and companionship between you and your…

Five Training Mistakes to Avoid: Part 1

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More often than not, well-intentioned pet owners accidentally step into some common dog training pitfalls. These seemingly irrelevant acts can have a huge impact on Fido’s behavior, and radically hold up your obedience training. Unfortunately, this usually results in an uninformed owner becoming exasperated with the lack of clear progress in his pooch’s behavior, blinded…

Dealing With a Dog that Digs

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Some dogs seem to just enjoy getting down and dirty by non-stop digging. Meanwhile, their owners are helpless as they watch their yard turn into a minefield. The solution for this unwarranted dog behavior depends on the reason behind why your dog scoops up soil in the first place. Causative Factors A lot of dogs…

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