Dogs are considered to be man’s best friend. This household pet loves to grab things such as food on the table to plastic toys found in the yard. Instead of letting the dog chew this to bit, why not teach the dog to fetch so this can be returned and thrown away again for another round?
What is needed in teaching a dog to fetch? Many start off with a stick. This resembles a bone and can easily be retrieved once this has hit the ground.
Since the dog can be easily distracted by the surroundings, it will be a good idea to do this in the backyard or in an alley. This will prevent the animal from running elsewhere and focused with the task at hand.
The owner should let the dog sniff this then thrown a few yards away. The animal might wonder what this means so both should pick it up and done again. When the pet gets this right, some dog biscuits should be given as a reward as well as a pat on the head.
Another way will be using both voice and hand signals to get this done. The owner should call the dog to get the attention and with the stick raised in the air, this should be thrown so the animal will see in which direction in went.
When this has worked, it is time to continue practicing this by throwing it farther than in the previous throws. This will take some time so it will be a good idea to have a few sticks around in case a few get lost.
After some time, this should be done in a bigger area. The best place in the city is the park while those who live near the sea can also do this by the beach. This is good exercise for both which should be practiced frequently to instill this trick in the mind of the dog.
There are other things that can be used to train a dog to fetch. The stick can be changed into a rubber ball so that it will not be painful on the teeth of the pet.
As always, the animal should be rewarded this will lesson will not be forgotten. Some people consider the game of fetch difficult. The owner should just be patient because it takes some time for a dog to learn a new trick.
By: Anthony Lee
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A bad dog digging habit can be very trying on your nerves. After all, just because you own a dog, it doesn’t mean that you don’t want to enjoy your garden or have a yard that is free of holes. Unfortunately, some dogs seem to feel that all yards should have as many craters as the moon!
It’s important to arm yourself with effective techniques to stop dog digging before you feel as though you’ll lose your mind entirely. Certainly, you might already feel as though you’ve tried everything there is to try, but if dog digging continues to be a problem then you’ve simply not found the proper technique for discouraging the behavior.
Discovering the true source of the dog digging is the key to putting a stop to it. This requires you to watch and learn from what your dog is doing when the digging begins.
There are two major causes that make a pet begin dog digging: loneliness and boredom. Fortunately, when you deal with one of these problems, you’re also dealing with the other one. Give your dog lots of attention on a daily basis, and play with him or her, including games that you both enjoy together. Make sure that there are toys that you can leave in the yard that your dog will enjoy playing with whether or not you’re there.
If it isn’t loneliness or boredom, you might find that your dog is digging for a purpose, such as to investigate the other side of a fence. Many things could be attracting your dog, such as children, food, or activities and smells on the other side of the fence. In that case, you might want to lay some bricks down along the ground in the offending areas to discourage the behavior.
Should dog digging holes be popping up all over the yard for no particular reason and in no specific pattern, the problem may be too much energy. Solve this with more exercise such as more walks or longer walks. If that’s not enough, add some high-energy playtime including fetch, Frisbee, or other games that involve a lot of running and jumping.
Don’t forget to help to discourage your dog from being interested in the favorite dog digging spots by sprinkling red or cayenne pepper on the area, or banging a pot or making another startling noise when your dog intends to begin a new dig. You might even find that a ****** of water every time the dog digging starts might be deterrent enough.
You should always take care of the problem before it breaks out as a huge disorder. Sometimes common methods for dog digging prevention simply fail to work. Instead of giving up on your dog you should seek proper training for ending unwanted behavior.
When my dog was incomprehensible to several methods for dog digging prevention I had no choice but to turn to a professional that specializes in dog behavior problems, in my case especially in dog digging issues. My nightmare was successfully over in just few days. Secrets of Professional Dog Trainer came to rescue my sanity once again.
By: Penny Jones
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When you first get that bundle of love the last think on your mind is that you have an aggressive puppy. Sometimes owners don’t even see that their puppy has aggressive behavior; they’re just a playful puppy, right? However, a responsible dog owner needs to take these behaviors seriously, and take adequate steps to get their aggressive puppy under control.
What makes your puppy aggressive?
Dominance Aggression can be displayed when a dog is feeling out of control in their social environment. If they want to have a different social position, they may challenge you or others. To do this your dog may growl when you try to direct them to do something they don’t want to do. They may also change their demeanor at the drop of a hat.
Fear-Motivated Aggression will show through when a dog feels threatened or scared. Often a dog with this type of aggression may misinterpret harmless motions like reaching out to pet them. Your dog might see that movement as a threat that you’re going to hit him.
Territorial Aggression can be displayed when your dog wants to protect his territory. This also comes into play with their food and they exhibit “guarding”.
Protective Aggression is when the dog is very protective of his “pack,” essentially you. This happens when the dog sees himself as the alpha or the leader, and not you. Though aggression can be tough to deal with there are some ways to work through it. The most important thing is not to panic when your dog shows those signs. Instead, take a breath and remember these important tips:
Do not think that by confining your dog you will break them of their aggressive tendencies. Being confined can lead to boredom, and dogs that have been shut away and are bored are often the ones that snap. They have so much energy that they haven’t been able to get out of their system. Instead, make sure that you give your special pet plenty of exercise. Play with them, walk them, get them moving, and that can greatly reduce puppy aggression. Don’t ever hit your puppy as a response to their aggression. Answering aggression with aggression does nothing but reinforce the negative behavior and teach the dog that it’s okay to react physically. Instead, you need to use a strong voice and gently nudge the dog or pull on the back of the neck to correct their aggressive behavior. You are not trying to inflict pain on the dog, but instead, you’re just trying to snap him out of his current state of mind. Probably the most important thing about preventing aggression in your dog is to start training them adequately from an early age. Instill positive core behaviors in your puppy with proper training.
There are great resources out there to give you even more tips and tools to help you train your dog to keep from succumbing to aggressive tendencies. With a little bit of research and effort your sweet puppy will stay your sweet puppy.
By: Lisa Gold
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Your dog has been your faithful companion for years, more than a decade now. And your loving friend has started to become more and more erratic; things that used to not upset them are now causing problems around the house; you may even have problems with them not waiting to go outside, or being more aggressive than you’d seen them in ages.
What’s happening is that as your dog ages, a number of age related issues are giving them difficulties in following the rules. Common effects are things like separation anxiety – he’ll become anxious when he knows you’re about to leave, and when you’re gone, he may act out – making noise, making a mess, destroying things. When you come back, he’ll be overly excited to see you.
Dealing with separation anxiety starts with being casual about it. Pointing out that you’re leaving or coming back only rewards the behavior. Work on teaching your dog good obedience techniques, like having him do an extended ‘stay’ command and relax while he’s in it. What’s happening is that your dog associates you with his pack; and dogs are conditioned to be most comfortable in a pack. When you want to break this behavior, take short separations, coming back before the dog has gotten anxious, and gives him a treat. For longer departures, give them a treat they have to work to get.
When you’re with your dog, take the time to do things that both of you will enjoy – running outdoors is a good one. If you can’t come home in the middle of the day to tend to your dog, consider having a minder come in to take them out for some exercise in the dog park.
Another common problem in older dogs is aggression; this, in older dogs, is often a symptom of putting new dogs in the house (and the old dog not wanting to give up their place at the top of the non-human hierarchy), or because of cognitive difficulties. Other things that can cause problems include moving, adding a new family member, and anything that upsets an older dog’s routine. Sometimes, putting the dog in some beloved dog clothes can be all that it takes to soothe the savage beast.
A significant number of older dogs experience increased alarm at loud noises. This is often the result of an older dog being unable to manage stress, or cognitive difficulties. Remember that your dog can hear frequencies that you can’t. It might be thunderstorms that scare them; it might be something that only they can here. Look for other environmental cues to see what’s causing your dog to startle, like a train whistle or traffic noise.
A lot of older dogs will vocalize when they’re in a more stressful environment; this is usually whining or howling, and is part and parcel with many of the problems described above. Other signs of doggy stress include a change in sleep patterns, causing them to pace the house, or vocalize. Sometimes, this is because of physical changes in your dog; inflamed bowel, colic, arthritis, and more may make it hard for them to sleep for an extended period of time.
By: Kelly Perry
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One of the many things I’ve learned throughout my life as a dog trainer and breeder is the intelligence that the English bulldog posses. These are extremely intelligent creatures and are very quick to learn and extra eager to please their owners. It should be said however, that it does take special techniques and the proper knowledge of English bulldog training to get it just right. While there is no possible way to cram everything you need to know about training you’re English bulldog into one small article, here are some basic guidelines to follow by:
The first thing you need to know is that the English bulldog is a very smart animal that responds very well to almost any kind of activity that involves him/her having to undergo the problem solving process. However, as smart as this dog is, it does have a tendency to be rather lazy and inactive, so stimulation for this breed needs to occur over a longer period of time in small and short sessions. Anything over 15 minutes and you’re English bulldog will probably get too bored and simply walk off.
The second thing you need to note is that because of the English bulldog’s tendency to be on the lazy and cozy side of things, it is not a very physically active dog, even though its build might make it appear to be. Of course it is still very important that you throughout the life of the dog, small exercise sessions are put into the English bulldog training routine. This is not just so the dog can expel energy and become more focused for training sessions, but for the dog’s health as well.
Thirdly, the English bulldog while lazy can have a dominance streak in its personality; this of course needs to be cured. When training an English bulldog, the owner has to be strong and firm, while always avoiding hitting the animal. While these breed doesn’t require an extremely dominate personality in its master, it does need someone who is at least semi-dominate to ensure that the bulldog does not get too out of hand and grows up to be well mannered.
The last, but surely far from least English bulldog training principle that needs to be mentioned is that of proper socialization. This is true for any breed of dog, and far too often do I see it never mentioned and left out of a dogs training routine all together. This principle is far too essential to let it go without a second thought. If you do not properly socialize and dog, it will become overly aggressive and protective towards any other animals or strangers outside of the family he/her knows. This is always a bad characteristic in a dog and can sometimes be a dangerous one. Ensure that you’re English bulldog undergoes the correct process for socialization.
Again, these are only 4 very important principles out of very many other important English bulldog training principles. It is my very strong professional recommendation that you seek out more information on English bulldog training for you’re pet immediately after this article, there’s no reason to wait. This is far to important of a subject to just let it slide by, you’re pets health and happiness depends on it!
By: Mikee Dunn
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