November 6th, 2007
By Amy Howells
There are many different dog training techniques that are out there today. Many people often don’t realize that dog training courses often utilize different dog training techniques.
Some of these dog training techniques work better than others.
Whether you are going to a dog training course or if you are doing the dog training yourself… wouldn’t you rather know which dog training technique is the best?
If you answered yes to that question then you should know that positive dog training is the best technique to use.
Positive dog training is quickly becoming the preferred method of dog training. If you would like to learn more about positive dog training techniques, please read on.
Positive dog training techniques involve using only praise and positive reinforcement.
This means, positive dog training rewards your dog for good behavior or when it performs a command correctly.
The rewards used in this type of dog training can be treats, kind words, a pat on the head, etc. It has been found that dogs respond much better to positive dog training.
Positive dog training techniques never involve hitting, spanking, scolding, or punishing your dog in any manner. Dogs do not do well with any form of negative dog training.
Now we will go over some examples of positive dog training techniques. Let us say that you are beginning your dog training by teaching your dog to sit. When your dog sits, reward it with a treat and tell it what a good dog it is.
Another example of positive dog training is to use praise and treats when your dog goes to the bathroom when and where it is supposed to. Dogs will soon learn to relate to doing this when and where it should because it gets rewarded for it.
Thus your dog will be potty trained much faster. When using positive dog training, your voice should always be happy and pleasant. Dogs will want to do as you ask when they get rewarded by any positive means.
This is why positive dog training works much better than any other type of dog training.
Now that you understand what positive dog training is, you may wish to start some of these techniques yourself. You can find dog training courses that use positive techniques and you can also utilize these techniques on your own.
With positive reinforcement, praise, and rewards, your dog is sure to learn much faster and be happier doing so. You will then be happier as well and you will also find that the dog training will go much easier.
With that in mind, you can truly see how positive dog training techniques will give you positive results! Amy Howells is owner of the Dog Owner Blog, where she gives free dog behavior training advice.For more advice on dog training, including dog potty training and dog house training, be sure to visit her blog right now.
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October 7th, 2007
By Amy Howells
Many people are interested in getting into agility dog training. This can be for many reasons. Some people need agility dog training so they can compete in the dog agility trials. Some people want to use agility dog training to better bond with their dogs. Other people just think agility dog training will get their hyper dogs nice and sleepy for the rest of the day!
Whatever your reasons are, agility dog training is quite a fun and tiring endeavor. But before you start your dog in agility dog training, there are some things you should know about what is involved.
Before you start agility dog training, you must understand a few simple things. Agility dog training is not for young puppies. In fact, it is best to start this type of dog training with a juvenile or adult dog.
This is because agility dog training requires that your dog know basic commands that are learned through most basic and intermediate dog training courses. Puppies are often too young to understand how to “sit” or “stay”.
Also, agility dog training requires an active dog and owner. You will not be sitting still during this type of dog training. So if you or your dog is not very active, then agility dog training is not for you.
Agility dog training involves teaching your dog to run an agility course. This agility course can have jumps, hoops, teeter totters, bridges, things to go over and under, etc. During the agility dog training, your dog will learn to go through the course as quickly as possible, while performing the course properly.
The dog must finish the course in order, not miss any jumps, etc. There is even a portion of the course where the dog must lie down and stay. This is why it is good to have some basic dog training before starting agility dog training. If your dog hasn’t had any basic dog training, you will have a hard time getting your dog to follow you and obey you through the agility course.
These are all of the important things you should know before you consider signing up for agility dog training. Be sure you can fit the course into your schedule, as most courses are at least 8 weeks long. The prices of the courses can vary, so check around.
If you think you can handle agility dog training, then you should sign you and your dog up. It is sure to be fun and a lot of great exercise. When you finish your agility dog training, both you and your dog are sure to want to go straight home and pass out on the bed! Amy Howells is owner of the Dog Owner Blog, where she gives free information on all aspects of dog behavior training.
She has recently started giving away her dog training book (valued $27) for free! So be sure to visit her site right now for free dog training lessons.
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September 19th, 2007
by Wade Robins
Dog’s bad conduct is similar to that of a misbehaving child, but dog is a better learner than a child if provided appropriate dog training techniques which may produce wonderful results. There are specialized training institutes which offer thorough training techniques for your dog. It is advisable that owner personally visit the training institute during the training sessions so that he can also get knowledge of training techniques and rehearse it at home. The unique training techniques are employed these days to train the dogs; these not only help dog understand the commands but also affects its other behavioral aspects .
You can also find some dog training techniques from the local book stores or at public library. Such books provide good information on the subject and one can easily demonstrate these to their dogs. There is also availability for video clips which give detail insight into the behavior of the dog and owner and elaborates perfect training techniques to produce wonderful dogs. Such dog training techniques are available in video library and also telecasted on television. Such video programs provide perfect training as they exemplify the perfect conducts between dog and owner.
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The trainer and dog needs to form a bonding wherein they rely on each other. Dog requires behaving respectfully with the owner, and constructive reactions should be duly awarded. Constructive reaction is the result of affirmative inspiration and admiration. Dog training must be started earlier and for appropriate training it is essential that it be continued uninterruptedly. The dog training techniques encourages constructive reaction and discourages misbehavior. A mild reprimand on misbehavior may be enough to send a message to the dog that this kind of behavior is unacceptable. Similarly a good behavior must be rewarded with a show of affection like gentle patting or by giving the dog something to eat that he relishes. For more info see http://www.startdogtraining.com/Dog_Training_School on Dog Training School.
It should be noted that dog training techniques should be performed in a friendly and docile manner. Puppies do not make blunders that may upset the handler. Young puppy might not learn swiftly and may misbehave at certain point of time but is also eager to improve. It should be reminded that punishment is not an effective method to encourage a good behavior. Punishment will allow the dog to misbehave in circumstances when the owner is not in the vicinity and it will never inspire dog to learn commands. Efficient dog training techniques will assist you in strengthening dog conducts and effect wonderful results.
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September 11th, 2007
By Derek Young
Litter training dogs can be difficult, but with the invention of crate training dogs, the task has become immensely easier. Contrary to popular belief, crate training dogs is NOT for punishment. The crate is strictly to teach your dog to “hold it in” until it’s time to go.
The way it works is that you give your dog a personal space. The space should be large enough that he can stand up and turn around, but not large enough that he can poop in a corner and still be comfortable. The idea behind crate training dogs is you want your dog to consider the space his own, and not want to soil it. Never leave a puppy in a crate for more than three or four house, and an adult dog more than eight hours. They just can’t hold it that long.
Remember that when crate training dogs, the crate should be a comfortable place for your dog. Don’t pressure or force him into the crate, instead leave a tasty treat inside for him. Put toys inside for him to play with, and blankets (if he’s not destructive and won’t chew them) so he’s comfortable. In the beginning, don’t worry about closing the door on your puppy yet.
After your dog is comfortable going in and out of his crate, the next step to crate training your dog is to make him comfortable with the door closed. Start out in small increments - 10 to 20 seconds. Once he’s comfortable with the door closed for small periods of times, quickly increase it. For example, once he’s comfortable with 20 seconds, move to 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, 10 minutes, and so on.
If your dog continually eliminates while he’s inside his crate, the crate may be too big. Dogs instinctively don’t want to dirty their own space. You may consider getting a smaller crate.
Remember that the crate is your dog’s happy place. Even when you’ve finished crate training your dog, make sure his crate is still accessible. Keep the door open for him to come in and out, and make sure family members understand that the crate is his private place. It’s great for children to play with the family dog, but make sure they understand not to invade your dog’s space when he’s in his crate.
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September 5th, 2007
By Chris Suckow
Electronic dog training collars have many different uses for training your dog. From basic commands to field training they are very versatile. Some lazy dog owners will rely on electronic dog training collars too much and can get unpredictable results. They are often best left for professionals.
First of all, electronic dog training collars are somewhat controversial. Some people would like to see them banned entirely, whereas others really think they are great. Just like any other tool, it can be abused and misused if put in the hands of a novice.
There are a couple of different kings of electronic dog training collars. Bark collars are electronic collars that basically give the dog a shock whenever they bark. The good thing about this is that the dog gets an immediate feedback on their behavior; and are more likely to associated the punishment with barking, than if the punishment is given at a later time.
With the other type of electronic dog training collar the level of shock can be controlled by a remote control. This is the type of collar some trainers use when they are teaching the dog basic commands or field training. The main advantages of this collar is that you can adjust the level of shock the dog receives, and also while the dog is far away from you in the field you can still deliver training stimulus.
Electronic dog training collars should be used by trained professionals or people who have been trained to use them. It is recommended that you try reward based dog training first. Reward based dog training is offering rewards, like dog treats for good behavior.
No matter what your feelings are towards electronic dog training collars, many people continue to use them to train dogs. If your dog is misbehaving you should try and find out the cause of it first before resorting to an electronic dog training collar. For more dog training advice visit my website: Dog Training.
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August 30th, 2007
By John Houston
If it’s one thing we’ve learned it’s that training your dog is a mixture of 2 parts patience and 8 parts persistence. Recently we brought home a new member of our “pack”. It was immediately determined that we (the dog and the family) needed training to help him fit in.
We signed up for “Dog Obedience” training sponsored by one of the big Pets* stores. The once per week class was made up of many different breeds and ages (both two-legged and four-legged  ). The trainer was good but not great - definitely not Cesar Millan.
What did we learn? The following tips are what we took away from the class:
- You must be patient and persistent.
- You must have your dog’s attention your dog’s attention.
- The right supplies are a must (a six foot training lead and a training collar, and snacks for rewards).
- Always use praise (and rewards) your dog when he learns a new command or trick.
- Never hit or spank your dog. To correct your dog’s bad behavior, use the opportunity to teach him the ’stop!’, ‘no!’, or ‘stay’.
- Spent some time playing with your dog - daily. This strengthens your bond with you dog.
- Do a bit of training everyday – your dog’s skills must be reinforced.
- And finally – do not rush the training of your dog.
John is the pack leader of four: 2 Doixes, 1 Papillon, 1 “mostly-Boxer”. The pack resides in Southern California.
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August 14th, 2007
By Ken Marlborough
Dogs are social animals and a lack of training can bring out the wild behavior in them. Dog obedience training helps your dog develop good behavior. Obedience training is great for your dog, as it is a good mental exercise that enables the dog to live happier and with more freedom.
When a dog destroys your belongings because playing is ripping things to shreds, or goes to the bathroom everywhere because it knows no better, it’s time for dog obedience training. The training may not resolve all the dog’s behavioral problems, but will certainly solve some of them. The most important skill needed in dog obedience training is effective communication that enables your dog to obey any command such as ‘heel,’ ‘stay,’ ‘sit’ and ‘come.’ Make sure that the obedience training sessions are not boring but rewarding for both you and your dog.
The two most popular and important styles of obedience training are leash/collar training and reward training. Reward training is a less intense approach then the leash/collar training. In reward training, the dog is encouraged and rewarded for good behavior. Always remember that learning will be faster, if you reward your dog for good behavior. It is equally important to praise the dog. Obedience training sessions should be short and constant as a dog’s behavior can change from time to time, so constant training is always a good idea.
The key to preventing or treating behavior problems is learning to teach the dog to redirect his natural behavior to outlets that are acceptable in domestic settings.
Obedience training doesn’t solve all behavior problems, but it is the foundation for solving just about any dog problem.
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August 6th, 2007
By JMylar Skye
If you want your dog to listen to you and your commands there needs to be some form of dog obedience training. This will not only teach your dog what you mean when you tell him to sit, stay, or heel – it will also establish who the boss is in the relationship of dog and dog owner.
It is usually recommended that an entire family attend the training sessions as consistency in terminology and handling is the key to successful training.A dog doesn’t need to be a certain age to attend dog obedience training but it is best to send them when they are still puppies (at least five months old) to teach them properly from the beginning.
You have choices of private lessons, group lessons, or you can go it on your own with the back-up of a good reference source. Once you have started to train your dog, don’t stop. It is confusing to the dog and the sooner you finish the sooner you and your dog will know what to expect from one another.
There are approximately 16-20 phrases you will have to teach your dog to understand in dog obedience training. An important one to start with is heel. You are going to be doing a lot of walking with your dog and he or she needs to learn right from the beginning you are taking the dog for a walk not the other way around. “Leave it” and “stay” are two other important ones that should be taught in the beginning. Remember, you are the boss and your dog will follow a strong lead.
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August 3rd, 2007
by Keith Wheeler
Puppy training serves to form a strong bond between a dog and his or her owner. It builds communication, mutual respect and understanding, and quietly although effectively demonstrates to your dog that you’re the boss. If your dog is naturally dominant or bossy it is especially important that he should see you as the leader. Otherwise you could both end up in trouble! A well-behaved, obedience trained dog is a pleasure to own because you can take him virtually anywhere without being a risk or nuisance to others. After all don’t we all want a dog who exhibits appropriate behaviour in a crowd, good manners when we have guests in our home, is reliable around children, and who doesn’t threaten other dogs or passers-by? The way to achieve this is by proper puppy training.
This training also gives the dog owner at an early stage, control which may be needed to prevent numerous potential tragedies later on. For instance, should a dog slip out of his collar whilst crossing, say, a congested traffic junction, he can be safely heeled across the street, then given a sit command to allow the owner to put the collar back on. Even if you don’t want to teach your dog “tricks”, the three things you should consider most important for your puppy to learn, for your own as well as your dog’s benefit are:-
1. Housebreaking, 2. Coming when called and 3. Walking on a leash without pulling.
Everything else depends on the personal choice of the owner.
Dogs learn very fast if they are motivated, and when they really want to learn. So it is as well to try and consider the type of things your dog might enjoy doing most. This might mean for instance that if your dog has never carried anything in his mouth, you should not start by trying to teach him to retrieve or carry things. It will be possible to teach almost any dog to retrieve, but perhaps you should start with something easier or completely different, like ’shake hands’, play hide and seek, etc
You should avoid giving your dog commands that you cannot enforce. Each time you give a command that is neither complied with nor enforced your dog learns that commands are optional. Use the appropriate dog training aids. If you have a well behaved dog a six foot training lead and a regular buckle collar will do. However if your dog is uncontrollable you should use a training collar. For the right collar size measure the dogs’ neck and add 2 inches.
A dog should be able to greet strangers without displaying aggression or objectionable affection. Very few people enjoy having a dog greet them by growling, barking, jumping or improperly sniffing at them. If your dog persistently displays these behaviours, you have a problem - whether your friends complain or not. Training a dog to be a good companion takes time and effort. People are not born polite, honest, caring and well-behaved. Parents teach children. We can all see the results of children who have not had adequate parenting. Dogs are not much different, that is why puppy training is so important. It is crucial if you are to form a stable basis on which you can build a relationship which will allow you and your dog to relate to each other in a meaningful way.
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Keith Wheeler is a dog lover who runs a primarily informational website about dogs. To take advantage of the hints and tips there and also discover the best deals for your dog requisites why not visit his site at http://www.k4canines.com
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August 1st, 2007
By Samantha Gibson
It is important to start training a dog between six and eight weeks of age. If your dog is older and has yet to be trained do not worry because it is “never too late to teach a dog a new trick.”
Many dog owners are curious as to the best way to go about dog training. There are several dog training tips that dog owners should be aware of. A very important dog training tip is that the owner must use positive reinforcement.
When training a dog it is good to reward the dog with both praise and dog treats. The dog should be awarded a treat each time the dog performs a command correctly. This will reinforce positive behavior.
Another dog training tip is to give firm but friendly commands. Give commands such as come and heel in a friendly voice. For commands such as down, stay and sit you will want to use a lower firmer voice.
When your dog has an accident in the house it is important to not rub your dog’s nose into the accident. Also, when your dog has an accident do not hit his or her nose with a newspaper.
When training a dog it is important to not punish the dog. Punishing a dog during training will only cause the dog to be afraid of you. One of the most valuable tips to follow when training a dog is to use consistent training techniques.
Dogs are wonderful companions and usually very easy to train. When your dog follows a command give the dog lots of praise and a dog treat. This is the easiest and most effective way to train a dog. Remember to enjoy the time you spend with your dog as this time forms a bond that is unbreakable. Written by Samantha Gibson. Find the latest information on Idaho dog training as well as Boise dog training.
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