Thursday, June 25, 2009
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Welcome!
Hi guys, thanks for checking out my blog dedicated to doggy training! Chances are that if you are on this page you already have an interest in training dogs so I wont bother trying to convince you of all of the joys and benefits of doggy training. Instead I will get straight into all the great information that you are looking for. I have been a professional dog trainer for over 15 years and I am still as passionate today as I was when I first started. I decided to create this blog to share some of my knowledge and create a great resource for dog training lovers all over the world. So feel free to browse around and check out all the great info and leave comments if you have any suggestions on how I can improve it.
Thanks
Ben
Thanks
Ben
Sunday, June 7, 2009
How to stop your dog jumping up
I'm sure all of us can remember when we have had our best clothes ruined, or been scratched or knocked over by an over eager dog, whether it be our own dog or someone else's. If it is your own dog you can probably even remember the time when your dog was a cute little fluff ball and it was very funny when he tried to jump up on you. Not so fun if your little puppy has turned into a big fully grown dog.....
The problem is that because we are so different to dogs we often send mixed messages when we are trying to train them and this can lead to confusion about how we want the dog to behave. By far the most important thing in training your dog is to make sure that right from the start you establish yourself as the pack leader and make sure that you establish firm ground rules.
It can be a good idea to plan your training in writing. How you want the dog to behave, what commands you want him to understand etc. This will help to make the training regulated and keep you on target for your chosen goals.
The problem is that because we are so different to dogs we often send mixed messages when we are trying to train them and this can lead to confusion about how we want the dog to behave. By far the most important thing in training your dog is to make sure that right from the start you establish yourself as the pack leader and make sure that you establish firm ground rules.
It can be a good idea to plan your training in writing. How you want the dog to behave, what commands you want him to understand etc. This will help to make the training regulated and keep you on target for your chosen goals.
How to stop puppies biting
No matter how cute your puppy is it is never a good idea to allow them to play with your hands and feet. This only teaches them that biting skin is ok and part of playing. Even though it can be very cute having a little puppy playing tug of war with your fingers, you are teaching them very bad habits and it wont be so cute in the future when they are fully grown. As a rule of thumb never let a puppy do something once that you don't want to become a habit. It is much easier to teach a puppy the right habits now then to try and retrain a grown up dog. Here are some techniques that show you how to stop puppies biting.
Saturday, June 6, 2009
How to stop puppies chewing
Everyone knows that puppies like to chew. Whilst this may be frustrating to us, it is a natural and healthy habit for puppies. During the age of 3-6 months they go through a teething process and they chew for stress management, exploration and pain relief. Even though this is a healthy and natural habit it is something that you are going to want to have some control over because it can cause alot of destruction otherwise. Don't worry though, with a few useful tips you can control their chewing habits.
The key thing is that rather than trying to stop your puppies behaviour you need to accommodate it. One thing that works really well is to take their favorite toys and put them in the freezer for a while. For some reason puppies love to chew on these things and they will be occupied for ours, not chewing your furniture and at the same time satisfying their natural need to chew something. For more great tips on how to stop your puppy chewing, get your copy of our Dog Owners Bible.
The key thing is that rather than trying to stop your puppies behaviour you need to accommodate it. One thing that works really well is to take their favorite toys and put them in the freezer for a while. For some reason puppies love to chew on these things and they will be occupied for ours, not chewing your furniture and at the same time satisfying their natural need to chew something. For more great tips on how to stop your puppy chewing, get your copy of our Dog Owners Bible.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
How to stop dog barking
To understand how we can stop dogs from barking we first need to know why they bark in the first place.
The reason is that like people, dogs need to communicate and they do this through barking. Also just like humans, dogs have feelings and responses so it makes sense that if you can tune into these feelings and deal with them you can reduce or eliminate their need to communicate them by barking. This is not as hard as it may first seem because the feelings of dogs are not as complex as humans and with the right know how you can discover what they are barking for and deal with the problem so that they wont feel so compelled to bark all the time.
Barking is a natural method of communication and all dogs do it. The only problem is that they only have one word in their vocabulary. Therefore they have to use this one sound to express all of their feelings which can lead to the constant and exasperating barking that you are most probably experiencing if you are reading this blog.
The reason is that like people, dogs need to communicate and they do this through barking. Also just like humans, dogs have feelings and responses so it makes sense that if you can tune into these feelings and deal with them you can reduce or eliminate their need to communicate them by barking. This is not as hard as it may first seem because the feelings of dogs are not as complex as humans and with the right know how you can discover what they are barking for and deal with the problem so that they wont feel so compelled to bark all the time.
Barking is a natural method of communication and all dogs do it. The only problem is that they only have one word in their vocabulary. Therefore they have to use this one sound to express all of their feelings which can lead to the constant and exasperating barking that you are most probably experiencing if you are reading this blog.
How to stop dogs pulling on the leash
This post is going to give you some great information about how you can stop your dog from pulling on the leash, starting today! Also make sure you get your FREE copy of our great Dog Owners Bible which has tons of great stuff, including tips on how you can stop your dog pulling on the leash. Simply fill out the form on the left, no strings, no charge and no commitment.
Now then, down to business and how to stop a dog pulling on it's lead.The most important thing to remember is that you are the boss. If you want your dog to behave correctly you need to be a pack leader. And to establish yourself as a leader, one of the best things to do is go walking with your dog!
You can begin with a standard buckle collar and a strong lead. I don't recommend retractable leads at this stage. It is best if you use a wide collar so that you don't hurt the dog.
You need to always make your dog sit and stay as you are attaching the collar and lead. Don't allow the dog to get to excited and jump around. You need to be in command constantly.
Now then, down to business and how to stop a dog pulling on it's lead.The most important thing to remember is that you are the boss. If you want your dog to behave correctly you need to be a pack leader. And to establish yourself as a leader, one of the best things to do is go walking with your dog!
You can begin with a standard buckle collar and a strong lead. I don't recommend retractable leads at this stage. It is best if you use a wide collar so that you don't hurt the dog.
You need to always make your dog sit and stay as you are attaching the collar and lead. Don't allow the dog to get to excited and jump around. You need to be in command constantly.
Monday, June 1, 2009
Toilet Train Your Dog
If you are lucky enough to get a 7-week-old puppy, there is no excuse for any bad habits to develop over his lifetime. Puppies learn INSTANTLY when they are that young, and if you use the proper training methods, gentle but consistent, he will behave like an angel his whole life through.
The most important training, of course, is housebreaking. Boys are easier than girls because exploring outside is their favorite thing. They just cannot get enough of all the new smells out there!
The main key to housebreaking is watching. Watch your puppy AND the clock. Once every hour is not too often on a day he is active and the weather is good. The younger the pup, the more often he needs to go out, mostly because he is growing so fast. He must drink more water to fuel his metabolism than he does as an adult. Also, since he eats three or four times a day, you know what that means.
The most important training, of course, is housebreaking. Boys are easier than girls because exploring outside is their favorite thing. They just cannot get enough of all the new smells out there!
The main key to housebreaking is watching. Watch your puppy AND the clock. Once every hour is not too often on a day he is active and the weather is good. The younger the pup, the more often he needs to go out, mostly because he is growing so fast. He must drink more water to fuel his metabolism than he does as an adult. Also, since he eats three or four times a day, you know what that means.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Secrets to Dog Training Review
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PS. Also make sure you grab your copy of our famous Dog Owners Bible which you can get for FREE for a limited time. Click here to find out more.
Thursday, April 9, 2009
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Other great resources
Whilst this blog is a great starting point for learning more about doggy training I also want it to be a portal to some of the other great information that is available on the web. In this section I have reviewed some of the best products on the market right now and given you the links to them right below so you can check them out for yourselves. These guys are some of the best in the business so if you follow their advice you can’t fail. Enjoy!
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This really is the ultimate online resource for dog training. I often refer my clients to this course for the simple reason that it is jam packed full of information that will make you a professional dog trainer from the comfort of your own home. In this program you get 260 pages of great information, video content, pictures, unlimited consultations with professional dog trainers. There is a great free course that you can get your hands on without spending anything. If you want to master dog training you need to check this out. Click here!
Dog Training Online
The interesting thing about this product is that it is created by Dove Cresswell, one of the most renowned Hollywood dog trainers. In this tell all course she reveals the secrets of how they get dogs to behave so well on set so that you can have your dog behaving as well as Lassie in no time. Well worth checking out and make sure you grab your copy of her free course because it is full of great stuff. Find out more by clicking here.
Secrets to Dog Training
This really is the ultimate online resource for dog training. I often refer my clients to this course for the simple reason that it is jam packed full of information that will make you a professional dog trainer from the comfort of your own home. In this program you get 260 pages of great information, video content, pictures, unlimited consultations with professional dog trainers. There is a great free course that you can get your hands on without spending anything. If you want to master dog training you need to check this out. Click here!
Dog Training Online
The interesting thing about this product is that it is created by Dove Cresswell, one of the most renowned Hollywood dog trainers. In this tell all course she reveals the secrets of how they get dogs to behave so well on set so that you can have your dog behaving as well as Lassie in no time. Well worth checking out and make sure you grab your copy of her free course because it is full of great stuff. Find out more by clicking here.
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