The Behavior Adjustment Training (BAT) method by Grisha Stewart of Ahimsa Dog Training, is a great way to help your dog to be more comfortable with what she is fearful or upset about. BAT uses desensitization together with a functional reward for calm behavior. Simply put, you begin at a distance where your dog can see what she is afraid of without …Read more...
Thinkstock By increasing the value and frequency of rewards, you may get a better response from your stubborn dog. Training a stubborn dog can be frustrating — I’ve worked with dozens of pet owners who feel like they’re on the losing end of a battle of wills with their canines, and I’ve had...
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Most pet owners have probably at least flirted with the idea of putting their pup in an obedience class — maybe right after their four-legged friend has jumped on the table to go after Thanksgiving leftovers, or chewed their human’s driver’s license beyond recognition. But while these things...
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Three Things You Must Understand to Get Your Dog to Listen to You Why does my dog ignore me?Does your dog ignore you when you call him to come or give him a command? “Why does my dog ignore me?” is one of the most common questions I hear from week 1 students in my dog obedience training classes...
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William Koehler with Roy Rogers. Bill Koehler trained dogs for over 50 years. He trained dogs in the military during WW2. Method of training uses positive punishment and negative reinforcement. Was the head animal trainer at Walt Disney Studios for over 20 years and trained dogs at many leading...
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Dog obedience trainers train dogs and teach pet owners how to train and handle their own animals. As a dog obedience trainer/instructor, you can prepare dogs for law-enforcement or security, work for a dog obedience training facility or a pet store, or start a training business of your own...
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We are conveniently located between Washington DC and Baltimore in Howard County, Maryland providing professional dog training and boarding services to the residents of the greater DC, metro area and surrounding counties. Our goal at Premier is to evaluate your needs, train your dog and provide...
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Impulse control. That little voice in your head that reminds you not to hug all the dogs you pass on your walk to work. That nagging reminder that your pup probably doesn’t need another toy, no matter how cute it is. Impulse control keeps our basest desires in check, but it’s not something...
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The reputation of Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. precedes him. That’s not a good thing, either. He has never had the fire of his famous father. He twice has been suspended by the Nevada State Athletic Commission for post-fight positive tests, for marijuana and the diuretic Furosemide, respectively...
Dogs have extremely strong jaws and powerful bites. Even the smallest of dogs can deliver an injurious bite as an adult, and big dogs can inflict even greater damage. Despite this physical ability, most dog bites do not result in terrible injury. In fact, many leave only a small scratch or...
So, you’re an introvert. You’d rather stay in with a good book, film, or game than go out to a crowded social event. You need plenty of alone time to recharge. But you still love dogs, and you want to find the best match for your lifestyle. Because with one-on-one companionship and affection...
We tend to think of dog training as a series of steps for teaching particular behaviors. To teach a dog to stay in a particular position, you reward her as she remains in place for gradually longer times, at gradually greater distances, with gradually increasing degrees of distraction. Now...
Welcome to Off Leash K9 Training Maryland s Scheduling What separates Off Leash K9 Training, llc locations from other dog trainers in the area is we do not only teach your dog commands, we give you an off leash dog that responds with military/law enforcement K9 speed and precision. We have...
Dogs and wolves parted ways many moons ago – thousands of years. They have a common ancestor yet when we look at the domestic dog of today he is just that, an animal that has evolved to live with people. When we look at wolves, they are animals that have evolved to be suspicious of people –...
If you re looking for a list of the Fundamentals of Natural Dog Training, you ve come to the right place. If you re completely new to Natural Dog Training, or even just looking for a refresher, this list of articles should help you get right on track. You might consider reading them in order...
For successful training, practice the following basic training steps with your puppy every day. Keep training sessions short. Your puppy will see everything as a game, so keep him stimulated by changing what he s learning. Do each command for about five minutes and come back to it whenever... Read More
It typically takes 4-6 months for a puppy to be fully house trained, but some puppies may take up to a year. Size can be a predictor. For instance, smaller breeds have smaller bladders and higher metabolisms and require more frequent trips outside. Your puppy s previous living conditions are... Read More
Dogs are such bundles of joy. From the cuteness of a puppy to the deep loyalty of an adult, dogs are truly man s best friend. However, dogs are very pliable animals; who they are and who they become depends in large part on how they are trained and how they are treated within their family (or... Read More
At CPT Training we offer a variety of in Acworth, which are taught by professional trainers with years of experience in all forms of training. Whether you desire to train your dog for a competition, make them become more obedient or prevent any behavioral problems, we can provide it all. With... Read More
NC Dogs offers professional dog training using reward-based training methods for families and their pet dogs in Wake County and surrounding North Carolina areas including: Apex, Cary, Raleigh, Durham Morrisville, Chapel Hill, and Holly Springs If you are in another NC location, we would be... Read More
Most of dog training entails teaching people; the vast majority of dog trainers earn a living by teaching classes and private lessons for pet-dog guardians. And the success of a dog’s training program depends upon the human’s compliance with that program. A dog trainer can provide basic obedience... Read More
Dr. Ian Dunbar is a veterinarian, animal behaviorist, and writer. He received his veterinary degree and a Special Honors degree in Physiology & Biochemistry from the Royal Veterinary College (London University) and a doctorate in animal behavior from the Psychology Department at the University... Read More