Dogs, by nature, are pack animals with a well-defined social order. As you and your family become your dog s pack, your new dog will look to you – the leader of the pack – for guidance. Leadership can be established in a firm but friendly manner. Keep in mind that it is unrealistic to expect the dog to abide by the rules of the household without the leader teaching appropriate behavior! Much like people, every dog is different. Some are hyperactive [...]
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Appeasement gestures: Behaviors a dog uses to ask for space or to present himself as nonthreatening. Appeasement gestures may include scratching, yawning, licking lips, play bows, turning head or body away, sniffing the ground, lifting up a paw, slowing down movement, freezing or a submissive grin. These signals are a normal part of dog interaction, but in some situations, they may be signs of stress. Barrier frustration: Behavior, particularly barking [...]
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Dog Training School At Training Dogs for Life, we are committed to offering what YOU and YOUR dog need. We are based in Central Auckland, in a dedicated indoor dog training facility, Barkley Manor (Grey Lynn). Whether starting your new life with a puppy or learning how to cope with day to day behavioural challenges, we aim to train you how to train your dog, so you can get the best results and have a great life with your dog as part of your family [...]
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When you decide that you want to modify the behavior of your dog (or another human being) there is one fundamental decision that you must make-namely are you going to base your training methods on rewards, or punishments, or some combination of the two. So-called discipline-based training programs tend to use punishment as a major tool, taking away privileges, inflicting pain, or some other negative outcome, if the individual fails to behave in the [...]
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Furry good news: Professor John Bradshaw engages in a tug-of-war with Kate Kellaway s dog Lily. Photograph: Karen Robinson Professor John Bradshaw is leading a revolution in the study of canine behaviour. Dogs don t want to control people, they want to control their own lives,he says. Professor John Bradshaw is holding out a clenched fist – you might see this as a novel way of greeting a stranger were it not that it is my dog, Lily, he is approaching [...]
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Cesar Millan, the star of television’s The Dog Whisperer,is being sued by a woman who claims she was attacked by a vicious pit bull that had been prematurely released by Millan s dog training center. The woman, a critical care nurse in Florida, claims she suffered disfiguring open wounds, deep muscle and tendon lacerations and bone fractures in the Sept. 23, 2014, attack, just six days after the dog had been released by Millan s Dog Psychology [...]
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There are many types and methods of Dog Training. The marketing behind dog training is massive. We have whisperers, listeners, lifetime trainers, grew up with wild wolves , pack leaders, bonding, natural dog training, protection dog training, positive reinforcement, reward based training, motivational training and more. It s quite difficult to decide and the internet can be unhelpful in aiding that decision. But there is a common denominator to [...]
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We are a club of dog sports enthusiasts in Wenatchee, Washington, serving Chelan, Douglas, Grant, and Okanogan counties. We offer classes year-round for dog owners and handlers and their dogs. We teach you how to train your dog to get the behaviors you want using positive methods. You will love your dog even more through this process, which will reflect in your dog’s love for you. Our “Perfect Dog” classes include training for puppies and basic obedience [...]
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To communicate clearly and consistently with your dog, you need to understand how she learns. Dogs learn through the immediate consequences of their behavior. The nature of those consequences determines how they’ll behave in the future. Dogs, like other animals (people included), work to get good things and avoid bad things in life. If a behavior results in something rewarding-like food, a good belly rub, playtime with dog buddies or a game of fetch [...]
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At Kathy Santo Dog Training, our unique, interactive and fun approach to training assures you quick results and a confident, well-behaved dog your whole family will love to have around. There are lots of ways to get started! What Your Life Looks Like Now: Your puppy is using the house as his own personal port-o-let. He jumps on everyone and is confused about why you don’t like it. He bites pants, feet, hands, ponytails, and anything else within his [...]
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How cool would it be to own a dog who can roll over on command, jump through a hoop and really just do any trick that will impress friends and family? There are certain breeds who are thought to be more apt — and eager — to learn new things. In fact, to own some of these dogs, you ll probably want to come up with new tricks and tasks on a regular basis to help keep them entertained. If you re active and have the time to devote to training, then you [...]
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Fear, stress and anxiety are at the root of many problem behaviors in cats and dogs — and in some cases, human behavior is the direct cause of a pet’s actions. Many pet owners fail to understand… Full Article › Is your dog easily distracted? Does he spend your entire walk lunging at squirrels and barking at people? Is he unable to to pass a brightly colored umbrella or a playing child without wanting to… Full Article › What is it about carpet that [...]
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Trained Dogs For Movies & Commercials Blue Springs ‘n Katydid has been a source of trained dogs for movie and commercial work for 20+ years. Casting agents appreciate the consistent quality and performance of BSKD dogs. Productions for the big and small screen are very costly. It is important that the dog on set is able to perform the actions required in a timely, confident, safe and happy manner. We are proud to say, that we have left every [...]
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Our Training Takes Place In Your Home When Bark Busters dog trainers conduct adult dog and puppy training in your home, they will assess your current household dynamics and how they influence your dog s behaviors. After making any necessary adjustments to the environment, your dog trainer will then teach you methods of communication that will help you lead your dog with confidence and ease. No matter what breed, age, or issue, Bark Busters natural [...]
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Editor’s note: Dawn Sylvia-Stasiewicz, 52, died on Jan. 12, 2011. Mention training methods to a group of dog trainers, and you might want to prepare for a fight at the dog park. Some call those who use only positive reinforcement “cookie pushers” or “treat slingers.” The other side calls those who use more dominance-based techniques “choke folks” or worse – cruel and inhumane. These days, at least one person hopes to silence those barks and says it [...]
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Dog Training in Arlington, Alexandria, and All Northern Virginia We re proud to announce service to the Northern Virginia area, servicing clients and their pets in Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, and all surrounding areas! Be sure to call us and schedule your free evaluation, Best Friend s Dog Training of Northern Virginia 4201 Wilson Blvd Suite 110-453 Arlington, VA 03 Phone: (571) 485-9292 Best Friend s Dog Training Board and Train! Best Friends [...]
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