Sitting up is a very easy trick to teach to small dogs, but this isn’t something that you want to train a bigger dog to do given that larger animals can have a hard time maintaining their balance. Training a dog to sit up is one of the very first tricks that you should teach […]
There are many names that fall under the umbrella of “training collar”. You may see this training tool referred to as a choke collar, training collar, choke chain, correction collar or slip collar. All of these are types of training collars and are used by amateur and professional trainers alike.
Some basic dog training techniques may be called for if your dog pulls on his leash and tries to get away from you when being walked, or he completely ignores you when you tell him to sit. If your dog doesn’t listen to you and it is time for that to change, you may find […]
There are many types of dog training aids available, and if you have previously dismissed these as being a waste of time and money, you may want to think again as they really can work. Whether you are trying to teach your dog agility, or simply trying to improve obedience, these aids can be effective […]
Dog toilet training is simply so important since none of us can accurately predict when and where your dog will be going to the toilet. It is so important they be taught to go where they are supposed to go and that means learning how best to “hold it”. They must be taught to understand […]
“How come your dog responds to the sit command and mine won’t?”, “How do you get your dog to heel so easily?”, “Wow! Your dog comes right over when you tell him to come.” – Are any of these statements sounding familiar? If they do, then now is the time to invest in basic training for […]
If you do not have the time or patience for training your dog, you might benefit from home dog training services. You pay a fee and hire the company to take care of the training for you each day at your own home. You select the length of the program and the specialized handler determines […]
Many people would love to use potties for their dogs, but this article does not concentrate on that as a solution. It is all about house training, which ensures that dogs go outside whenever the need arises. Potty training dogs is a process that calls for patience. While it can be a lengthy process, it […]
Teaching your dog to come when called for is an important part of any successful dog training program. This simple recall command which teaches a dog to respond to his owner’s voice instantly is not only vital for behavior reasons, but also essential for the safety of the canine.
As pets, it’s important that your dogs not be confined at home all of the time. There are times when you’ll need to take your canine companion out for a walk or to a specific destination. Moreover, your dog has to learn good behavior despite spending a considerable amount of time in the home. Dogs […]