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Getting A Puppy Home

March 5, 2009 by Richard Cross · Leave a Comment 

Those first few days of getting a puppy can be a wonderful time. You feel excited everytime you walk in the house because you get to see your wonerful new dog, and the fun really begins when you start training. Howeer this can be a stressful time for a dog as it is taken away from its mother and siblings and thrust into a new unkown world with people it doesn’t yet know.

When you begin training, dog training aids are a great way to get started. Crates are a fantastic way to allow your dog to feel safe, and although it may seem like a cage to us, to a dog it actually makes them feel more secure. A crate is one training aid you won’t want to be without.

The other aid you wont want to be without is treats. Find out what your puppy loves best, and then give it to him for doing good things! Nothing is more effective.

Most of all enjoy it – these first few months a magical time and allow you to buuild a lifelong bond with your dog.

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The Secrets To Crate Training A dog

November 13, 2008 by Richard Cross · Comments Off 

Crate training a dog can make the life of a dog owner much easier! Not only can it help with potty training, but it also provides your dog with a place it will always feel safe which makes travelling much easier. There is definitely a right and wrong way to go about crate training though, so here are the steps you should follow. Read more

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Police Dog Training 101

November 6, 2008 by Richard Cross · Leave a Comment 

Police dogs are more than just novelty acts.  They’re not just some PR stunt pulled off by particular law enforcement divisions.  They are more than just mere tricks to make the police department look “cute.”  Police dogs perform very serious functions, and police dog training is a very serious business. Read more

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The Basics Of German Shepherd Training

November 4, 2008 by Richard Cross · Leave a Comment 

German Shepherds by nature are very energetic dogs. They make great pets but need to be properly trained! It they aren’t they can cause havoc in your home. Trained German Shepherds can make fantastic family pets, but you have to go about the training a little differently to usual. German Shepherd training requires more perseverance and patience than for other breeds, although if trained correctly they can do pretty much whatever the owner wishes to teach. Read more

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Teaching Your Puppy Bite Inhibition

November 3, 2008 by Richard Cross · Leave a Comment 

Even if your puppy doesn’t seem to be biting hard now it is vital to teach it bite inhibition so that in the future it knows what the limits are. Bite inhibition is one of the most important aspects of training a god and is one that should be taken seriously by the owner.

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Choosing The Right Training Class For Your Dog

November 2, 2008 by Richard Cross · 1 Comment 

Training your dog is vital for many reasons including the future safety of your pet. While it’s entirely possible to train your dog well at home, going to professional training classes can be a big help. Especially if you’ve never trained a dog before.

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The Basics Of Positive Training Methods

October 30, 2008 by Richard Cross · Leave a Comment 

Positive dog training means rewarding your dog for something he or she does right rather than punishing for something he does wrong. By using positive dog training methods, you are positively reinforcing all the good behaviour so your dog learns what pleases you and what doesn’t. Read more

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The Secrets Of Training A Deaf Dog

October 22, 2008 by Richard Cross · Leave a Comment 

If you have a deaf dog, chances are you are wondering how conventional training techniques will work. You can’t call out to the dog to give it commands, so how can you train it? Luckily, the basic idea behind training is the same for any dog – even one that is deaf. You need to signal to the dog when it has done something right to reinforce the good behaviour and discourage the dog from bad behaviour. Read more

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5 Surefire Tips To Help Train Your Dog

October 21, 2008 by Richard Cross · 1 Comment 

Dog training doesn’t have to be difficult! Follow these 5 simple tips to make your training as easy as possible. Read more

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How To Choose The Right Dog Trainer For You

October 20, 2008 by Richard Cross · Leave a Comment 

Many people claim to be professional dog trainers in the modern world but how do you know which ones to trust? Which ones are true experts? Which are not? In this article we’ll be going through some of the best ways to decide on the right dog trainer for you. Read more

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