Get off on the right paw: Training your puppy
April 23, 2009
The first step in making your new family member happy is to help your puppy develop socially. Good social development is the result of proper, consistent training. Training your puppy how to interact with people and other pets is one of the greatest gifts you can give, because heâll not only enjoy being around other pets and people, but they'll …Read more »
Love the Leash
April 23, 2009
Many people are actually "walked" by their dog - their dog pulls in the direction he wants to go, and you give in or try to resist. Loose leash walking is about teaching your dog to walk where you want to walk - without force. There are two parts to this process.
Housebreaking Your Puppy
April 23, 2009
Housebreaking a puppy is hard work. Young puppies have poor bladder control, and they urinate about six to eight times a day.
Your puppy will not automatically know it is inappropriate to soil in the house. It is your job to teach him or her how to be a good family member. No one wants to deal with the soil, …Read more »
Learning to Sit Nicely
April 23, 2009
If he does, he will do it every time you ask, the first time you ask. Teaching your puppy a reliable "sit" cue is very important. If your puppy is sitting, he is not jumping on people. The secret is to teach your puppy the action before you teach him the word. To do that, you'll need to have some …Read more »
Housebreaking Tips
April 23, 2009
Take your puppy outside to the same spot when it's time to go. Doing this will help your puppy associate that particular location with elimination, so she will make the connection more quickly. You do have to patient, though. Most pups will sniff for 15 or 20 minutes before they eliminate.
House Training 101: Learning the Basics
April 23, 2009
Know Where to Go
Consistency is key when training your pet where to relieve himself. The more often you take your dog outside when he has to go, the sooner he'll learn that he's always supposed to go outside. Once you become familiar with your pet's routine, you'll start recognizing the signs (circling, sniffing at one spot) that he …Read more »
Make a Date with the Crate
April 23, 2009
Choosing the Right Crate
Choose a crate that will accommodate your puppy's full adult size, then section it off with a crate divider or place a box inside the crate to take up extra space. Your dog should have just enough room to stretch out when lying down. Dogs typically won't soil their sleeping area, so if they can't …Read more »
Help for an Excessive Barker
April 23, 2009
Too much barking can become a nuisance. To control excessive barking, it's first important to understand what is prompting your dog to bark, that is, what he is trying to communicate. Dogs bark to communicate they are bored, to express fear or alarm, to get attention or just for fun. If your dog is whining between barks, he may be …Read more »
Stop Your Dog from Begging at the Table
April 23, 2009
If you're the type who continually gives in and doles out treats on demand, you may be doing more harm than good to your dog. After all, being overweight is just as unhealthy for animals as it is for humans.
Here's some ways to stop a begging problem:
Curbing a Tendency to Bite
April 23, 2009
Any pet is liable to bite if he feels threatened or cornered. So if you've just adopted a new dog, you need to gain his trust. Always approach him in a calm, measured way. Talk quietly and reassuringly to him, and never grab or lunge for him. Place a treat in your hand and let your dog come to you …Read more »
