For obvious reasons it is very important to teach a drop it command. Not only does it make playing fetch more fun and engaging, but it can also have safety implications down the road. Unfortunately, for many dogs this can be a difficult command to teach. The difficulty usually lies with a dog being “food […]
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Sit is usually one of the first commands a dog learns. It is easy for a dog to learn, and is a natural behavior so it’s no wonder it’s the most popular obedience command. You can teach your dog to sit many different ways including luring, shaping, molding, and capturing. This article will focus on
Many people believe that socializing their new dog is just a matter of letting itgreet a bunch of dogs while on a walk, going to a dog park to play, or enrolling him/herin doggy daycare. All this is indeed an aspect of socializing your dog but there is muchmore to it. A dog is considered
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Teaching The “Name Game” WHAT IS THE NAME GAME? The Name Game is an exercise used to help puppies (or any dog) generalize the concept of when they hear their name, to look at where that “sound” came from. The goal is to have your dog respond to their name regardless of their environment or
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Understanding the Basics of Dog Training Dog training serves as a vital tool in establishing a harmonious relationship between dogs and their owners. It encompasses various methods and techniques designed to promote good behavior and obedience through effective communication. Among the most popular training approaches is positive reinforcement, which encourages desirable behaviors by rewarding the
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Understanding Collar Grabs Collar grabs refer to the training technique that instructs a puppy to accept and respond positively to gentle holds on their collar. This skill is critical for various practical reasons, particularly for enhancing communication between the dog and its owner. Establishing a solid foundation in collar grabs is an integral part of
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