Skyes – The Great Little Dog
By Richard Monk
They say a dog is man’s best friend, but we all know they are more like a family member. This is particularly true for Skyes. Skyes – The Great Little DogPicking a new pet is a joyous Read more...
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General History Of Dogs
By ArticleTrader
There is no incongruity in the idea that in the very earliest period of man's habitation of this world he made a friend and companion of some sort of aboriginal representative of our modern dog, and Read more...
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Arthritis Treatment For Dogs
By ArticleTrader
Storm and I were best friends from the day I found him abandoned and covered with ticks. About 6 years ago, however, our playtime became a burden to Storm instead of fun. He developed arthritis. The Read more...
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Dog Training: What Is Dog Training?
By David McFarlane
The term “dog training” can mean many different things – this is an important fact to remember when deciding what exactly you need to do with your dog.
First, there is "behavior training”.
This is the kind of training in which a is taught to be good. Usually this would include house training, good behavior around other people and dogs, and other small things that make a a much more pleasant companion. A well-behaved attracts no special notice from members of the public (apart from occasional comments about their good manners).
Next, there is "obedience training," which is teaching the how to perform specific activities.
This can include traditional obedience exercises such as heeling. The emphasis here is on prompt and precise performance. While there can be many overall benefits to this kind of training, the training is not necessarily used in order to improve the dog's behavior.
Dogs that have been obedience trained will perform tasks when their owners ask them to do so. (Although, some obedience trained dogs may well behave poorly!)
"Activity training" refers to training for specific activities – this could include hunting, herding, search and rescue or any of a number of activities designed to show off the abilities of the and his handler. These days, such activity also includes sports such as frisbee, flyball and agility.
At times, these training methods can cross over somewhat.
A certain amount of obedience training will help with behaviors, for example. A that is heeling will not pull on the leash.
You will still want to keep this in mind when selecting a training class, however, so that it best matches your needs. For many pet owners, the behavior-oriented classes are the best way to learn how to understand and control your dog. For those of you who want to enjoy a sport or compete in an activity with your dog, you will need to move along to more complex training.
You need to be fully aware of whether or not your needs behavior modification (where you will have to find out the underlying reason why your digs holes) or obedience training (to understand commands).
The two may be related: a that digs because it is bored may become less bored with obedience training and stop digging. It is important, however, to understand that the stopped digging because it was no longer bored not that it now knows how to heel. You will need to modify your approach, or select a trainer to help you, with behavior vs. training in mind.
Please also remember not to punish the whilst training.
Punishment is not a training aid.
How To Care For Your Puppy
By Gary Johnson
A Puppy StoryMy grandmother had the sweetest little white dog when I was growing up. He was half-poodle, half-maltese, and I loved him dearly. But no matter how much I cared for that dog, he was Read more...
How To Know When Your Dog Is Sick
By Jack Prime
Most dog owners will notice any sudden or odd changes in their dogs normal behaviour but it is useful to know the specific symptoms to watch out for.If you dog shows symptoms of excessive Read more...
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