Overcoming Dog Separation Anxiety
By Emillie Loh
Many dogs have separation anxiety. Separation anxiety in dogs exhibits behavior problems when they’re being left alone at home. This often leads to excessive barking, whining, chewing, house soiling Read more...
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Your Dog And Your Furniture
By BJones
Some dog owners believe that a dog is a dog, and that his place is on the floor exclusively. Some feel that he is a member of the family, and that he should be allowed up on chairs or sofas if he Read more...
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Dealing With Your Dog's Digging
By Martin Olliver
When you come home to find holes all over your lawn, and you have a dog, there may be a correlation there. But don't bother trying to confront your dog after the fact. Punishment after the fact is Read more...
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How To Train Your Dog Not To Chase Things
By Michael Colucci
Dogs are natural carnivores, and have a tendency to chase things which move away from them. This includes people, cars, and other animals. While this may be normal, it can be dangerous, especially when they are chasing people or cars. Training your not to chase things is very important, and you want to start this training as soon as possible.
If your puppy is a breed which will get big, you will want to get started while they're puppies. Many people who are chased by a large will become afraid, and will do whatever it takes to protect themselves. If your should attack someone, you could be sued or prosecuted. This is a situation you don't want to find yourself in. This is why it is important to train your while it is still a puppy. Some dogs can be trained easily, while others are more challenging. Breeds which have traditionally been used for hunting are the most difficult to deal with.
Until your is trained, you should never allow him off the leash. Doing this can put the and others in danger. Before taking your to a place where he will be likely to chase someone, begin by training him in a secure place like a yard which is surrounded by a fence. The should be focused on you, and anything which will distract him should be removed. You will need to repeat the steps so that the understands what you want. You will want to start by putting the on a leash.
You will now want to stand with the at the end of a hallway or room. Take a ball and hold it in front of the without allowing him to make contact
Your Dog And Your Furniture
By BJones
Some dog owners believe that a dog is a dog, and that his place is on the floor exclusively. Some feel that he is a member of the family, and that he should be allowed up on chairs or sofas if he Read more...
Dog Training Solutions: When Whining Isn't Cute
By Martin Olliver
I have to admit it. I think it’s cute when my dog whines. Even adorable. That’s because she whines for only two reasons: 1) When she sees a dog friend she really likes and she wants to be allowed to Read more...
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