Dog training without the use of treats, aversive tools, force or domination
People today are busier than ever, juggling full-time work, family commitments, and a host of other responsibilities. In some families, houses are all but bare the majority of the working week, only becoming a hub of activity on weekends. This unprecedented new modern lifestyle causes a dilemma for many people, who wonder how to balance …
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Here are 16 food items that you should avoid giving to your dogs. 1. RHUBARB LEAVES Contain oxalates (some type of acid), which can affect the digestive, nervous, and urinary systems. 2. TABLE SCRAPS (in large amounts) are not nutritionally balanced and can be deadly in some cases. Human foods also contain spices which are not healthy for dogs. …
I hear so much about this from my clients and dog owners that it is worth sharing my thoughts about this topic with you. Although dogs are known to be “man’s best friend”, it doesn’t mean they have to be “man’s only friend”. Lack of proper dog socialization is one of the reasons why a …
Lack of dog time. Puppies don’t belong at the office. Read More »
Every year, the winter holiday season continues to be a very popular time for families to get/give dogs as Christmas gifts. Unfortunately, it’s also probably the worst time of the year to bringing a new dog home for many reasons. Weather-wise, potty training a puppy in cold rainy weather isn’t much fun and other outdoor …
Now that you have learned how to relax, it is time to help your dogs to relax. Before we do that let’s find out what causes dogs to get anxious or stressed and also what the signs are of a stressed dog? Dogs get nervous, anxious and unbalanced for many reasons which ultimately cause them to become …
Part 1 of 2. One of the reasons why a dog misbehaves or is unstable is because the dog is stressed due to the fact dog owners are anxious, emotional or stressed too. Most dog owners have a hard time relaxing in general, especially when their dog is misbehaving or is unstable. Dog owners haven’t …
Learn how to relax, so your dog will not be misbehaving. Read More »
A dog’s diet dictates the level of his health and well-being. Feed your dog a good diet and you will have a healthy, balanced and well-behaved dog. Unfortunately, this part of a dog’s life is usually overlooked and is not given much importance for many reasons. One of those reasons is basically because dog owners …
Dog diet – Part One- Appropriate diet for your dog is as important as other elements. Read More »
By Saro Boghozian, Expert Family Dog Trainer This is a topic that not many dog owners are clear about it and don’t feel comfortable to talk about it either. Here are some suggestions that will help you ease off this basic yet very important issue. In general, when you bring a puppy or even an …
In this article, you will learn about puppy biting and how to deal with it. There are many reasons why puppies chew or bite you, your furniture and anything in sight. The main reason is because of a natural thing that also happens in human babies. Puppies bite because they are teething, and their gums are …
Nowadays, owning a dog is nothing short of a fashion statement. Many people assume it’s a simple acquisition and if it doesn’t work they can return it, fix it, or discard it. They overlook the fact that they are dealing with an animal that has feelings, emotions and needs. If you are keen on acquiring …