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Trust and Confidence Dog Obedience Training
If you are wondering what is the most vital element that can earn you a everlasting and hearty relationship with your dog, here is the answer: obedience training. This is a learning process, which grounds reliance and trust on both sides, resulting ideally in owning a dog that's permanently obedient and attentive to you. Primarily, your dog's obedience is imperative for his safety, but also that of others' and their pets. Today's lesson will be the “stayâ€� command, which is a must in your dog's training. I mean who wants the little beast running off wildly after the postman? Step 1: SIT Start by requesting your dog to “sitâ€�. The command should be voiced while also showing him your hand, palm towards him. Praise him and stay still for a short while, reward him with a treat, wait a bit and then discharge him by an “OKâ€� so that he can resume moving. This routine should be repeated by adding another second each time â€" summing up to 5 - to the sit position. Step 2: STAY = A TREAT When the dog has gotten hold of the 5 second position, you can start working on longer “staysâ€�, e.g. of 10 seconds. Hence, ask your dog to “sitâ€�. The moment he does so, demand him to “stayâ€�. During the stay, don't forget to keep the dog into position with calm praises all along, and also give him some treats. Giving your pet even 2-3 treats during these 10 seconds is a great learning tool. By the system of treats, the dog will acquire the reflex that holding into the “stayâ€� position consequently means a reward. Conversely, if he moves during the “sit stillâ€� exercise, discourage this by a vocal "eh-eh," "wrong," or "no" in a neutral voice and also by hiding the reward from his sight, while insisting on the “sitâ€� verbal command. If he still refuses, lure him into the sit position by showing him the treat, but DO NOT give it. Once he sits again, say "stay" and resume the exercise. If still unsuccessful in this sitting exercise, you may be moving too quickly for him. However, since you wish the dog to be successful, do not hesitate to repeat the first steps again, in short bits and to rework them instead of forcing him into a routine he is not handling. Step 3: Move around him Once your pet has been constantly successful on the 10-second “stayâ€�, we get to something new. While he is in the sit still position, start walking slowly around him. He will most probably want to move after you, so as you walk repeat the “stayâ€� command every quarter of this circle. Praise him if he does so and reward him with his treat. But if he tries to change his position, say "eh-eh," "wrong," or "noâ€�. Once he maintain position, praise him and repeat the “stayâ€� verbal command. DO NOT reward him once you release him from the position, since the treat is supposed to equal “stayâ€�, not “resume movingâ€�. This exercise is to be carried out in a controlled space at the beginning (e.g. your flat, backyard), then as he masters it, in a more diverting environment: while you are out walking him. Remember that this is recommendable only once you are positive that he can make it. For this, it would be advisable to spend some time helping your dog to learn the “stayâ€� command and some further elementary obedience training.

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Why not to train your dog: 5 of the best excuses.
There are almost as many dog-training excuses as there are dog owners. Here are five of my particular favourites - not because they justify not training a dog, but because they show how poorly people understand dog training, and dog training methods. 1) I don't want to break my dog's spirit. Many people cite examples of listless dogs or dogs that won't do anything unless told. In 20 years of handling dogs, I don't think I've ever met any of these mythical dogs â€" except where the dog has no stimulation at all, he will always be excited and pleased to be rewarded for doing what he's told. This does not make a dog listless or unhappy â€" it gives him purpose and rewards thinking! Beating a dog will break his spirit and make him afraid of doing wrong, but this is not training. Beating does not teach him obedience, it just teaches him fear. Don't make the mistake of thinking that the dog cowering at the end of his lead as his owner shouts at him has been 'trained'. Far from it. He has possibly been abused. 2) She's such lovely dog: I wouldn't change her for the world! Lovely dogs are lovely despite not being trained, rather than because they're not trained. Exceptionally lucky owners may have a lovely dog who doesn't bark much, who avoid people who are afraid of them, who never chew things, and may not even pull at the lead. But dogs are pack animals, and need rules to live by, and a leader to look up to. Training will not change your lovely dog's personality, but will help her to understand life, make her more content and an even better companion. Actually, most people who wouldn't change anything put up with a lot of inconvenience to 'keep their dog's personality'. 3) I don't have time to train him. Why do we have dogs? A dog is a living, breathing, thinking being that needs stimulation, play, exercise and companionship. All of these needs can be answered through training, which strengthens the bond between us and our animals, giving us both what we need. Better still, the very activities that make our dogs the perfect pets are the best activities to use to train him. If you spend time with your dog, you have time to train him. If you don't spend time with your dog, maybe it's time to consider whether a dog is the best pet for you. 4) He's only a puppy â€" I'll train him when he's older. No, no, no, no! Would you wait for a child to go to school before teaching them to speak, or before potty training them? Dog training isn't a chore for the puppy! Dog training is fun and fulfilling, and the training gives your puppy something to occupy their mind. Pet your puppy when she comes to you; make a fuss of her and give her titbits when she brings you a slipper, or a piece of paper off the floor! The more enthusiastic you are when she sits, the more she'll love to sit for you. The more she loves coming to you for praise, the more likely she is to leave Mrs Smith's cat alone when you call her. Train her now, or you may be paying for it for the rest of her life. 5) He's well behaved anyway The dog is a pack animal. A pack has a leader and followers of various importance. If you don't take the responsibility of leadership, your dog may may feel he has to. This will be stressful for him and for you. If you don't set the rules, your dog will, and you may not like them! Your dog should be a relaxing companion, not an adversary, a boss or a burden.

Justin Davies has been involved with dogs and their training for over 20 years and writes dog training articles for <a href="http://www.best4dogtraining.com">www.best4dogtraining.com</a>. For more information on training your dog, go to <a href="http://www.newdogtrainingmethods.info">www.newdogtrainingmethods.info</a>

Getting Your Dog Ready for a Newborn
Preparing a dog for the arrival of a newborn into the family is done with the same care and attention that a parent gives to help children understand that a new sibling will be joining the family. Bringing a newborn into the home will be a major change for your dog and can result in the dog becoming quite stressed if he is not well prepared.

Dogs that are have a free run of your house will need re-educating before your newborn comes home. Changing your dogs habits before your baby arrives will avoid hassles in the long term. You will need a few months to prepare your dog for your baby’s arrival so start as early as possible.

There are a number of ways to prepare your dog for your baby’s arrival. Most importantly deal with any training or behavior problems. You will not have time to do this once your new baby comes home and you want to ensure the safety of your child. Train your dog to obey commands such as sit, come and stay and address any issues of fear or anxiety that your dog exhibits. A good idea is to train your dog to sit calmly on the floor beside you until you invite him onto your lap.

To get your dog familiar with the sounds and smells of a baby try and borrow a baby or invite friends over with infants to accustom your dog to the real sounds and smells of a baby. Make this experience positive for your dog by offering a treat or playtime.

Gradually introduce more sounds and smells of a baby into your home on a regular basis. You can do this by playing recordings of a baby crying or gurgling. You could also put some baby powder or oil on your hands to accustom your dog to the new smells. Do this gradually and regularly in the months preceding your newborn’s arrival. You can also use a baby doll to help your dog get use to the real thing, carry it around, take it for a walk in a pram with your dog, pretend to change it and bath it.

Once the baby is born and before you bring the baby home, take home a blanket or clothing that the baby has been in for your dog to investigate. Try to speak positively to your dog when the baby is around, and avoid negative tones. This is to ensure that your dog connects happy feelings while being in the presence of the baby. Always supervise any interactions between your new baby and your dog.

Jen Hart is the author of the informative website www.baby-patch.com providing parenting information, baby gift advice and ideas of how to create the perfect baby shower.

Dog Training Videos
So what is dog training really all about? The following report includes some fascinating information about dog training--info you can use, not just the old stuff they used to tell you.



Sometimes the most important aspects of a subject are not immediately obvious. Keep reading to get the complete picture.

Dog training is the oldest and probably the most common solution to bridge the understanding gap between people and dogs as their best friends. There are plenty of solutions to help dog owners train their animals, and one of the most popular is the dog training video. Sold online or in special pet stores, dog training videos provide comprehensive techniques and tricks that can turn the most disobedient of animals into an obedience example. People often prefer dog training videos to individual trainers for a variety of reasons.

First of all, there is the money issue; dog training videos are a lot cheaper than special training classes. Furthermore, many dog owners want to be actively involved in the training process; thus, with the help of a dog training video they can exploit the two sides of the experience: the fun part and the practical one. When you’ve got a puppy, it is all the more rewarding for you to be the one to train it how to target focus or fetch and retrieve. Dog training videos come with very professional solutions that can be put to practice by people who don’t have a clue on the subject.

The lessons presented by dog training videos are gradual and take you step by step to achieve the behavior patterns you want for your pet. It is a good idea that you watch every training stage on the dog training video, several times. Then you have to put into practice with your dog. Of course results appear in time, but make sure you are persistent in exercises; skills must be used, otherwise they’re wasted. Some other member of the family may get involved too, watch the dog training video together and exchange opinions. However, only one trainer should work with the dog at a time, in order not to create confusion.

Keep in mind that all the tips presented on a dog training video need to be integrated in the special context of your house. Avoid giving your pet conflicting orders and don’t use too complex linguistic structure. As you’ll learn from any dog training video, short words like ‘sit’ or ‘down’ are most effective, not to mention that the dog is receptive first and foremost to the voice pitch. Therefore, you don’t need a dog training video to tell you that animals are susceptible to raised voice for instance and they become defensive. Good luck!

There's a lot to understand about dog training. We were able to provide you with some of the facts above, but there is still plenty more to write about in subsequent articles.

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Dog Training for Obedience - How to Pick the Best Program
A search of the internet will reveal a plethora of courses, concepts, videos, and programs aimed at obedience training for dogs. Many are cutting edge and some are dated and no longer accepted by experts in the field. How does one go about finding one that is reasonable in its approach and yet effective in teaching your dog?

For most dog owners there are some very basic reasons for wanting to mold the behavior of their pet. A dog without some basic dog obedience training can be like that annoying uncle in the family who has none of the social graces, always loud and obnoxious, makes a mess of the house, always sticking his nose into other peoples business - you know what I mean. You still love him but you just wish he wasn't around so much.

Well, you should want to be around your dog. Isn’t that why you brought him into your home, to be your friend and companion? This will happen when you find a reciprocal level of respect and understanding. This in turn grows out of finding the best way to communicate with your dog making sure he clearly understands what the boundaries are and what you expect from him.

Common to all reputable dog obedience methods should be the understanding and acceptance of the following basic concepts, though they may be stated differently:

* It’s important to understand that dogs are pack animals and thrive when there is clearly defined leadership and they know what is expected of them. This is important to understanding how the canine mind works.

* It is your job to be the leader â€" consistently, repetitiously, persistently, and patiently.

* Tied in with patience is the tone of voice you use. Commands should be given firmly with no ambiguity, but also patiently with no yelling. Your dog must not be confused once he understands what you want. There can be no refusal or ignoring of your command.

* Reward and corrective action are also basic concepts in any dog training for obedience course. Reward could be in the form of praise a treat, or a ‘click’ (clicker training) while corrective action could be in the form of withholding praise, a treat, a scratch, or a firm ‘No.’

Dog Training â€" Basic Obedience

It’s always good to start with the basics. Look for a program that starts with these fundamental concepts and commands:

The Come or Come Here (Recall) command is very important for control of your pet. Nobody wants a dog that ignores them nor do you want to have to mount a search party every time he is outside and off his lead.

Stand and Stay, Sit and Stay, and Down and Stay commands are very helpful especially in situations where there are groups of people and activities where your dog needs to be kept away or out from underfoot.

Walking on and off lead, sometimes called ‘heeling’ is very important training as there is nothing more unpleasant then having an uncontrollable dog pulling and tugging on the leash and lunging at other dogs, animals, and people.

In addition to these basic commands many methods will include turns, fetch and carry, back up, crawl, shake hands, catch, climb ladders etc., and all of these with hand commands as well as verbal commands.

Other behaviors and/or problems that will be dealt with in a well rounded dog training for obedience program are house training, excessive barking, biting and nipping, chewing, digging up the yard, aggression, and jumping up on people and furniture. There may also be some discussion of the best dog obedience training equipment to have available.

This is a snapshot of the things to look for in a reputable dog obedience training program. Of course a good method and system for training are key to the welfare and safety of your pet, but also to your peace of mind and enjoyment of your canine companion.

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If you are trying to train your new puppy go to Puppy Training.

Ira Nelson has years of experience in the dog care and training field. More information, tips, and techniques like the ones in this article are available at <a href="http://www.dogtrainingbasicsonline.com">Dog Training Basics Online</a>

Separation Anxiety in Dogs
Separation Anxiety: A Destructive Mental Illness

Do you wonder what your dog does when you're not at home? Some dogs sleep, some need something to chew on to occupy their time and some spend the time terrorizing the cat. But when a dog has separation anxiety, it is a traumatic time when they are left home.

Separation anxiety is a form of mental illness that affects some dogs. When their owners are preparing to leave, the dog becomes extremely upset and anxious. After the owners leave, he/she becomes frantic and is no longer in control of how it behaves. The dog becomes panicked; a panic caused by over-stimulation of parts of the brain â€" the parts that regulate fear and stress.

It is important to note that not every dog that misbehaves while its owners are away has separation anxiety. Some are just naturally destructive.

Dogs are extremely social critters; they do best living in “packs� and forming strong bonds with their owners. Most don’t like it when their owners leave, but learn to handle it. Others exhibit mild forms of the misbehaviour. Some may misbehave out of boredom, but a dog with severe separation anxiety will be very destructive.

Severe separation anxiety is usually diagnosed when the following three signs are present:

• Destruction â€" the dog will literally destroy the house, chewing through walls and doors; any exit points are the targets. This destruction usually occurs within the first ½ hour after the owner leaves.
• Vocalization â€" the dog will bark or howl continuously, for hours on end or all-day.
• Elimination â€" the dog will eliminate in the house.

Some dogs have a predisposition to this problem, others get it as a result of a traumatic experience.

Dogs with separation anxiety are generally wonderful pets - when the owners are home. However, when the owners leave they turn into a destructive dog. They tend to get more and more upset each time the owners leave. Having another pet does not usually help the problem. It is the owners that they are extremely attached to and need.

To help these dogs:
Medication such as anti-depressants and anxiety drugs need to be used in addition to desensitization therapy. Desensitization therapy involves having the dog sit and stay as the owner gradually moves away, moving a little further each time. Eventually the owner steps out of the room while the dog stays. The aim of this therapy is to teach the dog that the owner will always return and to take the scariness out of the owners departure. There is no quick fix for this problem; desensitization therapy takes lots of work and time.

While retraining this type of dog, it may be best to leave them in a crate when no one is home. This helps them by providing them with a safer place that is way from anything that can harm them or that they can destroy.

If your dog has separation anxiety issues, you should contact your local veterinarian.

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With the changing time the older techniques of training a dog has been revived and new techniques which is devoid of bullying, humiliation and punishment has been implemented. In spite of the enormous variety of methods, almost every successful dog training system is preceded on positive support techniques that are advocated by many dog lovers. Their effectiveness can be heightened significantly if the trainers remember to train it young, act gently and emphasize prevention of making mistakes. These three points, if always kept operating in the background, serve to push the effectiveness of any training technique in a positive direction. All of the new, more effective, recommended means of dog training share common aim to garner effective result and 100% result could be achieved if the training is started at a young age. Remember the popular adage "you can't teach an old dog new tricks" which is applicable in most of the cases but it is not entirely true in case of dog because any dog, regardless of age, can learn new things. The only difference is that the puppies will learn much faster and do not have deep-rooted behaviors that must be un-learned than an older dog. The earlier you are able to start training your pet; you will reap the benefits of increased effectiveness. Dogs are social animals and develop a real attachment to their owners which further enhances the chances of learning sincerely to impress their owners. Therefore owners are reminded to be gentle with their pets and try to make your training process a cooperative exercise instead of making a battle. Produce yourself as an ally for a trainee rather than a rival throughout your training process and a failure will affect your training process adversely even in the case of aggressive behavior of your dog. Too often, it has been found that the trainers found themselves to lose their interest in constantly correcting the unsuitable behavior of their pet. It is recommended that not waiting for your dog to repeat the mistake, you take the preventive measure beforehand as you must be familiar with the popular saying that "prevention is better than cure." Such mind-set will help the owner to intervene before a problem is created instead of simply responding to the problem that will abridge the need for correction efforts and can help urging quick progress and thus decreases frustration throughout the training process making it more enjoyable for both the dog and the owner.

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dog adoption costs
Before you decide to bring a dog home, it is absolutely essential that you give some thought to the costs that you will be incurring in the process. It’s not the purchase alone, though even that is likely to be expensive in the case of some superior breeds of dogs, but also the cost of the equipments you will have to buy to make your home habitable for your pet. Then there are the visits to the vet, which have to be regularly made, and the expensive vaccinations, which the puppy has to be given. So, all in all, you will have to make pretty sure that your wallet can take the beating before you bring your doggy home.

What then, are the costs, and how much are they? Let’s start at the beginning. You have to buy the dog unless you are lucky enough to have it presented to you by a friend or a family member and the cost of this initial purchase can vary very widely. The variance will firstly depend on the type of dog you are buying. A purebred “companion only� puppy usually starts from around $800 but can go up to astronomical amounts for rare or exotic breeds. If you prefer to adopt a non-purebred variety from a shelter, it will cost you from around $150 to $300.

Costs also differ in different geographic locations so it is difficult for us to tell you of one fixed sum that you will have to pay for any given variety of dog. Visit the sources in your locality from where people normally buy dogs and check on the prices. And this includes the internet. After some queries on your part, you will be able to come to a fix on what your desired dog costs.

Now that you’ve got your dog, it’s time to look at the other costs you will have to start to incur. Let’s start with the one - time costs.

One Time Costs Average Cost
Fence $300 - $1500
Bowls $25
Collar $6
Training Collar $10
Leash $12
Bed $40
Crate $100
Brush/Grooming tools $20
Shampoo/ Coat care $15
Neuter/ Spay ( Based on weight ) $300
Microchip $50



Then there are the annual costs, which you have to be prepared for. I enumerate them below:

Vaccinations $185
Heartworm Test $35
Heartworm Preventive $65
Flea/Tick Preventive $120
Food $480
Toys/Treats $45
Tag $5

And then there are other costs:

Boarding â€" per day ( with 2 playtimes ) $25
Grooming â€" per time $50
Training classes ( Per 6-8 classes ) $100
Individual training ( Per session ) $100



And remember, this list is for grown up dogs and not puppies. If it’s a puppy you are adopting, the costs increase. There’s a check up, a series of 4 sets of vaccines, worming, heartworm tests, all of which will cost you close to $300. Then there is puppy food, which will set you back around $450 and toys/treats, which will cost approximately $65.

So, as you will have counted up from the figures given above, in the first year, you will be spending approximately $1500 to $2500 over and above the cost of buying your dog. After the first year, you will spend less per year â€" about $1000. Smaller dogs cost a bit less and larger dogs cost more.

Apart from all this, your dog will have lifelong healthcare needs. There will be shots and medicines you will be administering as preventive care and there will almost certainly be unexpected accidents, injuries or illnesses, however well you look after your dog.

It is therefore utterly essential that you objectively evaluate your budget and come to a decision as to whether you can really afford a dog. He will look to you for your support in all things and you owe it to him to give him, not only your love, but proper care, food and medical attention. These don’t come free â€" so ask yourself whether you can afford to get that dog you always wanted. If you realize that you can’t, it’s best to do without, both for your sake and his.

Anybody is free to use the article in their website as long as an acknowledgement is given Nancy Richards' and a link to the site www.traindogsandpuppies.com

Training Your Dog With a Clicker
In this article I am going to discuss clicker training and its use in training dogs. Most people have heard of clicker training but have no clue what it actually is, in this article I will discuss what clicker training is, how to start using it as well as just how powerful clicker training can be. Most dogs take to clicker training very easily and enjoy learning through the use of a clicker. What Clicker Training Is Clicker Training is a positive method of training a dog new behaviors. This means there is no correction for the dog getting anything wrong just reward for when it gets the new behavior right. Unlike some other dog training clicker training does not rely on baiting where the dog is simply bribed into performing a certain behavior. The problem with baiting is that its a very dependent on the owner and takes a lot time to become an independent behavior without many cues. As well as allowing you to teach your dog an independent behavior much quicker than with baiting or other conventional dog training it also allows your dog to learn at a fast rate because its being given much clearer instruction. How Clicker Training Works The principle behind clicker training is that the click noise given off by the clicker means correct. So the soon learns that the exact position its in or behavior its performing when the clicker goes off means that’s the correct position/behavior. When a dog is use to clicker training and is clear when its doing the correct behavior new behaviors are formed very quickly. The main things to consider when clicker training are rate of reinforcement, timing and motivation. Rate of reinforcement is all about how often your reward and how much of a reward you give. When first starting you should reward often and always remember quickly. You need to reward as soon as the dog has performed the correct behavior this way the message that’s right is crystal clear. As your dogs understanding increases the rate of reinforcement can be decreased and your dog should be holding the correct behavior longer. Timing is extremely important in any dog training you must use the clicker the millisecond your dog performs the correct behavior. Clicker training is all about timing the quicker you click and reward the faster the dog will learn the new behavior. The next major thing to consider is motivation without motivation you have nothing a dog must love to work. Unmotivated dogs have no go about them and they simply do not want to work. If a dog does not want to work then you have a serious problem its one hundred percent the training responsibility to make the dog love working. There are many ways to motivate a dog these include treats, toys, fuss and just play in general. Always keep your training short and fun ten to fifteen minutes at a time is perfect any more than this and the dog will get fed up. Remember that you should always finish training when your dog is keen and enjoying the training, never finish when your dog is bored and unmotivated as this produces nothing except a dog who does not enjoy working. How To Get Started Clicker Training To get started clicker training all you need is a clicker, a reward and a willing dog. If you have these three things then you have everything you need to start clicker training. Experiment and have fun it’s the best way to learn about clicker training and training dogs in general. There’s no substitute to a good working relationship with your dog. When you have that great relationship you will find training so much easier because you already know exactly how your dog is going to react to everything you do.

Ashley Peach is the owner and operator of Dog-Toy.co.uk.

Safe practises whilst working with dogs
Safe practises whilst working with dogs PPE should always be used to prevent any accidents from happening whilst working in any business environment as well as with working with animals. PPE should be individually tailored to suit the needs of what act you are undertaking, if you feel there is not adequate PPE or it is not appropriate you should use alternative methods. It is always important to use safe lifting techniques so you are able to prevent injury to yourself or possibly to others working around you as well as the animal that you are working with, so remember not to injure yourself or those around you by using bad lifting techniques this may advocate the animal also. If you feel the dog is too heavy to be lifted up try using two persons within the facility to lift the animal and always ensuring both of you carry out the correct lifting procedures with the animal you are dealing with. If the animal is wild or if it is of a bad temperament then always ensure you take precautions such as placing a muzzle over the dog’s snout to prevent yourself from being bitten by the dog, also be wary of where the dog’s claws are as they are capable of causing damage to both you and those around you. Written by http://www.diyconservatories-and-windows.co.uk/

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