Monthly Archives: June 2012
HOUSETRAINING YOUR DOG
House training is not “automatic.” It is a process that the owner must follow step-by-step. Done right, it can be accomplished in a very short period of time. Done wrong, your puppy can grow into an adult dog with chronic … Continue reading
Only 6 Commands
No clicker, no jerking, no flipping on the back, to rough stuff, no snipping fingers or inappropriate corrections. ONLY 6 COMMANDS. That’s all your dog needs! COME: a solid recall “coming when called the first time”. We practice this when … Continue reading
TOP TEN MISTAKES DOG OWNERS MAKE:
10) Shouting at the dog Dogs should learn to obey commands given in a normal volume, without shouting. Unfortunately, people often learn that by yelling at a dog, they can momentarily interrupt bad behavior. But this is a temporary fix, … Continue reading
Dogs and Babies
The arrival of your new baby is an exciting, joyful moment! Life changes in lots of ways for everyone in the family. You’ve got a million things to think about, but there’s one thing you might not have considered – … Continue reading
Aggressive Behavior
If your dog growls, snaps, bites or displays the type of aggressive behavior, it is a serious problem and it will not go away on its own. Resource guarding is a very common form of aggression in dogs. Because we … Continue reading