Preventing Puppies From ChewingI have learned the hard way how to protect my house and its contents from the sharp puppy teeth. While our children can be reasoned with, puppies only understand that they need to chew. This may be difficult for some but it was what saved my household's shoes, clothes and walls.
Use Patience When Training a DogNever yell or strike your animal (lightly also counts as abuse). It is never okay to hit or strike an animal with force. Some redirection is fine and small little taps on the body are OK, but never the head.
Positive Reinforcement for Dog TrainingWhen teaching a dog to "come" by saying "come" or calling their name always praise them or give them a treat and make a big deal when they come to you. This will encourage them to always come when called. Be sure to never call your dog to you, then scold them for anything.
Dog Training TipsI learned from one of my classes on dog training, that I was doing two things wrong.
Keeping Dogs From Chewing on the FurnitureI've had success by 'painting' the spots where the puppy would chew with hot pepper sauce (the really hot kind). Obviously you would use the smooth sauce, nothing chunky or sweet hot!
Helping Puppies to be CalmerIf a pup gets the idea that the minute it makes eye contact with you that you are going to reach down and play and pet it, it will get into the habit of jumping to your face each time it sees you.
What Not to Do With Dominant Dogs and PuppiesI have noticed a lot of questions on here about puppy biting. That is not dominance. That is just continuation of litter behavior.
Be Consistent With the New Puppy's RulesThe time to start training your new puppy is on the day it joins your family. Don't expect perfection. Puppies have accidents. They forget the rules at times and sometimes, their curiosity causes trouble for them in areas where rules haven't been established.
Keeping Dogs Out of BedroomInstead of keeping all your doors closed to keep dogs (or people) out of bedrooms, purchase plastic lattice at your local home improvement center. It comes in different colors.
Training a Pit Bull Not to BiteI would suggest getting information about The Dog Whisperer, Cesar Millan. He has many pits and would certainly know what to do. He has books and DVDs. His show is on NatGeo Wild every day. I hope this will help you.
Use Vinegar Spritz To Train Dog Not To BiteI have a Yorkie who is prone to biting and my trainer says to try vinegar in a spritz bottle. He says it will not hurt their vision, but I am sure it will sting when squirted.
Deter Dogs from Digging with Their Own PooI have mentioned this before and it does work. This is will not keep a dog from digging, but it will keep them from digging in the same spot or spots. It sounds a little unorthodox, but it is a quick and simple solution.
Research Before Getting a New PuppyDo some research before getting a puppy. Would you be surprised to find your 12-24 month old child still needs diapers?
Reward Your Obedient DogWhen out walking with your dog off the lead, keep a small plastic pot containing cat biscuits. As you call your dog to return, shake the pot, when your dog returns to you, reward him/her by feeding a couple of biscuits.
Understanding Dog PsychologyEvery dog is capable of behaving if we use these skills in this order: exercise - discipline - affection. To have the dog be less of a 'hassle' for you, you need to put the time in when you first get the dog to teach him good from bad and teach him manners.
Keep Dog from Pulling on LeashTeach loose leash walking by using treats. Have your dog on your left side, leash slightly loose, and have a pocket full of treats on the other side. Speak your dog's name or make lip pursed sounds or whatever it takes to get his attention.
How To Keep Your Pets From DiggingI have 3 dogs and when I planted a shrub or a tree, the dogs would go to the new plantings and start digging it up. I started to leave the dogs indoors while I planted, so they could not see what I was doing.
Training Leash for PuppyI have found a strip of fleece about two inches wide makes a good hand on paw learning device for the puppies who come through here. I made a little training leash out of the fleece and attached about a foot of it to a puppy collar.
Caring for a Deaf and Blind PuppyI have been working with a 9 week old puppy that is deaf and blind. It is very bright and able to learn fast. I have only had it for a few days and it knows the routine of the household rules already; where to sleep, where the food is, etc.
Keeping Puppy from Chewing Certain ItemsNew puppies (even some older dogs) like to chew. If you are having this problem, use "Vicks Vapor Rub". Rubbing a small amount on the surface or object you want your pet to avoid will keep them away; therefore breaking the habit.
How To Stop Your Dog From Jumping UpJumping up on family or on strangers, is a very common complaint among dog owners. So why do dogs jump up? Part of it has to do with inherited pack behaviors. When wolves return to the pack after hunting, the lower pack members lick their faces in greeting.
Walk Your Dog Every DayTake your pets on a walk every day, even if it is just around the block. Not only will you benefit from the exercise, your pet will too.
Obedience Training for PuppiesEhhhh... a funny word, but to a puppy it becomes a clue that it better stop and look at you. Teach the pup about this word. Use in the following instances:
