Puppy House Training Setbacks and solutions The house training (Potty Training) process is full of successes and setbacks. It is a proud moment when you think you’ve managed to house train your new puppy or dog as a dog owner. Only to encounter puppy house-training setbacks a few days, weeks or even months late. The…
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NEVER PUNISH YOUR DOG for bad behaviours
We’re all aware that puppies are baby dogs! So, that is just one of the many reasons why you should never punish your dog because he is after all only a baby. Your dog’s intelligence is on par with a 2-year child, but we still expect a dog to behave however we wish them to…
25 Dog Training Myths and Misconceptions
Dogs are lovely creatures and make excellent companions. But there is a raft of lies, falsehoods and dog training myths the dog owner needs to be aware of. As a dog owner, your responsibility is to care and train your dog to the best of your ability. Often this will mean that you may…
TEACH YOUR DOG IMPORTANT COMMANDS
THE FIRST COMMANDS YOU MUST TEACH YOUR DOG? Why teach your dog? All dog training is important for both you and your dog and helps develop a bond between you. Who doesn’t want a well-trained, obedient dog? There is no doubt that dogs over the centuries have always wanted to please their human companion…
PUPPY BITING and NIPPING: what to do about it?
Puppy biting and nipping is normal behaviour within a puppy’s group of littermates. However, this acceptability changes when he starts living with humans, and the behaviour then becomes a problem. When a new puppy arrives in our homes, we’re often inclined to indulge in his chewing and mouthing antics because he appears so young and…
RECALL TRAINING TIPS for your PUPPY
Puppy and Dog Recall training Puppy and dog recall training is an essential part of your relationship with your new pet along with leash training. It is the foundation of teaching your puppy or new dog to listen and to trust you in all situations. Also, it is something that can be used for safety…
A GUIDE TO BASIC PUPPY TRAINING TECHNIQUES
A GUIDE TO BASIC PUPPY TRAINING TECHNIQUES Now that you’ve selected your puppy or dog it’s time to start some basic training. There are several important guidelines that you need to keep in mind when teaching your puppy, the basics about good behaviour. Exercising the right training techniques is what will make or break your…
PREVENTING DESTRUCTIVE CHEWING in PUPPIES and DOGS
Destructive chewing in Puppies and Dogs Many dog owners will testify that a majority of dogs will chew through something they shouldn’t at some point. It is a natural instinct for a puppy to chew as it is his way of exploring his world. Even if the tasty morsel happens to be your most expensive…