Guard dogs, as the name implies are canines that guard and protect a person, objects or properties. Their being a guard dog can be by instinct or through training; they can be protective to companions but they are not intended to be companions. These dogs are also trained not to obey commands from strangers but only to his master.
Guard dog training is not as easy as teaching or training your dog simple obedience commands. It is a very complicated matter and you may want to enroll your dog in a dog training school where the professionals handle the training.
Before your dog can be accepted in the program they will be properly evaluated whether they have the potential to be guard dogs or not based on the temperament of the dog. It will dictate whether the dog is suitable to be a guard dog or not.
Once accepted, the dog training school may require that your dog reside at the training facility for the duration of the guard dog training program. Taking the dog home everyday after the training can hinder the intensive training process.
The dogs will be trained first in basic obedience. Though you have considered your dog to be obedient when he executes a given command on the second or third time, still it is not considered successful because guard dogs should obey immediately each and every command that you give. So, even if your dog has undergone basic obedience training or you already trained your dog for basic obedience it will still be reviewed by the trainer to ensure that the dog can respond appropriately to all the commands given to him.
The duties of a guard dog will be taught to the dogs under training. They are trained not to accept treats from anyone or obey commands from anyone except for their owner or handler. This training will be ineffective if the dog obeys even a simple command given by a stranger such as sit and stay or if the dog accepts treats from a stranger.
The dog will be trained under the guard dog training depending on your specific needs. If you want to be alerted for a trespassing in your property your dog will be trained to bark and then return to you to alert you for the presence of strangers in your property. Until the owner acknowledges and understands the dog the process may be repeated several times. The dog will not stop unless he thinks he has completed his job successfully.
Guard dogs that are trained to protect the owner are trained to attack the intruder when a legitimate threat is present or on the owner's command. Guard dogs that have undergone this training, for this reason, should not be left unattended with visitors as they may attack when they sense a threatening motion or action coming from the visitors.
Dogs are also desensitized to loud noises to ensure that the dog will not be dissuaded by gestures or noises used by the intruder to prevent the dog from attacking him.
Finally, trainers also teach guard dogs respect to interact harmoniously with the other members of the family as well as other family pets.
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Hunting Dog Training and Snakes By Jim Kesel
If you own a dog, especially a hunting dog and live in a part of the country that has poisonous snakes then you should train your dog to avoid all snakes. Unlike people dogs cannot wear snake boots to protect themselves from the fangs of a pit viper that lives nearby. Dogs by their nature a curious about everything including snakes. It only takes a second for a dog to be struck in the muzzle or the eye and you have a serious problem.
Hunting dog training that includes snake avoidance will reduce the chances that your dog will be bit by a poisonous snake. Snake avoidance training is a specialty that requires the trainer to be very comfortable in handling snakes. Several hunting dog training specialists located in the South and West train their prize hunting dogs during the regular obedience training. They would never risk their dog and all the time and effort they have invested by ignoring this serious problem.
We have bird dogs and during their early hunting dog training we introduce them to snakes. In many case catching a local non poisonous snake is the first step in snake avoidance. Placing a freshly caught snake in front of puppy will cause the snake to strike the dog repeatedly. It is important not to say anything to the dog during this avoidance training. Frequently this will cause the pup to avoid snakes for the rest of their lives. However this procedure frequently needs to be followed up with additional training methods.
A more intensive method of teaching snake avoidance is through the use of an electronic training collar in addition to a fresh caught non poisonous snake. You want to select fresh caught snakes to assure that they snake will strike the dog repeatedly. Snakes that are handled frequently seldom will provide the proper striking response that you need. Again the snake is placed so you dog will encounter it however when the snake strikes you will use the electronic collar to provide a shock to the dog. Applying the correction at the same time as the snake strikes the dog is important. Again do not say anything during this process as you want the dog to associate the pain of the correction with the snake and not you and the training collar.
It should be noted that non poisonous snakes do not smell the same as pit vipers. Should you have the opportunity to kill or capture a rattlesnake, copperhead or cottonmouth without endangering yourself you should do so. In snake country you will find dead pit vipers on local roads which will provide the material you need for advanced snake avoidance training. It is recommended that you remove the head of the poisonous snake before you bag the body in a zip lock bag in your freezer. The dead snake parts are thawed out and are placed in a bag with the non poisonous snake for 30 minutes to provide the odor of a pit viper to it. Then the hunting dog training process outlined above is employed to achieve the desired effects. The dog's sense of smell will help it avoid pit vipers in the wild.
Some trainers use live rattlesnake to teach snake avoidance. This is not recommended unless you are very comfortable working with poisonous snakes. This process requires the removal of the rattlesnake's fangs with a pair of needle nose pliers. Again the hunting dog training process outlined above is used. The major benefit to this method is to provide an association of both smell and the sound of the snake rattling with the snake. Again this should not be attempted unless you are experienced in handling snakes.
It must be understood that hunting dog training that includes snake avoidance is no guarantee that your dog will not be struck by a poisonous snake. In many cases as the dog works the cover it will surprise a snake and be struck. However frequently these initial strikes do not carry a large dose of venom and are used by the snake to warn the intruder off. An untrained dog will frequently turn on the snake and be struck again with a full load of venom which may kill or blind a dog. In most cases a trained dog will immediately leave the snake alone and continue hunting.
In every case whenever your dog encounters a snake it should be examined closely. Hunting dogs should be put up and observed for any swelling or signs of a bite. Many Vets will provide you with the first aid medicines that you need to treat your dog in the field. If you have any doubts about a snake bite you should contact your Vet immediately. If you love your dog then you will invest in the time and effort to properly train it in snake avoidance. Hunting Dog training that includes snake avoidance only make sense and will save you heartache, time and money.
Hunting dog training that includes snake avoidance will reduce the chances that your dog will be bit by a poisonous snake. Snake avoidance training is a specialty that requires the trainer to be very comfortable in handling snakes. Several hunting dog training specialists located in the South and West train their prize hunting dogs during the regular obedience training. They would never risk their dog and all the time and effort they have invested by ignoring this serious problem.
We have bird dogs and during their early hunting dog training we introduce them to snakes. In many case catching a local non poisonous snake is the first step in snake avoidance. Placing a freshly caught snake in front of puppy will cause the snake to strike the dog repeatedly. It is important not to say anything to the dog during this avoidance training. Frequently this will cause the pup to avoid snakes for the rest of their lives. However this procedure frequently needs to be followed up with additional training methods.
A more intensive method of teaching snake avoidance is through the use of an electronic training collar in addition to a fresh caught non poisonous snake. You want to select fresh caught snakes to assure that they snake will strike the dog repeatedly. Snakes that are handled frequently seldom will provide the proper striking response that you need. Again the snake is placed so you dog will encounter it however when the snake strikes you will use the electronic collar to provide a shock to the dog. Applying the correction at the same time as the snake strikes the dog is important. Again do not say anything during this process as you want the dog to associate the pain of the correction with the snake and not you and the training collar.
It should be noted that non poisonous snakes do not smell the same as pit vipers. Should you have the opportunity to kill or capture a rattlesnake, copperhead or cottonmouth without endangering yourself you should do so. In snake country you will find dead pit vipers on local roads which will provide the material you need for advanced snake avoidance training. It is recommended that you remove the head of the poisonous snake before you bag the body in a zip lock bag in your freezer. The dead snake parts are thawed out and are placed in a bag with the non poisonous snake for 30 minutes to provide the odor of a pit viper to it. Then the hunting dog training process outlined above is employed to achieve the desired effects. The dog's sense of smell will help it avoid pit vipers in the wild.
Some trainers use live rattlesnake to teach snake avoidance. This is not recommended unless you are very comfortable working with poisonous snakes. This process requires the removal of the rattlesnake's fangs with a pair of needle nose pliers. Again the hunting dog training process outlined above is used. The major benefit to this method is to provide an association of both smell and the sound of the snake rattling with the snake. Again this should not be attempted unless you are experienced in handling snakes.
It must be understood that hunting dog training that includes snake avoidance is no guarantee that your dog will not be struck by a poisonous snake. In many cases as the dog works the cover it will surprise a snake and be struck. However frequently these initial strikes do not carry a large dose of venom and are used by the snake to warn the intruder off. An untrained dog will frequently turn on the snake and be struck again with a full load of venom which may kill or blind a dog. In most cases a trained dog will immediately leave the snake alone and continue hunting.
In every case whenever your dog encounters a snake it should be examined closely. Hunting dogs should be put up and observed for any swelling or signs of a bite. Many Vets will provide you with the first aid medicines that you need to treat your dog in the field. If you have any doubts about a snake bite you should contact your Vet immediately. If you love your dog then you will invest in the time and effort to properly train it in snake avoidance. Hunting Dog training that includes snake avoidance only make sense and will save you heartache, time and money.
Monday, July 20, 2009
A Short Course in Advanced Obedience Dog Training By Melissa Simmonds
Advance obedience is to a dog what putting down the toilet seat is to a man - it takes patient training but it can be done. Dog obedience training is one of the most rewarding experiences between a dog and his pet owner. You are not just doing yourself a favor; you are giving your animal a happier and fuller life. Obedient dogs are well-adjusted, self-assured and mentally quicker. You can be confident in his behavior even if you leave him alone with other people.
The most important thing to remember in attempting to train your dog is to establish your role as the superior in your relationship. When he understands that you are his master, it is easier to teach him the commands he is expected to obey. Confusing the animal in this regard can be dangerous; he will be aggressive and strive to dominate you. Don't overcompensate and be excessively harsh to show you're the boss; be firm, stand your ground and correct this unfavorable trait as soon as you see it rearing its ugly head.
Make your authority known by using a strong and sure voice. When you say "Sit!" gently guide him in the desired position firmly. Each command will take several tries, especially in the beginning. Progression from basic to more advance obedience training is relatively simpler once your dog recognizes the patterns you've set in your teaching sessions.
Operant Conditioning is rewarding your dog with treats or praise for correctly accomplishing the command. It is the single most effective way to train your dog; it's what he understands. Praise your dog every time he does something right. Sometimes, this is easy to overlook but make the extra effort not to. Dogs get confused easily and recognizing good behavior every time will ensure that he remembers what is right.
Inversely, reprimand the animal whenever he makes a mistake. Do it during the mistake and not after so the dog will understand the error of his ways. Scolding him will also highlight the difference between what is good from what is bad. For instance, if he starts finding the unidentified dirt on the street interesting enough to eat, reprimand him then and there. Then put dog food before him to eat. When he starts eating his own food, be lavish in your praise.
To be able to progress in dog obedience training, keep sessions short and as often as possible. Be repetitive in your commands. Don't restrict teaching your dog during "school time" or certain hours of the day. Otherwise he won't feel like studying during summer vacation, so to speak.
Movie dogs awe you with the complexity of the stunts asked of them. But they all started with sit. Begin with the basics and climb your way up. With patience and consistency your dog will advance to more difficult commands like growl, leave it, fetch and attack. Use the same principles in how you trained him earlier and you will find success in the higher levels.
Now that you've got a working knowledge of a professional trainer's guide to advanced obedience training for dogs, it's time to roll up your sleeves, get Fido and start training!
The most important thing to remember in attempting to train your dog is to establish your role as the superior in your relationship. When he understands that you are his master, it is easier to teach him the commands he is expected to obey. Confusing the animal in this regard can be dangerous; he will be aggressive and strive to dominate you. Don't overcompensate and be excessively harsh to show you're the boss; be firm, stand your ground and correct this unfavorable trait as soon as you see it rearing its ugly head.
Make your authority known by using a strong and sure voice. When you say "Sit!" gently guide him in the desired position firmly. Each command will take several tries, especially in the beginning. Progression from basic to more advance obedience training is relatively simpler once your dog recognizes the patterns you've set in your teaching sessions.
Operant Conditioning is rewarding your dog with treats or praise for correctly accomplishing the command. It is the single most effective way to train your dog; it's what he understands. Praise your dog every time he does something right. Sometimes, this is easy to overlook but make the extra effort not to. Dogs get confused easily and recognizing good behavior every time will ensure that he remembers what is right.
Inversely, reprimand the animal whenever he makes a mistake. Do it during the mistake and not after so the dog will understand the error of his ways. Scolding him will also highlight the difference between what is good from what is bad. For instance, if he starts finding the unidentified dirt on the street interesting enough to eat, reprimand him then and there. Then put dog food before him to eat. When he starts eating his own food, be lavish in your praise.
To be able to progress in dog obedience training, keep sessions short and as often as possible. Be repetitive in your commands. Don't restrict teaching your dog during "school time" or certain hours of the day. Otherwise he won't feel like studying during summer vacation, so to speak.
Movie dogs awe you with the complexity of the stunts asked of them. But they all started with sit. Begin with the basics and climb your way up. With patience and consistency your dog will advance to more difficult commands like growl, leave it, fetch and attack. Use the same principles in how you trained him earlier and you will find success in the higher levels.
Now that you've got a working knowledge of a professional trainer's guide to advanced obedience training for dogs, it's time to roll up your sleeves, get Fido and start training!
Friday, July 17, 2009
Dog Obedience Training in Your Home By Tom Stone Jr.
Everyone loves to have a dog at home. But has your dog been through obedience training? Do you cringe when your dog jumps all over your house guests or when you neighbor knocks on your door to complain about something your dog just did? Don't worry, dog training can be fast, easy and efficient.
No longer do you have to endure weeks and weeks of classes to train your dog. Who wants to sit with a big group of dogs, spending your time keeping the peace between your dog and your classmates' pets? Forget about embarrassing and expensive sessions with a private trainer, where afterwards you feel like you have gotten nowhere with your dog. Now it is simple and easy to train your dog in your home.
How To Train A Dog, Simply
To train a dog does not have to be difficult. There are a couple of basic things that can help you train your dog at home.
* Start with the basics when a dog is a puppy. Good behavior is something dogs can learn at a young age, making obedience training when they get older much easier.
* Rewards and praise are the best way to have a more obedient dog. Offer treats when your dog does something he or she is supposed to do.
* Don't always reach for food as a reward. This can lead to an unhealthy diet in your dog. You can also reward a good dog with attention, praise, and toys.
* Repeat what you want the dog to do until he or she does it. This is a basic dog training technique that again reinforces behavior.
* Do something every day to obedience train the dog. It does not have to take a long amount of time, in fact shorter sessions are better.
* Don't expect too much, too fast. It takes work and consistency to train a dog properly.
* You are the best person to train your dog. Obedience training is about building a relationship between a dog and its' owner.
* Obedience training does not have to be all work, it can also be fun for you and your pet! It is an opportunity to build a relationship with your dog that will last throughout the dog's life. And you will reap the benefits of having a well behaved pet.
Why Obedience Training Is Important
Obedience training is an important part of being a responsible dog owner. Without training, your dog will find it hard to enjoy other animals, enjoy your family or enjoy other people. Other people will be constantly complaining to you about your dog's behavior, leaving you embarrassed and spending even less time with your dog.
And even worse, you will be constantly yelling at your dog, making the dog further confused about how to behave. Your dog needs guidance and you, as an owner, can train a dog, easily. Take charge of your situation with your dog. Your dog must respect you as the dominant personality. Asserting yourself will lead to a healthy relationship between you and your pet.
There are good resources online to help you train your dog. Websites can offer tips and tricks to help with obedience training that is easy, effective and helpful to both you and your dog. You can find whole dog training courses dedicated to helping you and your dog build a better relationship between one another.
The key to obedience training is consistency. By giving your dog a consistent environment, where she or he understands the rules of behavior, you can have an obedient dog in no time at all.
Learn How to Train A Dog in Your Home.
No longer do you have to endure weeks and weeks of classes to train your dog. Who wants to sit with a big group of dogs, spending your time keeping the peace between your dog and your classmates' pets? Forget about embarrassing and expensive sessions with a private trainer, where afterwards you feel like you have gotten nowhere with your dog. Now it is simple and easy to train your dog in your home.
How To Train A Dog, Simply
To train a dog does not have to be difficult. There are a couple of basic things that can help you train your dog at home.
* Start with the basics when a dog is a puppy. Good behavior is something dogs can learn at a young age, making obedience training when they get older much easier.
* Rewards and praise are the best way to have a more obedient dog. Offer treats when your dog does something he or she is supposed to do.
* Don't always reach for food as a reward. This can lead to an unhealthy diet in your dog. You can also reward a good dog with attention, praise, and toys.
* Repeat what you want the dog to do until he or she does it. This is a basic dog training technique that again reinforces behavior.
* Do something every day to obedience train the dog. It does not have to take a long amount of time, in fact shorter sessions are better.
* Don't expect too much, too fast. It takes work and consistency to train a dog properly.
* You are the best person to train your dog. Obedience training is about building a relationship between a dog and its' owner.
* Obedience training does not have to be all work, it can also be fun for you and your pet! It is an opportunity to build a relationship with your dog that will last throughout the dog's life. And you will reap the benefits of having a well behaved pet.
Why Obedience Training Is Important
Obedience training is an important part of being a responsible dog owner. Without training, your dog will find it hard to enjoy other animals, enjoy your family or enjoy other people. Other people will be constantly complaining to you about your dog's behavior, leaving you embarrassed and spending even less time with your dog.
And even worse, you will be constantly yelling at your dog, making the dog further confused about how to behave. Your dog needs guidance and you, as an owner, can train a dog, easily. Take charge of your situation with your dog. Your dog must respect you as the dominant personality. Asserting yourself will lead to a healthy relationship between you and your pet.
There are good resources online to help you train your dog. Websites can offer tips and tricks to help with obedience training that is easy, effective and helpful to both you and your dog. You can find whole dog training courses dedicated to helping you and your dog build a better relationship between one another.
The key to obedience training is consistency. By giving your dog a consistent environment, where she or he understands the rules of behavior, you can have an obedient dog in no time at all.
Learn How to Train A Dog in Your Home.
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Dog Training Techniques That Works By Kingsley A Aje
When you have a dog as a pet, you have found yourself a new friend, and one that will easily become a faithful and loyal companion to you and your family. However, you will have to learn to use dog-training techniques to help your dog to understand his or her place in your home.
Observing the Language
So, you have a dog and he or she does not want to cooperate with you and/or is not willing to get along with other animals and/or people. What do you do? Learning effective dog training techniques will help you to understand the needs of your canine friend.
Dogs speak in many ways besides barking. The looks they give to you, their tails, ears and the overall actions from the language of their body is a way of speaking for them.
By observing your dog and his or her actions, behavior and ways of displaying his or her feelings, you will have a deeper understanding of what he or she needs. Understanding the reason your dog does what he or she does will help you to use dog-training techniques for a happier dog and a happier you.
Being the Leader
Dog-training techniques require that you convey to your dog that you are the leader and the boss. Your dog is not. Dogs have a way of trying to control and take over in the leadership position, when it is not their role to fill in your home. Therefore, it is an important factor for you to stand your ground in all areas with your canine and let him or her know it is your way, not his or hers.
Patience and Perseverance
Be patient with your dog, as you and him are learning the importance of authority with submission. This is going to take some time and patience on your part, so don't give up. Some will learn fast, while others take a bit more time to learn. Nevertheless, be mindful of the language your dog is speaking to you.
Taking Actions with Your Dog
Teaching your dog to follow your instructions through acts of discipline through verbal or non-verbal language will help your dog to understand his place, which is under your leadership.
When your dog barks, intervene by shushing him or her and tell him or her no. Your dog must learn to stay next to you when walking on a leash with you as the head, not him or her. Give your dog a quick tug, not too hard but enough to remind him or her who is the head, you.
Learning how to understand your dog and his or her many ways of speaking will help when applying dog-training techniques. You will also discover you have developed a strong relationship based on trust with respect. Be persistent and diligent with patience, and your new friend will be ready and willing to do what you want him or her to do.
Observing the Language
So, you have a dog and he or she does not want to cooperate with you and/or is not willing to get along with other animals and/or people. What do you do? Learning effective dog training techniques will help you to understand the needs of your canine friend.
Dogs speak in many ways besides barking. The looks they give to you, their tails, ears and the overall actions from the language of their body is a way of speaking for them.
By observing your dog and his or her actions, behavior and ways of displaying his or her feelings, you will have a deeper understanding of what he or she needs. Understanding the reason your dog does what he or she does will help you to use dog-training techniques for a happier dog and a happier you.
Being the Leader
Dog-training techniques require that you convey to your dog that you are the leader and the boss. Your dog is not. Dogs have a way of trying to control and take over in the leadership position, when it is not their role to fill in your home. Therefore, it is an important factor for you to stand your ground in all areas with your canine and let him or her know it is your way, not his or hers.
Patience and Perseverance
Be patient with your dog, as you and him are learning the importance of authority with submission. This is going to take some time and patience on your part, so don't give up. Some will learn fast, while others take a bit more time to learn. Nevertheless, be mindful of the language your dog is speaking to you.
Taking Actions with Your Dog
Teaching your dog to follow your instructions through acts of discipline through verbal or non-verbal language will help your dog to understand his place, which is under your leadership.
When your dog barks, intervene by shushing him or her and tell him or her no. Your dog must learn to stay next to you when walking on a leash with you as the head, not him or her. Give your dog a quick tug, not too hard but enough to remind him or her who is the head, you.
Learning how to understand your dog and his or her many ways of speaking will help when applying dog-training techniques. You will also discover you have developed a strong relationship based on trust with respect. Be persistent and diligent with patience, and your new friend will be ready and willing to do what you want him or her to do.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Hunting Dog Training Equipment By Geoffrey English
Many people believe that dogs have an innate desire to hunt. While all dogs are hunters to a point, not all dogs are good hunters. Training a dog to be a good hunter requires patience, experience and the right hunting dog training equipment.
You are going to want to train your puppy to hunt when he is about 4 to 6 months old. Fortunately, training equipment that is used today makes training a dog much easier than it was years ago. Some of the hunting dog training equipment you can use when training your dog includes:
Bird Launcher
This device is a valuable piece of training equipment for most gun dogs, especially retrievers. It will launch ducks, birds, or any fowl into the air, including live birds. This is one way that you can teach the dog to retrieve the bird after you have shot it down. The bird launchers are easy to set up in the field and a valuable asset when it comes to training gun dogs.
Training Collar
Electronic dog training collars are one of the quickest ways to train a hunting dog. These collars work with a remote control that allows you to use electronic pulses to teach the dog how to follow his own instincts. Some training collar systems can allow you to train up to three dogs at once. These collars do not hurt the dogs and work in a similar way that an electric fence will work to keep a dog from roaming out of the yard.
Tracking Collar
Keep track of your dog so that he does not get lost by using a dog tracking collar. This handy device will keep your hunting dog from getting into harm's way while you are training him for the hunt.
Dog Whistles
Dogs react strongly to sound. You can use different pitched dog whistles to communicate with your dog, issue commands and help him become a good hunting dog. Dog whistles are one of the most effective ways to communicate with your dog while you are out hunting and come in handy when you are training hunting dogs.
Check Cords
Check cords will keep your dog in place when you are hunting while still giving him freedom to move around. When you are taking a new puppy out training for the first time, you will not want to allow him to run free as he might get lost. Check cords can be used to keep him at the post while still allowing him some room to roam.
Training a hunting dog takes patience, but is well worth the process. New products have made training hunting dogs even easier than ever before. In addition to using these products to train the dog with helping you hunt, you can also use these products to help train him so that he is a good pet around the house.
Dogs that are well trained not only make fine hunting dogs, but good family pets as well. Take advantage of the equipment that is available today to train your hunting dog so that he can truly be your best friend.
You are going to want to train your puppy to hunt when he is about 4 to 6 months old. Fortunately, training equipment that is used today makes training a dog much easier than it was years ago. Some of the hunting dog training equipment you can use when training your dog includes:
Bird Launcher
This device is a valuable piece of training equipment for most gun dogs, especially retrievers. It will launch ducks, birds, or any fowl into the air, including live birds. This is one way that you can teach the dog to retrieve the bird after you have shot it down. The bird launchers are easy to set up in the field and a valuable asset when it comes to training gun dogs.
Training Collar
Electronic dog training collars are one of the quickest ways to train a hunting dog. These collars work with a remote control that allows you to use electronic pulses to teach the dog how to follow his own instincts. Some training collar systems can allow you to train up to three dogs at once. These collars do not hurt the dogs and work in a similar way that an electric fence will work to keep a dog from roaming out of the yard.
Tracking Collar
Keep track of your dog so that he does not get lost by using a dog tracking collar. This handy device will keep your hunting dog from getting into harm's way while you are training him for the hunt.
Dog Whistles
Dogs react strongly to sound. You can use different pitched dog whistles to communicate with your dog, issue commands and help him become a good hunting dog. Dog whistles are one of the most effective ways to communicate with your dog while you are out hunting and come in handy when you are training hunting dogs.
Check Cords
Check cords will keep your dog in place when you are hunting while still giving him freedom to move around. When you are taking a new puppy out training for the first time, you will not want to allow him to run free as he might get lost. Check cords can be used to keep him at the post while still allowing him some room to roam.
Training a hunting dog takes patience, but is well worth the process. New products have made training hunting dogs even easier than ever before. In addition to using these products to train the dog with helping you hunt, you can also use these products to help train him so that he is a good pet around the house.
Dogs that are well trained not only make fine hunting dogs, but good family pets as well. Take advantage of the equipment that is available today to train your hunting dog so that he can truly be your best friend.
Monday, July 6, 2009
Pit Bull Terrier Obedience Training: Clicker Training By: Tim Amherst
The most important thing the minute you get your newly adopted dog home is to begin training. As pack animals, their place in your home needs to be established right away. Dogs thrive on routine and structure. This also helps you quickly bond with your new pet. Without obedience training, they will cause you more trouble than you need. With patience, they will quickly become a valued member of your "pack." Again, begin your obedience your training immediately.
The first command to teach during your initial obedience training is "sit." This is actually the easiest to teach. Of course, since dogs don't understand English, you must show them how. When giving the command, simply put pressure on their behind after you give the command a couple times. Once they put their butt down, give them a treat and much praise. Most dogs will get the idea after a few tries.
There are many things to teach your dog, but stick with one command at a time. This will help them focus on the command and learn it much quicker. Generally, spending 15 minutes a day on your obedience training is more than enough time. You may very well lose your dog's attention after that time.
Enrolling in classes at your local shelter/adoption center or pet stores is a great way to get professional obedience training. But, you could easily spend a lot of money taking that route.
Finding a great book on obedience training is a more affordable way to train your dog. This is a good way to conduct your training in the comfort of your own home. Often, your dog will be much more comfortable, and receptive, at home.
Any way that you choose to give obedience training, be sure that you give lots of praise and love even when not actively training. This will make your relationship much more solid and ensure that you have a happy member of your new family.
To quickly start your obedience training using easy step-by-step methods visit Secrets To Dog Training right away.
The first command to teach during your initial obedience training is "sit." This is actually the easiest to teach. Of course, since dogs don't understand English, you must show them how. When giving the command, simply put pressure on their behind after you give the command a couple times. Once they put their butt down, give them a treat and much praise. Most dogs will get the idea after a few tries.
There are many things to teach your dog, but stick with one command at a time. This will help them focus on the command and learn it much quicker. Generally, spending 15 minutes a day on your obedience training is more than enough time. You may very well lose your dog's attention after that time.
Enrolling in classes at your local shelter/adoption center or pet stores is a great way to get professional obedience training. But, you could easily spend a lot of money taking that route.
Finding a great book on obedience training is a more affordable way to train your dog. This is a good way to conduct your training in the comfort of your own home. Often, your dog will be much more comfortable, and receptive, at home.
Any way that you choose to give obedience training, be sure that you give lots of praise and love even when not actively training. This will make your relationship much more solid and ensure that you have a happy member of your new family.
To quickly start your obedience training using easy step-by-step methods visit Secrets To Dog Training right away.
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