The most important training tools for teaching dog owners are:
1) Comon Sense - it's a beautiful "thing"! There is an entire world of training between just bribing a dog and punishing a dog. Dog owners should not be fooled into thinking there is nothing else.
2) Patience in Training - if you find yourself getting frustrated during training sessions, STOP the training and go back to it later on.
3) Consistency in Training. Teach commands (cues) until the dog learns - every day - over and over again. Every dog learns at its own pace and owners must not compare their current pet with the previous or someone else's pet.
4) Persistence in Training - DON'T give up on your dog. He will eventually get what you are trying to teach him. It will also make you a better leader.
5) Dogs do NOT speak our language. Because they use their bodies to communicate with us, dogs react to the position of our bodies, our hand gestures and the tone of our voices..
6) Use an even toned voice. Eliminate a frustrated tone, yelling, or screaming!!!!
7) Expert timing for praise and yes, even mild appropriate corrections! A correction can be as simple as time out in another room for a young out-of-control teen (5-9 months old).
8) Body Language is important. What is your body language really telling your dog? This is the manner in which most dogs can read us better than we can read them!!!
9) Simplicity of Verbal Commands (Cues). No sentences. Make it short and sweet. Because dogs don't speak English, the more you talk, the less the dog will do, and the longer it will take you to be able to praise your dog.
10) Don't tell a dog "NO" when it is doing something inappropriate ("No" is an everyday word). Say "Eh-Eh"--short and simple, then repeat what you want the dog to do.
11) The correct physical training tools for YOUR dog! Every dog will train a bit different and may use many different tools, so be flexible.
12) Keep training sessions short (5-10 minutes) and do them several times a day.
13) Have fun.
There are three things dog owners should give their dogs in the following order:
1. Exercise - physical and mental every day2. Leadership - training will help you to communicate with your dog and make you the pack leader. 3. Affection - most dog owners put this one first and neglect #1 and #2. In order to form a bond with your dog and gain his trust and respect, you must follow the order above. Your dog will love you for it.
WINTER TIPS FOR YOUR PUPPY/DOG
1.Dogs still need to exercise during the winter. Use common sense by taking shorter walks during freezing temperatures.
Dogs still need to exercise during the winter. Use common sense by taking shorter walks during freezing temperatures.2.Remove any snow on your dog’s paws to prevent frostbite. You can spray your dog’s paws using unflavored non-stick cooking spray (such as Pam) or wipe on Musher’s Wax (available at some pet stores and online).
Remove any snow on your dog’s paws to prevent frostbite. You can spray your dog’s paws using unflavored non-stick cooking spray (such as Pam) or wipe on Musher’s Wax (available at some pet stores and online).3.Thoroughly clean your dog’s paws after walking on wintry roads treated with salt. If your dog ingests a small amount, he can suffer serious health complications. Use “pet friendly” salt (Morton Safe-T-Pet Ice Melt) on your property.
Thoroughly clean your dog’s paws after walking on wintry roads treated with salt. If your dog ingests a small amount, he can suffer serious health complications. Use “pet friendly” salt (Morton Safe-T-Pet Ice Melt) on your property.4.Make sure your dog drinks plenty of water before and after walking.
Make sure your dog drinks plenty of water before and after walking.5.Put a dog coat or sweater on shorthaired dogs before going outside.
Put a dog coat or sweater on shorthaired dogs before going outside.6.Get your dog used to wearing bootees prior to walking outside.
Get your dog used to wearing bootees prior to walking outside.7.Don’t leave your dog in the car.
Don’t leave your dog in the car.8.Watch your dog’s weight, especially around the holidays. Too many human food treats can cause pancreatitis.
Watch your dog’s weight, especially around the holidays. Too many human food treats can cause pancreatitis.9.Remember: a dog is for life, not just for Christmas.
Remember: a dog is for life, not just for Christmas.10. Teach your puppy/dog how to live successfully in your environment by participating in training classes.
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The Dogs' Bill of RIghts
We have the right to be full members of your family. We thrive on social interaction, praise, and love.
We have the right to stimulations. We need new games, new toys, new experiences and new smells to be happy.
We have the right to regular exercise. Without it, we could become hyper, sluggish.....or fat.
We have the right to have fun. We enjoy acting like clowns now and then; don't expect us to be predictable all the time.
We have the right to quality health care. Please stay good friends with our vet!
We have the right to a good diet. Like some people, we don't know what's best for us. We depend on you.
We have the right not to be rejected because of your expectations that we be great show dogs, watch dogs, hunters, or babysitters.
We have the right to receive proper training. Otherwise, our good relationship could be marred by confusion and strife - and we could become dangerous to ourselves and others.
We have the right to guidance and correction based on understanding and compassion, rather than abuse.
We have the right to act like dogs and roll on our backs on the grass.
We have the right to live with dignity.....and to die with dignity when the time comes.
PAWS-I-TIVE BEHAVIOR DOG OBEDIENCE TRAINING
Think Pawsitive: Think how you want your dog TO behave. Not how you want your dog NOT to behave.
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