Hand signals are a great way to teach your dog. Many expert dog trainers have come up with dog training signals chart which we have shared below and you can also access here. Hand signals involve using not just the hands (palms) but sometimes the entire body. With right obedience training hand signals, you can get your dog to assume certain Continue Reading
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Dog Clicker Training Tips – How Soon Can You Start It and Other FAQs Answered
Clicker training for dogs originated in the 1940s but did not become famous until 1990s when expert trainers Karen Pryor and Gary Wilkes first started giving seminars on the topic. Today, clicker training is considered as one of the best training tools for dogs. Let us consider FAQs about clicker training and some tips to help you make the most of Continue Reading
How To Teach A Dog To Fetch
The ‘fetch’ is one training exercise that works well with certain breeds such as Labrador retrievers. Just try throwing an object in front of a retriever puppy; now compare what he does with the actions of cocker spaniels or terriers! Somehow, without even training it, your lab retriever puppy will know what to do. He will fetch the object and Continue Reading
How To Keep Dogs Entertained Indoors
Most pet parents pay a great deal of attention to their pet’s physical health but rarely do they give a thought to their mental health. Canine psychological health needs as much attention as their physical health if not more. A dog with good mental health will be calm and in a much better position to deal with stress. Likewise, good emotional Continue Reading
Basics of Crate Training a Puppy
A few days ago, we had discussed the basics of buying a good crate for your puppy. Crate training should ideally be done at an early age. After all; it is difficult, and sometimes impossible, to teach an old dog new tricks. So follow these steps for crate training puppy so you can housetrain him quickly. Crate Training Basics Many people confuse Continue Reading
Bringing Home a Rescue Dog – What To Expect
If you are feeling a bit overwhelmed about your decision to adopt a rescue dog, this guide is for you. We will tell you all that you can expect when adopting a puppy or a dog from a dog shelter. Use this ‘bringing home a rescue dog’ advice guide to help you and your new pet settle in comfortably. Questions to ask when adopting a rescue dog-what to Continue Reading