Dog Health Questions: Suggestions for a shy dog?

My husband and I recently adopted an 8 month old mix breed. He has a very very shy disposition towards people or unfamiliar objects (i.e...the car, won't come in the house, scared of the back porch...). I'm very familiar with dog training but have never dealt with a dog who was afraid to this extent. Can anyone recommend a book, website, or method of training to help me deal with this?

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First of all I want to commend you for adopting a shelter dog. When taking in a dog like this, unfortunately you don't know what has happened to him in the past to cause this behavior. For example: he might have only gone in the car to go to the Vets office or to be dropped off at the shelter. Maybe his wasn't allowed in the house or was abused in the house. You just never know, so you have to take each of these problems and try and turn them into a positive experience for the dog. Let me give you another example: put him on a leash and collar and as gently as you can get him in the house. Make it a pleasant experience by rewarding him when you do (give him his favorite treat and praise him). Do this repeatedly, every time making it pleasant. Patience and consistency are a must. This will not be corrected overnight. If you feel you still need more professional help, go to Busters Canine Supply Outlet's Links Page. They have a few really go websites to Dog Trainer that will answer questions you have. Good Luck!!

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• Visit your library and pick out a dog training book! Or speak very softly to your dog, award him with treats when he does something good, and make a trusting bond between the two of you.
  
  I luv dogs


• you have to encourage him, make it exciting to go new places, bring a favorite toy when getting him into the car so it's fun. when out and about and socializing him (i know you know that this is important) praise him a lot when he goes up to another dog and talk in a very happy voice, but don't cling to him.


• You've got a dog with a weak temperament....Its genetic...you can work with it, train, but your dog will always be this way.


• Unfortunately weak temperament if an inherited trait.
  
  Socializing and training can overcome SOME of it, but not all of it.
  
  This is going to take a lot of time and effort on your part.
  
  Training WILL build your dogs confidence.
  
  Do not coddle a dog like this. Use traditional dog training methods, not bribery.
  
  http://www.koehlerdogtraining.comADD: I am SURE Bells is my long lost relative


• Training classes sound like it would benefit her, i did agility with a nervous dog once and he really came out of himself - builds confidence. I would carry treats with me - like cubed chicken or cheese and each time she hears a nose give her a tasty treat and maybe lure her out with that treat to the porch.


• A basic part of a pup's socialization is based on their mother's attitude--relaxed or skittish--toward people. The way you interact with your new puppy can play a big role, too. Playing, petting, and talking with your pup can help him develop the "people skills" needed to be a good member of the family and the neighborhood.
  
  Check these links for more info.
  http://dogtime.com/puppy-behavior-basics…
  http://dogtime.com/puppies.html
  http://dogtime.com/bringing-home-puppy-a…


• In a perfect world, we could protect our dogs from negative, anxious and frightening situations. In the real world, we must help our dogs learn how to cope and respond, in a healthy and acceptable manner, to the spectrum of people, animals, places and things they might encounter along the road of life.
  
  By exposing our dogs to different kinds of people, animals and environments, which involves everything from dog obedience classes to vet visits to walks to the park, we can help them develop confidence and ease. This goes a long way in helping them become resilient in the face of unsettling situations.
  
  Further information, http://miniurl.com/28484

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training?

i have a toy poodle, not a toy just shes small, and shes 3 1/2. she keeps peeing in the house. i have tried everything any tips?

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Crate??

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• Dog training is a great idea! Enroll in a local obedience class, and they can help you with many issues, including potty training.


• You could enroll her in a dog class. Try petsmart (if you decide to enroll)
  But when she goes in the house scold her say "no" and take her outside.
  Once she goes outside praise her or give her a treat.
  I think once you do this for a while she will begin to realize that going to the bathroom outside is rewarding.
  Hope this helps!


• yes,it is difficult to start ,i have the same experience with you ,but at last i find a gorgeous book that help me to train my labs ,and i no longer need to send them to the clubs,.
  
  You'll get everything you need to know about puppy and dog training in some quick, no-nonsense, get-to-the-point-fast lessons.
  
  that is http://dogstraining.info , i recommend it for you,
  hope you like!

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Dog Health Questions: Is this a good argument to give to my mother to get another dog?

Why A 13 year old should be able to get a new dog.

This is a report to my mother about how I should Be able to get another dog.
The reasons for this report is because I was told by my english teacher, in all the years that I have gone to school, that if I want to get a point across, I should do my research, and make a report/ presentation. So, I will.Reason number one::

Sebastian is lonely. You want to know why Sebastian is constantly chewing up your underwear and socks, he is bored, lonely. So he is trying to amuse himself. If there was another dog, there would be another toy, another friend for him to distract himself with. Because, as you know were are gone for an average of… oh about 40 out of 90 daylight hours on a given 5 day week. So that's 40 hours of pure lonely ness and boredom. Now, imagine you can't go to the bathroom, or eat, and are totally bored, with only 1 small book, in a big empty house for 40 hours, what would you do, be bored? Wish you had a friend? Exactly.

Reason number two:

Yes, We do have a dog, whom we love dearly. And as you know, he is 7 years old. That is old, for him. And when we got him I was about 7 or 8. So, obviously, I was a bit novice when it came to dog training, all I thought I had to do was give it a treat and it would know what he or she was supposed to do. But, now, as a responsible 13 year old girl (might I point out that girl mature faster than boys) I now know that I must feed it, walk it, train it and love it. I know you are probably thinking ‘shouldn't you be happy with Sebastian' and I am. But, also, I never really got the chance to ‘own the dog' for I was little and thought, as previously stated, that giving him a treat and he would know everything.
And I want the chance to actually be able to say I taught him everything he knows.

Reason number three:
Facts state that in shelters approximately 3-4 million dogs and cats each year get put to sleep. So, if we adopt, we will be helping a dog, and saving his or her life. We don't even have to adopt, we could foster. Foster (although you already know) means to: Care/ Take care of a dog, cat, human, etc. until he or she is ready for adoption. So, if we do that for about a month or two, we would save lives, and no permanent dog, but it also proves I'm responsible enough for a dog of my own!

Reason number four:
I know I have been known to not be the most responsible owner in the past. But, as you have seen, I have matured a lot. I have also become slightly neurotic about having a clean room, thus proving I am becoming more and more responsible. I am making myself a chore list of things to do to Sebastian and around the house. These things include:::

Cleaning up dog doo
Brushing
Walks
Sweeping and
Dishes.
I also will inform Alex to tell me everyday to do my chores. I will put the list on my bed (which drives me crazy!) to remind me everyday, when I get home from school. Now, I will not guarantee
that everyday when you walk in the door the house will shine. But, Bass will be brushed, The dishes will be gone, and the floors will be mildly clean!

Reason five:
As you know, I have always do research. So I have recognized the best breeds for us. But, we also could ,as previously stated, we could just adopt at the shelter. Anyway, the best breeds for us would be
-Yorkshire terriers
Reason: Low shed thus hypoallergenic.
Biggest problems are barking and potty, and I can train them out of that.
Good with kids and other dogs.

-Maltese
; Common, easy to find, friendly, hypoallergenic which means minimum shedding. Child friendly and dog friendly. Easy to train, and few health problems

-Poodles
; Friendly, hypoallergenic, comes in different sizes, Toy, Mini and standard, common. Smart. Calm when need be, hyper when outside. Can do well with little or much exercise, doesn't show much domination.

-Mini schnauzer
(see poodle)

German shepherd
Reasons
Family dog, low shed rate. Friendly, tolerant and nice.

Collie
You rememberSo five conclusive paragraphs with details and reasons that are very good and well. So, if we would be able to adopt a dog, much less foster, that would be very wonderful and I love you so much mommy.

Links:

http://www.utahdobes.org/ten.htm
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/articles/sec…
http://www.guideofdogs.com/html/why_a_do…
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/abc.htm

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You have the right idea. And you sound mature enough to be able to handle another dog. A word of advice though. Re-write the report so that it sounds less condescending and a little more respectful. This will earn you more points with your mother, rather than sounding like you are smarting off.

Oh and include in the report that just because you have a new dog, Sebastian will not be ignored.

Hope you get it.

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• good argument, but I have a GSD, and she sheds a lot. there are constant fur ball blowing across the hardwood floors. they also blow their coat 2x a year. I just really wanted to point that out.


• I think if you dog is left alone for that long and has become destructive through boredem, then I don't think it would be fair to allow another dog to go through this too. Your dog is getting on now, let him spend his last few years in peace and without having to share the attention with another dog. Make the most of your time with your beloved dog rather than thinking about getting another one.
  x


• Hi, I suggest you don't have a chat with your Mum about buying a dog, don't get me wrong its a great argument but as soon as you get a dog yes its great but it won't be as great as it will be in a few months, and they are allot of money. And also christmas is coming up and your mum will know what you want but maybe she wants a break?? She knows you want one....I suggest you ask for a Pleo for christmas...
  It is NOT a toy its a gadget so not only will you be cool but its fun and just like a dog.
  It has
  -sensors all over his body so you can pet him
  - a USB port
  - light sensors so he detects light
  -movement sensors
  -futre downloads
  - All pleos have different personalitys
  great for pet allergies cheaper than a dog and a loveable pet for the family and when he is tired he falls asleep in your arms
  
  Watch this video of him:
  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0wZ5NlvKo…
  
  Also he is $249.99 on amazon or £199.99 Uk
  Good luck


• i don't think a girl your age should be getting another dog at all.
  
  why?
  
  because;
  1. you can't afford it yourself therefore can't be responsible for that aspect of it's life; your parents will have to pay for everything.
  
  2. you can't drive and therefore won't be able to spend nearly as much time with it or bond with it, or take it anywhere to socialize with new people, places, and other animals.
  
  3. you will soon be obsessed with boys and friends and won't want to be home all the time to take care of a puppy or dog.
  
  4. you're entering the most important part of your life; highschool, and having a dog will most likely take away from the grades.
  
  5. you can't even train/spend time with the dog you have now, if you're gone so much, you shouldn't own one dog, let alone two. that's just common sense.
  
  wait till you're 16 or 17 then see where you're at, if you can afford one, and if you really want one. they are a lot of work and you have to negotiate a lot of your life for a puppy or dog.


• Nope, sorry - no means no.
  
  Breakdown of your reasons (mom may use them) -
  
  Reason One:
  If the dog is bored, then YOU play with it or give it something to do. There is no guarantee that dog number two won't be JUST as bored as the first dog. A bored dog needs a JOB and EXERCISE - not necessarily a companion.
  
  Same for when the dog is home alone - you would more than likely have TWO bored dogs, not just one, and that's double the destruction. Crate the dog, no more destruction. Leave it with a puzzle toy (that is SAFE for when you are gone ) and no more boredom.
  
  Reason Two:
  One person in the family does not "own" the dog. The dog belongs to the family. When you begin to refer to the dog as "yours", "mine", etc then the dog will get confused and there CAN be a rift created in the pack. As for training, EVERYONE must be involved. Period.
  
  What is wrong with working with your CURRENT dog?
  
  Reason Three:
  Solid, i admit.
  
  Reason Four:
  You shouldn't have to be reminded to do chores. And why should mom count on it being done when you get the dog, if you can't do it now? Prove to her you'll do it, then ask again when you've been successful.
  
  Reason Five:
  You did NOT do enough research. No such thing as Hypoallergenic - any person can have a reaction to any breed of dog. Period. Small breeds (Yorkie, Maltese) are NOT necessarily good with kids - too fragile and easy to injure, also can be very snappy. A Schnauzer is NOT the same as a Poodle. GSD is not "low shedding" - it is MAJOR shedding year round and seasonal VERY HEAVY. Also harder to train, can be dominant, and NOT best for a young handler that may not be able to PHYSICALLY control the animal.


• I got my 13 year old another dog,I also got the promises and the notes etc .This lasted 2 weeks.Now I walk,feed,groom and clean up any mess.The novelty wears off very quickly for kids and it's us parents who are left to take care of the dog.


• At your age you are probaly not considering all the different challenges that come with adding another dog to the family. First of all, your current dog will most likelyn NOT want the extra company because of his old age. He will probaly be barking and growling at the puppy because puppies always want to play and will annoy the heck out of him if he's trying to sleep. Trust me on that one.
  Another aspect that you have to consider is all the differeent costs! Yes, the initial cost of the dog may not be really expensive especially if you adopt him, but the vet bills will get CRAZY! Add in all the nessercary things like a crate, bowls, leash, collar, food every week ect .. it will add up.
  Lastly, as you state you are rarely home, and that is just not fair to the puppy! Puppies need CONSTANT attention if you want them to grow up well trained and happy.
  
  Puppies are not always fun and games. They bark throughout the night and will pee and poo everywhere (inclusing on themselves!) and you will be the one cleaning it up ... not fun. They bite hard and will often destroy valuable things (mine chewed up my ipod!)
  
  I honestly do not think you are suited for another dog.


• Very nice report. However, I do have a couple of things
  #1. Why don't you work on training Bass. 7 is not too old.
  #2. Why don't you start doing those chores without someone reminding you or making a list for you. If you need a list, make one yourself. When your mom sees first hand how responsible you are and the extra time you are spending with your current dog, and the new things he is learning, She may be more open to any additions.
  Since you admit you have not been the most responsible owner in the past you can SHOW her how you have changed with your new devotion to your current dog Bass. Prove it to her.
  #3. If you bring a new dog in, it is most likely that the the old dog will show the new one the ropes and you will have two dogs chewing underwear & socks. So you should train Sebastion to not do those thing before you bring in a new dog. Or,the easiest way is to keep those items out of his reach.
  #4. You need to do some more research on the breeds. German shepherds are horrible shedders, They need tons of training and exercise, they can be great family pets (with the right training) but as a whole are not friendly with strangers. In fact the standard says they should be aloof with strangers.
  
  I do think two dogs in a home where everyone is gone most of the day is sometimes a good idea, but you need to work on the one you have first. Then get another one.

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Dog Health Questions: My dog keeps growling at my dad?

ok so we just got my new doggy and he keeps growling at my dad. i took dog training classes with my aunt and i told my dad to stare my dog down with a "pack-leader" way until he will surrender but he doesnt he just hides. me dad wants him gone and i want to keep him. any training tips. also my dog just came from a house filled with woman so no men. also he gets spooked easily. and i have my dad praise him when he doesnt growl.

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Every time your dad stares the dog down he is threatening the dog. What training class did you go to? Obviously you didn't learn much or it was a poor trainer. Your dog is not used to men so he isn't sure what your dad is going to do. Your dad needs to just ignore the dogs growling and no eye contact at all for now. Have your dad sit in a chair and toss little treats to the dog and slowly make the distance a little closer but don't rush it. The dog will start to see your dad as a good thing that will give him some yummy treats. As the dog gets closer to your dad have dad give him a lot of praise. When the dog gets close enough to take the treat from his hand give praise. When dad tries to pet the dog don't go over the head (it is very scary to see a big hand going over the head where the dog can't see what the hand is going to do) go under the chin and slowly up the side of the neck to the back of the ear.

You have to change the dogs impression of men and you started off on the wrong foot with the stare down so now you have to turn it around in a good way. Tell your dad not to take offense to the dogs growling, he just doesn't know men but it can work out if you do it the proper way. Patience is the main thing and practice this at least once a day or more often if possible.

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• It sounds like your dog is fearful of men because he hasn't been around them, also they have a deeper voice, so try getting your dad to bring your dog for a walk with the dog right beside you at your side, this will create a bond between them two and the dog will see that he doesn't have to be afraid of him. Just socialize him bring your dog on a walk where you know that you will be passing men,but when you do don't let your dog stiffen up, just keep moving. I hope this helps


• He was told to stare the dog down?!!! No wonder the dog cowers and growls... Dogs have a sixth sense and your dog knows that your father doesn't want him/her there or doesn't like him/her. The only way for this to be resolved is for your father to bond with the dog and show that he is someone he/she can trust and be his or herself around him.
  
  That's all. : ) Good luck!


• If you hold the dog and try to calm him down when he growls at your dad you are just reinforcing the behavior. The next time he growls say shush and move him away from you. He will learn very quickly that is not what you want. You dad should never stare him down just ignore him. Take your dad and the dog on walks.


• I think the dog is just scared for some reason and is defending itself . I think your dad should try to say nice phrases, give the dog treats so the puppy can get a little bit more comfortable with him and well even though it may take a while and it will at the end it might be worth it so give a try and i hope this works ... well biie


• Check this WEBSITE out Plz : http://www.dogtraintips.com/stop-dog-growling/
  
  all so it may be an instinct. Your dog is probably very protective which is a good thing but not to the Family Member's.
  
  Hope THIS HELP'S :)


• Dogs can tell if a person has beaten fellow dogs. your dad is most likley an animal abuser. sorry to answer your question with another question, but have you seen your dad torture small animals when you were young?


• Could be he has been mistreated by a man at one time or another. Don't give up give him some time. Maybe Dad should have a little paticence with him. Hand him a treat and some nice words in a not so gruff voice

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Dog Health Questions: DOG WHISPERER vs ITS ME OR THE DOG?

DOG WHISPERER
Dog Whisperer - TV is an Emmy Award-nominated National Geographic Channel series that premiered on September 13, 2004. Cesar Millan portrays his real life role in rehabilitating and restoring balance to dogs with problems.

Millan's specialty is working with dogs that are known to be aggressive. Episodes of the program often feature but are not limited to work with an aggressive dog and Millan's application of rules, boundaries, and limitations. Millan believes that pack leadership, by all humans who live or work with the dog, is required for the dog to exist in a content, calm state. Millan demonstrates to the owners how to obtain and maintain this.

As part of the show, Millan is shown as someone who owns 40 to 50 dogs, including Rottweilers, Pit Bulls and German Shepherds, all of whom coexist in peace, uncaged and unchained. Millan is also an honorary member of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP). Dog Whisperer is sponsored by Purina and Petco.

ITS ME OR THE DOG
It's Me or the Dog is a television program produced by UK television production company Ricochet, in which dog trainer Victoria Stilwell tackles behavioral problems in dogs by teaching their owners responsible dog ownership. Known for her natural ability to train any dog, Victoria promotes positive reinforcement-based dog training techniques reliant on teaching both owner and dog through positive associations and confidence. The show is currently airing in over 20 countries worldwide.

JUST IN CASE U DONT KNOW ONE OF THE SHOWS HERES A LINK TO C AN EPISODE OF BOTH

ITS ME OR THE DOG:

http://www.veoh.com/channels/imotd

DOG WHISPERE(couldnt find an episode online but this is good too its close up with cesar millan)
part1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNA8JbnKU…
part2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tqHjq-cj9…
part3
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNudxuz9H…WHO DO U THINK HAS THE BEST APPROACH TO HELP OUR DOGS...

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Definatly Ceaser Milan. I like him alot better than Victoria, and he uses a lot better tequines (in my opinion). We use his tequines to teach my puppy to be more respectful, and now I am working my way up to be a pack leader.

Hope this helps!

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• What's with the recent deluge of this question?
  
  Victoria. Cesar uses outdated methods that shut down the dog or make him act out of fear. Victoria uses methods that encourage the dog to learn and want to behave and that improve the relationship and bond between dog and family.


• Well I think Cesar is the best when it comes to rehab for dogs with extreme problems, and aggressiveness.
  But i like Victoria for the other stuff, Like potty training and when dogs dont like other dogs or when the chase cats, and when dogs jump on owners grab food.


• i like victoria stilwell...she's so delightfully british! i have a dog who was running off in the woods, rolling in poo, and not coming when i whistled, but i used some of Victoria's ideas and the problem is fixed! if only we could get her on supernanny!


• I think they both have novel (to me, a novice) ways of approaching dog behaviors. I think that Millan has a more universal manner when handling dogs. His method deals with the big picture, while Stillwell treats each problem separately.


• The Dog Whisperer.
  My mom is dog groomer and when she has bad dogs she does what Cesar does and it works perfect!
  I also love Cesar i think what he is doing is great and he is very good at explaining things!


• Dog Whisperer is better because of his approach and the dogs respond alot faster then the ones on Its Me Or The Dog


• dog whiispere is better then any think its fantastic, hes fantastic


• Simply put:
  
  Victoria uses methods that ANY average joe pet owner can learn and continue to use on their dog after she is gone.
  
  Cesar uses methods that only a professional should use, but since people see them working on the tv they will attempt themselves anyway which is extremely dangerous.
  
  They both advocate that boundaries MUST be made and maintained with your dogs, though, which is extremely important.


• I think it is hard to say. Caesar focuses on dog psychology, where Victoria is a dog trainer. Caesar says he trains people, and I think that people do need some training when it comes to owning some dogs. They both focus on how important exercise and discipline are though. I will say that Cesar seems to have more of a handle on dealing with the more aggressive cases than the other show does.
  Overall, I like Dog whisperer better.


• Cesar. His methods work. Victoria is an idiot. I cannot stand that show, or her. I have had great success with Cesar's methods on both my dogs, including controlling one dogs food aggression issues. The carry on that his methods constitute animal cruelty is ridiculous. And the point of heavy editing and sudden appearances of warnings? Simple. ALL TELEVISION IS EDITED. Even the wonderful Victoria's show. The warning is the network and producers covering their behinds, in case some idiot tries to sue them after they used Cesar's methods on an unknown dog with obvious aggression problems.


• You lost me at Milan's "restores balance", that's so typical of his pop psych gobbledeegook that it says it all.
  
  These two do not in any way compete, Milan is a t.v. actor and Victoria is an actual dog trainer, with certification and training. Milan has no training, he bases his nutsy theories on observing Mexican street dogs and then makes a miraculous quick fix of all problems within his t.v. segment - it is purely entertainment, heavily edited, and often very dangerous nonsense (his "alpha roll" is obscene, no reputable trainer had advocated that in 40 years and it isn't even correct in wolf behavior observations - that was an erroneous theory to begin with).
  
  So, kindly remember that Milan is NOT a behaviorist, rather an actor. It is entertainment folks - dangerous to copy. Even Milan has gone way far afield of his earlier behavior with dogs - if you compare the early segments with all the "warnings" he issues now before and after, you will get the idea that the guy has been sued and had lots and lots of problems.
  
  Victoria does not do miracle cures, she teaches people how to train their dogs - patiently and consistantly, she doesn't pretend to cure all with her nonsensical Hollywood new age "auras" and "states".
  
  So, of course Millan is more popular, instant fixes always are - even if they get you bitten and often constitute dog abuse. Scare an animal with force the way Millan does, and the problems just go deeper - and surface with a vengeance eventually. Wonder how many dead dogs that guy is ultimately responsible for and how many people have been bitten trying out his "instant" cures on their dogs.

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Dog Health Questions: How to convince my parents to let me have a dog?

I met a dog at a shelter and asked my parents if I could adopt him but they said flat out 'no'. I don't see why not as I've been told I'm very responsible and I know tons about dogs, I've read many books, I've read over six books with information about dogs and have done tons of research. I have enough money to cover vet bills and I'm willing to do everything a dog would need, getting up early to feed it, let in it out to use the bathroom, etc. I've taken dog training classes and a seeing eye dog training course and I've pet-sitted several times and practically raised my neighbors dog. I've tried everything, I've even written an essay. Any ideas to help me?

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and i have an Australian Shepherd too!
◄his name is Hiro

Say to them you will take care of the dog and you will love it very much.
Tips to make them let you have a dog:

•Walk the dog everyday before you start school (If you have school)
•Don't forget to feed your dog!
•Be sure it has lots of attention. You might want to start with a puppy first because it sleeps when you're in school.
•Teach your dog tricks. Its a best way to have a really playful dog.

Okay so I hope you will get a dog. Here are some websites:
http://www.pocanticohills.org/rollman/00…
http://ezinearticles.com/?Take-Care-of-Y…

Names for dogs:
http://www.dog-names.us/
http://petrix.com/dognames/I ♥ dogs very much!

And I agree with ApricotLover. Work at the shelter and visit the dog you want. You can just play with it and spend time together. Or if you can't work there, visit the dog everyday!

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• If mom's trying to sell the home, a new dog will not help. Potty training and typical new dog things like chewing will make it much harder. You're also moving, and that can put stress on a new dog - you'd be going from a kennel, to one home where it gets yelled at while mom tries to keep the place clean, then to another new place where the same happens.
  
  You're better off waiting until you're in your new home and settled.


• My advice is to accept the word no. That's the adult thing to do here. You'll be moving off to college and they'll be stuck with a dog they don't want.
  
  Volunteer at a shelter. They can use people like you that love dogs to help.


• Did the dog you wanted resemble your avatar? ...lol
  
  It sounds to me like you've really done your homework. I can't tell you any more than you've done, but i wish you luck.


• This is always a special question in my eyes. Though you have such a good heart and a love for dogs.....I do, however, think it may not be a necessarily good timing for you right now. I say that because if your parents are not in any way supportive of this, and if they are not dog lovers, and if they don't care to assist in the caring for one........... this dog may not get the full love, companionship, and treatment that it deserves. So, unless they are "willing" to allow a dog to come into your family and be a full part of your family....being inside and outside, etc., then I would suggesst waiting a bit till you can do as you desire. I hope you fulfill your hopes and dreams in this area, and kudos to you!!! :oD


• They may be worried about their responsibilities to the dog as well. You are not always home. So they would have to take care of it. Plus vet bills, visits, shots, heartworm medications, etc. All add up. Dogs can get illnesses, or have accidents unexpectedly. They may be worried about the financial side. Not to mention training it-which is a family effort. Our dog is 5 years old. She got Cushing's Disease this past March. Unfortunately, we had some financial problems, as well as gas prices went up. Luckily, my Mom got a credit care card. Mind you I am 40 years old. But the point is: the first vet visit and tests to diagnose it, came to $1500. That added to $100 per month for meds. Plus, having to have tests to monitor her. The vet also admitted to inexperience leaving us to another vet and about $300 more. She hasn't started the meds. yet-the vet opted to start with vitamin therapy first. I would recommend getting VPI pet insurance prior to anything going wrong. Fees depend on the age. You may want to address any concerns with your parents so that you know what the reasons are, and how to fix them.


• a dog is lifetime commitment everyone in the family needs to want the dog,not just you im afraid
  
  THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF DOG OWNERSHIP
  
  
  However, if you are interested in getting a dog for the RIGHT reasons, please ask yourself the following 10 questions, prior to selecting a breed and breeder or visiting your local shelter or rescue facility:
  
  
  
  1) Are you, and all those who live with you, committed to spend 12+ years providing health care, food, grooming, training and attention to a dog? Do the people who live with you also want a dog?
  
  2) Do you have the time and/or resources available . . . To take your dog for walks and to the vet? To bath, brush, clip, and, otherwise, groom your dog as often as necessary? Will you want to play and, perhaps, work on training daily, with your dog? Are you willing to take your dog to puppy socialization, kindergarten, and basic obedience classes?
  
  3) Are there lifestyle-altering events that could occur in your foreseeable future? - A baby, caring for an elderly family member, a divorce, job uncertainty, etc. And, how would you deal with these changes as they impacted your ability to care for a dog?
  
  4) Is your personality conducive to dog ownership? Do you often feel 'stressed out'? Do you like to have total control over your environment or 'space'? Are you a 'neat freak'? Are you flexible? Patient? Answer honesty - nobody but you will know AND, more importantly, nobody but you will have to live with the results of your trying to 'fit' your personality to a dog.
  
  5) Are you physically able to care for a dog? Are you economically able to provide care for a dog?
  
  6) Is your environment prepared for a dog and/or are you willing to make the investment of time and money necessary to insure that it does? Is there a yard or park-like area for your dog to walk and relieve him- or her- self? Is your yard, or a portion of it, fenced? If your dog will be outside for any period of time, will you provide a secure and comfortable shelter for your dog? Although you may have a secure and comfortable location for your dog while it is outdoors, dog should not be left outdoors, unattended, for extended periods of time. They can be taunted, released, stolen, or worse. Tethering can cause serious physical harm or death in the event of an entanglement or other such accident. Further, prolonged tethering can cause undesirable behavioral and personality traits to surface. Additionally, garages may contain chemicals, tools and other items that can be dangerous and/or harmful to your dog.
  
  7) Will your dog be alone for long periods of time, daily? Can you arrange for the dog to be let out for a romp, given water, medication, and playtime, as necessary, during the day? Or, will you become angered and frustrated by behavioral issues that may arise due to the fact that your dog is alone for long periods of time? (i.e., relieves him or herself indoors; chews up a blanket, your shoes, your favorite chair cushion; barks incessantly, causing your neighbors to become angry or, perhaps, even call animal control on you; etc. Do not plan to leave your dog outdoors or in a garage all day while you are away! If this is in your plans, I suggest you revisit the question "Why do I/We want a dog?"
  
  8) Are you willing to spay/neuter your dog, as soon as possible, to reduce the chance of an accidental breeding?
  
  9) Do you travel frequently? Will it be difficult for you to find quality care for your dog when you are away?
  
  10) Do you really LOVE dogs? If you are truly motivated by your love of dogs, or a particular dog, you most likely don't need this page. You've done your homework and are ready for a lifelong commitment. You will train and play with your dog, provide appropriate veterinary care and nutrition, you will bath and groom him or her, happily, and the occasional behavioral problem won't throw you for a loop. If this is the case, please visit the other related sections of the library for helpful articles on breed or mix selection, puppy or adult?, adoption or breeder, finding a breeder, preparation for your dog, training care, and more.http://www.doginfomat.com/b4ugetadog.htm


• Your mom already said why she didn't want another animal. She is trying to sell her home. She is right about people not wanting to see or buy a home with animals living in it due to allergies, fear of animals and or smells. Our home was on the market for over a year before it sold. We had 2 cats and 2 dogs during that year. Even though the house was clean we thought, the smells were still there. Our realtor recommended that we board our animals somewhere and give the house a thorough cleaning from top to bottom, professionally if needed. After we boarded our animals and cleaned the house thoroughly, our home sold within 1 week. Yes, animals do make a difference if your mom is trying to sell her home. In the meantime, volunteer at an animal shelter. Try asking for a dog after the house sells and you are settled in your new home.


• I'm so very sorry your Mom is saying "No" to the dog at the shelter, because it sounds like it has stolen your heart, and from what all you tell me about yourself, it would have had a wonderful owner. However, maybe, as hard as it will be, you can talk someone into adopting the dog and knowing your helped find it a good and loving home will help.
  
  Maybe if you wait until you move you can get one then, since the move seems to be the only reason your mom gives for saying "No" at this time. Try to be patient, and since you are such a responsible young person, I'm sure your Mom appreciates all that you have tried to learn about dogs and also having some money put aside for pet emergencies and being a pet sitter and all. I'm very impressed with you myself, and hope you can be patient and wait until you move and see what happens with the dog situation then.
  
  Meanwhile, I'm praying you will soon be able to get a dog, because I think you certainly deserve one! Good luck, I'll be praying for you.

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Dog Health Questions: How do i find pro dog trainer Billy Sargenti ? I know he"s in no. Ca. Oakdale Escalon area maybe?

Interested in buying a dog trained by Billy Sargenti of no.Ca. I would like to have Billy Sargenti train my dog. Need to talk to Billy Sargenti in reguards to dog training in no. Ca. Phone number address Billy Sargenti please? Thank you very much

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Look him up online...

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Dog Health Questions: NEED HELP PICKING A DOG TRAINING COLLAR!!! WHICH ONE OF THESE ARE BETTER?

i have a rescued dog and he pulls when walking. i looked up many things to stop this but they all sound the same.
1) Follow me head collar--ive never seen this in stores,it looks just like a halti..is there any difference??
2) Halti--many people say dogs hate this--how do u get them to accept it..is it worth the $$??..does it work?
3)Cesar Milan ILLUSION collar? ive heard that hes a great dog trainer but does this collar work? if so..HOW?? and how well??

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I had the same problem with my aussie pup.

BEFORE you try any of those give this method a try:
How to train your dog not to pull- Loose Leash Walking:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFgtqgiAK…

I had tried like 5 other methods and NONE worked. this one does for me atleast.

I dont like head collars or cesars, a good old fashion buckle collar and 4 foot leash is all you need.

I highly recomend this! but i dont use a clicker.

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• I think Victoria from It's Me or the Dog has the best techniques and she demonstrates some collars and leads that work and are humane. Search youtube or animal planet and see if you can watch some of her episodes.
  
  I had a dog that pulled a lot and just turning around everytime he pulled got him to stop. It took a long time so you have to be patient.


• I use a Halti for my Beagle.
  
  He is 4 years old now and we have used it since he was a puppy.
  
  It works exceptionally well and yes its a little expensive but worth your time and effort.
  
  It works by cinching across the chest of the dog when he pulls on the lead. It is uncomfortable but does not hurt the dog in anyway.
  
  Our dog was never bothered by the halti at all but it will take a little getting used to and that is true of any device you use.
  
  Whats cool is its designed to go across the chest but as he has learnt not to pull we now reverse it so it sits across his back and that saves strain on his neck which is where most collars cause harm.
  
  I also tried one of those head collars that are designed to pull the dogs head to one side whan he resists the lead, Not recommended in my opinion. I did not like it and neither did my beagle. The lead hooks into a ring right across his nose and as a beagle is a sniffer this was not a good idea. It also had the capability of pinching across his nose which over time woud have caused him pain.
  
  In my opinion the Halti is the way to go

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Dog Health Questions: Any dog training ideas/advice?

My dog is very behaved most of the time.. and we have been letting her off her leash in the yard to do her business and a little playing time or whatnot.. well, today I came home and thought I'd bring out the ball and play some fetch with her and she loved it, only it wasn't too long until the ball wasn't enough excitement for her and she felt she needed to go check out the road where she knows she isn't allowed, and I tried telling her come here, heel, etc. all of which she knows, and she didn't listen, and continued to just go on and check out the neighborhood, and so I walked after her issuing the same commands, and of course every time I would get close, she'd run farther. She has never done this before.. I don't know what got into her. I'm a little weary about letting her out at all without the leash now.. How did she all of a sudden turn into an evil dog?? how do you punish a dog correctly?

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ok well first u dont just want to punish the dog. u want to make the dog want to come to u. so try buying a 30 foot leash and strapping it on her collar(just dont let her get out of reach) then when she wonders off and gets distracted u can grab the leash, say come(or whatever command ur using) and if she doesnt come then u give the leash a nice firm tug and say come once more and if she doesnt come then try it again a lil harder and when she does, be really happy and dont be afraid to throw a lil ball or give her a treat or something. ur teaching the dog that coming to u is better than going off on her own. and contionue to do this for a while then try no leash and call her often and a lot of praise each time and occasionally gop back to using some treats and when she gets rusty then go back to the leash.

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• Well you really got understand their point of view, you gotta have patience, and you gotta have treats! try checkin out some books on dog training. There are tons of tricks to teach. This goes for all tricks you wanna teach, you have to have a treat, say the name of the command, and show the dog what to do. After you show him, give him (or her) a treat. Do this over and over. Eventually they will catch on and learn


• show her more love..show her that you love her..give her attention..apparently she wants more attention..take her for walks..play fetch or tug a war! she'll love you again in a heart beat if u give her a lot of attention!


• you should lightly tap her on the butt and tell her no and reward her when she starts doing stuff right and she will start to be the same dog she was

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training tips (excitement when off leash)?

so I would love to have other dog owners come over to have doggie play dates, but my dog Bear does not listen to me under exciting circumstances. he knows the basics, sit, stay, leave it, all with treats and when nobody or dogs are around. if he is off-leash, forget it! i cannot control him running around, especially with other dogs. he gets this "freedom" and goes nutty and misbehaves (stealing things, sprinting circles, nipping calves, etc) it is not aggression, but if i needed him to come or calm down, he will not listen. help me so we can socialize and have people/dogs over! he is 1 so still a puppy, but how can i control him?

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you could try practicing recall in low distraction areas and slowly move to practicing when there are more distractions ... a dog that will not come when called when there are distractions should probably not be let off leash yet for safety reasons ... every time he gets the "freedom" it is just reinforcing the behaviour you do not want ... he is young still so just work on the recall ... another good thing is getting them to sit for everything ... sit is a command most dogs can learn quickly and you can get the dog to sit in lots of different situations such as to get the leash put on, before the food is put down, before you cross streets, you get the idea ... and treats are great, just don't reward every single time with a treat, especially if they already know what you are asking ... sometimes you say sit and the dog just looks at you, well if you just look right back as if to say to the dog, sit or else, and with patience they will usually sit with no treat needed ... he sounds like an exuberant happy dog and just needs a little training, they all do at that age :O)

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• You need to start doing on leash distraction training first. This means expecting him to behave properly with other dogs around. Taking him through a good quality group obedience class will help. Then take those basics home and use them. I'm always amazed at the people who train their dogs very well in training class but don't use those techniques at home. Instead of letting the dogs have a free for all at your house, have everyone do a bit of training first. Some simple recalls, stays, and walk nice on leash will be enough to take the edge off of everyone. Play time can be done after training time.


• funny.
  
  my dog acts right off the leash. when on it, he wants to put up a fight.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog Training please help?

Our dog is about 3 years old and we have had her since she was 2.
she has been totally fine and is totaly trained to pee outside.,
Lately, in the past few weeks she has peed almost every day in the exact spot in our basement..
we put her face in it and scold her and put her outside..
please help us figure out how to train he to not pee...
and we need to know how to punisxh her as well.
thankyou

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Obviously she needs to go out more often. If this is a change of habit, you might need to take her to the vet to check if something is wrong, like an infection. In the meantime, increase the amount of times you take her out during the day. There is no point in punishing a dog for peeing inside the house. They will never understand why you're scolding them and will just learn to fear you. It will not stop the behavior.

You have a few choices. As I already mentioned, take her outside more often. Take her to the vet to get checked out. And push come to shove, put down some puppy pads in that spot or crate her when you're not home, as long as it won't be for longer than no more than eight hours.

A dog cannot open the door and go outside when they need to pee. A dog cannot use the toilet. All a dog can do is try to let you know they need to go, or if you're not there, use as inconspicuous part of the home as possible or by the door you usually let them out of. To punish them for performing a bodily function is futile and will just create an overly anxious dog.

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• Don't EVER let her face actually touch it, that's very unsanitary and unhealthy and can make your dog sick.
  
  Second, make sure the spot is really really clean. She wants to pee there because she has before.
  
  Third, instead of punishing her when she does something bad, try rewarding her when she does something good. Positive reinforcement works much quicker and better than punishment. So if you see her pee outside, give her a treat and praise.
  
  Also make sure that you're putting the dog outside often enough. Maybe she's inside too long and just can't hold it.
  
  If all else fails, you might want to take her to the vet to make sure she doesn't have an infection or something because that will kill your dog really really fast.


• Don't punish, and definitely don't put her face in it!
  
  The first thing to do, if a previously house trained dog begins to eliminate in the house, is to take her to the vet. She may have a UTI or some other physical problem.
  
  Re-clean the area with an enzyme cleaner made especially for the purpose -- even if we clean well with regular cleaning stuff, there still may be an odor that says "this is the bathroom" to her, that we can't smell.
  
  Feed her in the spot where she went a few times, and put a dog bed there and spend some time hanging out in that area with her. Sometimes eating, sleeping, and just spending time in an area will trigger the "don't foul your own nest" sense that many dogs have.
  
  Then, whether she has a medical issue (for which, of course, you'll be treating her) or not, go back to potty training 101 -- watching the dog carefully (tethering her to you if need be, certainly blocking her access to the basement so she can't get to that spot again), taking her out very often, praising and rewarding her for going outside.


• If your dog is suddenly having accidents in the house, it could be an underlying medical cause, so a trip to the vet may be in order.
  
  Also, has some big change happened recently? Did you remodel? Has the family relationship changed? Anything that could stress her out? This could be the cause of the sudden bad potty behavior.
  
  If she has started to potty in the house again, you need to treat her like a new puppy and start with one room, get her consistent in that one, move to the next, and so on. Make sure you clean up any accidents with spot carpet cleaner like Resolve and then spray a little vinegar-water mixture on the spot as well. Vinegar takes out the urine smell and stops the urge to mark that spot again.
  
  Do not punish your dog for pottying in the house. Putting her face in it will only scare her and upset her. Dogs will only learn not to potty in front of you if you punish them for having an accident.
  
  If you catch her in the act, make a loud noise, clap your hands, do something to get her attention and possibly stop her. Then as quickly as you can bring her outside to her potty spot. Wait until she goes again and then praise, praise, praise! If you just notice the spot after the fact, it's far too late and your dog has already forgotten about it. Don't scold her, just clean it up - you need to watch more carefully.
  
  Be very vigilant in watching her and keep an eye out for signs she has to go. Take her out every hour-hour and a half if you have to. Also, be positive - reward her every time she potties outside so she knows that's right. Try to do less of scolding and more of rewarding her for good behavior. Good luck!


• Well punishing ur dog is not what ur supposed to do because he will just keep on doing it i dont know why and u r not supposed to yell at her u just have to stay calm and u could block the door way with a dog gate if it has a door way. or go outside a few times and make her go to the bathroom in the backyard not in the basement just dont let ur dog go in there.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training help??? Two dogs i need help with.?

Ok. i have two dogs that i need a little help training. One is my deaf pitbull... i cant tell her no or yell at her becuase she cant hear... We're trying with treats and hand signals but she sometimes cant or wont corporate.. Any ideas on how to get her attention. Oh BTW shes deaf because the people who had her before as a puppie left her out side and she got two really severe ear infections. She can hear a dog whistle but nothing else.
My other dog is a 6 month old male. Hes doing really well only he has a problem with picking on other dogs. He is a chiweenie. He likes to play but sometimes he takes it to far. whats the best way to nip this in the bud. oh and im going to get him fixed... would that help calm him down or is that just a myth?

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If your female can hear a whistle, then use that in your training. There are training methods for hearing impaired dogs, you just have to find a trainer that is comfortable with that type of thing. I think a professional would be best to help with this, along with you and your dog, in person. Too hard to help online.

As for your other dog, neutering will help, but not as an instant calming agent. It will reduce hormones that might cause a problem in the future. But at 6 months old they are just starting. More likely, he is just a bossy little dog. Get him into a basic obedience class, and that will probably be enough.

Good luck.

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• Try to help her with the signals like sit put your hand up then down once if she won't do it try putting her butt down where it is on the floor. Next to teach her shake make her sit and shake her hand make sure to give her a treat.


• Obedience training is the foundation for establishing a better relationship between you and your dog. Obedience training helps establish the owner in the role of "pack leader". Obedience will lay down clear behavior guidelines that your dog can follow. A well-behaved, obedient dog is more than just a pet of pride. The difference lies largely in the training, and good training can save a dog's life.
  
  These articles will give you tips about how to best train your dog.
  
  Dog Training - http://www.dog-pound.net/dog-training.ht…
  
  Dog Obedience - http://www.dog-pound.net/dog-obedience.h…
  
  Repetition, consistency, practice and correction are what it takes to train a dog to be happy and responsive. If you follow these simple steps you will find that your puppy can grow into an obedient well-adjusted dog.
  
  Repitition and Consistency in Dog Training - http://www.dog-pound.net/repetition-cons…

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training: Treats or Praise?

My family and I are teaching our "old "dog (only 3 yrs) new tricks. Or I should say more obedience. He knows the basics, sit, lay down, come, crate, go. He's not too good with sit stay but we are working on that. Anyway some of us train him with treats and some of us are training him with praise. Good boy, thatta boy, lots of pets and love when he obeys. He responds to both but Of course treats are his favorite but I feel in an emergency when we need him to obey immediately we may not have a treat with us. Is either or both ok to do?

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Treats are best when you are first showing your dog what you want him to do. But you have to start weaning him off the treats once you know that he knows what is expected of him.

Example of weaning dog off treats:
Sit, treat, sit, treat, sit, treat, sit, treat, sit, treat, sit, treat.
Sit, sit, treat, sit, sit, treat, sit, sit, treat.
Sit, sit, sit, treat, sit, sit, sit, treat.
Sit, sit, sit, good boy, sit, sit, sit, treat
Sit, sit, sit, good boy, sit, sit, sit, good boy.
See, now you've weaned him off food and he still responds with praise.

BTW, there's no such thing as, "you can't teach an old dog new tricks". :) I've had dogs as old as 9 yrs. old in my obedience classes.

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• a bit of both is best for everything he does right give him a big praise and 1 treat.
  if you want to teach him to stay get him to sit first and repeatedly say the word stay with somebody standing behind him holding him by the collar and slowly letting go of it and if he tries to move before you tell him to come catch his collar and put him in the sit position again and if he sits all the way through until you tell him to come give him a big praise and a treat for it.
  it worked with me so it should work with you . good luck with it


• Well some time or another he will have to learn without the treats u cant let a dog "ALWAYS" rely n treats to do tricks


• i love dogies ,give him treats


• We train with treats, and then after a while, she got used to doing the command without treats. Just do it often, so right when you say the word, the dog knows it right away, and would do it right away. For instance, for the first couple of weeks, we always used treats for sit. Now I can take her on a walk, and test her by making her stop and sit. She listens, even without the treats now.


• he should learn to obey with or without treats eventually


• Both are okay, but too many treats are bad because alot of treats have fat in them that shouldn't be given too much. I'd stick with praise because he needs to learn how to do it w/o a treat.
  
  Lets take the command "sit" for example. The dogs name will be Rover.
  
  You: Rover, "sit:"
  Rover:-doesn't sit-
  You: Give him a stern no, and tell him sit, and push down on his rear. If he sits, praise him w/o treats.


• Don't worry, you are doing a great job. Praise and treats are an excellent way to reward you dog for doing well. If you are afraid of him not responding when there is no food, start minimizing the amount of times you use treats as a reward. Also, make sure that when training with him, you do not have the food visible. That way, he doesn't know that there is a definite treat reward. By hiding the food treats during training and giving them randomly (switching between food and praise) your dog will eventually do the tricks without knowing there is a food reward in the end.
  
  I do want to remind you that when teaching a new trick, food rewards are the best. When he starts getting it down, start using the praise more and the treats less. Good luck!


• I switch back and forth with my dogs, when we train sometimes they get a treat and sometimes they get verbal praise.


• either is fine to get your dog to learn to begin with but then he should be weaned off the treats. you are absolutly right, in an emergency and you don't have treats what are you going to do. your family needs to sit down and come up with a consistant method of training or he will learn to only repsond to the person who has food. you can start with treats and praise. then start slowly not giving the treats and just the praise. you dog should sit for praise, not just sit take a treat and then get up. sounds like you have a good head about things, now just come to an agreement with the rest of your family. good luck.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog Training? please help BEST ANSWER WILL BE CHOSEN!?

Hey so i was wondering about something I wanted to train my dog to do. I want to train him to be able to smell something and find it. (For example, smell a persons shirt and find them) I don't want him to do it professionally though. Does anyone know how to train a dog to do this or do you have training tips or somewhere where I can find out how to train him? Thanks!

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• Usually you want to pick one thing first. You can't have your dog finding everything by name (person, cell phone, etc).
  
  Unless you have a scent hound you might have a hard time asking your dog to find a person outside or after a few minutes of the person leaving (the scent will be all over by then and the dog may not be able to trace it).You'll train this using a technique called back-chaining. You'll start with your dog in close proximity to what you want them to find.
  
  So put a treat on the floor and say "find it". When your dog goes to get the treat praise him. Then hide it around the corner but in plain sight and do the same thing. Then hide it just a little, then more, etc. Give the dog hints like "over here" and point towards the object. This way you can ask the dog to search specific areas.
  
  You could do this as a game with your kids or friends if you want your dog to find them in your house. Do the same thing just have the person hold the treat instead.
  
  Good luck!


• First, you want to let your dog smell the object that you are going to hide. And then in his plain view, hide the object behind or under something. Tell him to go and find it. Once he is able to find it, praise him. Then, you should hide the object again in a slightly different spot than before, but don't let him see where you put it. Then tell him to go and find it again. It all takes practice, but it's not very difficult for a dog to pick up. To make it easier, you should go to a bait or hunting store and buy some synthetic animal urine (don't laugh, I'm serious) and put a bit of it on the object you are hiding. Your dog will able to find it easier.


• The easiest way is to talk to a person in your area who does canine search and rescue. Typically a person that the dog knows really well, like the owner, hides from the dog in plain site at first. The handler has the dog sniff an object from the owner like a dirty sock or wallet. The dog is given the go find command. He is praised as he drags the handler to the owner. Once the owner is found, the dog is praised petted played with and everyone is so happy. Most times food is not used but it might help in a dog who is not play motivated. As he gets better the courses get longer and other people that the dog doesn't know well hides from the dog. This kind of training is quite fun and very rewarding to do. Most search dogs are trained in this manner.


• That takes alot of time. First thing is ask your self if you can take hours and hours a day trying. I don't know how to train that specifically but I suggest you go to a petsmart or another location were pets are trained. And asked them my dog knows advanced obedience training and this took about a year. You should teach your dog basic obeidience before you try to get fancy.


• You say "something"...not "someone" Then you say find "them". It's 2 different things...2 types of training. If I were training to find "someTHING", I would use "scent boxes". If I wanted him to find "someONE", I would use 2 or more "decoys", and do it at feeding time (for motivation). Choose the correct path, he gets dinner....choose the wrong path...no dinner. Start 10 feet away....and then slowly lengthen the distance.
  
  Both of these examples are for quick progress in simple scenarios. S&R training is a LOT more involved. A WHOLE LOT more than I'm willing to type. These are condensed explanations.


• Get a book about it. Here are a couple I found on Amazon:
  
  http://www.amazon.com/K9-Scent-Detection…
  
  http://www.amazon.com/Scent-Scenting-Dog…
  
  http://www.amazon.com/Try-Tracking-Puppy…


• Give him the scent, and let him sniff it for 5 seconds. From there reduce the time. Obv. over a long period of time. Take the item and hid it, givin a command like find etc and at first, point in the direction until dog learns. We taught Abbie this with her toys so it works. Well, for us lol.


• Try playing a hide and seek game with him and he'll learn.

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Dog Health Questions: Does anyone know any dog training tips???

I got a dog in July and its been acting strange like biting, barking,not coming to me... Do u have any tips to stop it???anyone???

So You Want a Guard Dog, Eh? (Basic Dog Training)

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-repeating commands
-don't give up
-make sure it knows your the boss
-start when its young otherwise it will be VERY HARD
-teach it like you parents teach/taught you (example- use discipline not harsh but nessecary, punishment is affective but don't let it turn it to abuse)

Mat Or Place Training is an Important Dog Training Tool - Part Two

• first of all is your dog a puppy or an actual full grown dog? If it is a puppy it is going to do this until he knows he can't, when he bites (and you can do this for an adult dog as well) tap the bridge of his nose it won't hurt them but they don't like it and most of the time they will stop biting if you do this, as far as not coming to you put your dog on a leash and pull him towards you while saying come and whatever the dogs name is, it will take some time but i'm sure you will get thru it. If it continues to get worse I would find out the dog's past because there could be a reason he is acting this way (you never know if he was abused and could be scared of men)


• Keep your dog active. Go for walks spend more time with it! Be consistent with your training.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog Training for American Staffies?

I have a one and a half year old amstaff which is a gorgeous girl, but utterly untrainable. if you have food, she will sit, stay, shake and go to her bed but aside from that, jumps all over guests, generally won't do as asked, will not come when called (unless it suits her), and still nips occasionally.
i love her to pieces but she is a naughty dog!
has anyone got any training advice?

Dog Training Collars and Harnesses - Making the Proper Selection is Essential to Training Success

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When guests come, she has to be on leash so that you can catch her. When she jumps up, gently put her back on the ground and give her an "off" command. When on the ground reward her and tell her "good off".

When she is out and about, she always has to have a leash on. Don't try and chase her, they think it's a big game! Run the other way! When she comes back, give her TONS of treats and lots of praise. If you have a friend who can help you, you can practice restrained recalls to get her come a lot better. Have your friend hold her collar. You then tough a treat to her nose, run away and call her in an excited voice. This gets the dog excited to come to you.

When she nips, give her a firm "No" or "Ouch" and then ignore her for a little bit. If she sits or starts acting polite, then reward her for being a good girl.

Terriers have a mind of their own! They can be very naughty and generally just want to do what they want. Don't get frustrated and stay happy. Who wants to come to an angry person! So patience is the best thing with the Terriers even thought they are difficult.

Dog Training Videos - Are They Really a Good Resource?

• my dog was like that too when he was that age. at the age of two he is finally settling down and getting to the point where he can be trained really well. i reccomend obedience classes and maybe even hire a professional trainer.

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Dog Health Questions: Are there any supersonic dog training devices that work from more than 20 feet away?

If so send a link. If you dont know, dont waste my time and dont answer.

3 Secrets to Dog Training - Immediate Results

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I do think you mean ultrasonic. Unlike the snot that answered before me, here is a link to some different ones on amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=ultrasonic+dog+repeller&x=0&y=0

Easy Dog Obedience Training Can Be Done at Home With a Do it Yourself Dog Training Program

• I've never heard of a supersonic (faster than sound) dog trainer, but there are ultra sonic (high frequency) anti-barking devices.
  
  Google "super bark free" for a device which works at 50-60 feet, suitable for an annoying neighbor's dog. It comes with a 60 day free trial.
  
  I'd usually get the asker a link to the product, but your comment was kind of a turn off for me and I don't want to waste my time either.

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Dog Health Questions: Has anyone use Don Sullivans dog training video?

Just wanted to know if anyone has use his training videos and what kind of results you got from the.

Dog Training Using Electronic Collars

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I haven't used it myself, but several of my friends did...and they're the reason I didn't. I've seen the videos. They're not really anything special. He goes through the same tips that everyone else gives--he just has videos, which really don't do all that much. You'd be paying through the nose for something you can get online for free. My friends all regretted paying for them.

Dog Clicker Training Can Make Dog Training Easy

• Lol uhh no..

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Dog Health Questions: What do they teach in a dog training course base 1?

Is it possible to skip it and go to the next level?
Cause my dog already sit, lay, stay, obeys the re-call, heal, and this with voice or hand command, on leash and off leash.

Do You Need Dog Training Tools When You Train Your Dog?

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Just contact the trainer. They'll probably want you to bring the dog in so that they can evaluate him/her.... and they'll also want to evaluate the methods that you use, and how you use them. They'll let you know what they think is appropriate.

Dog Training With a Halti or General Leader Collar

• Skip level 1 ? From your comment you have already achieved level 1, 2 and 3 !!
  Our human definitions of level - anything - is exactly what you want to define it as. The object of training is to create a bond between the owner/handler (you) and the dog which you both understand and enjoy.
  If you believe that you understand the moods and body language your dog portrays - excited, submissive, happy, hungry, and etc. and your dog acts as if he understands everyone of your emotions what more could you ask for.


• I would talk to the trainer I am going through it now for the 2nd time cause my dog was mad it me the day of testing and wouldn't listen my trainer couldn't believe it but she still failed us.oh well 2 times is not that bad she shows up the other dogs.


• Sure if the place where you are taking him will allow it. Some places will only take dogs who have completed the basic course with them first. If he knows the basics, I don't see why you couldn't move on up to the second course.


• You can skip and go to the next level as your dog seems to know all of level 1


• just go to it as it will do even better and idk wat they do but it will help if u just go

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Dog Health Questions: Which method for dog training is better clicker or reward?

I have a 7 month old Belgian Malinois and I want to teach him some simple tricks. I don't intend to make him a protection dog. I know it's quite costly. I was able to teach him some obedience training like sit, stay, fetch etc. and I'm using the reward method and I find it ok. I'm just curious. Is clicker training better?

An Overview Of The 3 Most Common Dog Training Methods

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clicker + reward training is what our trainer recommends. personally i find the clicker annoying but it seems to work well. we only use it to teach something new and than its only reward and than nothing. before our obedience training we used just rewards and that worked pretty well 2, but i think clicker gets her attention faster and the response is faster so she stays focused better.

just to clarify what clicker training that we used is

it goes like this
1) you give command
2) dog performs
3) you click right away
4) and give a treat right away.
so click and treat in almost one move. clicker sound is unique and they associate that with something good (as a praise followed by a treat). you than slowly fade it out.

5 Basic Dog Training Mistakes

• actually clicker training is reward training -- the clicker is simply a marker for a behavior that tells the dog that it will be rewarded for doing this specific behavior. With 'reward' type training without a clicker, you just use something else as a marker like a word or sound and then reward. Neither is 'better' than the other just different. With either you use something the dog likes (toy, treat) to reward after marking the behavior - dog sits, you click or say yes or smile or whatever and then treat the dog. If you aren't consistant with the marker maybe a clicker is better for you but it just depends on you. I find it easier to not use a clicker as I am not THAT coordinated and am used to using a verbal marker. Good luck.
  
  add: You cannot use a clicker in an obedience trial any more than you can use a treat. Both should be weaned off once the dog is actually trained for an exercise and be sporatically rewarded so that it does it not for the treat but because it is trained to. In the obedience ring you can only give the proper command and that is all.


• My dog and I are currently using both. When he does the trick, give him the treat while clicking the clicker. That way if you are ever in an obedience trial (since they do not allow treats) use the clicker, the dog will think that you have treats with you.
  
  Good Luck!!


• treats


• Clicker training is very like reward training, but the click preceeds the reward. Clicks can be delivered at exactly the moment the dog is doing the right thing, regardless of how far away from the dog you are at the time. The food reward immediately follows the click. It's a more precise way of using positive reinforcement to train an animal. Here is a little video introduction http://www.clickertraining.tv/product.html?item=FREE-01
  You will find great information on the following website http://www.clickertraining.com/basics


• Clickers can be good and bad. For TEACHING tricks they can be very helpful so your dog knows exactly when he did the right thing. They can help a lot with more complicated tricks. For obedience they are a waste of time. Chasing after a dog with a clicker to try and get it to come will not work.
  
  Always use treats when teaching a new trick or obedience. Once they know it just praise them and give them a treat every now and then, but they should just do it for praise.
  
  If you want to teach your dog obedience visit www.dogproblems.com It's a lot cheaper than going somewhere and you can do it when you have time. I used it and it's amazing!!


• clicker IS reward training - the click comes before the treat.


• My trainer recommended instead of a clicker, use a marker word. So we use the word "Good" instead of a click. We always have our words but may not have a clicker.


• There is no 'better training.' It really depends on the dog. Some dogs respond to the clicker some don't! The clicker works like a reward, because when you start using it, you reward and click consistently to help the dog learn to respond to the clicker. One of my dogs is scared of the noise of the clicker, the other immediately responds to it! Just keep in mind that positive training is good, negative/abusive training is not!


• We used both at first and slowly went to treats only. After a few weeks of only treats we only showed love.


• In order to start clicker training you use it with a reward ...so my answer is both.


• Clicker training did nothing for my dog especially since he was brought up on rewards.
  
  If he does something good and is expecting a cookie and gets a click, he is not going to be too excited.


• what ever works for u.we use treats


• clicker is easier but you wont always have it with you


• The clicker just 'marks' the behavior you want and lets the dog know a treat is coming. You can do the same thing by saying 'yes' or 'good dog'. The clicker can be more precise and once the dog understands what it means, can learn to work for clicks, learning new behaviors more easily.
  
  www.fearfuldogs.com


• Some basic learning theory:
  
  Reinforcement is the process whereby a given behavior is made stronger. This can be done in a couple of ways. Positive reinforcement is when something good follows the behavior. The dog sits, and you give a treat. The treat is the reinforcer. The appearance of the reinforcer produces reinforcement, which is an internal process. Negative reinforcement occurs when the behavior results in something unpleasant going away, such as the pressure of a choke collar easing when the dog gets back into heel position. Walking at heel is reinforced by the easing of the pressure.
  
  Things that have reinforcing qualities in and of themselves are called primary reinforcers. Food is one of the big ones. A treat then, is a primary reinforcer. The sound of a clicker in and of itself is not a reinforcer at all, until it is conditioned to a primary reinforcer. Then it becomes a conditioned or secondary reinforcer.
  
  Here's the deal with clicker training. You first have to get your dog to associate the sound of the clicker with a primary reinforcer. You do this by pairing the sound of the clicker with a primary reinforcer until it becomes a conditioned reinforcer. Click the clicker, give a treat. Repeat several times. Take a break, then repeat the whole sequence. Do this enough, and the clicker will take on reinforcing properties. Now when you're training your dog, click the clicker as soon as he performs the desired behavior, and the dog will be reinforced. Occasionally, you should go back and repeat the click-treat bit, just to keep the association between clicker and treat going. That's sometimes called loading the clicker.
  
  Rather than a clicker, try making a clicking sound with your tongue, or any little short, sharp sound you can. This has the advatanges of your not having to fumble with the clicker in one hand, and the lead in the other. Also, it's unique to you, nobody else can duplicate it. Anyone can get a clicker, and if one goes off at the wrong time, it can mess up what you're trying to do. Finally, it's free and you won't leave it at home or lose it.
  
  So if you try to train a dog with a clicker without first building the association between the click and some really good treat, you're probably not going to get too far.

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