Dog Health Questions: Hunting with an undocked dog?

I own a Springer from working stock and recently, I've been doing basic gun dog training with her, she's picking it up quickly and doing really well.
I've just returned from training classes. The classes are for obedience and agility but one of the trainers has fully trained gun dogs that he competes, trains, works and demonstrates with, so he takes me aside to do gun dog work while the other dogs do the agility. Today I was asking about competing in field trials with her if she completes all her training and he said the only problem would be her tail, so now I'm looking more towards the YKC junior handler field trials because of her tail.
My question is, does anyone have any experience working an undocked dog?

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Tail docking is the owner's personal decision. Tail docking has no proven uses with hunting. Really, I think a dog with an undocked tail would be easier to find in taller grass.

It's best to do that when the dog is young, a lot younger than 15 months old.
If I would do anything to my dogs, I'd remove the dew-claws.With a dog who's tail isn't docked, you'll just have to brush the tail.. which the dog should be brushed after a day out in the field to remove any burrs or anything from the coat.

Choosing Basics Dog Training Methods

• Dock or undock who cares. I hate docked tails...they look weird and unnatural and tails are there for a reason. Don't dock her.


• Well, i have a springer too. She was undocked to. until a realized it would be better to dock her. Docking was the best choice i ever made. Usually my springer would come home and i would have to clean her tail off and it was soooo annoying. You can hunt with a undocked dog its just difficult. So my suggestion is to dock her!


• Hunter Ethics..


• I hate docking, just do what you always do with a hunting dog, take it hunting.


• It has nothing to do with anything. In some countries tail docking is illegal. A field bred English springer spaniel in the US would generally have a very lightly docked tail anyway. The AKC standard is what the show bred dogs have. Ignore the whole docking thing.
  
  Check out: http://www.spanielsinthefield.com/ You should be able to locate a local/nearby field trial club.

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Dog Health Questions: Potty Training your puppy?

How long does it approx. take until a puppy is fully potty trained?

I am doing the ring the bell to go outside method. She understands to ring the bell, but she rings the bell not to go pee, but to play outside, and inside she pees/poops.

When I take her out to see if she has to go, she will either start to bite the leash like crazy, which I try to correct but she could do it for hours because its all a game or she will eat the grass. (literally rip the grass out of the ground.) So it is very difficult to even take her outside.

It becomes very frustrating. She is 10weeks old today, and got her 2 weeks ago. Can anyone give me advice that could help?

(Don't tell me to buy a dog training book, thanks!)

A Working Dog - Training

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A 10 week old puppy is a long way from being fully house trained, so be patient. You've obviously made ringing the bell the precursor to fun and games outside. If she's not paying attention outside, you need to find somewhere less exciting as her potty area. Ignore her when she starts tugging at the leash, and she should soon learn that such behaviour will only get her ignored. A martingale collar will also help you if you give it a quick 'pop' when she misbehaves.

Have you tried crate training? Ringing a bell is only part of house training - it shouldn't be the only method used. An internet search should get you lots of info on crate training, but you can download a good guide her to start: http://www.cratetraining.net

Remember, house breaking takes lots of patience, practise and consistency. Don't be discouraged if she doesn't get it right away. Good luck.

Universal Principles For Successful Dog Training

• When my puppy was being toilet trained it took her a few weeks. We tried the bell thing but she didn't really respond to it. So we put paper down all through the house and she learnt to pee on that and eventually we put down less paper and then put it by the back door and then the garden. She then understood to pee in the garden. As for ripping the grass out my puppy still does that but she's good on the leash. Hope this helps and good luck!


• it depends on the dog. my gsd puppy is now 5 months and has only been fully potty trained for about a month even though he will see someone and get excited and he still does a little tinkle. just praise your dog when she does her toilet outside! good luck!

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Dog Health Questions: This dog is forgetting everything everything she learned!?

My dog learned how to sit but after i taught her down, she forgot sit!
And now the dog training is too expensive. around 120 dollars.
how do i teach my dog more tricks without making her forget the other tricks?

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Every time you go to train her, do a run-through of what you've already learned.

For example, I have taught my Sheltie (9 y/o): sit, stay, come, speak, up, down.
I want to (and am teaching) the "lie" command. Before we begin, we run thorugh all the tricks/commands I have previously taught him, do some work, and finish up with the old stuff. And, of course, there is a lot of praise involved. You have to make it fun.

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• try persuading her to do things with treats but no trans fat ones =)


• use treats and positive reinforcements


• while teaching her new tricks reinforce the old ones. Don't just do the new trick all the time.


• Patience. Sometimes it takes dogs a little bit to grasp what they're learning. Consistency is the biggest factor. You have to be consistent and repetitive. If you want to introduce new tricks with old ones, keep doing the old ones all the while training for new tricks. Use small treats if you think they may help. Usually praise goes a long way, but sometimes an extra little tasty treat is just what the dog needs to remember that trick!


• use treats and lots of praise. if you do a command at least 3 times a day, throughout the day, your dog wont forget. practice helps and so do rewards.


• How old is this dog?
  Do you practice every exercise or "trick" several times each day?
  Has the dog known how to do this for at least 2 or 3 months?
  $120 for training is cheap compared to the damage an untrained dog can do. It's part of the expense of having a dog.
  If you need a less expensive course, try your local dog club. They have only volunteer trainers, so usually they have less experience than professionals, but not always. Many are good.


• You don't have to go to class. If you remember the obedience class and the commands, you can do this at home. We practice periodically so we don't forget.


• i think you should spend more time and repetition on the first trick, get the behaviour ie. 'sit' so he will respond anywhere and under different circumstances to the command. 'then' you can move on to the next trick you want to teach ie. the 'down' (but still keep doing the first behaviour also)


• Link the tricks together. Have her sit, then lay, then give the treat. When she gets the hang of that add stay. If you link them together she won't forget them.


• Let me sum this up in about 2 sentences. Dog training regardless of the level requires 3 things. Patience persistence and perseverance. Keep training fun keep training constantly and be willing to change things up to keep them fun. Build on old tricks by using the older ones as building blocks.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training question. Help!?

My 3 year old Husky/ German Shepherd mix has suddenly developed an avid interest in peeing on my patio furninture! I don't understand why he is suddenly doing that and I have no idea how to stop him! Please help - I'm tired of continuously hosing the chairs down!

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just because he is fixed dont stop a dog from marking. a fixed dog can just start marking if there is a reason for it. most dogs would start marking around his age as this is when all dogs mostly mature to its fullest. If there is no medical problems it could be just marking that his brain is set on. Maby there is cat or squirell or something going near your patio chairs and he smells it so hes marking saying this is my chair which could start the whole thing. I would only really worry if he just started peeing in your house for no reason. my 4 year old lab, did that a couple times and still would if i would let him. he also tryied to pee on my kids toys, swing set, on our porch, sandboxes, bombfire pit, bikes, flowers etc. It took a while but we never left him alone in the yard after that we would accually follow him around when he went out to pee, every time he went somewhere we didnt like we yell get and start towards him. If he started to pee we yell no and walk towards him. When we got close and he still peed we yell no, grabbed his collar and took him to a spot in the yard. took about a month for him to realize that we meant business, he knew the commands no and get but he would still try. after a month when he got to an area we say get and he would walk away. We kept working on it and would point him to one area of the yard to pee, mark,poop and its a big area. Took about 4 months total but he learned. He only pees, poops and marks that area so when he goes outside he heads right to his spot thats all his and does what he wants. Theres even a tree and some wood back there for him so hes peeing on something and not flat ground which they hate cause he lifts his leg.. Now dont get me wrong if we didnt watch him he would try and pee somewhere he shouldnt but we just say get and he hasnt peed on anything in about a year now. So so far so good. You just need to teach him not to pee on it as you would the house funriture.

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• You need to have him fixed.
  He's marking his territory because the testosterone in his system is telling him to do so.


• get him neutared if you havent yet. he is marking his territory.


• Is the dog fixed? Is he off leash when hes peeing? Are there any bushes for him to lift his leg on?


• if he is not neutered, then get him fixed. this will decreace the urge to go on the patio furniture and mark his territory, which is what he is doing. watch him when he is outside. if he goes near the furniture and looks like he is going to mark it, then tell him no, and make him walk away.


• . First clean the furniture as much as you can before starting the main training so most of the smell was gone. Some dogs pee in the same area because of it's smell. Then keep a close eye on your dog. If you see him starting to pee, make a loud "no" then take him out to go. This is what my friend did and she said that it worked.


• If he's not neutered, doing so now won't change his behavior. He's too old for that to work. Not that it shouldn't be done. Hose them down one more time and spray them down with vinegar to get rid of the smell so he's not so tempted to do it again. Good luck.


• Find where you would like for him to do his business and accompany him there and talk Baby Talk to him.... be consistent with him and soon he'll be headed to that one stop when it's time for him to go Pee..this way you get him sidetracked.
  Hope this works...it worked for my dog. They need attention!


• sounds awful but my shihtzu started doing the same thing i asked my dog groomer what was up she sed he was the only dog that wanted to pee up everything (how embarrassing) but its because he was a dominant dog and he was marking his territory - i haven't had him neutered only because i don't want his personality to change, but apparently this doesn't happen it is supposed to help them feel less agitated - its a personal choice (if my baxter became agitated i would without a doubt) you can only decide - i had to rearrange the furniture so he wouldn't pee up it xx

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Dog Health Questions: Please help! Dog training issues?

In order to be able to keep my dog for our new apartment I need to be able to "fix" the following issues. I just found out today that we need to move and have less then 2 weeks to do this please help! I dont have a lot of money and can not afford to buy "extras" for training like a clicker.

1) excessive barking
2) Is not completely house trained
3) If you open the door she runs out it, then will not come to you. This morning I chased her though our complex for 2 hours before being able to corner her.
4) Not listening..You call her name and she will ignore you unless she feels like answering you.

Dog Training

Recommended Answer:
1. Check out Cesar Millan's link below about barking.
2. You must take the dog out everytime she wakes up and after they eat.

Cesar (The Dog Whisperer) has video's and books out that will help you understand your dog!

What You Should Know About Dog Training Techniques

• sounds like your dog needs exercising. are you walking her twice a day (30 min each)? dogs that are kept inside have all this energy & need to release it. (the chase is evident of this.)
  you can buy a citronella collar from the pet store that will spray when she barks. it could be that she is bored also. walking her in AM & PM should help this as she will be tired/content & less agitated to bark. you can buy chew toys to entertain her during the day too. kong filled w/ peanut butter is a favorite of my dog.
  take her to the same place every day to do her business. she will smell the area & know it is time to "do it" there. place puppy pads in the kitchen or bathroom to catch any "accidents."
  good luck!


• With barking, you need to keep the dog occupied with something else. Make sure there are lots of toys available for your dog. Also, try to find the source of her parking, like if it's people walking around outside, close the blinds so she can't see.
  To house train, you need to take her out on a regular schedule every day, and praise her a lot when she goes outside.
  When you open the door, make sure she's on a leash so she can't get out. If you're the one leaving or trying to come in, try to block off the way to the door (eg, if it's a door in the kitchen, block her away from the kitchen so she can't get to the door).
  As for the not coming when you call her, that might take more time.
  You should go to the library to find some books on dog training. Also, a clicker is not an expensive extra. They only cost a couple bucks. You'll have to spend money on treats and such to help train her anyway. Is she a puppy? These are all traits of a very poorly trained dog.


• Obedience class can help you with each and every one of these issues. It is a must for a healthy, safe, happy dog. I bought a clicker for $1.98, if you can't afford that then how are your affording a dog and a move? Classes vary in price. Petsmart has affordable classes. You really need to invest the time and money into training your dog, for your sake, the dog's sake and the sake of your new neighbors. I paid $89 for a 'shock' collar for my dog. I picked one with a negative tone and a positive tone. I strictly use the tones and not the shocks, so it is harmless to him. I know that is quite pricey, but you must do something before you end up with thousands in vet bills after being hit by a car. Good luck! By the way, my 8 month old will stop in his tracks with one command, even when in hot pursuit of the cat! That is what puppy class did for us.


• I don't know of anyone who can train a dog in two weeks, but obedience will, as already pointed out, take care of every one of these issues. An untrained dog is not only a pain in the butt, it's basically a much less happy dog.


• Try getting a muzzle and get her to trust you a more give her treats to sit and go to a local petsmart after a dog class and ask the trainer for tips.Don,t yell at you,re dog while training and if dog looks restless or bored take a 30 minutes break from training and switch treats to keep him interested.


• I can't give you any magic answers nor quick fixes that are cheap or free. A good dog training book that can be checked out at the library might help you. "How To Raise a Puppy You Can Live With" is one that I recommend. Another is "How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend" . Many librarys have these free for check out. Place a cord on her collar (hopefully she is wearing a collar) so you can step on it as she bolts the door. This will also help with the listening issue as you can make her listen. Housetraining will be helped by using a crate and a cord as well as a schedule. Yapping is an issue with small dogs. Sounds like she is a brat and needs some discipline. A clicker will not train her. YOU!!! need to train her. You need to find a few dollars and engage a good trainer or class. Either that or find her another home. Sorry if this is harsh but this is reality.


• You haven't told us what breed she is. That would help to know just how much exercise and attention she needs. Also, how old is she? She definitely needs obedience training. Check with your local shelters (city/county/rescue) as they can direct you to an free or inexpensive one to help. If you do not get her trained, you will not be happy with her and she could end up as a problem dog in the shelter. Remember, you teach your children to behave and you should do the same thing with your pets. I am in the process of re-training an 8 mth lab/golden retreiver shelter dog to not be afraid of the word NO and house training her to her new name and safe home. It is sad that an 8 lb cat lifting his paw to a 45 lb dog causes the dog to hit the ground belly up. So please find a class to train your dog correctly.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training questions plzz help!?

i hav 2 questions.
1) i hav started training my dog without a cliker and now want to introduce a cliker is that possible even though he hasnt been trained with it before?
2) Where can i buy a clicker??

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Yes, you can begin using clicker training any time.

Most of your local pet supply type stores will carry them for a couple bucks a piece.

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• The idea behind the clicker is to give the dog instantaneous feedback that he has done something wonderful in your eyes, and a reward is forthcoming. It should still work because you are simply replacing whatever cue you were using before with the clicker. If you are unsure about how to do it, they have clicker training classes at petsmart.


• A clicker is not a type of device that you help train the dog it is just giving him a treat every time he does something correct. I don't think you should do this because your dog may want more and more treats. Just keep training him regularly


• Introducing a clicker can be done anytime, regardless if he was trained with (what I am assuming) a marker word.
  
  A clicker can be purchased at Petco, Petsmart, or any petstore or training website.


• Yes you can incorporate a clicker at any time ~ most can be purchased at any pet store; Petsmart, Petco etc....


• yes you can introduce a clicker. Petco usually has them

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Dog Health Questions: Need help! dog training?

going to start clicker training my dog. any tips or websites that can help me with techniques to get the best results??

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Recommended Answer:
http://www.clickertraining.com
http://www.dragonflyllama.com/%20DOGS/%2…
http://www.rewardingbehaviors.com

All great sites.

You can get a great clicker training e-book here http://www.canisclickertraining.com/

Obedience Training for Dogs - Training Guide

• Well the best results are done without a clicker.
  
  When you decide you really want to train your dog throw out the clicker and the cookies and seek out a traditional dog training method.
  
  http://www.koehlerdogtraining.com
  
  This method trains your dog brain not his stomach.
  Dogs do not have to be begged and bribed to obey.ADD: Well then if your dog is afraid of learning then the clicker is the best for him as he WON'T ACTUALLY Be learning anything.
  Contact a local AKC obedience club with real trainers when the clicker thing does not work out for you.


• well you need to follow this step by step im pretty sure it will give you help with any training ok
  1 go to animalplanet.com
  2 in the search bar type in ''sit'' for example. or ''down'' or ''shake'' anything
  3 click on the video that you want

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Dog Health Questions: What is your opinion on NILIF method of dog training?

*Nothing in Life is Free (too long for question title)

The Significance of Dog Training Videos

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It is great for pushy dogs who need to learn that you are the boss. For a dog that is afraid of people or has no self-confidence, a gentler, more reassuring training method is needed.

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• First off, NILIF is NOT a dog training method. Just because you use NILIF in your home does not mean you don't train your dog as well.
  
  NILIF is simply a way to live life with a strong personality breed, to teach the dog who is in control and eliminate all the conflict that can happen. It is a set of rules to help you stay in charge of your pack.
  
  @ Keria- there is nothing in the NILIF theory that says you feed your dog after you eat. That is a Cesar Millan garbage dominance idea. You can feed your dog whenever you want, as long as the dog gives you a sit and doesn't start until you give a release command. It isn't working because you don't understand it.
  
  http://k9deb.com/nilif.htm


• It, or a modified version of it, works well for some dogs, but there is no one size fits all dog training method. I use what works for that particular dog, but NILIF is in my "tool box".
  
  Since most of the dogs I train are not mine, NILIF also has to be something the owner will do and it will not work for people who spoiled, made excuses for etc. their dogs into a behavior problem. It will work for dedicated owners who will do what you tell them because they really want to fix the dog.
  
  It has worked very well for some really awful foster dogs that I have had. They send me all the psycho ones LOL


• It's a great idea as long as it's done with love and benevolence. You don't have to be mean or scary to make it happen.
  A good book on this is How to be the Leader of the Pack and Have Your Dog Love You For It. By Patricia McConnell
  
  SAPAWS
  San Antonio Express News City Brights
  
  Positive reinforcement works. Those who say it doesn't, probably aren't executing it correctly
  TV is for entertainment


• Iffy about it.
  
  I tried some of the basic tips it gives on my dog to see if it would dent her bad behavior. (I still do it everyday without fail)
  
  I feed the dog after I eat, don't give her affection when she asks for it, don't give her treats/attention unless she does something to earn it, etc.
  
  No change in her behavior what-so-ever.
  
  I don't think it works.


• For a dog with any type of issue I am 100% for it. The average dog not so much.

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Dog Health Questions: I am looking for a service dog training for my beagle in WI?

I am looking for someone or a program that trains dogs for the disabled, don't have really any money, but I have hope.
I have a lower form autism and I have sever social anxiety/social detachment. My therapist suggested to looking into having a service dog training,
so I can be more independent. It would be very helpful to me to find someone or something,
I would love to go to the store and not have melt downs cause of people, sounds, and along with minor delays.
People don't realize that they take a lot for granted, especially when they are out in the big world. I have to admit that it is a scary place.
I do live alone with three dogs, which was a big step of what little independence I have, but I never come out of my house.
I function at a degree where I am comfortable in my own little world.
My mother takes care of me, she takes care of all the major, but basic everyday things (shopping, bills, etc.). I took it upon myself
to find what I am looking for. I call it the great mission, it would be wonderful to take another baby step. If I can find someone
with an understanding of my disability and what I am looking for, I be happy as rain.

I do have a awesome dog AKC beagle with a good temperament. I got him last year from Racine WI, he is going to be 2 on August 15th
and his name is Ollie. I take him all over the place along with his brother (plott hound), well not really all over, to my mother's house and back.
He is a follower and he loves to please, very determined little guy, especially when food is involved.
I was suggested by a family member to have him trained, beagles are such hard workers, some think otherwise.
Well any way, if anyone has information please let me know via email but put "Beagle" in the subject.

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Hey!! (:

~*Here are a few sites I found for you:

http://www.wags.net/

http://www.canineassistants.org/

~*And here are some address to some local service dog places:

**Wisconsin**

Dogs For Independence Inc.
P O Box 71338
Shorewood, WI 53211
(414) 964-3341
(414) 962-9649 FAX
email: info@dfiinc.org
Types of dogs trained: Service, Hearing, Therapy
Areas served: Milwaukee - county area only

Wisconsin Academy for Graduate Service Dogs, Inc. (WAGS)
Aaron Backer
1338 Dewey Ct.
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 250-WAGS
email: info@wags.net

Canine Command
Anne Vaini
Eau Claire, WI
(715) 529-3196
email: anne@canine-command.com
Types of dogs trained: Service, Therapy
Areas served: Within 60 miles of Eau Claire

Wisconsin Correctional Liberty Dog Program
Sanger B Powers Correctional Ctr.
N8375 Country Line Rd
Oneida, WI 54155
(920) 869-1095
(920) 869-2650 FAX

I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck!!! (:

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training tips?

Anyone know of a good site with dog training advice for dogs from puppies (and puppy challenges) on?

Dog Training Advice - Tips That You Can Use

Recommended Answer:
http://www.dogtraininghq.com/resources/

We have a new pup, as we lost Our Brandy back in February due to tainted food from the recall.

We paper trained him at first due to the weather, now he goes outside- whenever we catch him trying to relieve himself in the house, we pick him up and take him out.
We are now trying to get him to stop nagging our feet, he likes to run after and playfully bite our feet. This has been a challenge. He is stubborn but is learning quick.
Good luck with your pup- I didn't want to start over again, but the pain from our loss was so intense, it was the only way to help us through the emptiness in our hearts and home.
{{hugz}}

Find Out About Purchasing Yourself Some Dog Training Books, They Could Really Be Quite Helpful

• Not websites but I got a cool book on sale at Barnes and Noble called "games dogs play". It is great! 2 of my dogs are geniuses and learned quick. my chihuahua is *ahem* not as bright... but of course your dog will be fine. Train em young and have some fun!


• Check out pawpersuasion.com many articles on puppy traing


• www.so-easy-dog-training.com


• Whole Dog Journal
  There are several complete free articles which will help you
  immediately and a lot more if you subscribe.
  http://www.whole-dog-journal.com/sample/…


• Here might be a good resource for you:
  http://www.puppysites.com/training.shtml
  Scroll down to dog-training-sites.com. There you will find free dog training tips and more.
  Hope this helps.


• I recommend the book and video, "Good Owners, Great Dogs" by Brian Kilcommons. Brian is a very well known trainer, and his methods place heavy emphasis on kindness, firmness and reward, and not on repetitive exercises, loud voice and punishment. The book is good, but in combination with the video, really gives you a fairly comprehensive overview of training your puppy how to be obedient, and to stop doing things you find unacceptable.
  
  Obedience classes are even better. Check with your vet or local kennel club. Puppies are allowed to enroll as soon as their vaccinations are complete, and it doesn't matter if your dog is purebred or just a mutt.


• Hi ,
  Well i found this really helpful guide ,its a really professional training called sit stay fetch , to teach you how to train your dog by yourself , http://dogobediencetraining.co.nr , its a easy step by step book
  Hope this helps you with your dog


• Maybe your dog is NOT a well-behaved dog.But whatever your reasons are,It is NOT your dog' fault.In fact,dogs are very very clever.They just need to be trained.But, dog training method could not be expressed clearly just by single sentence.It requires some basic professional knowledges.Well, to gain those knowledges is not that difficult.SO you do NOT need those professional dog trainer and you do NOT need some 12–week dog obedience training plan where you do almost the same thing each week.Yourself can also become an excellent dog trainer in several hours.So If you want to learn what it really takes to transform your dog's behavior problems,understand and communicate with your dog now,you can visit the site listed below.It provide you with the most popular and easiest dog training Guide.There is the easiest method to make your dog to listen to you in the shortest period of time.
  
  Here: http://www.dogstraining.info
  
  GOOD LUCK TO YOU AND YOUR DOG!!!

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training? how long should i stick with a trick before teaching another one?

i have a 4 month old chihuahua i am training. yesterday was our first training day! within an hour she knew "sit" and "lay down". i thought i would just work on the these two tricks for a week and then add a new one. but i want to know how long before you add another one? any advice is great! thanks!!!

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That varies from dog to dog. If your dog is really smart you can just keep adding new ones as soon as they master the one you teach them. The main thing is to keep training sessions to 5-15 minutes at a time and quit before your dog does. Keep it fun and make sure to refresh them on the "old" tricks they already know from time to time. Dogs love a challenge and as long as you don't cram to many "new" tricks before they learn the ones you're teaching you'll be fine. Have fun :)

Train Your Dog - Benefits and Tips For Successful Dog Training

• Anytime you want. Just make sure you keep reinforcing the other commands you are giving her.
  Sounds like you are doing a great job.
  Keep it up!


• Congratulations on your new little girl, first of all.
  
  Second, the general idea amongst trainers regarding time is- there is no set time. BUT when you are 100% certain that your dog knows the first command and will perform it when you say to at least 90% of the time, you can add a new command. But, don't forget about the ones prior when teaching something new. And, if I may, you should always take into consideration the kind of dog you have (chihuahuas can be very difficult to train, btw- they are smart- but they are moody and tempermental, too), the age, and the physical ability (i.e. with older dogs, generally). A 4 month old chi an hour at a time is really the most you should give her in one day. And, dog obedience classes are always-always- good (for the socialization as much as the training).
  
  Just the fact that you asked indicates that you are going to be great working with her. Training can be frustrating at times, but it can be a lot of fun for both of you-and it is invaluable as far as bonding goes. Good luck to you both- may you have many happy years together.


• Here is a site with some great chihuahua training tips:
  
  http://www.chihuahuainfoonline.com/2009/…
  
  http://www.chihuahuainfoonline.com/2009/…

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Dog Health Questions: Can anyone give me good suggestions for a book on dog training?

See my question from yesterday for more details.

The Basic Commands For Dog Training

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Culture Clash and Dogs are from Neptune, both by Jean Donaldson. How to Teach a New Dog Old Tricks by Ian Dunbar. The Other End of the Leash by Patricia McConnell. These are some great ones to start with. They are easy reads and the ideas and methods are the best out there in my opinion. People will suggest Caesar Milan, but in my opinion he is a crackpot.

Dog Training - How to Train Your Dog in 15 Minutes - Is it Possible?

• well i dont know of a book, but give cesar millan a call! hes a miricle worker.


• PetSmart usually has a good selection of dog training books and they have classes, if you so choose.


• I like Jan Fennell's, The Dog Listener. I think now it comes as one book with the practical guide she also wrote, but make sure you get the practical guide or you'll feel lost. She deals with a lot of problem dogs and uses a whole life approach. I would also suggest The Dog Whisperer on DVD (this is the ORIGINAL dog whisper, Paul Owens, NOT Cesar Milan). His production is not as slick as National Geographic, but it's all positive reinforcement and he won't tell you to do dangerous, stupid things, like "alpha rolls."


• Check out this ebook it has some ideas that may be useful to you: http://www.leerburg.com/pdf/dealingwitha…


• Hi ,
  Here is a really professional training called sit stay fetch , to teach you how to train your dog by yourself , http://dogobediencetraining.co.nr , its a easy step by step book
  Hope this helps you with your dog

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training question for consumers not trainers...?

What makes dog training classes worth it to you?
How much do you think an hour of one-on-one training w/ a certified trainer is worth?
What about an eight week group obedience class?
What do you think is the best day(s) and time to take a training class?
What do you look for in a trainer?

A Beginner's Guide to Dog Training

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What makes dog training classes worth it to you?
- An obedient dog is a happy dog. Dogs are like children; they need boundaries and structure (some more than others; I have a pit bull mix and he needs ALOT of structure!) and thrive under strong, fair leadership. Training classes are a fun way to for both dog and owner to establish, understand, and get used to their respective roles. Opportunities for socialization and structured practice of skills also makes training classes appealing.

How much do you think an hour of one-on-one training w/ a certified trainer is worth?
- $20-25 per session

What about an eight week group obedience class?
-$75-100 is reasonable

What do you think is the best day(s) and time to take a training class?
- Definitely Saturdays, mornings are best. Evenings after work and dinner may work for some as well.

What do you look for in a trainer?
- Knowledge of material
-Competent application of a theoretical framework
-Knowledge of a variety of canine breeds and their unique personalities, behaviors, and learning styles
- Firm belief in positive reinforcement techniqes
- Understanding of canine behavior
-Patience
-Kindness and empathy shown to both dogs and humans
-Sense of humor

A Working Dog - Training

• What makes dog training classes worth it to you?
  fun
  
  How much do you think an hour of one-on-one training w/ a certified trainer is worth?
  Maybe 15-20 dollars
  
  What about an eight week group obedience class?
  $100
  
  What do you think is the best day(s) and time to take a training class?
  Sat morning so everyone can come for a group class. Evenings if it is one-on-one.
  
  What do you look for in a trainer?
  Two things-- value, ability to train a dog


• 1. Distractions to help really train a dog so that it will be obedient in the situations it needs to be obedient in and not just when there is nothing to distract it.
  
  2. A one hour one on one training with a 'certified' trainer isn't worth squat as 'certification' means nothing and one on one doesn't do anything.
  
  3. An 8 week group class with a GOOD trainer that can teach and actually has some capabilities is worth a lot - depending upon where you live will depend upon the cost - likely around 80 - 150.
  
  4. The best days and times are when you can get to it - that is dependent upon a lot of things but usually evening classes during the week.
  
  5. I look for a trainer that isn't a one trick pony - that doesn't just utilize one technique and is knowledgeable about a LOT of different techniques to help work with different dogs AND different people. I don't care about 'certification' as that is just someone paid money to someone to give them a piece of paper. I look for someone who is and has been successful trainng their own dogs and a variety of them to a variety of titles and has also successfully trained people to train their dogs to various titles.


• Certified with who? As far as I know, there is no licensing for dog trainers.
  
  I'm in NYC and I pay $160 for an 8 week class for advanced obedience (training in Open level competitive obedience). The obedience and agility instructors that I know, that have been competing successfully for years with many different breeds, not just BC's or Goldens and have attended many different Nationals and Championship charge appxo $80 an hour.
  
  I look for a trainer that does not have a "one size, fits all" philosophy. That has success with showing and training
  "non-obedience" breeds. I would not use someone who uses the Kholer method. I would look for someone who is a fair and balanced trainer, who understands clicker and positive motiviation and doesn't rely on choke chains and prong collars for control
  
  Being certified doesn't mean squat to me. That doesn't mean you actually have any knowledge of dogs or have actually trained any dogs of their own. Train a dog to Utility level AKC/UKC obedience.


• look for a trainer that does not have a "one size, fits all" philosophy. That has success with showing and training
  "non-obedience" breeds. I would not use someone who uses the Kholer method. I would look for someone who is a fair and balanced trainer, who understands clicker and positive motivation and doesn't rely on choke chains and prong collars for control
  
  This statement is a contradiction!
  clicker & positive motivation is a "one size, fits all" philosophy.
  
  A balanced trainer knows how to several tools, and will use what is necessary for that dog!
  
  Some dogs DON"T like clickers or the sound they make, so clicker would NOT be the tool for that dog

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Dog Health Questions: How can i train my dog, I suck at dog training?

Hello. I am thinking of training my dog, which is a 2 year maltipoo (Maltese and Poodle mix). The thing is....that i suck at training. All I have managed to teach my dog is ''Sit'' and that was two years ago! (lol)
So, if you have any good training tips, please share them with me!
Thank you!

Electronic Dog Training Collars

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Concentrate on showing your dog what to do and then praising for that.

As a habit we humans tend to focus on what the dog is doing wrong and how are we supposed to correct etc. When you take that part out of the equation and start to show your dog what to do all the time the default behavior of the dog goes to that rather than to doing things wrong and getting corrected... which also becomes a habit.

I once did an experiment at a dog trainer's school as I was instructing new professional trainers how to train dogs. I took the verbal communication out of the picture and had them show the dog what they wanted it to do by calmly gesturing and helping the dog into the right position, (sit, down, shake, stay, etc) using your hands and body language.

The dogs responded by learning the particular task much quicker.

So pretend your dog cannot hear your language (sort of true anyway), show your dog what to do physically and reward for the behavior, then start adding the word to the action. Take the "NO" and the corrections out of the picture and you probably will get much further than you are now!

Good luck and enjoy the process with your dog. After all, we are all looking to wag a little more in life!

The Benefits Of Dog Training Classes

• Be firm. Dont be a push over and dont let the dog rule the roost. If you suck at training then take the dog to classes. Simple. The ones in my area are only £4 a session so they arent expensive.


• Take an obedience class. They are fun, your dog will get to socialize, and you'll learn how to train your dog from a pro.
  
  I did it, and it was only like $50 for a 6 week session...Lessons once a week for 1 1/2 hours each. Call your Vet or local animal shelter to find out about obedience classes in your area.
  
  Short of that, there are lots of good books on how to train dogs.


• I got my 2yr old jack russell to do sit, lie down and paw and im attempting to get her to do beg lol:) i got her to lie down by pointing to the ground and she did paw one day and i then made her do it everyday by offereing her my hand. Lots of praise, treats, and encouragement and im sure your maltipoo will be a well trained dog in no time:) Good luck.


• Food, lots of praise, and keep training sessions short and fun!


• well you did the right thing to try to train the dog as a puppy. You have to be straight forward with the dog be sure to use lots of treats and remember that eventually the dog will get tired or frustrated. You need to work with the dog a lot. Also try Baron's Dog Bibles you can get it at any bookstore and it has a great training video. you have to pick the book that has the type of dog you have on the front. Since its a mix you can do a Maltese or a Poodle. Or any other training video so that you can learn the basic commands and even some fun commands like speak, rollover, etc. My fog is a 4 month old yellow lab and is stubborn but knows sit,stay,come,lay down, rollover, speak, shake and lots more. And if you have a stubborn dog be sure to take a deep breath before training! so give it a try and GOOD LUCK


• Why not obedience classes?
  
  Clearly, you're struggling at training your dog. Obedience classes are there specifically for people like you!!
  
  £2 per week, half an hour of my time and we get excellent tuition at our class.

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Dog Health Questions: What are some of the easiest things we could build at home for a dog training course?

What are examples of a dog training course?

Dog Training Schools - How to Pick a Good School

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well you need a seesaw and bendable poles and a play tube and just rearrange them around in your yard and practice every day<3333
good luck hun

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• Easy you can put a broom handle on top of two buckets or rocks or whatever will keep it in the air and you can use that for jumping practice.You can also put a piece of board on top of a cup or something and that can be used to test the dog's balance.Though I think what I'm talking about is for a dog agility trial .Who knows this could work too.(I hope)


• This site show examples of homemade equipment
  http://www.dogbegood.com/equipment.html
  
  And here is instructions to make some
  
  http://www.peak.org/~helix/Agility/
  
  http://www.mountainviewdogs.com/store/ub…
  
  http://www.caninecrib.com/dog/training/a…
  
  http://www.mfrye.com/agilityeq/


• If you are talking about an agility practice course, it is very easy to build some of the basic obstacles. The jumps are very easy to build out of PVC piping and some fittings, plus a PVC cutter tool is very helpful. You have to look for the specialty 4-way connector fittings for the bases of the jumps, which I found only at OSH hardware, not Lowes or Home Depot.
  I think when I was making some extra jumps, I bought a dozen full-size 1/2 inch pipes, cut them down to size, and was able to make six or seven standard jumps for my dogs, at various heights with pre-cut jump cups.
  
  For a tunnel, you can get a super easy and cheap kids play tunnel for beginners practice.
  Oh, and one of my clients told me they recently found some mini obstacles at Target the other day. She said she got a mini tunnel, a tiny dog walk, and some other items.
  
  Weave poles are also easy to make.
  Just cut up some PVC in to the ideal height for your dog, get some camping tent ground stakes, and nail the stakes in to the pipes. These make for great training tools and are very portable.
  
  As for the contact obstalces, those are a bit trickier to construct and you must be capable with wood, a saw, and nails and such.
  
  You can find complete plans for building a whole course online.

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