Dog Health Questions: Where do you get a dog trained and sertisfied to become a survice dog?

The reason I am asking is My younger dog Titan helped me the other day. I suffer from falling down and sometimes I can't get up. Well this happened the other day so I called Titan because I know Raven my older dog can't help me. Well he came running and stopped right beside me I grabbed his collar in the front and started to lift myself up. Well all he did was move all 4 legs out just a little bit to with stand my weight and i got up. I am thinking he might be a good dog for me to have as a service dog because like I said sometimes I can't get up. I can have surgery but can't afford it. Can you please help me. I am calling vets to find a trainer to train him the rest of the way and certify him.

Thanks

I have tried Paws for a cause but they say he is 2 old to be trained now. Titan is 2 years old.

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In the US, there is no requirement for certification of service dogs.

In order to qualify, both the handler and the dog must meet certain criteria.

1) The handler must be disabled per the ADA. Most conditions have people who are disabled and some that aren't. It is not the diagnosis that matters but how it affects the person.

2) The dog must be trained to do something to that the handler can not do because of the disability. What qualifies as a task for one team may not be for another team. For example, my disability makes it dangerous for me to stoop, bend, or kneel down to pick up items, so my service dog is trained to pick up dropped objects and things that are on low shelves. But, if a persons disability doesn't prevent them from get such items, then that would be a bonus but would not qualify as a task.

3) The dog must be trained to behave properly in public. This is the longest and hardest part of the service dog training process. Most dogs don't have the proper temperament to handle public access work. If you do not have a great deal of experience in the advanced training of dogs, you will need to hire a trainer to both evaluate and assist in the training of the dog.

It takes 18 mo - 2 years to fully train a service dog. Whether or not you will have public access rights with a dog in training will depend on your state laws. The ADA only covers fully trained service dogs.

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• If you qualify for a service dog you can get one issued to you free of charge.
  
  Contact "Service Dogs of America" to see what you qualify for. See if they will help you train your dog or provide you with one. Some of the training starts at the age of 8 weeks.
  
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• you contact trainers in your area and see if any of them will assist with the training.
  
  there's no "certification".. but the dog must be reliably trained and socialized.


• First, there is no such thing as "certification" for service dogs in the United States. In order to have a service dog, you must meet the legal definition of "disabled" and the dog must meet the legal definition of "service dog". The dog must be individually trained to do something for you that you cannot do for yourself because of your disability.
  
  Unless a trainer has advanced obedience experience and experience training service dogs, you are not likely to find someone who will be able to help you in this instance.
  
  Service dogs that accompany their disabled handlers into places of public accommodation are temperament tested and highly trained. It generally takes 18-24 months to train a service dog. The fact that your dog is 2 years old puts you at a disadvantage because by the time he was fully trained, he would be approximately 4. Socialization and early exposure to a variety of situations is very important to raising and training a service dog that is fit for public access work.
  
  A service dog also needs to be healthy. Hip and joint xrays need to be done to be sure that your dog can assist you with mobility safely.
  
  My advice to you is that you consider contacting a reputable service dog organization and apply for a dog that is properly trained to assist you. If you are losing your sight, you may continue waiting until you have successfully completed orientation and mobility training and apply for a guide dog that is cross-trained in mobility work.
  
  A great place to service for resources on choosing a program and deciding whether or not a service dog is for you is Service Dog Central: http://www.servicedogcentral.org/content…


• talk to a trainer and ask who trains for service dogs
  trainer at petsmart knows of one in cincinnati

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Dog Health Questions: Can you have your dog trained to be an attack dog?

to protecdt your home and not hurt family members

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There is a difference between protection dogs and attack dogs.

Attack dogs theoretically would go after just about anything that moves. Police dogs, although trained to defend their owners are more of an attack dog since they will go after anyone that they are directed to bring down. They should be approachable.

True protection dogs only attack when their owner is threatened.

Now, how does your dog decide that Uncle John, who your family hasn't seen in ten years, is part of your family or an intruder?

Most importantly, having a protection dog implies LOTS of responsibilities.

If your dog is sitting in your back yard and the next door neighbor's kid comes over and accidentally runs in to your dog and your dog bites the kid, guess what? You don't have enough insurance to cover the situation. The people will sue you for everything that you own.

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• Yes, but its a lot of work. You have to know proper words for different actions. Plus you have to be on your guard when it comes to the dog all the time if they are taught to defend against intruders. Wouldn't want your dog to accidentally hurt one of your friends.
  
  So, consider all of the pros and cons and do your research before investing in something like this.


• yeah a dog can do anything


• Not if you have any brain cells. Why would you want to take the risk of him attacking an innocent person? If you want to do that then put him in a secure kennel all day...better yet, give me your name and number and I will call the local Humane Society and they will pick him up and give him a home where he is loved and cared about.


• well..........................maybe i dont really know but i think you would have to be a good dog trainer to teach a dog how to do that


• im not so sure i like the word "attack". Most dogs will protect their people when threatened . Also most dogs can "sense" when there is an unwanted visitor in your home


• No there is no attack school..you get mean aggressive dogs from poor owners who don't socialize their dogs, and mistreat them.


• Ask these people.
  http://www.guarddogtraining.com.au/html/…


• You can get "a" dog trained to do anything....however your dog may not fit the bill.....and a trained dog is considered a deadly weapon and if it attacks anyone who isn't armed you are in big trouble.....


• Yes you can, but why do you want to. Why would you want your dogs to be aggressive to others.


• Titally!I trained my chihuahua to eat peoples ankles until they fell,then eat their butts.
  
  JUST KIDDING!!!!!
  But yeah,I think so.


• You can get a book of that how to train your dog, or may ask Vet. workers they will give you 2 choice to use it.


• why would you want your dog to be an attack dog that's just wrong


• Yes you can. But if you love your dog and treat him or her well, then they will naturally be protective of you and your family. Training your dog to attack on command seems like a lot of money for something unnecessary, and which could cause huge problems down the line.


• Dogs are naturally somewhat protective of home and family by nature. As several others posted, why do you feel a need for a trained attack dog? There are licensed trainers that do train dogs for security services, watch dogs, etc. Not all dogs are of the nature to be a "trained" attack dog. The dogs trained for K9 are carefully selected.
  
  Any dog that knows it has a good home and family will be as protective as it can be, with size and all. Some breeds have stronger instincts and more "trainable'.
  
  My pack is all rescued dogs of various mixes and ages. They have never been actually trained to protect me or property but they sure would not let a "stranger" walk into the yard, let alone the house. I would be well alerted by the barking and fuss in plenty of time to call 911. If you teach your dogs the basic behaviour traits that are needed and the specific words to put it "on alert" that is really all that is needed.
  
  My dogs know certain words and body signals to alert them if someone I don't know is at the property. I can also let them know it is "ok-settle" to back off. Just takes repetition of words, actions and some treats. A dog does not have to be agressive to be protective of family. Or to bark when strangers come around. Or not bark at family and friends.


• Yes. There are trainers that can train dogs to be guard dogs and listen to special commands. They train them almost like police dogs. A lot of celebs have german shephards trained like this. The trainer that trained them sold his dogs for upwards or $10,000 b/c they were so well trained. Its amazing. It is possible , but I probably depends on the breed of dog and if its easily trainable.


• it is natural instinct for any dog to protect its family - it doesn't need to be trained.
  
  it does need to be trained not to see itself dominate over people - with out that training a dog is a nuisance at least or a danger at worst.
  
  so it is more important to teach your dog NOT to be an attack dog.


• You don't need to... Just the dog being in your home is a great deterrent to someone with bad intentions.. Unless you are up to something very illegal, a normal person shouldn't need anything more than a dog in the home..


• There are trainers who do this! You need to really know what you want and have a professional do the training. This is a very important decision and needs to be approached with due caution!


• Dogs have natural instincts, to protect their home and family members. They do not need to be traine, to be an attack dog.
  They will naturally protect you, when they feel like you or your home, are being threatened in any way.

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Dog Health Questions: What is some good ways to start looking into opening a dog rescue?

I'm a sophomore in high school and I've been looking around for colleges that have the best dog training classes. I haven't been able to find any that I really like. Any help there??

Also about the rescue, I want to open a rehabilitation center for abused and neglected Pits (Yes I know that is not their breed).

All I really know is that I will have to find a place to hold them all (lots of land) plus be able to keep the shelter up and support the animals. I also know that I would have to do it in a place that doesn't have BSL (which I think is stupid!)

So I get the main idea, I know it will be tons of work, and I will have to be able to care for each and every animal. I am currently working at the Humane Society in my area, so I understand how much work is put into caring for so many animals.

I would not limit the rescue center to only be for Pits, mostly bully breeds and breeds with bad reps, but I would be more than willing to take in other breeds. I care far to much for Pits and other misunderstood breeds to go by and know that while I am sitting here, many of them are being put down from lack of space at shelters. I want to make an impact in today's society and educate the nonbelievers about this breed. No race should be judged, meaning we have no right to judge certain breeds of dogs. Every breed, no matter if Golden Retriever or Rottweiler need a structured home. One with rules from a devoted owner. But at last I am not saying that all of the dogs in any of these breeds are not vicious, I am simply saying that with right training and care they could all be perfect family dogs. No dog should be trained to kill one another, it is a horrid thing. But then again, humans are cruel beings. Ones that would rather see something else be hurt then themselves...

Anyways! Enough rambling from me. About the Rescue and courses to take in the near future...any help?

Thanks and advance!

Dedicated to my little angel, Holly Marie Lynn Kibbles <3

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1) Let's start with the "training college."

First off, i am not a fan of most training colleges/programs - they tend to focus on one or two methods and poo-poo others. Some do not give you the hands on work you need with multiple breeds, others don't give you any at all. There is no "real world" experience at most of these things.

You need to attend seminars upon seminars. Study up and read books on several different training methods. Your BEST bet would be to actually find a few trainers and behaviorists to mentor under - work for THEM for a while in addition to various shelters. Get your hands on work in, and learn as many methods as possible.

2) Opening a Rescue. A VERY noble idea. However there is a lot you need to consider.

First being the cost - you're looking at $100,000 or more for suitable land (if you can find it according to any LAWS in your area in regards to kennels). You're looking at $50,000 or more to put up a suitable building with suitable amenities. You're looking at thousands for LEGAL fees alone - building permits, contracts, etc. You're looking at a couple hundred bucks PER DOG in your care, not counting vet fees for illness/injury or medical outbreaks. Then you'll need to pay vets, employees, etc.

It is NOT going to be cheap. You are almost going to HAVE to have some sort of full time job making a good sum per year before you could even begin to think about opening a rescue. You will need tons of experience and tons of help.

You will need EXPERIENCED people to help handle the dogs you wish to help. You will need lawyers (just in case.)

I suggest you get in contact with other large-scale rescues and talk to them about their beginnings (if they're willing to talk about it.) DogTown (Best Friends Animal Society) in Utah comes to mind. Villalobos Pit Bull Rescue in California is another.

it might be best to start out small as a foster. Work your way up in the shelter system and start offering help rescuing once you've established your credibility. Work with their dogs, find them homes.

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• This isnt really gonna answer your question.. but i would suggest working at a rescue like that to get a feel for what it takes to run one...


• Consult the SPCA


• I admire your goal. There is a great need for no-kill shelters for bully breeds and almost every shelter in the country is challenged by the number of pit bulls they need to house. Opening a shelter is a very expensive proposition. Most communities have zoning regulations for kennels and shelters that mean you have to be on the outskirts of town to have such a facility. It is also expensive to operate a shelter. you need people, food, building, permits,etc. Opening up a new facility takes a lot of money, time and resources. My suggestion would be to work with one of your local shelters to pursue your goal. You'll learn about shelter operation. You could also focus on becoming a dog trainer to help some of these troubled dogs become better pets (like the Dog Whisperer). Almost every shelter faces this problem and would welcome your help.

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Dog Health Questions: Should I get a dog if my husband doesn't want one?

I currently have two very old dogs that I love dearly, but all they do now is eat and sleep. thank God they're healthy and comfortable. I recently quit working, and don't plan on going back. I have been studying animal behavior and training, and love it, and eventually would love to start a dog training business. Right now I would love to have a companion dog that I can hike with, go to the dog park and train, possibly agility. My husband travels extensively, my kids are in college. My husband says he REALLY REALLY does not want a third dog, but he's not even home that much. I really would love to rescue a young dog as a companion for myself, but hubby will not budge. Should I insist and get one, or forget the whole idea?

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I think you are being very selfish. Hate to say it, but sometimes the truth hurts.

You share your life with your husband.
Your husband is obviously the sole provider to your family.
If he doesn't want another bill on his hands - that is his decision and you should be respecting that.

Enjoy the time left you have with your senior dogs - as I'm sure they probably wouldn't enjoy a new pup in their midst either. Let them live out the rest of their time quietly and comfortably.

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• No. This is about respect for your husband as your partner more than it is about your desire for instant gratification. Wait until one or both of your current dogs passes and perhaps he'll be willing to accept a new dog into the house. He has to pay for the vet care and feeding, not you. Please respect this.


• no. you need to agree together. i know how exciting getting a new dog is but think about your old one and help them through their last stages of their lives.
  
  maybe after one of your dogs has passed away (not straight after) you could suggest getting another dog. just be patient.
  
  also getting another to soon will be ignoring your husband and putting a strain on your relationship. its not worth it and what if your husband forces you to take your dog back and then the dog wont have a home.
  
  your husband might have a very good reason not to get one maybe he doesnt have the money or cant handle 3 dogs. just thin about it.
  
  Good Luck :)


• If your dogs a very old, chances are their time is limited. I would wait until one passes.
  
  If you're not working, then your husband is the financial provider of the family. HE does not want a third dog, and it should be a family decision, especially if HE is the one that will financially support the animal.


• This is a decision you and your husband need to make together. If he doesn't want another dog, then you need to respect his wishes. If your dogs are already "very old" I'm sure your husband wouldn't mind getting another once one of your current ones passes. Just be patient. Until then, look into volunteering for a pet rescue--they always need people to walk dogs. Plus, with you not having your job right now, a third dog is the last thing you need to deal with.


• Let me give you a word of advice- stay married long enough and your husband will be EXACTLY like your old dogs.
  
  Since your dogs are old, chances are their time is limited.
  
  Be an adult and let at least one pass before gettinga new dog.
  
  This really is not worth straining the relationship.
  
  Since you have nothing to do and your husband is working his rear off to support you and the children I suggest you respect him on his wishes that he has voiced.
  
  The fact that you are asking at all is pretty ridiculous, makes me think this is not the marriage that produced the chldren who are in college.


• How can you insist when taking another dog into your home doesn't effect only you? Why not compromise on getting a new dog when one or both of the dogs you have passes? This is one of the reasons dogs get dumped back in shelters. A rescue will not sell you a dog unless everyone in the house agrees anyhow


• It would probably be a bad idea to get one behind his back, so you'll have to convince him. What are the reason he doesn't want another? Is it just because he doesn't want three in the house? Does he not want to take care of it? Pay for it? Tell him that you'll cover all the care and expenses, so he doesn't need to worry about it. I don't know if that would help, but it's really all I can think of. Have you told him all the reasons you want another? If you can't convince him, I guess you'll have to wait...


• Nope. it's like bringing home a baby when it's not wanted. Wait until your older dogs are gone and then get a dog. If you're bored and need companionship, volunteer at your local shelter.


• NO - a pet should be wanted by everyone in the house. Not far to bring in a pet w/o the other's consent as it will cause more problems.
  
  When your old dogs are gone, then talk about bringing in a new pet.


• Just tell him it wandered into the garage one night and you started taking care of it. ;)


• Forget the whole idea until you and your husband can come to an agreement. Part of marriage is making decisions jointly. If you bring home another dog, he's going to resent it, and likely (even if subconsciously) he will take out that resentment on either you or the dog. No pet should ever be brought home without each member of the household agreeing they want it.
  
  As you've got all this free time on your hands now, start volunteering somewhere. A local shelter would be a good fit if you want to interact with some more active dogs while doing something good at the same time.


• Hum. Only you know what your husband's reaction is likely to be if you go ahead and buy another puppy. Coming from living with a husband who, even if he wasn't totally on my side, went along with his odd wife, I'm at a loss to understand why he won't indulge you, especially given your current circumstances which I would have said were ideal. Have you explored why he's not with you over this? Financial perhaps? Or does he know he's going to experience heartbreak when your two oldies die, and is trying to protect himself from that ever happening again?
  
  I do believe you need to sit down with him if you can, and get to the bottom of this.
  
  ps I had a friend who's husband absolutely hated her involvement in her dogs. It was pathetic - like a spoilt child who resented her spending any time with the dogs and not with him....... and if she went to a show, all h*ll would break out if his dinner was late on the table because she had been delayed getting home.


• Not if you want to totally piss your husband off and cause a strain on your marriage. Honestly I'd wait until the dogs have passed and you no longer have a dog in the home. It's not fair to your old dogs to have a puppy around that will drive them nuts and make them uncomfortable in their old age. Also bringing a dog into the house the entire household should agree. I got a puppy and didn't ask my b/f at the time, he got so angry he made me get rid of the dog which I ended up doing.
  
  Honestly it's not worth it, when the dogs die and you're ready broach the subject again.

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Dog Health Questions: Is our government "training" us for martial law?

Listen to the SCRIPT of this video, and recall recent events in America. A conditioning seems to be mirroring dog training to citizen-training...for a complete bloodless acceptance for the new arrival of a baby of named...Fascism.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c81ooACn6…
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DOG: American's who would normally resist

BABY: Fascism (the new kid in town)

TRAINER: The media, showing ever more stark signals of what IS in the New World of Compliance.

Obey or die, of starvation.
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quite the contrary....

the PEOPLE by abdicating their responsibilities..
...by placing immediate gratification over long-term gain..
...by replacing morality with hedonism...
...by asking what their government can do for THEM..
are the ones who are training the State to be the master of all things...so long as the State can maintain the illusion of a comfortable life for all, the people will hand over their souls to it willingly...

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• lions and tigers and bears - Oh MY !!!!


• No, I think you are looking for conspiracy's where there are none!!


• my parents lived through martial law.
  by communism, not fascism.
  and i doubt that's coming around here.
  
  if anything, fascism leads to well detailed and structured destruction. corrupt communism, a more slow and torturous end.


• No


• Yes they are. We have been taken over by an evil right wing cabal that desires to take everything and is destroying our country to get what they want.


• You're giving our government more credit than they deserve. They are serving their own best interests...they have been for decades...about the time our country started going to hell and people started hating us.


• It certainly looks like it...They keep having "Mock" drills across the US about what to do in the case of an emergency which involves ENTIRE cities. Kids are being held hostage at schools with armed cops without their parents realizing that this is happening until AFTER it happens.
  
  The next group of kids will be even that much more lost than the current group of graduates. Sad that they don't even know what it means to live in a free society any more.


• Good observation Sherlock ;-),I doubt most people have a clue what you are talking about. I have noticed though,that more people are waking up,possibly to late though. Not only is our government pushing new world order,the number of terrorist are alarming considering our open southern borders.Americans should not be to comfortable.

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Dog Health Questions: Concerns About My Grandmother's Dog.Leg problems,Peeing blood.?

My grandmother's dog is a Mini-Yorkie.She is 11 years old.
My grandmother just took her to the vets because she has been having problems with her left leg. Limping,etc. Well the vet said that she may have pulled a muscle or tendon..and he gave her some pain medication to take for 10 days.

Well..my grandmother's dog is trained to pee inside..on those dog training pads,in her bathroom. Well while I was in the bathroom..I looked down on the pad she usually pee's on...and saw blood right where she has pee'd. It was like a string of blood.

So I guess my question is...is would this have anything to do with her leg. Like inflammation?..
or could there be a more serious problem there?

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Well, she could be on her monthly cycle, which only occurs for about 10 days out of every 4-6 months. But if it continues she probably needs to visit the vet again. Could be a urinary tract infection or a kidney stone. It wouldn't have anything to do with something wrong with her leg.Good luck!

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• Is she spayed? If not, she might be in heat. Otherwise, this is definitely something she needs to go back to the vet about.


• Call your vet. Her leg problems may be something more than leg problems.

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Dog Health Questions: So my older bi-polar sister just got a dog?

Anyway, she is my adopted sister and she is about 11 years older (I am 13 she is 24) and she has 3 kids and a boy friend. She lives in an apartment about a half block from my house. She has a reputation for getting animals then suddenly not wanting them (She did this with MY cat). And she saw this lady that was giving away this free puppy. Well, the puppy is a chihuahua/poodle mix (So she says. I believe she has some shih tzu in her as well) and about 8 to 9 weeks old. She is the cutest little girl but I am so afraid for her health while living with my sister. I decided that I would happily take the poor pooch for a walk every once in a while so that she will learn some things (I researched a lot about dog training and trained my great dane that way) and to get her out away from that nasty environment. Once school starts(The 6th of September), I will be able to take her for a walk every day (I am not allowed to take ours for a walk due to the fact that he gets too nervous around people) But I want some advice. This is going to be hard and I really want That dog to turn out okay. Here is kind of what she looks like:

http://img3.classistatic.com/cps/po/1108…Thank you in advance

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I think it's great your looking out for the dog. My advice would be to offer to walk the dog everyday and also offer to dog sit for her. You can also teach the dog basic obedience.

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• i don't understand what bipolar as to do with dog ownership ... a person who is bipolar is not equal to low IQ ... if your sister is a crappy pet owner, then say that, but it has nothing to do with her mental illness ... bipolar is a mood disorder and people with bipolar can live normal lives including having families AND pets ... and nothing you described is a "nasty environment" it is just a woman with mental illness living her life with her family ... if she got tired of your cat, so what ... she is clearly a dog person ... i feel bad for your sister she has such a judgmental and a titch mean sister ... and with your extra details, you can't even train and socialize your own dog, so what makes you better for this puppy ???

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Dog Health Questions: Should i get rid of my dog?

my dog is scared of everything i take him twice a week to dog training he is 6 months old border collie/lab he snaps at other dogs he barks and runs away from everything scared of cars scared of people he sits at the window and barks all the time i love him so much but i don't know what else to do im so stressed out enough with my life now i have to stress about him i have tried my hardest with him i don't have the money for a personal trainer or anything like that i have been taking him 4 15-20 min walks a day to get used to things but still no luck please help thanks

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Contact a rescue to assist you with a socilization process.

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• i agree with everyone else- but also you ned to take him for longer walks and give him mental challenges (agility obedience games) he is bored and needs the people around him to be less stressed, because it rubs of on him. I know you try your best but how would you feel if everyone around you was stressed and unhappy? try to bond with him more and don't give up on him just yet..
  i hope the best for you and your dog :)


• For a border collie x labrador, 15 - 20 minuets is not a long enough walk. Both breeds need a lot of exercise, both dogs being a working dog. You obviously didn't do your research when you brought that dog. Give him to some one who has time time and money to care for him.


• to basil wallace i think you are the idiot! this person is asking for help! its people like you who make it difficult to find help and advice! she is clearly trying so that does not make her a bad owner. you obviously dont have any patience so maybe you should not bother giving people answers on this site! find a different site where they allow losers to comment!


• Wow, apparently you have no clue as to what PUNCTUATION is. Being part Border Collie, when your dog gets to be a year old, get him started working livestock.


• Agree with Basil.
  
  If you knew you couldn't take this dog on, you shouldn't of gotten it.
  
  People like you are the reasons shelters fill up so quickly.
  
  Any way the dog acts is YOUR fault-NOT the dog's.


• Generally, if you have to ask whether or not you should "get rid" of your dog, the answer is yes. Given that you can't afford a professional to help you handle this dog and fix the problem, then the answer is yes. Find a breed specific rescue, or other type of no kill shelter, etc... that can help you re-home him. You have two high energy, high strung breeds mixed together. 15-20 minutes a day is NOT long enough, by far. Sounds like the dog outright needs firmer leadership, and more exercise to get rid of the pent up energy. Boredom can very easily, and very quickly, lead to issues like this, especially in very high energy breeds and mixes.


• You have a very high energy mix of dog and the number one thing I would say is excercise...pent up energy can cause anxiety and aggression (also barking, etc). He needs at least an hour of physical activity a day and some more time besides spent working on the training that you learn in the class. When you walk him, walk him. If he barks, tries to run, etc just keep walking...hes on a leash isnt he? If you react or get frustrated or nervous he will feed of that energy from you. If you dont feel that you can dedicate the time to fixing this issue (which will get worse as he gets older) then yes you should surrender him to a rescue where someone can work with him while hes young and its a little easier. Excercise and training every day will build his confidence and yours.


• I know this might sound strange, but he may need an antidepressant. They make those for cats and dogs.
  I wouldn't recommend getting rid of him because you obviously love him and it may not seem like it now but you will regret it and not feel good about yourself if you do. Work with him, be as patient as you possibly can when he's being loud and wait for a solution. If you have some type of pet insurance, an antidepressant shouldn't be too costly. Good luck
  
  PS He may also just need more attention from you or more alone time. When he snaps and barks at other dogs, correct him immediately by raising your voice and saying 'No'. Instilling guilt in him this way could make him more aware of his behaviour.
  
  Edit: My answer was very good and it got 4 thumbs down?! WTH is wrong with people? There are obviously trolls (with multiple accounts) on this question...


• i got 3 of those types of dogs you describe , i am sticking with it knowing they calm down in a year or so .
  my pups only 6 months old and complete lunatics , they have a appetite for destruction and i dread to come home some days " knowing something has been destroyed "
  
  dogs are there own personality and they grow into it .
  
  take your dog for a cycle ride for around 15 mins at a time 4 times a day , and it will still be hyper , a collie would like to be active most of the day
  .
  so with a 30 min cycle ride and a 30 min training session and you will notice a real difference within a fortnight


• Don't you get any advice from the dog trainer in his class? She (he?) is in a position to watch the dog and see if there are any triggers. Also, you've probably taught the dog "sit" and "wait" or "stay" by now. Border Collies are very smart. When you go on a walk, when you see people or dogs approaching, put your pup into a "sit/stay" and reward him w/ a treat. Gradually increase the amount of time he has to sit there for the reward. Reward him profusely (praise and treats) when he sits and lets people pass him. You might recruit a friend to help you here, one with a well-behaved dog. Have them start out by being not so close while you put your dog in position. Then walk a little farther and have them do it again, gradually getting closer. Don't rush the process. It's not going to change overnight. Also carry treats with you and ask "strangers" to, without attempting to touch, and without looking at the dog, slip the dog treats while talking to you.
  
  And I know it's terribly stressful, esp. when the dog barks constantly, but if you could figure out a place without a lot of dogs that he could safely run off leash and get rid of some of his energy...
  
  The stress in your life is probably complicating things right now too. He's bound to pick up on it. So any thing you can do to relieve some of your own stress will help the dog too.


• He is scared of cars and people because he doesn't KNOW them. 15-20 minutes walks even if done 4 times a day are crap for a high energy dog his age!
  I dare say that at this point you need to take this dog out at LEAST 4 hours everyday into high populated areas till he gets completely used to seeing strangers, cars, other dogs and whatever else might cross his way. You should also work on his training (commands and such) several times a day for about 30 minutes or so.
  My guess is that this will be to much "trouble" for you so it would really be best if you find him a new owner, someone with responsible enough to actually care for the dogs needs and not just treat him like a cute toy that is fun to have around as long as there is no work involved.
  I would also suggest a stuffed animal for the next time you feel the urge to get a pet.


• You have a border collie mix and you only take him for a walk for 15-20 minutes 4 times a day? OMG a Border Collie needs hours of exercise EVERY SINGLE DAY and I mean HOURS of exercise and training or they become frustrated and bored, they bark, they destroy they become a nightmare to own if you cannot keep them mentally and physically stimulated. Did you research Border Collies and Labs before you adopted one or were you the type to just fall for a cute puppy? Did you go about properly socializing your dog to people, other dogs, cars, buses, skateboards, bicycles, children the car etc?
  
  Your dog is under exercised and under socialized and has an owner that does not understand their needs properly to "fix" these problems in order to make your dog happy and healthy. If you cannot handle this dog then yes, you should rehome him or give him back to the shelter you adopted him from a Border Collie mix is too much dog for someone who is clueless on the breed.
  
  When you consider a dog you research the breed before you adopt/buy. I have a Weimaraner, I knew all about the breed before I bought one, she gets daily hour to two hours of exercise every single day, she has been trained constantly since puppyhood and this is my first dog. What I didn't know I READ BOOKS ON, I watch every dog training show on Animal Planet, I learned how to train, I read every book I could on dogs, dog behavior etc and I worked hard to have a well behaved dog. She is my first dog and she is a pleasure to own, she's well behaved, she does not bark, she is off leash trained, has her CGC certificate and has been tested for Therapy work which she passed all because I did everything I could to get her to that point. If you are not willing to put forth the considerable amount of work required to own a Border Collie mix, then you need to rehome him.

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Dog Health Questions: How to make my dog un-timid?

i have a 1 year 6 month old shiba inu and he is very timid he jumps at the flick of a light switch. i got him from a shelter i'm about to take him back. hes not afraid of other dogs no matter how big. i want him to tuffin up can anyone with real dog training experience help me?

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Socialization and positive reinforcement training.

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• You're about to take him back to the shelter, just because he's timid? He would have been acting timid in the shelter to, so if you didn't want a timid dog, why did you adopt one?
  
  If he's not afraid of other dogs, he just has a low self-esteem around humans, or he was once abused by somebody. If he is not afraid of other dogs, but is aggressive towards them, you're wrong. He IS afraid of them, but he's covering it up with a big show.
  
  You don't want to toughen him up, you want to increase his self-confidence. The best way to do this is to be his pack leader - the one person he can count on to keep him safe no matter what the situation is. If you are constantly in a calm-assertive state of mind, he will gravitate towards you.
  
  The wrong way to fix the timidity is to coddle him. If you nurture the dog while his mind is anxious or fearful, you are saying "it's okay to be afraid." What you want to do is be calm and assertive and not give him any attention until he has calmed down and relaxed (open mouth, relaxed breathing, ears not pinned, spine relaxed) and then give him attention and tell him what a good boy he is.


• It's "toughen".... not "tuffin".
  
  You adopted a dog, it's your responsibility to care for that dog - it is not an object to be disposed of just because you don't like it's personality or because it isn't tough enough for you. Buck up and commit to working with this dog - use google to find kennel club accredited trainers that can help you build this dog's confidence (hint: it won't be quick and easy, it WILL take time).
  
  Though in hindsight maybe the dog is better off back where it came from if you're not going to commit to proper, responsible pet ownership. Keep in mind that some dogs are just timid by nature - poor genes, poor upbringing, etc etc.


• You want to *toughen* him up? The last thing that you want to do for that is return him to the shelter. Either make a commitment to a dog or don't get it. LOTS of dogs are like that right after coming from the shelter, they just need some time and a little bit of work. Or a lot of work in some cases. But the love you'll get in return is well worth the time you put into helping the dog come out of its shell.
  
  Keep it quiet around your house for a while. Allow him time to adjust to his new surroundings. If this is impossible to do then this may not be the right home for him.
  
  Please remember that it may take months before he turns around, and certain things he may never get over, but you're still doing a great thing by keeping him -- you're saving a life.


• you have a fearful and stressed dog.
  there is no magic way of making him not fearful.
  you can help him feel more comfortable and less stressed.
  not sure what you mean by 'toughen him up', but be careful. pushing him beyond what he's capable of coping with can lead to more problems with reactivity and fear.
  he needs your help and understanding and a commitment to his well-being.
  he may always be somewhat fearful and sensitive (genes play a big role and the first 16 weeks of life are critical to good development - neither of which you can change now).
  
  this website may help:
  
  http://fearfuldogs.com/
  
  and this article is very enlightening:
  
  http://www.downeastdognews.com/stories/2…
  
  best wishes.


• Take him back if you want a tough dog, he will never be a tough dog. You dont deserve your dog if your just going to throw him away if he isnt perfect. Their are confidence building exercises you can do, but seriously give the dog to a better home.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog traing, I have to dogs not too far in age, wondering if anyone has done petsmart dog training?

I would like to try it but not knowing if it would be better to trya private trainer instead...

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I am a CPDT and APDT certified trainer. I started out at PetSmart they paid for my education and I moved out on my own. I know a few trainers who train for PetSmart and they do what any other trainer will do for a puppy or young dog (really any dog without serious issue). They teach you how to be consistent its just basic training and socialization that every dog needs. The point is to prevent your dog from building unwanted behaviors.

Now if your dog has embedded or already established issues I would call the PetSmart and find the background on the trainers at that particular store (some are actually very experienced). It is a very positive experience and relationship building course for owners and dogs. What I would focus on in my classes (and mine were not by the petsmart book all the time, each trainer has his/her own style) was impulse and mouth control, getting all your basic ques and commands solid, focus, and proper dog to dog and dog to person interaction.

Check it out talk to the trainers, don't listen to everyone, because everyone thinks they know everything about dogs and behaviors if you ask them. Yet every year the bite stats hold steady. The PetSmart program is excellent because it actually teaches you and your dog proper bahaviors. Not just strapping a prong or choke collar and forcing the dog to submit. It makes your dog want to follow you.

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• I wouldn't suggest a pet store training service. There's tons of trainers in the area who usually have more knowledge on dogs, good training methods and knowledge of dogs behavior and body language. Go for a trainer that only teaches positively and or uses a clicker. I would suggest two things. If you have more than one dog, try to get a family member to tag along as well. Also scope out possible training classes before making the commitment. Some cost a pretty penny and you want to make sure you're going to a good class. If you don't agree with some of the methods, then look at others. If you feel uneasy with the training methods go with your gut.


• At the Petsmart I work at I would only recommend one of the trainers. It is possible for a good trainer to be working there. However, since they are not expected to have a lot of experience, you do run into people who have close to zero knowledge. I am surprised at one of our trainers. Very surprised.
  
  Everyone I was every trained by actually had dogs who won titles in obedience and such. So I'd recommend a local training club. You can find one through AKC.org.
  http://www.akc.org/events/obedience/trai…


• talk to the trainer before signing up
  i had mine go through 8 classes with one trainer and will probably go back for more when i can afford it
  the other four i talked to are ok but i only liked three of the five

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Dog Health Questions: I have another question...does anybody know where i can find a good website or book on dog training?

i have a 12 week old american bulldog and he really needs to be trained or discipline or something and i don't want to discipline him by yelling or hitting him i've searched but haven't had good results.....can sumbody plz help me!!!plz!!!!

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Try Clicker Training.......You will have the most fun...Clickers are just $2-3 at your pet shop.
http://www.clickertrain.com/whatis.html
http://www.clickerlessons.com/
http://www.dogpatch.org/obed/obpage4.cfm

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• try google for a website and the library or pet store for a book when you try google type in the breed of dog and it will come up with pages of info


• There are so many books out there. As a trainer I recommend training for dummy's but this wont help you if you want to compete. I say go to a training lesson with a good obedience trainer in you area.


• i frequent "Pet Smart" pet store. if there's a chain around you, you can find either an actual class there or i'm sure they can give you info for your area.
  my neighbors took their dog to Pet Smart's dog training class and it worked really well!
  
  also, there may be some listings in your yellow pages.
  
  Good luck!!!!


• u go to ur vet and ask him about a dog trainers address or the book stall where the book is available .....i am sure he will tell u .


• This MIGHT work, give it a try:
  
  Visit my website for book finding resources.
  a link to my site is provided below. Scroll down to the
  "Books" heading and the link is there.
  Search is free.
  Good Luck! Visit:
  
  The place to find old class yearbooks - ourclassreunion.com.http://www.ourclassreunion.com/resources…

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Dog Health Questions: How can I get my dog to stop following me everywhere?

My six month old puppy follows me everwhere and it drives me nuts! How can I get her to stop and let me have my space while she is inside for the winter? The only way she will listen right now is if I scream really loud at her. I can't afford dog training.

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Whoa... first you need to relax. Dont scream at the dog. The dog probably just loves you and wants to play! However this type of behavior can turn into seperation anxiety.

Just ignore her, and do not give her any attention when she is following you. Please don't think of a dog as annoying. She only does what you teach her to, whether you realize it or not. If you are giving her attention when she is by you, she knows coming by you = attention, good or bad. If you want to give her affection, have her come to you.

When you react to the dog following you, you are giving her attention...whether good or bad, shes getting something from you. You need to train her whats okay and whats not.

She will not feel bad, and you should not either. You don't want her following you around anyway, or secretly do you?

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• Dont scream first of all and teach her stay yourself, say the word and walk away a few feet if she moves put her back in the same position just keep repeating this and everytime she doesnt move praise and treat her slowly extending how far you move away. Also understand that though it is annoying I know because my lab is needy and follows me, it is because she is probably bored and also loves you and wants to be with you.


• Dogs don't respond well to screaming -- it either frightens them or gets them more excited. You need to establish yourself as the pack leader by being calm and assertive and patiently teaching her what behaviors you want. Dogs love to please, so once she understands what you want she will do it. All training requires is patience, praise, treats and some of your time. You will bond with your pup, and she will bond with you, and you will both be happier, My dog used to follow me to the bathroom, so when I get up I give him a hug and tell him I am going to the bathroom and will be right back. It worked like a charm, and now I get to go to the bathroom in peace!


• Having a six month old puppy follow you around is a good thing. Believe it our not puppies look at the dominate human for guidance. Screaming at the dog will have the opposite affect.
  
  If you cannot handle the dog following you around then perhaps you should put it up for adoption at the local animal rescue or give it to a friend.


• She needs to learn that it is ok to be separated from you. Is she cage trained? If not you could begin by introducing her to a cage - feeding her treats in it, leaving the door open and sitting by her until she realises this is her space. Once she is used to it stay with her and close the door. Then progress to walking away and doing something for 10 minutes. If she starts to cry - don't let her out until she has stopped and is calm. If you take your time and gradually build up to leaving her for short periods of time she will realise nothing bad will happen. You could leave her with a Kong filled with peanut butter - that will occupy her. The object is to be able to leave her for short periods of time and she feels comfortable about that.
  
  Another possibility is restricting her access to a particular room - say, she cannot come into the kitchen while you are cooking or eating. You could use a safety gate in the doorway or just be persistent in having an "invisible boundary" at the door that she is not allowed to cross. Get up and encourage her to sit or lie down at the entrance to the room - but not to come into it. Now is the time to claim your house back. You should decide when and where she goes - not give her free roam. Instead of shouting at her, treat her when she does something good like waits at the door when told. She will quickly learn what behaviour she needs to use to get a treat.


• aww that's so cute but this happened to me to i bought a dog and it followed me every were this just means it loves you i know its hard and annoying dog training won't help trust me and neither will screaming it will just make her scared of you this is a hard question but you can try what i did make a puppy area just for her and make her feel at home once she feels at home and is used to her surroundings she might stop following you around the longer she is away from you and has time to explore she might stop i don't know if this will work for your dog but you might as well try what else do you have to lose


• Hi!!I know this is probably NOT the answer you really want to hear but i think that u should let her follow you!! She loves you and wants 2 be with u!!
  
  My dog follows me and i love it!! But if u really r against her following u than i suggest giving her toys 2 keep her busy or (if u have other members in ur house) than u can have those other people play with her!But understand that your dog just wants to be with you!!


• Its normal for a puppy to follow u!! but maybe give her a bone or some dogs snacks. If u do that she/he will go of and find her special spot and stay there licking and chewing on it as it takes long for it to go away!! don't scream at him/her because she/he just loves u!! puppies also love toys if u get him/her some toys and through them he/she will go and get them and maybe he/she will get bored of u!! but when u get a puppy u have to expect for yourself to spend allot of time with it coz that's just what they need (attention)!! take him/her out sometimes and maybe have a friend come over with another dog and then ur dog will follow that dog around!! it sounds like ur dog is bored!! u need to entertain him/her!!
  
  She/He just loves u!! as all dogs love their owner!!
  
  Good Luck and Hope I helped!!
  
  U are loved!!


• Aww, she loves you.
  Maybe teach her a new trick that means stay away, using one word, like, "STAY."
  Be assertive, but be nice to her, she's learning so don't lose your cool(:
  Buy some treats & every time she stays away, give her a treat.


• This is actually a good thing! Do not scream that is not helping - it will only make things worse. Are there others in the family that could watch her? If it is just you, then you clearly should not have gotten a dog.


• Get her a large bone from the butcher shop. She'll spend hours trying to get the marrow out. Get her a few new toys as well.


• That is sad u should be glad she loves u.


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Dog Health Questions: Teaching my 7 year over nervous dog to walk on a lead.?

okay, i have quite a big problem.

my dog is 7, she is a collie X greyhound. she loves being out running and is so happy. but when she is home she always looks so sad and has her tail between her legs even when she comes to us for fuss (which is very rare). she has always been like this so we believe it is bred in her.
we are not able to take her for a run everyday because the place gets so muddy and wet. we would love to be able to take her for a walk but once on th lead she pulls and yelps and whines all the time. so we cannot take her. and we cant then take the other dogs either because we can leave her home alone because she just whines all the time.
we tried taking her to dog training classes but because she was so scared she did everything straight away, but she is nothing like that at home. she is extremely nervous and runs and hides from everyone except us.

any ideas?

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Dog Training and Obedience

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You may want to try the Gentle Leader collar. It works so well with dogs that do not do well on a regular collar and leash. It will help to build her confidence if she enjoys her walks more.

http://www.buygentleleader.com/View.aspx…

I have 3 shelter dogs, and 2 are very nervous. I walked all the time with 2, but I could not handle my 3rd. She feels so comfortable with it, it took a week to get used to it. She has built up so much confidence. We can take her to the dog park now and out in public. She does fine without it after gaining confidence. She just needed a crutch for awhile, I guess. She did not need confidence counseling, or whatever some suggest, she just needed some good, happy walking time with her mommy!

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• gentle leader


• She needs confidence training. Seek out a professional trainer in your area.


• she needs a gentle leader


• Try being as gental as possibel it should help


• i would have a trainer come to your home and work with your dog in you home


• well.....first things first.ur letting the dog control u instead of u controling it.it knows that when it screams and yelps u will stop so it will always do that.u have to be a pack leader and not treat it like a human when its doing bad dog behavior..first just introduce it to him and show him that it wont do any harm.then slip it on and make him come with u and keep it right on ur side.showing whose boss is most important

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Dog Health Questions: Dog Training?

I have to train my dog, and was considering the SPCA, is this a good idea??

Dog Training

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If you mean the ASPCA yes, it is a good idea to use

their suggestions

you can read this

http://www.aspca.org/site/PageServer?pag…

Best wishes

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• It depends on the individual who is teaching the class. Some are great, some ok. I also would worry about the spread of disease. Is your training area the same area that the shelter dogs are trained and spend time, have there been any outbreaks of diseases lately? Usually the methodology used at the SPCA is very good, but teachers vary on how good they are...sit it on a class and evaluate it yourself.


• Yes, training is a good idea. SPCA? Well, you gotta start somewhere. First place I went was Mans Best Friend. That was another life ago, but it's where I started.


• Training your dog is very fun. Im thinking that if you go to the aspca it will cost money. But its a lot of fun to teach them yourself you just have to have a lot of patience.


• some vets offer free training classes. they teach you the basics... and then all you need to do is practise with your dog every day.

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Dog Health Questions: Why does my older female dog train to mount the younger female dog?

my older female dog is a spayed laso alpso. she has always tried to mount my grandson's leg (which was confusing to me) but now she is trying to mount my 7 month old puppy who just came into heat. why does she do that? i could understand it if the older dog were a male but this behavior doesn't seem normal for a female.

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It's just a sign of dominance. Nothing sexual about it.

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• she's trying to be the dominant one.


• she is trying to how the younger dog that she is the alfa dog nothing to worry about. nothing gross anyways.


• Yup, nothing sexual at all. Just a dominance thing.


• She's just asserting her dominance, perfectly normal behaviour. My 10 yr old spayed female labX does this to my 2 shih-tzus all the time.


• shes showing whos the dominate one

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Dog Health Questions: I need some assistance in my dog training routine,?

I have a 10 week old puppy, he is a Springer spaniel x staffy, we have got as far as sit and stay but I am really struggling with "DOWN" he only ever jumps up on the sofa when I am changing my babies nappy and grabs at his socks I don't want him to nip my son and make him afraid of the puppy, sometimes I try NO, he backs off I praise him and tell him he is a good boy but then he comes back and jumps up again but in a hyper nippy kind of way then trys to nip at my legs, his teeth are sharp but I want to break this habit fast.

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Something I learned while observing dog training classes and watching Victoria Steelwell's show, That something disobedient your dog does can be changed into something obedient. Train him to jump up on the sofa when he's called, and off when he's told so, so there's an "on switch" as well as an "off switch"

Also, being a puppy, he looks like he needs some kind of outlet for his energy, other than disrupting you while you try to tend to your baby. Does your puppy have any toys that could keep him occupied? Like a rawhide bone or one of those treat balls, where the puppy has to figure out how to get the treat out of the toy. Distract him with those whenever he tries to bother you while you're changing your baby.

I hope this helps. Good luck.

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  Three Dog Training MistakesLet's face it... nobody want's to raise a dog who develops lots of behavior problems; who can't be trusted around children, or is so hyperactive you have to lock him up whenever guests come over.You just want your dog to get the social rules of your house and follow them, but you're not REALLY sure how to actually go about training your dog to behave that way. I FOUND THIS one guide that work for me mable it what you kneed


• Hi I see that you need some sort of guide that will
  give you tips and tricks to help your dog become
  fully trained and more healthy.Recently one of my friends
  relly needed some advice on how to train his dog.
  He followed the dog training academy course to
  successfully have a full trained dog in a few weeks.


• I hate to call this a course because it's WAY more than that. It's a new way of interacting with my dog. I've owned dogs all my life, and loved every minute, but I never really got a grip on the right way to train them.
  
  I would get motivated when they were puppies, but then never really follow through.
  
  In Just 7 Days after I started my action plan, I have seen a remarkable change in my Benny. It's like he has completely changed.


• I would break the habit of him jumping on the sofa anyway.
  
  His nipping is called mouthing so have a read of this.
  http://www.dogtrainingbasics.com/Nipping…
  
  Mouthing is a normal part of puppy interaction and just needs to be guided in the right way.


• Hey I see that you need some sort of book that will give you tips and tricks to help your canine become fully trained and more healthy. Recently one of my friends really needed some advice on how to train his dog. He followed the dog training online course to successfully have a fully trained dog in a few weeks.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training{barking}?

i need help with my dog he barks non stop i tried traing at petco it didnt wrk an the bark off tooo any ideas

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• You first need to understand why your dog is barking. It could be a warning, anxiety, stress, excitement, boredom, or attention-seeking. Things you can do to prevent constant barking is making sure your dog gets plenty of exercise, don't leave it alone for long periods of time, don't comfort or love on your dog if its barking for attention, don't shout at it to stop, and try to teach your dog the speak/quiet command.


• Anxiety.
  You aren't strict enough with the dog.
  
  Most dogs that bark too much are often spoiled.
  Allowed on beds, furniture, held, petted too often, allowed in laps, no meal time, talked to in baby tones...
  They often lack proper exercise.
  
  A dog that is trained well communicates with the owner and feels comfortable and relaxed with the leadership provided. A lack of leadership creates stress in the human environment.


• Try this:
  
  Step 1: When he start to bark, wait until he stop barking and then say quiet. After you say quiet praise and reward him. Do this about 5-7 times. Step 2: After you practice the next step is to say quiet while he is barking. After you say quiet if he be quiet praise and reward them. Do this about 5-8 times.
  
  Eventually he will learn that whenever you say quiet he have to be quiet.
  
  If this doesn't work contact your vet and see if he/she can prescribe your dog some sort of medication to help reduce barking.
  
  Now, if both of those things doesn't work then your only option is to hire a professional dog trainer. Good Luck!


• you might start by checking to see if something is bothering it.pay extra attention to
  it while its barking to see if you notice anything strange going on.it may just be a car passing
  (some dogs can get very disturbed by stuff like that). also it can be its just trying to get attention in
  witch case try playing with it many times a day,or take it for a walk daily(exercise is usually the anwser)
  hope you find a cure soon.


• Exercise


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Dog Health Questions: My dog needs some training and I need help knowing how to do that...?

So my dog is a 3 year old Border Collie/ Dalmatian/ Blue Healer and is very anxious when it comes to new people or animals. He has been to the Pet smart dog training before and learned the basic commands. However he barks very wildly at the doorbell, anyone walking by, dogs, cars, and people. He is extremely friendly but needs to learn how to do these things. How could I train him how to teach him to become calm with the doorbell, anyone walking by, dogs, cars, and people? Thank You very much and I appreciate any answers.

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There are some excellent sites out there that can help you if you wish to go it alone. See:

Adult Dog Training (2 years+) | Dog Star Daily

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• Bring him everywhere (not literally) with you and have him sit when people come over to see him. Encourage people to pet him ("would you please pet my dog? He's in training.")... I actually did this last year with one of my dogs, and she is much better about people and other animals now.
  You can get a one-to-one trainer by searching Canine Specialists in your area.
  Bring dog cookies where ever you and your dog go, and when he does something you want him to (not bark at the door bell or other dogs when you say "quiet" or "no") get very very very excited (look like a fool- it's the only thing that really works), ump up and down, scratch him ears, give him a little bit of cookie.
  Work with him. It won't change overnight, but you will notice changes if you devote yourself to changing and helping your boy.

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Dog Health Questions: Arson Dog Training?

What is the best tool to use reward an arson dog? Many handlers around here use a tennis ball or other toy for all kinds of working dogs but, the ATF and many other agencies in the US use food based reward. What are the pros and cons to the two options?

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Toy based training is the best. It has happened that when food is used as a reward and food is on the premisis, dogs have been known to be distracted by the food scent and key in on it rather than the accelerants or explosive subasances they are supposed to be scenting.

Dog Training - The Reward Way

• Never use food as a reward. First, it's distracting. Second, guess what? - some dogs don't care enough about food to be bothered! Seriously, though, start your training with praise, then more praise, then yet more praise! You can pull out a toy at the end of a long session, but dogs work better if they're out to please you!
  
  Don't let our US gov. tell you how to train your dog, please! While some agencies do indeed have well trained animals, I can tell you about many, MANY, who consider their animals trained and whom I wouldn't let in my house! In fact, not too long ago, I visited the dogs at a reputable seeing-eye dog training facility and met with a blind woman who was there working her dog. This dog actually growled at me ... no kidding! Now, I may not have used the correct perfume that day or something, but this was (purportedly) a dog who was trained enough to take a blind woman out in the world - and it beared it's teeth and growled. Wanna know why? Doesn't even matter! You train your dog to work for you because it respects your leadership and because you give love in return. And discipline is a part of love ... better than bribery!
  Final word here ... be sure to check out the local agencies regulation concerning training using pseudo-scents vs the real thing. This has become tricky (legally) recently. Same goes for active vs passive reaction by dog.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training question...?

I live in a very rural community, and the closest dog obidience class i can find is over an hours drive from my house. My pup is very well behaved but i want to do everything i can to ensure that he stays that way. Are there any DVDs or books you can recomend that would help me do it myself? Any other advice you can offer would be great. Thanks.

A Little About Dog Training

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I have the same problem.

http://www.abc.net.au/tv/waggingschool/

I also use the RSPCA training books.
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The Power Of Positive Dog Training by Pat Miller

I have been to classes before but This time I'm on my own.

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I don't know about that Cesar guy he gives me a bad feeling.

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Yeah It's me or the Dog is great. I her methods.

Can I Train My Dog Without a Dog Training Course?

• Sure. There is useful information all over the internet. You can try the site below for some introductory lessons. They also have a program that has helped lots of dog owners.
  
  Be aware that the most important part of dog training is your consistency. It take a lot of energy and patience to train your dog. If you maintain constant positive reinforcement, sooner or later your dog will understand you're the boss (The Alpha Dog).


• I like the way Ceasar(?) Millan explains things. His series is called The Dog Whisperer. You can also try user-groups from Google Groups or Yahoo Groups for feedback. If you can afford it some training programs train the dog for you for a period of several weeks then bring you back out to revisit what they taught your dog. You can also check on Amazon and check ratings from other customers.


• DVDs won't help you -- the dog and you need to be in an obedience class - I have trained dogs for over fifty years and I STILL take them to obedience classes -- it is good for them and for me. One hour is nothing -- it is one time a week. Your pup is only 'well behaved' when it is comfortable and there is nothing stressing it -- if something occurs he will blow you off.


• In my opinion, Cesar Milian "The Dog Whisperer" should only be used for dogs with behavioral problems.
  
  Puppies don't have problems, they just need to learn "manners".
  I think using those methods on a puppy would be like sending a kindergartener to a maximum security prison to learn to read.
  
  My pics for books:
  Puppy Pre-school
  Dog Tricks for Dummies
  They're smarter than you think
  Anything written by "The Monks of New Skeet". They have a few out.
  
  See if you can find "Uncle Maddy's" videos. He has some good solid tips on getting a dog to behave gently.


• its me or the dog by victoria stilwell. it is a positive reinforcment book. ceaser millian is ok but some of his methods can cause more harm than good such as 'flooding' which means forcing a dog to be somewhere or do something they are afraid of to force them to get over their fear. honestly it doesnt work. if ur afraid of spiders and someone shoved u in a room w/ a bunch of spiders it wouldnt cure ur fear. also there is a book called the loved dog by tamra gellar. she trained oprah and jennifer garner's dogs. she has good philosophy about normal training but not potty training. hands down either book victoria stilwell writes is golden. also look at the book list on the link below. that is where my dog is trained and these are the recomended books.


• The best in my experience is Cesar Millan and he has a web page.www.cesarmillan.com I have all his books and tapes and I enjo watching him work. He really understands what dogs are thinking.


• First congratulations on being a responsible pet owner. Check out the Dog Whisperers web site. He has lots of information and links to sites. I believe he has some DVD's as well.

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