Dog Health Questions: We have a 5 year-old pitbull/german shepard mix.... she has been a great dog BUT...?

...everytime we (my wife and kids) leave, to the store, etc., she FREAKS OUT! She claws at the door from inside the house. Shes ruined the moulding around several doors. If we put her outside she easily jumps the 6 foot concrete walls. We've thought about putting her on a leash outside when we leave but we live in Arizona and it gets ridiculously hot during the summertime.

We just came home an hour ago from the store and she apparently jumped through the office window, and we ended up finding her in the backyard. My guess is that she roamed loose around the neighborhood and finally came home when she felt like it.

We are now considering a large dog crate. Something we can put her in, inside the house, when we leave. It would never be for a long time. Just to run some errands. My concern is that I have heard that if you don't raise a dog being used to a kennel, it can be bad. She's 5 and has never been in a kennel. Could she get used to one? We can't afford to be forking out the money to replace screens and windows. My wife and kids don't want to get rid of her. Any suggestions? Dog training? Caeser HELP??

What Is The Best Approach To Dog Training?

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Your dog has classic separation anxiety.

You should get a crate AND you should talk to your vet about putting your dog on a medication that is specifically for separation anxiety. The drub is called Clomicalm.

You will use it in conjunction with behavior modification so that in time the dog will be off the medication.

A Safe Effective Plan To Treat SEPARATION ANXIETY
CLOMICALM® (clomipramine hydrochloride) Tablets were the first medication approved for the treatment of separation anxiety in dogs.CLOMICALM Tablets and behavior modification work by making it easier for your dog to learn new, positive behaviors. The CLOMICALM Plan is proven to be safe and effective in helping to relieve the suffering in and helping dogs with separation anxiety disorder return to a normal life.

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• How about a large kennel that you can keep in the garage or larger room? Make sure it is not too hot though.
  
  like this- http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.js…


• i would say its time for your dog to go to obedience school !!


• training
  crate


• It is absolutely NOT too late to crate train. The trick is to do it properly. There are many websites that have very good information on crate training. Not only will your house be safe, your dog will be, as well. With separation anxiety, you are going to have to be very patient. My dog also had separation anxiety, but with proper crate training, she finally realized that we were ALWAYS coming back for her and no longer needs the crate.

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Dog Health Questions: When looking for a quality dog trainer?

So I have gone through about 3 different dog trainers each time learning something new and a fact I absolutly hate dog trainers who are not personable. I have had dog trainers recommend techniques that after 3 or 4 weeks have not worked and they refuse to try anything else. I need someone who is flexable to my dog, but I obviously do not know what constitutes as a good dog train. What are some good questions to ask a dog trainer besides are you certified and what is your experience because I get that when I am telling them hey this technique is not working I get screamed at.

Now I know someone is going to say it is me but I honestly am a very nice person and I never give attitude especially if someone has more knowledge then I do. But after 8 weeks(3 different times) of training with a stubborn beagle using their techniques and 600 plus dollars I am a little irritated. Finally I started modifing the training using tips from other dog owners and observing my own dogs needs. I was able to train her about 90%, but I have been working on walking nice with her and she can do it around people she is fine but if she sees a dog, cat, squirl, duck, leaf , well you get my point. She immediatly goes into play mode crys, pulls, jumps. I never give in and I would like a trainers help just on this problem. I know there are one on one but I want a group because I want her trained with distractions she is perfect in our own back yard.

So what are things I should look for we searching for a good trainer, what are some questions to ask?

Training A Dog - Fundamental Dog Training - How-To

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Go to the American Kennel Club website to the training center section, all the trainers certified by the AKC are good at what they do, and enjoy doing it also if you use these centers they can certify for AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy, AKC Good Canine Citizen, and train for agility, rally, obedience, etc. on a competition level, though competition is not required to use them for training, here is a url/link direct to the training center page, just click on you're state and call the nearest one to you're house you will need to ask them for pricing, but most of them do not charge over $125 for a 7-10 week class that meets once a week, http://www.akc.org/events/obedience/trai…

Dog Training: Communicate With Your Dog Using The Call Command

• The best teachers are those who can get you to think that it is you who have made the difference to your dog, and it sounds like you've already made a good start. Sometimes people who are good with animals may not have particularly good interpersonal skills; but there is nothing to prevent you from trying to be nice to them. Those who are excellent human communicators may command high fees or have names like Ceasar or Victoria, but they may not be any better at the dog training.
  
  It sounds to me that you need to actually know if you're going to like your dog trainer; if that's the case then try to discover additional shared interests beyond the dog issues. The usual things that get people talking: family, kids, places to visit locally, the weather, the traffic etc. Some of us just don't get on with 'surgeons' (prim and proper professional automatons) or with school teachers.
  
  If you've not already done so then refresh your understanding of dog body language. Read the article on Calming Signals at Turid Rugass's web site. You'll know then whether the trainer is actually 'engaging' your dog.
  
  http://www.canis.no/rugaas/onearticle.ph…
  
  Squirells and cats (anything that darts) are very difficult to get your dog to ignore. With my last one the best I could achive was to get her to walk-on in case there might be another even better one further up the road. 'Trading up' I guess. You can stop the lunging with a training collar. Maybe try using Ceasar Milan's "Tssst!!" with a little poke from your heel to the ribs to redirect the dog, but you've got to really be onto something else before the dog fixes back.

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Dog Health Questions: Calling all dog whisperers...?

OK.... short background story. My husband currently deployed and I have 2 male German Shepherds that are a little over 1 1/2 years old. It's been a week since my hubby left. They keep growling and trying to bite and fight each other. This morning I woke up to them growling at 630. They fight in the backyard, wont leave each other alone, and are, most importantly, annoying the crap outta me. I think they are trying to establish dominance over each other since daddy isn't here. I try, but it doesn't really work out. I don't know what to do other than the normal dog training techniques.
They are not aggressive dogs at all. I really do just think it's a dominance thing since my husband left and he was the "alpha." I guess I just need to let them know that I'm in charge. But with dealing with the hubby being deployed... it's just annoying me right now. I guess what I'm asking is if anyone has advice.... Thanks

Can I Train My Dog Without a Dog Training Course?

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Are you able to exercise them, i.e. long walks? That certainly would relieve some of their stress and anxiety.

Dog Training Tips

• when they start.--- you ... this sounds crazy... but u growl or show that ur taller by standing up to show UR DOMINANT so they quit. they fight out of insecurity theyre looking for a sense of control in your house hold show them who's boss once or twice and theyll get over it
  
  hope i helped ;)


• spank them and show them your the alpha.
  my dog did the same thing.


• I recommend you read this:
  http://dogpublic.com/articles/article.as…
  
  Are both dogs neutered? Around their age, an intact male has literally about ten times the amount of testosterone as an altered or older dog. They're like rowdy teenage boys with just as much bravado, and predictably, this causes friction because they both have the same assertive personalities. While neutering them is unlikely to completely solve the problem, it would almost definitely help.
  
  Out of curiosity.. are you sure they're fighting? They might sound like a dumb question, but "growling and trying to bite and fight each other" pretty well describes how two rambunctious dogs play. When my two boys play, they snarl, growl, bark, mouth-wrestle, jump on each other and chase each other, but I know that it's play because their bodies are relaxed, they're having fun, and although they're constantly using their mouths and biting each other, *no harm is done.* When your dogs appear to be fighting, are their bodies stiff? Hackles raised? Lips drawn back? Ears perked? Tails raised stiffly or wagging slowly and dangerously? If so, then it's probably not play.
  
  Constantly be on the lookout for any signs of tension at all so that you can prevent a situation from arising. At the very small signs, use calming signals to potentially prevent a situation:
  http://www.canis.no/rugaas/onearticle.ph…
  Distract them. Change their mindset and get them focused off each other.
  
  German Shepherds are both extremely athletic and intelligent, so they need a huge amount of physical and mental stimulation every single day. If you aren't thoroughly exhausting them every day, their extra energy and pent-up frustration is almost definitely a contributing factor to their fighting.
  
  You need to observe them very closely and pinpoint what's happening when they begin to fight. Was one dog monopolizing a certain toy, piece of furniture, or even yourself? All of these problems have different "treatments."


• I think you're absolutely right about trying to restablish pack order because of this new situation. I would go back to pack leader basics if you haven't been doing it lately. Eat before them. Make sure you go through doorways first. when you walk them make sure they know their places and make them heel until they do. Don't play any aggressive games like tug of war and so on. I'm sure you know all these tricks, but it's a good idea to restablish them until they get things worked out. Also, make sure they're getting enough exercise. you'd be amazed at how much exercise helps almost every dog disobedience problem.
  Good luck!
  p.s. are they neutered? if not, than they would defintely help solve your problems!


• I don't want to sound rude (really!) but all that dominance and alpha stuff is bunk. It's like an urban legend of sorts. Dogs have very fluid social hierarchies that are constantly in flux. Like Rookie may be "dominant" over Gus when it comes to the water bowl, but Rookie won't challenge Gus for his rawhide. It also has to do with current motivations, like if Rookie just drank a lot of water 5 minutes ago Gus can go ahead and drink first.
  Anyway, your problem with your dogs I'm suspecting has to do with under stimulation. Was your husband the one who took the two on most of the walkies, park trips, did the training, and played tug and fetch? Did their activity level drop when your husband left last week? If this sounds like it may be true all you have to do is tire them out a bit. Hope it all works out. Good luck!

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Dog Health Questions: Help with Dog Fear Aggression?

I adopted a puppy a month ago from animal control. He is roughly 5 to 7 months old. He is part German Shepard, and possibly Chow Mix. The first day he would not settle so I began to crate train him.

He has come along way but the issue is, he seems to have fear aggression. If another dog, or person he does not know approaches he starts barking, growling and wants to get them.

I have another german Shep mix, and the two got together. They seem fine since then, but I don't let them play too much because I don't want them getting together like that again.

I tried Obedience Dog training but we had to leave because he became fear aggressive.

I am at the end of my rope. He is good with the family, he listens to me very well. He has come a long way since I brought him home.

I can tell he was abused by his former owners and likely not socialized like he was suppose to be.

What can i do? If I try to socialize him, he gets fear aggressive? I don't want him to bite anyone?

HELP!?

The Evolution of Dog Training

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I agree with your other answerers. And I am appalled that your trainer told you to leave because of your dog's behavior. How else are you supposed to work with this if you can't be around what triggers the fear. Your dog is still very young and there is a good chance you can overcome this with the proper training. First, yeah, I would find a new trainer. I think I would go with private training first. You can do basic obedience with your dog, but have the trainer address the fear aggression. You will need to look for someone who can deal with this in a calm but firm manner. Forcing your dog, over correcting, physical correction...can put your pup over the edge. He will need firm and consistent desensitization. And you can wor k with your trainer until you are comfortable doing the homework yourself. Your dog needs to be out in public in crowded areas where there are dogs and people so that you can show him it is OK to relax. Take your dog to a public park...(sometimes I take mine to a strip mall and work with him on the sidewalk..just for the distraction).While out, do your basic training with rewards...do sit,stay,come, leave it , off and watch me. Lots of watch me. And then when people or other dogs approach, make him watch you. Eventually he will learn to direct his attention to YOU and will not react to strangers. But you really need to do it NOW while he is still young and has had less reinforcement of his fears. Once he is a little less reactive...go back to classes! Yeah, there are those dogs that may not respond, and hopefully yours is one that will....lots of hard work...and even if you finally decide to rehome him...with all this training he will be in a better position to find a home. Good luck to you!

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• You need to find another trainer. Your teacher should have been able to evaluate your dog and helped you through those issues or offered you available solo classes. The breeds you have in your dog are extremely intelligent but also very dominate. An inexperienced handler can create a very dangerous animal. You are obviously unable to train him yourself (and that's not meant to be an insult) so you are going to need someone familiar with training aggressive dogs to help you. Please don't wait, this is why people have serious problems and loose their dogs or worse. Good luck!


• You need a professional trainer to properly diagnose and treat / train fear aggression.


• I think the best course of action for you is to find a certified animal behaviorist in your area and have them come into your home and work with you one on one. A reputable obedience school should be able to refer you to someone to help you work through these issues safely, as can your local humane society. There is a big difference between and obedience instructor/trainer and a certified animal behaviorist. Aggression can take many forms and if not dealt with properly, can turn a small matter into life or death. Please seek help from a qualified professional. Best of luck to you!

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Dog Health Questions: Why isnt my dog trained already! help please?

ok i have a lasa apsoh she isnt trained 2 1/2 years old!? she pees in the house ik she doesnt like my dad or my sister but how do i train her i brought her to a dog park and she started trying to hurt most of the dogs she jumps she doesnt listen she throws up in the car do u have a good rutine?

Positive Reinforcement Dog Training

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You are not following through with training or she'd be trained already.

Get her into obedience training to start..
Whatever you do..FOLLOW THROUGH with what you ask of the dog..Not just say NO and keep letting her do it.

Dog Training: Communicate With Your Dog Using The Call Command

• Take an obedience class with her.


• Its most likely the way you have been training her. She has to be taught a certain way to know that going to the restroom in the house is not good. Make sure you take her out very frequently for a few weeks. About every 3 hours. When she goes to the restroom outside praise her a lot and give her a treat. She will then begin to understand that you are happy when she goes outside. When she goes inside, dont scold her physically or mentally. They dont understand that you are mad at them for going inside, they think you are just mad because they went to the restroom. This sends mixed signals to them. So when she does go inside pick her up, whether she is in the middle of it or not (she will stop) and take her outside. When she continues her business praise her. This should work after a few weeks. Good Luck!


• its too late to train her and im glad i have a well trained dog.
  
  you have to train dogs when they are 3 - 4 months old.
  
  if you had ever heard the saying 'you cant teach old dogs new tricks' that's pretty much true in your case.


• more than likely it came from a bad family and its hard for it to adapt, and if that's not than call the dog whisperer

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Dog Health Questions: Dog Training-Bird Transport Cages?

Where can I get a multi-compartment pigeon transport cage for a reasonable price? I want to be able to transport 6-12 birds at one time.

Dog Training - Avoiding Common Mistakes During Dog Training Sessions

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http://www.thatpetplace.com/pet/cat/info…
http://dblrsupply.pinnaclecart.com/catal…
http://www.lakecumberlandgamebirds.com/i…Many people build their own.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog Training Help Please Answer?

How Do I teach y dogs roll over?

Six Dog Training Tips to Modify Negative Behavior

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You can do it by luring them with a treat.

Get them to lay down and to the side. To do this bring a treat from their nose to the ground, you may need to pull the treat out a bit or in a bit. It will depend on your dog. Then bring the treat around to their side but in towards their body.

Next take the treat and bring it over their body to the other side.

Time To Find Out More About Appropriate And Efficient Dog Training

• Put your dog in the down position. Have a treat in your pocket easy to get at. Scratch you dogs tummy until he is relaxed on his back. Now, holding the treat in you right hand, say "Roll Over" and move the your hand from left to right keeping it close to your dog's nose. His head and of course his body will follow the scent of the food. Praise him. Keep doing this and eventually he will understand the command. You can see a real beauty on http://wonderfulworld-today.blogspot.com…


• Look at this website: http://www.collargirl.com/roll-over.html
  
  Also, get "The Culture Clash" by Jean Donaldson by all sorts of training advice broken down into small, easy steps.
  
  Good luck!

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Dog Health Questions: What are some good on-line resources for dog training?

I recently got a Labradoodle (a stray, about 2 years old). I know he's going to need some work, but he should be very trainable. He doesn't fetch. I'd like to train him to come to a dog whistle. He shakes (though I think he used to get a treat when he shook, so I think he spontaneously shakes because he wants a treat).

Are there any good books or web pages out there - something I could print out and read at my leasure, etc.?

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Go to Dr. P's Training Tips on your search engine. You will find all kinds of stuff on there. There is also the auther Patricia McConnell. She is great. She has a lot of humor in her books which make the reading a lot more fun. It is great that you want a trained dog. I love a saying a heard a while back...your dog wakes up every morning wanting to do nothing but please you and it is your job to teach it how to do that.

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• go to you tube or myspace and look up zak george. i think his email is zakgeorge21@yahoo.com and he is a professional dog trainer and more than willing to help anyone and he also has videos on some training tips


• certainly there are some stuff which you can download instantly like
  Dog Food Secrets.
  Healthy Food For Dogs: Homemade Recipes.
  Do It Yourself Dog Training Ebooks And Audios Package.
  Dog Training Mastery - An Owners Manual!
  and lots more...
  go to this page http://azqq.com/2716/


• I've had success with positive reinforcement - little treats you give to the dog once he's done something you've asked of him. Negative reinforcement or scolding often makes a dog much less traininable in the log run and should be avoided.


• The industry of dog training is so unregulated, anyone can claim to be a trainer and the advice can be so bad, it can be damaging. Hopefully, what ever site you choose, they have an association with APDT - Association of Pet Dog Trainers whose philosophy and requirements make them very respected in this industry. There is a new site:
  http://www.dogstardaily.com/
  for both dog owners and trainers. It is excellent and the creator is the most respected Man in this industry. Dr. Ian Dunbar who actually started puppy training in the US.


• I would start doing some serious dog training sessions ASAP. Dog trainers/schools are OK, but if YOU are the one that trains your dog, he'll listen to you much more willingly. Here's a dog training course I recommend... http://tinyurl.com/2f8kux

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Dog Health Questions: Training your dog.?

Does anyone know how much Petsmart, in Sandcity, California, charges for beginner dog training?

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Don't waste your money on this type of training. They're expensive and they don't have the best of training either.

Best way to find a good trainer is to contact a local obedience club and ask for referrals. They will tell you of people many have used and trust and KNOW to be experienced and good at what they do. It will also me much less expensive.

Added: All the people I called in the yellow pages wanted no less than $75 for 6 weeks and some were $150+, including the "pet supply stores", but the trainer I found, thru a local dog training club, is only $50 for a 7 week class. She's a breeder and has been showing and titling her breed for 25+ yrs... lots of experience at less cost... Trust me, do your research!

Dog Training and Obedience

• Yes dont go to pet smart not very good trainers!


• I don't recommend training there either. I would ask your vet for local trainers in the area. Many of them "partner up" with a good local trainer as they see so many animals and people are always looking for a dog trainer.
  
  Good for you for looking into training - now, take a little bit more time and find a better one! Good luck!


• Calling them would get you a quicker response than on here but...
  
  I live in OH and they charge 105.00 for an 8 week session here.
  
  Petsmart is over priced. I called my vet and he reccomended a local puppy school and they were half the price.


• I certianly wouldn't go with petsmart. I've observed too many classes taught at different petsmarts that could be tramatizing to the dog. Asking local vets is a great way to find good dog trainers. Do your research on differant types of dog training and start asking the trainers in your area. I've found Clicker Training to work best with my dogs as it's positive reinforement.

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Dog Health Questions: Stud dog training any advice from breeders please my dog is 3 months old labrador ?

i will use him for stud wen he is old enough what age is this i breed labradors but never own a stud dog

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You breed him when he is 2 years old, and has passed his genetic hip and eye certifications.

Being that you're a breeder, you certainly know what those are, right?

Dog Training Clicker - Why Use a Clicker?

• Being that you breed Labradors anyway, you should know. Why don't you ask your mentor?


• he first needs to earn his CH title in the show ring to proove that he is a good example of the breed tho.. and he also needs his genetic health tests thru the OFA, CERF, BAER, PennHip and Optigen, as well as a brucellosis test.. all of these tests are done at 2 years old.


• sorry dunno


• Well, you can start by stacking him and gaiting him so he will be ready for his first show when he's 6 months old. If he does well in the ring, you can have his hips and elbows scored by OFA when he is 24 months old, and all other genetic health testing. If everything goes well after he is 2, I don't think he will need any lessons on how to breed a b**ch. It is you that needs the education and your pup can start in a beginners obedience and handling class.


• Get real! What makes your dog worthy of breeding? No owner of a good female will breed to a nothing dog, who hasn't proven itself worthy of breeding. If you already breed dogs, you shouldn't have to ask questions on YA's.
  
  Let's see:
  
  Has you dog earned his breed championship?
  Has your dog had all of his genetic and health testing done? OFA'D, eyes, elbows, knees, etc?
  
  You are crazy! Get the dog neutered and don't be responsible for millions of dogs being euthanized because backyard breeders like yourself.
  
  NEUTER


• First thing is l presume he is registered with the AKC or relevant body.Secondly for genuine breeder to use him he has to do well in the Show ring so you have to get his title although you can get Obedience and Agility titles if you prefer.Lab breeders look for the best stud avail and if yours has not got a top pedigree and champions behind it and it is not a champion you will not have many people with pure breads knocking on your door.Sure you can Cross breed but l am sure that is not your intention Do not use him at stud until he is at least 18 months old some people will not agree but after 40 years of breeding l have seen what happens to males that are bred too early


• Show him lots of pictures of girl dogs, the ones who go into dog shows and get their hips and eyes checked. Then, maybe he'll want to do the same thing.


• You "breed" Labs but have NO IDEA how old a stud needs to be???
  
  So you are a BYB that clearly has no idea about getting health clearances. Wonderful. The breed needs more people breeding CRAP. It is practically destroyed right now, so you might as well add to it's sure destruction.
  
  TWO YEARS is when they can get hip and elbows done. TWO. You do NOT breed until AFTER they have cleared all the test needed.


• Please tell me what it is about your dog that would make me want to use him.
  This is the stud dog I used last time I bred a Lab.
  http://www.justamere.com/cgi-bin/ViewLab…
  How well does yours compare?


• He should not be bred until he is fully mature, and has finished his championship. Also, all genetic testing is done about 2 years old. He should not be bred until all test come back clear.


• Schnauzer: Breed Ring Championship, Obedience & Agility are great too. But don't forget field titles! After all this is what Labs were really meant to do. :)

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Dog Health Questions: What is a good dog training system?

If you read my earlier question about Don Sullivan [AKA whack-job] you already know that I want a training system that won't require me to be mean to my dog [this Sullivan man wants me to yank my dog's neck].

I refuse to have to hit, kick, yank, or cause any bodily harm to my dog. I am sure there is other ways to make one behave.

I hear wonderful things about Cesar Millan. Anyone have experience with him?

I'm looking for a system that is rather affordable, please.

And, if it matters any, my dog is a 1 year old male Shih Tzu.

Thanks so much. :]

Dog Training And Electronic Shock Collars

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I recommend Victoria Stillwell. Her show, It's Me or the Dog, is on Animal Planet. They just started a new season.

I like her better than Cesar Millan for many reasons. She uses far less aversive techniques. She is extremely pro-positive reinforcement. She uses modern dog training techniques that are less likely to cause any harm to the dog.

I would suggest googling her to learn more about her techniques. I would also suggest googling NILIF (Nothing in Life is Free), which is a technique that she uses--it's simple, yet very effective.

My issue with Cesar is that he uses a lot of very aversive, outdated techniques, such as the "alpha roll," which can be very dangerous to the owner and ineffective for managing the dog's aggression. He also uses "flooding" techniques for fearful dogs. He uses very little positive reinforcement, a LOT of negative reinforcement, and his methods can be dangerous for inexperienced dog owners.

The Different Types of Dog Training

• Not sure about this Sullivan guy, but if you are looking for 'treat only' training you are going to be hitting, kicking, and causing yourself bodily harm when you find out it is quite ineffective.
  
  Giving a correction does not have to cause bodily harm and is perfectly natural to a dog. What do they do to each other? Do you think they rationalize with each other? Or explain their feelings to one another? Of course not. Dogs are very physically expressive with their communication. You don't have to be mean, harsh, or cruel but a proper correction belongs in good dog training. One of the best ways to give a correction is simply with a leash and collar.


• Do it yourself. It takes time & Patience.
  My Whippet puppy has a crate. When she's bad (not very often) she has total loss of privileges i.e. no lying on the sofa, no snuggles, no playing with my older ***** for a while. Last one lasted about half an hour. She is learning that good behaviour gets rewards. If she has a dry night then she goes on a long walk. If she's good no problem.
  I do not believe in the rolled up newspaper method or anything like that. The only bodily harm she gets is for biting that is naughty & she bets nipped back on the bum where she's fattest.


• There are several variants of Operant Conditioning that work well. Just don't fall for the "positive reinforcement" idiocy that is out there, because there is no such training method. There are four segments of operant conditioning and positive reinforcement is only one of the four. As you learn about training animals you will find that all four segments are necessary. ie; when you withhold the cookie, that is negative punishment, exact opposite of positive reinforcement.
  
  So first learn about operant conditioning, and then find a training program that suits your needs.


• Ty and TJ gave great answers. I don't know about the Sullivan method, but what you are describing is a "leash pop" - and it works. Go try a "positive only" method, and when you realize that the only way your dog will listen to you is if you have food (i.e. are bribing it to perform), then come back and ask us about methods that actually work.
  
  Really, go look up the information TJ mentioned - that's how to train a dog!

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Dog Health Questions: Sled dog training questions anyone?

Okay, right now I can't start a team...my parents would never allow it. But after collage I would really like to, and right now I am buzzing with questions that will hopefully be answered.

1. When you are teaching a dog 'gee' and 'haw', do you only teach the lead dogs or do you teach each one individually?

2. What do you feed your team, and when would be best? How much?

3. How do you teach your dogs 'on by' if you only have your own team to work with and no others to pass you?

4.How many miles should you go for each week in the first three years? (I heard that you shouldn't 'pack' them on until they are older than three, it can damage their shoulders and discourage them)

5. How often should you stay on the sled and how often do you get off of the runners?

6. Should you start with H back of X back harnesses?

7. If you are starting from scratch should you start with more than one or two dogs? (I was thinking about getting one first, one with the right 'stuff' to be a leader, training them for a season and getting the next one...and a season later getting two more if it was something that I could do, afford, and enjoy)

I know that I probably am not experienced to really get this down, but what is the harm in trying? I plan on being a companion animal vet so I should be able to afford the care of my dogs and care for them my self. Thanks for the answers! smile :D

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I have only been mushing for a few years but am excited to share what I can.

1) I bought a retiered lead dog already trained with commands and I run the younger dogs beside him and he does a lot of the training. Most people that I ha.ve talked to say that they only intentinally train dogs comands if they suspect they will be leaders. Others are tained in command also but that is in the general training.

2) I feed my dogs a comercial kibble made for working dogs, particuarly sled dogs. It is higher in protien and fat content then regular dog food. I also add extra tallow (fat) to their diet. They also get frozen or dried fish as a treat. During the summer they are on a maintence diet that is justlike a pet dog gets because they do not need the extra fats and protiens.
During the summer I feed my older dogs once a day and my just 1 year old pup twice a day. They eat 2 cups of kibble a day. pup gets 3. I watch their weight and adjust the amount as needed. During the winter: morning they get a bowl of hot water with a powder supplement and beef tallow, and 1/2 cup of kibble added. At night they will get kibble 2 cups or more with hot water and tallow. I might also snack them onsome frozen or raw fish. Water will freeze if it sits out so when i waterI bait the water with a little food to get them to drink before it freezes.

3) I have had the same question so I donot have an answer. I do use on by any time there is a distraction, barking dogs, game, also I have used a snowmachine and done some passing but it is not the same. Most mushers join up with other mushers and work together to teach those skills but I do not have that luxery

4) By the end of the season my pup who was 1 in june was running about 4 mikles a day on flat ground. yearlings can run farther and I know many of the well known trainers will run puppy teams of yearlings in the big distance races.

5) That depends on the terran. I will pump when my dogs seem to be struggling or always up the hills.

6) I use x back harnesses on the sled, I have a distance (short) harness that I use with the scooter and canicross because the tug has more slope. I think the type of harness is a personal choice

7) I started with a good well trained retiered leader, a few monthes later got a good team dog. then for christmas i got a 6 month old pup that I am training. Now i am looking for my 4th dog. This worked good for me. I was able to gain skills as a gradually increased my team. If you are thinking about racing they have catogories for as little as 1 dog.

Im a teacher in a remote village in alaska and dog mushing is something I have always wanted to do

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Dog Health Questions: A dog training contradiction??

Well, they say that if you have a problem training your puppy, then you should strictly crate train them. This means no outside crate activity except for eating and going potty.
They also say that "tie-outs" or keeping your dog outside all day because they run wild in the house, is not good. These kinds of dogs will go crazy in the house because they dont know how to act in the house.

Here is my point: Aren't the "tied out" dogs and the "strictly crate trained" dogs kinda the same? They both dont know how to act in the house whether it be running wild or going potty. If a crate trained dog only stays in its crate, when it finally gets out, it has no preconcieved notion to not eliminate there. Same as the tied out dog who is let into the house and runs wild because it does not know how to act. Therefore, is crate training really effective??does it cause bad behaviors cuz the dog is unable to walk around the house, and therefore doesnt know he or she shouldn't eliminate there?

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A crate is a great thing to keep your pup safe when you can't supervise her. You can't leave them crated or tied out all the time because they will never learn how to live in the house.

I have never heard anyone claim that they should be tied/crated all the time except when eating/pottying. That is stupid. Of course, there are so many clueless self proclaimed 'experts' out there...China said - " I have 8 Shih Tzu that have full run in my home..They have never been in a crate other then when they are being groomed. "

For one thing, crates keep them safe when they are young or naughty and almost all breeders use crates and X-pens. What happens to your non crate trained dogs when they have to travel, if something should happen to you and they go to new homes, are injured and need total rest, etc. What do you do with a puppy, let it have the run of the house, potty and chew whatever it wants? Are you able to supervise a puppy 24/7?

BTW, dogs are DEN animals (even foofoo lap dogs) and many love their crates.Zoe said - " Training children is much the same as training puppies"

LOL! Not so much, they are not human children. They learn and think differently. This thinking is at least partly responsible for our current dog problems, people do not understand that they are not humans in fur coats. How many hours have you spent managing large packs of dogs. How many dams have you watched raise her puppies? Dogs should be raised and treated as their mothers/pack leaders would.

And "Puppies like to run and play and follow their owners."

Of course they do, and they should. But when you cannot supervise them, they should be somewhere safe from trouble.

I HATE it when people answers questions and know little to nothing about the topic.

Break their spirit .... by being in a crate some....LMAO!!!!

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• if it does go potty outside then it does not need to be in the crate all the time. make a area that is safe for the puppy when you let it loose in that area. check with akc.org. for more help.


• crating training is meant for when you cannot supervise the dog, it will not become housetrained living in a crate.
  
  supervising means watching the pup in the house every single second if it attempts to potty in the house a stern verbal correction is given and you take the pup outside immediately and praise when they go.
  
  Inorder to make sure the pup is not running all over the hjouse you can babygate the pup into the same room you are in , or put a leash on and tie to yourself to make supervising easier.


• My personal beliefe is that dogs should not be restricted permenantly all day, whether in a crate or tied out. If your dog is difficult to train then you need to find a suitable method that works. All restricitng a dog does is make them frustrated so they are actually more likely to misbehave when let out and hence make training considerably more difficult. I've had many different dogs of different breeds and I haven't really had a dog that was that difficult to house train. It's just a matter of being totally 100% consistant and really making sure that they can't make a mistake rather than trying to correct a mistake they have made.
  Hence the advice that when you firat get your puppy then it needs to go out every hour day and night, immediately upon waing and after a feed. If you stick to this it will only take a couple of weeks to house train your dog.


• Personally, I disagree with crate training. I've owned several dogs and have never crate trained. Some dogs take longer than others to housebreak. I have a fenced in backyard and when my dog would start to "go" in the house I would rush them outside and go out with them and then praise lavishly when they went to the bathroom. I find that it helps if you praise immediately upon them finishing eliminating outside. Also, I would take them out a couple of times during the night and do the same procedure. I didn't wait for them to "tell" me they had to go out at night. Then when they seem to be getting the hang of it I would reduce going out with them and praise them when they come back in the house. Keep cutting back a little at a time and they will eventually let you know when they have to go outside. This takes time but has worked for me with several dogs. I currently have 3 dogs with ages ranging from 6 years to 10 months.


• The crate isn't designed to be used as a prison. It is a training tool.
  
  Yes, dogs kept in crates constantly do develop problems. They tend to be unruly when released from the crate, and you are correct, they don't know how to act in the house.
  
  If you use the crate when the pup cannot be supervised, they do housebreak alot easier. Keep in mind a young pup will eliminate alot more than a grown dog, therefore, the you need to be aware of what the pup is doing and watch for basic signs that he/she needs to go out.
  
  Rule(s) of thumb:
  When a pup wakes up, they need to go out.
  After a pup eats, they need to go out.
  After 15-20 minutes of play, they need to go out.
  
  If you take them out and they do not go to the bathroom, yes you should crate them. If they do go to the bathroom, they should be ok for a period of time. After 20-30 min start keeping a closer eye on them, especially if they're playing alot. Work on a little basic obedience, then back out.
  
  If your crate is too large, they will mess in it. Crate size should be: height about 1" clearance when the dog is sitting down, length and width: dog should be able to stand, turn around and lay down comfortably. That's it!


• I believe that crate training is cruel and barbaric. Training children is much the same as training puppies. Who would ever think that locking a child in a crate would actually achieve any positive effects?
  
  Dogs are said to be 'den' animals and they actually like to be locked up in a crate. What a load of crap! Puppies like to run and play and follow their owners. They love freedom the same as you and me. Of course they lie down and behave in a crate... well what else can they do for chrissake?
  
  For positive toilet training without crating read this article
  http://www.dogchatforum.com/toilet-training-puppy.htm


• I don't know where you got your information but you receive totally wrong. I wish I wouldn't have read your question because I am really feeling sorry for your pets. The kind of life they must be having being in your care. The only thing I am going to tell you what to do, and no one is going to like it, but you need to find you dog a good home. What I see here if this dog stays with you , he will not have a chance at a happy life. You have already , by now , broke that dogs spirit.
  There is nothing sadder than a dog's broken spirit. This you can see in their eyes. Someone needs to get these dogs off of you. This is so sad.
  
  I will accept all the thumbs down on this question..But someone needs to save these dogs from her.
  
  Let me add this ..I am really against crates for this reason. People are not using them for what it was intended to be use for. I have 8 Shih Tzu that have full run in my home..They have never been in a crate other then when they are being groomed.


• Here is a crate training article that might answer some of your questions.
  
  I crate train for a completely different reason than potty training. In training a dog everything is based on three actions;
  #1 moving away from the handler
  #2 remain stationary
  #3 moving toward the handler
  Without realizing what you have done, when you crate train a dog you have laid the foundation for all three actions.
  When you say "kennel" and send the puppy into the crate, you have taught the dog to move away.
  When you say "lay down and go to sleep" you have taught the dog to remain stationary.
  When you open the crate and say "here" you have taught recall (moving toward)


• You have to train!!!, love and befriend this animal. Once it
  realizes (after you have trained it) what is acceptable to it's
  master (you!) it will act accordingly. It's just like a CHILD,
  you have to teach it!!!!!


• i right now have three doggs one 4 and two puppys both about 5 months. my oldest dog i got when he was five weeks a=nd was pretty much house trained i got lucky. but the puppys have been a chore i'm working oncrate training both of them. but they are only in the crate when no one is home and at night time that is there room. they go in to eat with the door open and nap in there when guest are over, but they do that volentarily. they feel safe in their own space. one of my puppys is a rescued pup that was crated all the time befor i got her and was deathly afriad of the crate and now she plays in there on her own. it's the same thing with babys. you don't let them roam free when you are not watching them and when you go to bed you put them in a crib in their room. they would rather be with you in your bed but, if you let them you will have a 10 year old child sleeping with you and your husband. you just can't let a puppy roam with out supervision. as they get older them they can roam free just like and 8 year old child does need your eyes every second that an infant does. a puppy is a baby , treat the crate as their room


• i KNOW where you are coming from with the potty thing.... i have two yorkies a three yr old and a seven month old.... they can be STUBBORN little things. your best bet is to do like i do .... get baby gates and gate off the room that you are in and ONLY let them roam that room... as for the crate its ok to use when you have to leave them alone for a few hours but make sure they have paper to go on and something to lay on... my 3 yr old is housebroke IF i dont let her upstairs or she'll decide to potty up there but downstairs she's fine... my 7 month old on the other hand if i dont keep in gated in the immediate area he'll go into the other room and do his buisiness.... otherwise he'll go into the kitchen and use his papers (too cold here to let him out yet he's only 3 pounds) so he gets papers..... if you keep your pup near you limit it to one room till it learns that it cant go on the floor then gradually work up to two rooms and so forth it might work but like i said THEY ARE STUBBORN lol..... but loveable and cute...... and i dont believe in some peoples ideas of crate training it should only be used at night or if you have to leave for a little while if its more than two hours gate the pup into the kitchen or bathroom somewhere with no rug and put down papers........................ hope this helps ya.......... P.S. also tying a dog out all day IS just as bad as crating all day!! same difference

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training questions?

Ive had good luck with dogs house training, leash, and any behavior problem you can think of but I cant get my 5yr old White Shepherd to stay off the furniture when I'm not home!! She leaves dog hair every where Ive provided her with a bed but she still gets on the couch I know she just wants to be near my sent but what can I do?

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certified vet tech here . okay your dog is now five years old and those habits are hard to break so put something plastic and durable on the couch while you are out . plus a blanket under it so the dog hair does not get on your couch . what does your dog dislike the most . if you are able to put that on the couch do it as well. but while your gone make the couch look as uncomfy as possible and find something that will annoy her to keep her off of it . sometime plastic works because of the noise and feel it has to it . plus get like an old t-shirt that smells like you and put it in her bed . lead her to wear the bed is and have her smell the t-shirt . then leave it in her bed. one other thing find an obstacle to put in front of your couch that she cant get through . that is if you really hate her being on it before you go out put it there . and there is the good old NO do not get on the couch and scold her with something . every time you catch her on the couch get a skirt bottle with water in it and spray it at her in the face tell her no and take her off the couch the more you do that the more she will connect no and the couch together plus the water bottle or even a noise maker

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• Try to find a scent the dog dislikes or something she hates to eat and put that, if possible, on the furniture. Or, just put your dog in a crate when your not home. That is what we do. We also discourage our dog from jumping on the furniture all the time. It seems to work! Best of luck!


• You can purchase mats which give a mild static electric shock when your dog gets on it. She will learn quickly. The sprays that are sold are a ripoff.
  Here is a link with product info. http://www.safepetproducts.com/pilot.asp…


• You could keep her outside for a when your gone or you can use a spare room to give to her. You keep it clear of everything except her water etc. Instead of using a door, seal the room off with a toddler door so you have easy access with her.
  
  Hope this helps,
  Chica


• there are those little record message machine things. it goes off when the dog gets up on the couch and it's prerecorded with your voice to say "get down" or something like that. only thing is... I'm not sure it really works cuz dogs are smart, ya know!
  check out Petsmart for one


• You can buy some barrier spray at the petstore-that will discourage her. You might also look into buying her a raised bed or her own little doggie couch. Some dogs just don't like being on the floor-I have three who don't, but will sit on a raised bed or doggy couch.


• Cover the furniture with an old sheet or blanket so that her fur doesn't ruin it.


• it would be hard to train a 5 yr old but with time you could do it. I like the idea that Margs A and realh2h had with finding a scent the dog doesn't like and the mats((as long as they don't hurt your dog)) . you can also get covers for your furniture so your dog can't mess them up or something like that.


• Crate her.
  She doesn't want to be near your scent, she wants the comfort of that couch.

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Dog Health Questions: Any good advice, basset or dog training books or websites?

I have a 10 week old Basset/Lab mix puppy. I want to read about how scent dogs are trained. I would also like to read about training service dogs. I am just interested in different dog training methods. She is such a smart puppy that I worry that if I don't keep her properly stimulated mentally she could cause all kinds of mischief.

I could also use some advice. There is about an hour soon after each of my puppy's mealtimes that she is really hyper. I know that a nice long walk would be a great way to use the extra energy but Bassets are prone to bloat and should not be exercised immediately before or after a meal. I try to direct her energy towards her toys but she likes to jump on my two year old when she is at her most hyper. She bites my daughter's hands and arms and steals her blankie. If I keep her on leash I can control her but off leash she can be a little terrorist. We are working on the "leave it" and "drop" commands (amongst other basic commands) because those seem like they would be the most useful in this situation. Does anybody have any advice on dealing with a really mouthy puppy? Any tips on helping her to outgrow this habit a little more quickly?

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Ah. A Bassedor. That's a nice mix actually.

For general puppy raising, consider these titles:
http://www.dogwise.com/itemdetails.cfm?I…
http://www.dogwise.com/ItemDetails.cfm?I…
http://www.dogwise.com/ItemDetails.cfm?I…

The classic book on scent training is Glen Johnson's.
http://www.dogwise.com/itemdetails.cfm?I…

The theory in his book is excellent, but his training techniques are geared toward German Shepherds which are more biddable and less independent than scent hounds. You might get better mileage from _Enthusiastic Tracking_.
http://www.dogwise.com/itemdetails.cfm?I…

For books on service dogs and how they are trained, check out Teamwork I and II.
http://www.dogwise.com/ItemDetails.cfm?I…

BTW, Dogwise has any book about dogs you can ever imagine. It's worth a good browse.

For mouthiness, the best cure is puppy Kindergarten. Bite inhibition training is generally best done by mom and litter mates, but when they aren't available a supervised puppy play group, such as those at puppy Kindergarten classes, should be an adequate substitute. The instructor can also give you tips on handling mouthiness customized to your specific puppy. Different techniques will be selected based on the kind of mouthiness, the temperament of the pup, and what techniques have already been tried.

For quiet time training, look into exercising the mind instead of the body. Try clicker training. It helps to teach a certain amount of self control, but to a larger extent it teaches focus. You can teach quiet activities like yawning on command, waving, resting head on chin, touching a target with the nose or paw, and so on.

I really like the "Take a Bow Wow" videos for clicker training and used copies are often available on eBay. Also check out Peggy Tilman's _Clicking with Your Dog_.

Here are some sites with ideas for and tips on clicker training tricks:
http://www.clickersolutions.com/articles…
http://www.clickertraining.com/fun_n_han…

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• this link for dog training books
  
  http://www.truveotube.com/dog_training.b…


• Here's a great book you can download and read for FREE:
  
  http://www.dogstardaily.com-train-aft


• For basic training you can visit my web site. At the moment I don't have anything about scent training, but it will come soon, so bookmark my site and visit it often.
  Anyway before you can scent train your puppy, you should first do basic obedience. The come command is especially important with these kind of dogs that like to follow their noses.
  It is very normal for a young puppy to be very hyper after meals. The best is to make that time a real fun playtime with your pup. They grow out of that so quickly and later you are sorry you didn't play with him more. So let your spouse look after the baby and take the puppy outside and play. Do not just give her the toys, get involved, they want interaction with their humans.
  About mouthing: if the puppy bites you, growl very loud. She will stop. If she is a bit stubborn, growl even louder. If she stops, put something else in her mouth that she may chew.


• Hi, I once adopted a dog from the local shelter and I had a terrible time trying to train him. Whenever he was left alone he would make a real mess! Anything I said was always just a suggestion to him that he could ignore. He was so rambunctious. He would not do anything I said.
  I tried lessons with the local trainer but those didn't work! But then I found a great dog training book series called "My Dog Tutor". I got my hands on these books and was able to fully train my dog in 4 weeks, I was so proud.
  Now I'm thinking about adopting a 3rd dog because it's just so easy to train them now!

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Dog Health Questions: What good dog training videos and books would you recommend?

I've done some research and a lot of people have said that Dr. Ian Dunbar's programs are very good.

Videos:
SIRIUS Puppy Training Redux
Training the Companion Dog (4-DVD set)
Dog Training for Children
Training Dogs with Dunbar

Which one should I buy? Would I really need all that?

I'm planning to buy a puppy, but I have no experience with dogs at all :D I really want to be a good trainer and master of my future puppy. Also, which of his books would you recommend?

If you think there are better videos and books written by other people, can you please recommend them to me?

Btw, money is not an issue. I am the issue :| :))

Thanks a lot to those who helped!

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Ian Dunbar's stuff is good. Even better is Patricia McConnell- see her website, patriciamcconnell.com or check her out on dogwise.com

Go ahead and get Ian Dunbar's e-book (free) Before You Get Your Puppy at www.dogstardaily.com

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• I love the website below, they do have free training listed on the website and also videos you can buy.


• http://www.amazon.co.uk/Perfect-Puppy-Br…
  
  You should buy that book..it's brilliant!!


• My personal favorite is Victoria Stillwell's "It's Me of the Dog" book--she goes into detail about training, play, general dog care, and nutrition. A very good go-to book that serves many needs.


• Don't just watch videos. You'll be on your way for a badly trained dog. It's really necessary to go to a legit obedience class (petsmart is NOT legit, they don't any more about training than you).
  
  If you want to watch videos/tv shows while you're not out training...I think Victoria Stillwell is pretty good. She's on Animal Planet.


• You could also check out Patricia McConnell for some good reading, or even some Pam Dennison. Another poster was right, however.
  No amount of books can replace a good trainer.


• I'd recommend you start with Karen Pryor's DON'T SHOOT THE DOG. That will give you the information needed to shop around for legitimate trainers who honestly do know how to train dogs using humane and well-established methods. You and first dog should go through a formal training program. Remember that dogs don't live nearly so long as do we humans, so you will almost certainly have other dogs in the future. The things you learn through a formal training course will be things you'll be able to use forever.

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Dog Health Questions: Gordon cooper dog training?

Is the dog training at Gordon Cooper any good? I am taking my dog there for a 6 week class and I as wondering if it was good.
God Bless!
Brooke

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Dog Health Questions: Would it be okay to use the NILIF dog training program on kids?

Of course it would be a little different, but would it be okay? I babysit for my aunts and uncles, so I usually have 6-8 kids with me at a time, ages from 2 to 10.

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I'm sure getting a good laugh out of the responses here!

What is the opposite word for Anthropomorphizing? Hmmmm..Oh, "Zoomorphism"

After raising 23 children, and over 300 dogs, I can tell you with certainty that kids are not dogs.
Kids require a different nurturing, as opposed to training. Yes, they learn from early on that there are consequences to each action. However, part of the parent's job is to limit the negative consequences.
For our children, we encourage freedom of thought, speech and expression. Our dogs have no such rights.
Dogs bark, we shush them..They 'argue', and we quell it.
As children reach an age of accountability, yes, they should be expected to 'earn' some of what they want. However, as parents, we strive to meet their 'needs'. Children shouldn't be expected to 'earn' their breakfast, lunch and dinner! We provide necessities for them out of love and responsibility.
My children were expected to save allowances, or to raise funds through work, for some non-essential things they desired. I never expected them to earn their holiday gifts! I gave those, and many other items, out of love.

However, a child brought up to speak only when spoken to (when allowed to) and don't question orders, don't confront others, get along with everyone, do only what your parents (or the dominant person) expects of you..will most likely end up being the doormat for their spouse and peers, having no original ideas, unable to self-express, and will happily stay in the mailroom where the bosses are many and the challenges are few, and there is no confrontation.
They will fear confrontations, as they have never developed the skills to handle confrontation constructively.

There are some similarities..as in balances of praise and discipline (no leash-pops for the kids, please) . Also, I have never found it necessary to raise my hand or my voice to a child, or a dog, or a horse. (when I have done that, it wasn't out of necessity, but out of ignorance, lack of communication or my own frustration)
For those who plan on using any dog training program for raising their children..I do pray that the strong parental instincts kick in before you ruin your children, and turn out robotical, submissive zombies, that only live to please others...

( I got a laugh about thinking of clicker training kids!)

Added:
(21 of the kids were foster children)

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• I don't see why not. I think all children should learn the sit/down/stay. They should not 'resource guard' and certainly not pull on the leash when walking.


• YES. Yes it would be okay lol.
  My parents did the same kind of thing - "you want that piece of chocolate? Okay, as long as you finish cleaning up your toys first."
  So the kids are working for a reward/praise - just like training a dog. Although something tells me that kids will respond better to working for a food reward than verbal praise LOL


• I used a similar approach with mine - "You can go out and play when you finish cleaning your room".
  
  But I think you should allow the kids to sit on the furniture. :o)


• I think that would be a great idea.


• Yes : ) I absolutely plan to raise my children in a no-nonsense disciplined way. My husband and I are much more strict with our niece and nephews than their parents are - they let all sorts of things slide (yelling, hitting, "resource guarding" ; ) , crying for attention, etc.) that we discipline and correct immediately. Of course, compared to them, it makes us seem humorless and overbearing, but I'm a firm believer in setting up kids on the right course, teaching them self-discipline, and teaching them consistency.
  
  We've actually been discussing that very much as of late (not that we're having kids anytime soon) so it's interesting that someone else has brought that up!
  
  @ Schmemdog - lol!


• I think kids should be taught to earn things. To many are just given everything they want without having to do anything to get it. Chetco,
  
  They do clicker train kids, and adults. Its called TagTeach. There is some information and videos here http://www.reachingtheanimalmind.com/cha…


• YES! That's how I was raised. My mom was a great trainer. Nothing was free, love was unconditional, and she never rewarded my temper tantrums! Rules to live by, with kids and dog.
  
  Now, if only my boyfriend would hold still while I get this e-collar on him, he might learn to pick up after himself!


• I sure do ;)
  
  For example: "Avery, if you want something to eat you need to pick up this floor first."
  
  :)


• LOL! I am on the fence about that one. It may have something to do with genetics. A weak temperament may very well turn out to be a doormat, like Chetco says. :o)
  
  However, I was raised in an environment of speaking only when spoken to, and praise was not an option, even when the grades were aced. The focus in my home was to be as educated as possible, so we would need to rely on nobody, and have everything we wanted in life through successful careers. I became a doormat for no one, including men. My husband appreciates my lack of "clinging" and my independence.
  
  23 kids???? Chetco, wow!
  
  ETA: Thanks for the add-I had a vision of Guiness!


• It is fine if you want the children you are training to grow up and possibly bite you in the Az someday.


• I prefer an electric collar with a long range for kids, but that's just me. ;)
  
  No really, I think a similar but modified program for kids is an excellent idea. I tend to think raising dogs and kids to behave they you want them to is very similar.....both dogs and kids needs rules, consistency, a strong yet fair leader/parent and they need to understand that their behavior has consequences. It's really not all that different in the 'training' department. Obviously kids need more nurturing whereas dogs are just happy to get a pat on the head and a treat but both kids and dogs learn from having to earn what they get through good behavior and receiving consequences for bad behavior.
  
  Ever notice how people with well behaved kids usually have well behaved dogs and vice versa? It's because they understand the importance of rules and consistency with both kids and dogs.

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Dog Health Questions: Is dog training secrets helpful / worth it ?

so i've been searching for away to train my dog to become respectful and stuff and a lot of people recommend http://www.dog-training-academy.com and i just wanted to know if it does work and yeah

Dog Training Schools - How to Pick a Good School

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I'd never buy from a page that looks like that, you're better off searching Amazon for books or dvds and checking the reviews.

for example: Train Your Dog - The Positive Gentle Method (DVD) - Looks good - gets good reviews
http://www.amazon.com/review/R2OAE1PV3FP…

Ahhhh, you mean the Spammers, like below - three of them!! - ** DO NOT BUY THAT ** - it makes their annoying business model work.

Or ask for advice from Babigurl but please do not feed the spammers.

Dog Training - Secrets For Training Your Dog

• idk i wouldnt always believe those things there is a lot of fraud people out there....the best way is to get lots of books to read n videos to watch n also watch the dog whisperer...he is definately very good at what he does..n i have followed his work...what are you having problems with? i may be able to help you...


• uh, i don't know never tried it but, watch Dog Whisperer on the National Geographic channel. Cesar Millan uses the techniques you seem to be looking for. some people don't like his methods, but just check him out because you might.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog Training Tip Needed?

I am looking for some dog training tips that are relatively uncommon. Something that when I read it I will say 'cool', jsut little tips that will help out the average dog owner. Can vary from tips about housebreaking to common dog training, to anything else about dogs.

Discover the Secrets to Guard Dog Training

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I dont know about uncommon, but working with dogs for years has given me some insight. The main focus is consistency. That goes for everyone in the household and who has contact with your dog. Like children, dogs do best with positive reinforcement. Scolding negative behavior is acceptable however the emphasis needs to be on the positive reinforcement. Your dog has a fundamental need to please you and that reinforcement feeds that for them. Good Luck

Therapy Dog Training - What Are the Various Methods of Obedience Training For Dogs?

• Treat your Dog like a child...
  For me, treating/trainning Dog is like treating/training a Child.
  
  *1'st Be consistance in what you do and your rules and feeding time, etc,
  *2'nd never lie to them, do what you've promised,
  *3'rd schold at site when they do mistake and praise on site when they do good, and remember praise are better then schold, they remember things better when they get praised,
  *4'th play with them everyday eventhou only for 5minutes, and when they start to play it ruff, make sure you'e winning the game to show them you're the leader,
  *5'th talk to them, that's include your facial language (smile, frown, etc.) and body language, they understand you know,
  *6'th try to be sensitive to what they're trying to say you.
  *7'th Love them withall your heart, they also did so...Hope this help.
  Bless You


• I'm not sure exactly what things you want your dog to do. My lab can sit, shake, lay down, speak, and I'm teaching him to crawl. I honestly would recommend teaching him how to walk on a leash FIRST!!! My lab is 11 months old and 86 lbs. and I about break my neck trying to control him! If you want to pay... for $90.00- Petsmart will train them with you. All the basic commands. Then after he has learned that you can upgrade his classes and it's 100% money-back guaranteed. If it doesn't work then you can put him through again! Also when he upgrades they will teach him fetch, and all the "dog show" things. It's really neat. My fiance and I taught my baby at 3 months and didn't use the class. We may put him in the adult classes now though to help him leash train! Good luck with that !


• watch the dog whisper on T.V copy what he does but in your own way.


• first of all u can never leave your dog alone for to long. your dog will become independent and will never want any attention your dog will pretty much become a bum. buy your dog new toys regularly probably every month. lf it is an inside dog make sure that he has a nice comfy squishy place to rest. (im getting tired just talking that way). i suggest u buy one of those big circular beds. see ya


• Why, are you looking for some free tips/advice that you can put into a book to sell and make a profit?


• Remember to always be consistant. No dogs on the furniture means no dogs EVER are allowed on the furniture for example. Don't expect your dog to differentiate between circumstances or situations.
  I like the first hint about Cesar Milan, but "adapting" the techniques used on his shows could prove to be confusing or misleading to the dog.


• A good training tip is to name and then reward things that your dog already does. For example, my pup used to jump on me. I created a command for it ("Come up!" and I pat my chest), so now he (allegedly) only jumps when I give him the command.
  
  Patience and treats in your pocket go a loooooooong way for me. You need to determine what motivates your dog (food motivates my dog), and use that as a reward.

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