Dog Health Questions: Raising a guide dog help?

Me and my family are thinking about raising/training a guide dog. I'm really excited but I want to know if there are guide dog schools out there that will give you the dog to train after it has been potty trained and has basic obedience training? Also does some have to be with the dog at all times? (for example what if we have to go to school and work)
Please answer both questions! Sorry about the long question!

P.S. If there are websites to these guide dog training schools please include them in your answer! :)

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Here are some FAQs regarding your question. Hope that helps!

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• No they do not place already house and obedience trained puppies. There would be no point in that because the purpose of puppy raising is to potty train the pup and teach them basic obedience. Once those tasks are accomplished, the pups are returned to the program for advanced training with their professional trainers and then placed with their blind owners. Training at the school is intense and dogs stay at the school for about six months straight for this process.
  
  Yes, someone needs to be at home with the pup during the day. The purpose of puppy raising is potty training (which requires toileting the pup every two hours when young), socialization, and learning house manners. The pup cannot learn how to live with people to the extent a guide dog must be able to live in the world of people when he is left alone all day long.


• Guide Dogs for the Blind has people who will raise the puppy to 4 months and then give it to someone to finish training until the dog goes back for formal training. by 4 months the dog should know at least sit down and come. it will be potty trained for the most part.
  
  http://www.guidedogs.com/site/PageServer


• It seems that you have been misinformed as to what role puppyraisers/puppywalkers play in the guide dog training process.
  
  The whole point of the puppyraising period is to get the dog used to interacting with different kinds of people, teach it basic manners like housebreaking and not chewing on things, and obedience skills. Once a dog knows these things and is old enough, it goes to a professional trainer. You would not be able to get a dog to raise if it was already house trained and obedience trained. You need to be able to commit to about a year with the puppy, follow all of their guidelines (the standards for training a guide dog candidate are far stricter than for training a household pet), take the dog for regular health checks at the vet, feed the premium food required by the program, and attend all of the group training sessions.
  
  The higher-level skills, the actual work of guiding a blind person, are only trained by professionals who have years of experience in advanced-level dog training. That part of training is a full-time job, and requires that you live very near the school's kennels and the student living quarters, because training guide dogs is as much about training their blind handlers as it is about training the dogs. Guide dog trainers work in all weather (because a blind person can't just skip going to work or the grocery store just because it's sleeting or 100 degrees out), definitely more than 40 hours a week, and usually for pay that can best be described as modest. It's something you do because you're good at it, you love it, and have a commitment to contributing to the independence of blind people. It's definitely not a hobby.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training?

Well I Think i trained my Dog well, what you guys think?http://www.bigpawsonly.com/dog-images/poop-scoop.jpg

Online Dog Training - Train Your Dog Using Your Computer - Seriously!

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Will he come over and do my yard next?

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• hahaha. That's hilarious.


• Whats your address, i have a staffy and a rotty i need to send to u for training..... ;)


• WTFCk! how did you do that? seriously haha i really want to know. its so cute


• My dog is a step ahead... he can make it disappear.

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Dog Health Questions: New dog, training tips?

I'm 18 years old and my family just got a new puppy yesterday and we're picking him up Wednesday May 17. Its a puppy Eskipoo (American Eskimo Dog/Poodle) and he's only a few weeks old. We never had a puppy before so I'm just asking for a few basic tips. My mom said we're going to crate train him and I'm not 100% what that is so any tips on that too? Any help would be good thanks :]

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Crate training: Most pups like their crate because it can satisfy many dogs' need for a den-like enclosure. It's an effective housebreaking tool because it takes advantage of the dog's natural reluctance to soil its sleeping place, it can also help to reduce separation anxiety, to prevent destructive behavior (such as chewing furniture), and it keeps the pup away from potentially dangerous household items (i.e., poisons, electrical wires, etc.) I agree with the previous poster though--don't use it as a substitute for proper training. The idea is to take the pup out often enough (every couple of hours or so at first) so that it doesn't have to soil it's "home". Don't make it hold it for very long--especially when it's very young.

Keep the pup at home til it's had all of its shots. Your veterinarian may recommend keeping the pup home until he's 16-18 weeks old. Listen to your vet, even if obedience instructors insist the pup needs the socialization of a kindergarten class. Socialization is important, but not as important as avoiding exposure to fatal diseases such as parvovirus and distemper.

Socialize the pup. Find a dog park and let the pup get used to other people and other puppies. But be prepared to protect it, if necessary.

I agree with the previous poster that said to take it to basic obedience classes. But make sure it's a good class with a good instructor. There are some suggestions down at the source section:

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• Let him roam around your house on the first day. After, let him use the bathroom. The next, you should start training him right away. Ok, hold a treat above his nose, just a little and say 'sit'. Keep doing so until he gets it. Lay down, put the treat in your hand, to the ground. He'll try to get it but don't let him have it until so.


• My dog is crate trained. And I used to have a part Eskimo/Australian Shepard who was crate trained. For my dog, it took awhile to get him to want to go in the crate. To encourage your dog to enter the crate, drop some small food treats near it, then just inside the door, and finally, all the way inside the crate. If he refuses to go all the way in at first, that's okay -- don't force him to enter. Continue tossing treats into the crate until your dog will walk calmly all the way into the crate to get the food. If he isn't interested in treats, try tossing a favorite toy in the crate. After introducing your dog to the crate, begin feeding him his regular meals near the crate. This will create a pleasant association with the crate. Crate your dog for only short periods of time, and crate him at night


• Crate training is a valid training method but unfortunately most people use it incorrectly. They use the crate to avoid having to train the dog. They put it in the crate to avoid teaching the dog to not poop under the dining room table, and so on. The best is to enroll yourself and the puppy into a good puppy class. They will teach you about dog behavior, how to socialize, how to train, how to correct. Then you progress to adult dog obedience classes. You will have a much better and safer pet.
  
  Many proponents of crate training defend it as "the dog's special place". To my dogs the whole house is their special place, especially the couch, or my lap.


• Crating is when your make your dog sleep in the cage and urinate in a litter box or etc. and make sure you take your dog out right after you get him/her out of the cage or else accidents will happen also once your dog urinates on the floor spray with a disinfectant spray or a spray that says dog accident resolver Good Luck =)


• There are lots of tips on the internet if you search around.
  
  When we potty trained our dog that we brought home from a shelter, my husbands aunt (she's a vet tech) said to poke holes in an empty container like a Gatorade bottle and fill it half full or less with gravel/rocks/dried beans ect. Anything that makes noise and shake it whenever the dog peed/pooped in the house. It also worked for any other behaviour we didnt like. The timing is important though.
  
  Go here for potty training and other training techniques for your dog:
  
  http://tinyurl.com/qm2xnv


• You want to start setting the household rules right away. Treat him now how you will treat him when he is older. Try not to carry him too much, or he may get "small dog syndrome".
  
  Crate training is a great way to house break a new puppy. Basically you teach them that their crate is their den, and that they are not to bathroom in it. After time they begin to see the house as their den as well, and will use potty outside. Remember to be patient though, as he will not have full control of his bladder muscles until he is about 6 months old. And small dogs are typically harder to house train than their larger counter parts.
  
  As for a tip.. Start training now, with the leash, with things like sitting at the door when new people come in the house, how to behave at food time. And stay consistent. Everyone in the family needs to work together. Not just one person alone.


• If this is your first dog I really recommend you enroll in some puppy training classes. I went to PetSmart and they did very well with us. My second puppy is going to classes this weekend. Classes really help because you get socizlation and learn how to train your dog.
  
  My biggest advice is paticence and understanding and love. It will take at least 2 weeks before your new puppy is 100% adjusted to his new home. As for training you'll need to let your pup out after every time it eats, drinks, plays, or every few hours of sleep. Make sure you watch it's movements and then you can tell when your pup needs to go outside.
  
  I also highly recommend positve re-enforcement training. That means you train by rewarding with treats and praise. Some people use shock collars or other cruel methods for their dogs...this should only be used in extreme cases however, some people just aren't willing to put in time and paticence and love. In most cases if you put in the time then your pup and you will develop a loving bond.
  
  It will take a lot of work and dedication to help your dog know what is expected of them. Remember they're a new memeber of the family and it will take them awhile to learn all the rules.
  
  After 1 1/2 years my dogs still aren't perfect. You will never have a "perfect" dog. You always continue to guide them and love them and train them...letting them know the behavior that is acceptable and isn't acceptable. My dogs do very well in understanding what I need them to do but, there are still accidents and sometimes I desire new behavior from them (not barking at new neighbors...a new trick...that stuff).
  
  My biggest advice is enroll in the class and be loving.
  
  Good luck!


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Dog Health Questions: Dog Training...?

I am trying to teach my dog Noah some tricks.
He is a 1 1/2 year old German Shepherd.
I want him to be able to do what this dog can do...
http://www.worldwidefido.com/watch/3599/…
Tips?

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Make sure your dog now all the basic tricks like"Sit, Lie Down, Stay, Beg, Shake Paw, Fetch And Roll Over"
There Are Two Videos On How To Train your dog and some tips...

Video:
http://www.petvideo.com/

http://www.expertvillage.com/results.asp…

Words:
http://www.critterchat.net/dogtricks.htm

http://www.dog-training-works.com/

http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Prair…

http://www.ddfl.org/tips.htmHOPE I HELPED!!!

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• First make sure that he knows the basic "tricks": Sit, Down, Come, Stay, Loose leash walking, Sit for Greeting, Leave It, etc. Go to a basic training class for all those skills, because good obedience is the foundation for everything else.
  
  If your dog club doesn't have a trick training class, consider joining the Yahoogroups TrickDog list. Send an email to: trickdog-subscribe (at) yahoogroups.com
  
  Happy Training!


• Basic Training of the Puppy
  
  The new puppy is certainly one of the most adorable and cuddly creatures that has ever been created. It is the most natural thing in the world to shower it with love and affection. However, at the same time it is important to realize that if you want to have a well trained adult dog, you need to begin the training process right away. The dog, like its related ancestor, the wolf, is a pack animal. One of the features of a pack is that it has a single dominant leader. Your new puppy is going to want that leader to be you, but if you do not assume that role from the very beginning, the puppy's instincts will push him to become the leader.
  
  The most important thing to remember about training the puppy during its first six months of life is that it must see you as the leader of the family pack. The essential thing is gaining the trust and the respect of the puppy from the beginning. You will not do this by allowing the puppy to do whatever it wants to do whenever it wants to do it. On the other hand, a certain amount of patience is required. Most people err in their early training by going to extremes one way or the other. Although you need to begin the basic training process at once, you can not expect your dog to do too much at first. Basic obedience training is fine and should include simple commands like sit, stay, and come. Remember that trying to teach the dog advanced obedience techniques when it is a puppy is much like trying to teach a five year old child algebra.
  
  It is also important to restrain from cruel or abusive treatment of the puppy. You can not beat obedience into your dog, and it certainly is not going to engender feeling of respect and trust. House breaking is an area where this usually becomes a problem because of the anger that is triggered when the puppy fails and creates a mess inside the home. Although this issue must be addressed without anger, it most be addressed. If you allow the puppy to eliminate inside the house, it will continue to do so as an adult dog. The same thing is true of other destructive or dangerous behavior such as chewing and biting. Do not expect the puppy to grow out of it. You are going to need to train the puppy out of it, but you should do so firmly but with a sense of play and fun using positive reinforcement and lots of love and praise for good behavior.


• It all starts with getting your dog to hang on every word. Without his respect, he won't listen to you.
  
  The website in the source, give training techniques that build up to teaching your dog tricks. Best of luck!


• Heres a website to teach you're dog a few crazy-but cool tricks:
  
  http://www.critterchat.net/dogtricks.htmAnd heres another cool trick website:
  http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Prair…
  
  Gd Luck!

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training help, fetching?

Buddy is my 6 year old golden retriever.
For the past week ive been trying to train him to fetch, mostly the dropping it part and he only listens when i have treats.. and even when i do have treats and i say "sit" in a assertive tone he drops his fetching toy but then when i reach for it he will maul my hand or chest and then i get mad because he does this constantly and then i hit him out of anger which isnt good at all. For the frist 3 days he was listening and the mauling thing didnt really happen but then yesterday and today hes been barely listening and hes mauling and i feel so hopeless.I feel like i cant train him to do anything because he has SOO much energy in him! What do i do???

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losing your temper and hitting the dog for retrieving the object, when it returns with it will be totally counter-productive and eventually the dog will not fetch at all.
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You need to enrol in Obedience classes with a recognised Obedience club or instructor (Not Petsmart).
Try and train the dog NOT to drop the article, but to sit and present it to you to take from the dog, calmly. Swap the article for a treat to start with, and use a trigger word like "give" - praise !

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• If hes possessive do a swapsy. Swap the toy you want for a treat or a plastic lid with peanut butter. Please, dont hit him, itll make things worse.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training techniques. Just the basics.?

Okay I got sit now i need stay, and come, and no or leave it. What are some good techniques to train these things?

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First teaching the come:

1. Prepare a variety of tasty treats, but make sure you don't overdue you don't want your dog to get diarrhea.

2. Attach a long leash (usually called a tracking lead) to your dog's collar.

3. Keep one end of it in your hand, while slowly walking away.

4. When you are pretty far away kneel down to the dogs level and open your arms wide, as if asking for a hug.

5. Call him to you with a cheery voice: “(rover), come!”

6. If the dog doesn't respond, give the line a ‘quick tug': short and sharp.

Please note: you are not to use the leash drag him towards you. It's a quick physical reminder that he needs to listen to you.

7. As soon as your dog starts walking towards you, praise him in a calm, happy tone of voice: “Goooood boy, what a goooood boy!” Praise him when he starts to come to you,

8. As soon as he gets to you, give him a treat, or if your dog has a favorite toy give him that instead.The "Drop it" command.

1. Hold a treat in one hand, and give him a favorite toy or a treat with the other.

2. Let him really get a good taste then hold a small piece of treat-food near his nose and say “Drop it”.

3. When he drops it give him the other treat immediately and say "Good Boy!"

Practice both exercises about 5 to ten times per day. But try to end on a high note: stop each exercise while when they do it right. Be sure to give plenty of praise at the end of the training.

If you want to learn more please visit my website I am a dog trainer at Blue Ribbon K9 Dog Training Center here in Las Vegas Nevada.
I hope this helps.
Dave

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• Repetition and reward. Use clear concise commands with physical enforcement if necessary (meaning push her butt down for sit, a hand held out for stay...not physical punishment). Reward her immediately for a good response. Never command something and allow her to ignore you. If she doesn't sit...don't give up and walk away, MAKE her sit. Again, don't be mean just show her what you want. Good Luck.


• For stay first put the dog in the stay position that you are teaching (each position will need to be taught separately but after you have solid the others come easier) then just stand next to the dog so that you can put them back in the position if they "brake". After a few seconds release and praise. Very gradually increase the time that you wait before releasing and praising. You may quietly praise while they are doing it. Then increase the distance that you are from the dog in small steps (each time you increase the distance decrease the time and then build the time back up) If the dog "brakes preposition and as soon as they are back in the correct position praise softly.


• Watch the Dog Whisperer... haha... just kidding.
  
  I've found that a useful training tool is putting some coins in an empty soda can, tape the opening, and shake it when the dog does something wrong... like not staying, or jumping on you, etc... say NO when you shake it to enforce NO... soon you won't need it at all.


• stay- tell ur dog to sit then take a step away then reward. then take two steps ex....
  
  come- call ur dog if he/she comes then reward if not dont.
  
  leave it- take two treats and put one by ur dog[ works better if dog nos stay] then take one treat in ur hand tell the dog to leave the other one and if he does then give the treat in ur hand.


• well since u got sit then that is good u need to work on stay and come which are the most valued parts when you work with come have a cheerful voice and squat done and clap your hands and say come if that dosent work it may sound odd but works i done it with my dog run backwords and say come and when he starts to run after u stop running and wait for him to come and praise him really well now stay is trickey you need a collar and a leash and u need to raise your hand like a stop sign and say stay while holding up the leash and the collar and if he moves dont be to rough on him but you need to choke him down to stay and make sure he does what u want and that you are the boss and i know choking down the dog is going to be the equlivant to animal cruelty to people on here but it isnt when you are training them because dog training is not a nice thing you have to be stern with them and make them do what you want not what they want to do so i hope i helped


• Repetition and Persistence are the key to training.
  
  When performing action commands like sit, stay, etc. you generally want to use a voice command and a hand signal at the same time.
  
  Sit: raise your hand up with palm to the sky
  Stay: hold your hand up with open hand or a fist
  Come: pat your thigh or bring your hand to your side
  
  No and Leave It are pretty much voice commands. You will get the best results with these on a leash. Take the dog to places where you can practice like the park or for a walk down the street. Or, setup some temptations in the front yard like a food bowl or toy and practice that way. Eventually, the dog will recognize your command and obey you off the leash.

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Dog Health Questions: Who has trouble concentrating on the dog whisperer's expert dog training techniques..?

because you just keep thinking, "God, he's hot." I mean I start to watch the show to learn. But I always get distracted by Cesar Millan's drop dead gorgeous looks. Who else has this problem.

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LOL! I've only been watching the show for the past week or two to get an idea of his training methods (since everyone's talking about him)...but I know what you mean...

I like it when he wears the turtlenecks...you can tell he's cut under those long sleeves!

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• Wow... okay... XDDD I'm a huge Cesar fan. I always use his techniques with my puppy, and my pup is very well behaved. But um.... no, I've never gotten distracted by that.... Never even thought of it.... Until my friend mentioned it the other day.... XDDD

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Dog Health Questions: Has anyone tried this crate training system?

Has anyone tried this crate training system called the "1 Minute Dog Training" I've heard that this is the best dog training system on the market. It says that you can be gentle, but effective and train your dog in five days or less. It seems like a great system. I just wanted to know has anyone tried it yet.
You can review the system here: http://cratetrainmydog.com/ Please let me know what you think.

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1 minute dog training? How about "How I can part you with your money in 1 minute". There's no magical crate training system that can guarantee results in 5 days. That depends entirely on your commitment to allowing no accidents to occur, which is what gets results, not a video. There are plenty of free sites online that teach proper crate training methods

Dog Training Schools - How to Pick a Good School

• Dog training is not a secret art. The reason the training material is not free to review is because the content provider's intention is to get your money. Paying money for dog training information is not a bad idea -- if the material is top notch. The problem here is the provider can show zero accomplishments in dog training. What have they accomplished? If you read the site he claims, "For over twenty five years people have called me an animal behaviorist, some a dog whisperer. And from this experience..." So what? Having people call you something for the last 25 years does not amount to an accomplishment. This guy has nothing to show for himself or he would show it. He wants you to pay to see his advice but can't prove the value of the advice. Pass.


• There is no way a dog can be crate trained in five days. It took my beagle a few months to be crate trained. I started when she was eight weeks old.

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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!

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• 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: Service dog training schools?

I really want my dog to be a service dog, and to be trained to help me with my depression. I've looked EVERYWHERE for a school for him, but I can't find one. Anything in the inland empire would be great. Thanks! :)

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First, Are you disabled per the ADA? You must be more than simply depressed. You must meet the legal definition of disabled.

Second, What do you want your dog to do? Providing comfort or making you feel better by being there does not make a dog a service dog. The dog must be trained to DO something that you can not do for yourself due to your disability.

Where is the inland empire?

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Dog Health Questions: Please help! Dog training issues?

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

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

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

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

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


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


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


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


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


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


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

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Dog Health Questions: Has anyone use Don Sullivan's the perfect dog training method

Does it work, what problems have you experience, is it worth the money?

How to Train Your Dogs - Some Basics in Dog Training

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I just got it yesterday and tried it out. I have a very crazy 3 year old black lab who I have tried dog classes, and every type of harness (gentle leader, etc) she jumps, pulls and generally is terrible on a leash. I was skeptical because the leash is plastic. I figured I wasted my money but holy cow!- I can't believe it today we walked for about 2 miles and she was as good as gold. She doesn't pull at all.She was perfect. We passed squirrels and kids and other dogs and she walked right beside me with out ever pulling on the leash. This is no clicker training. it is basically a plastic pronged collar that you have to really jerk hard but it really doesn't take very long. I have watched about half of the first video and he is very good. I cant wait to do more with her and teach her the down command. I haven't been able to take her to the beach since she was a puppy because i am afraid she will see something and get distracted and run away. but if this system works as well for other commands as walking on the leash- I expect we will be back at the beach this fall.
good luck.

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Dog Health Questions: I need some dog training tips on nipping dog?

We have a three year old dog, had him since a pup. He's a mutt - longish hair beagle style dog. Actually he is really pretty intelligent.

He's been an awesome dog so far. I've taken many tips, and have become his "pack leader". However, he tends to nip at my kids when they are playing/rough housing, and when other kids come over he has nipped at them for playing, or when they have food in their hands.

Obviously this is a problem (though he never nips hard...just enough to scare them a bit). How do I overcome this? What would the Dog Whisperer tell me to do?

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I am a dog trainer and I say your dog needs to go to Dog School. If you haven't the money try my 1, 2, 3 easy tips.

1. Make a spot in the house for him to discipline him for doing this. The spot should have NO toys, NO children, and NO attention for about 5 minutes.

2. Take away play time/ treats for misbehavior.

3. Play with him more. Show him how to play nice and discipline for naughtiness.

Dog Training Tips - When Should Dog Training Start?

• I would say take him to obedience school. There are experienced people there who can help train your dog to stuff such as not nipping. Whenever he does something wrong, scold him by saying no or bad dog. They can usually sense when you're mad at them by the tone of your voice. This should also help your dog to not to it again.


• Well, what you should do is let your children and dog rough house.... Then when you see him nip your children once, jerk him quickly by his collar and say "NO! Bad dog!!! " Then punish him like putting him inside his crate or making him lie down.
  
  Do this over and over again every day. Hopefully he'll get the picture. And everytime he licks your children's face, give him a treat. He'll learn lick, not nip!
  
  Good luck!


• Flick him on the nose when he nips and tell him NO.


• I use a dog training tip I learned from a vet. He said to get a small soda bottle (like a 16 oz Pepsi ) and after you rinse it out fill it with some pennies. When your dog does something you don't like - just shake it at the dog, and the noise will stop him from doing whatever it is that he shouldn't be doing. When you shake it at him use a word command like - No - or - Bottle.
  After awhile all you will have to is say the word and your dog will associate the word with the noisy bottle and it should be effective.
  NEVER hit you dog with the bottle or anything else. Also, when he guits nipping and listens, you should reward him for doing so.


• If it a serious niper and if could end up hurting someone really bad , take it and put it to sleep.If it is " puppy nip '' or '' dog gets really excited nipp just take it to a obedience school.It will work.


• I just wouldnt let him play with the kids if he is going to bite them I wouldnt worry about the dog worry about your kids safety cause you never know someday that dog may get even worse and really hurt one of your kids bad


• If a sharp "No" isn't enough, and it wasn't enough for our JRT, I found this, which has worked for the most part. He stops nipping and always licks us. I try to yelp like another dog would if he were nipping at a dog who he caused pain.
  
  From the ASPCA:
  - Give a high-pitched yelp, as if you are in pain, when the puppy bites too hard. This should startle the puppy and cause him to stop, at least momentarily. Praise the puppy for stopping and/or for licking you.


• Dogs have personalities just like we do, your dog is getting older, and maybe the kids make him nervous... is he crate trained?
  
  when he nips, hold his snout (like your holding a coke can) and in a stern voice say "NO BITE"
  
  but usually in adult dogs they already have their personalities.
  just like you and I....maybe he is not clicking with the children, maybe he is a quiet type dog, maybe he is just nervous.
  
  I have a lab that we can throw in the pool, lay on him, feed him from out hand, and even pull his tail, he loves it;.... he has a very playful personality... then I have a poodle, he is something else!
  he is picky, he is nippy, and if he gets mad he will do naughty things.
  he is crate trained and most of the time we have to keep him in the crate because of his bad habits...
  
  good luck with your dog.. but keep in mind, he has feelings too.


• When your dog goes to nip,you smack him firmly across the bridge of the nose and you tell him no!Then say bad dog.That is how we broke our rat terrier mix.

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Dog Health Questions: What are good dog training schools around nyc?

i live in new york city, and i want to send my dog away for obedience school, something kind of close so we can drop him off
what is a good one we can send him too for like a week
thnks

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Call a member of the New York Kennel Club. Most any groomer can link you up with a dog trainer. Sending your dog off to obedience school only makes the dog mind the obedience trainer, not you. You must go with the dog and learn how to train him.

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Dog Health Questions: Does anyone know anything about the Tom Rose Dog Training program near St Louis, MO?

I have been a breeder/trainer/exhibitor/judge for almost 25 yrs and have never heard of it. I'm mentoring a young trainer/junior handler who is inquiring about it.

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It's like a training class for novices who want to show or train their dog. Basically like a shorter course for novices who want to do what you do :)

I believe the next training is on January 14.

http://www.tomrose.com/index.html

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• I had inquired about this program myself some years ago. I have heard both positive and negative reviews. I believe that these reviews are based on an individuals approach to dog training. Tom Rose works with the likes of Belgian Malinois, a smart and obedient breed, however, a very serious and watchful dog with strong protective and territorial instincts, that needs a serious job to do. For this reason, one's approach to training a dog breed like this would be different then that of, let's say, a Golden Retriever. In my opinion from what I learned of the school is that it's top-notch. I believe this school is versatile enough that one will learn how to approach many different breeds of dogs and be successful in it's training.
  There is one other school that I had inquired about that is located in Austin, Tx. The name of this school is Triple Crown Academy. www.schoolfordogtrainers.com
  My top pick would be Tom Rose, yet again, consider the type of training that your trainer/junior handler is aiming for and if poosible, have her visit both schools with a list of questions she might have. I wish her the best :)


• If you were involved in schutzhund at all, you would've heard of him. All I know is, I've seen some pretty piss poor "certified" helpers come out of there. But, that goes with all dog training "schools".

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

See my question from yesterday for more details.

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

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


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


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


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


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

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Dog Health Questions: Whats the best dog training book?

i want the best book that tells you all about training your dog tricks along with disc catching. best answer 10 pts!!!

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There are many excellent dog training books that cover many disciplines and methodology. There is not a "one size fits all" method as dogs and people are different. My recommendation is to go to your local library (it's FREE) and check out several different books on the disciplines that you are interested in. You can also check out the ratings on amazon.com which has tons of dog books. Some of my favorite authors include:
Karen Pryor
Joel McMains
Janet Lewis
Carol Lea Benjamin
Capt. Haggerty
Adele Yunck
Jack and Wendy Volhard
Diane Bauman
Terry Arnold
Connie Cleveland
Patricia Burnham
Alice Woodyard
Remember not all methods work well for all dogs or people. Sorry there is not one best book for everyone's needs.
Good luck and happy training.

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• This oneat whats my source


• What type of dog do you have? many good books but it depends on you as the pack leader to start, No book needed for that, I would say google pet training books to find what you are looking for.
  
  Hope that helps.


• There are many depending on what you are looking to train your dog to do.. Be more specific and I am sure there are people who can help


• It depends on the particular dog you're trying to train. If your dog could read...he'd be the only one that can answer this question correctly.


• This is personal opinion, but I like the books from The Monks of New Skete also, ( I haven't read any) but I have heard that The Dog Whisperer is very popular and well liked.


• I don't have any training book to recommend, but I do know a site that tackles dog training. Here it is, http://dogtime.com/training.html


• Hi!
  
  You need a full and proven dog training program.
  
  "SitStayFetch" is one of the most popular dog training products on the market written by Daniel Stevens, an experienced dog trainer, for every dog owners who know that the experience of training their dog has or will continue to establish a better relationship with their four legs friend.
  
  First when I read SitStayFetch ebook, I was surprised at lots of information has been covered. The 186 page book is broken down into different sections step-by-step, each one dealing with a different aspect of dog ownership. SitStayFetch starts from a basic that dog owner should know. For instance, things to consider before adopting a dog, choosing the right breed, dealing with breeders, the secrets of dog training; and then moves on at common dog problems including biting and nipping, aggression, jealousy, digging holes, disobedience, separation anxiety, fights with other dogs, destructive behavior and even understanding how your dog thinks.
  
  The core of SitStayFetch system is the communication between dog and owner. Daniel Stevens understands that most of common dog problems are from the lack of communication. Your dog simply doesn't understand what you want. SitStayFetch demonstrates how dogs communicate, what are they thinking, how you can communicate with them effectively.
  
  This simple technique helps in improving the relationship between you and your dog. And it also doesn't just focus on one or two aspects of dog ownership. SitStayFetch deals with all common problem behaviors, step-by-step approach tells you exactly what to do and when to do it.
  
  SitStayFetch works because of the tips and advice come directly from the author's real-life experience. You also can sign up for free 6 days mini course which covers selected training methods and behavior fixing methods that are used in SitStayFetch ebook.
  
  So if you want to have a good relationship with your dog and get rid of dog problems, I think SitStayFetch will definitely help you reach your goals.
  
  Check my source, hope it helps. Good luck!


• i used to search about dog supplies, book, food through google and this site :
  
  www.training-dog.co.cc

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Dog Health Questions: Dog Training Session With Kids - Would you enroll your kids in training for them and your family dog?

I am thinking about holding training for kids and their family dogs, teaching the children how to train and work with their dog. We would cover things like basic commands such as sit, and fun tricks and games too. Is this something you would enroll you child in?

If so, how long should each class be?
How many weeks should the classes run?
How much should the classes cost?
What would be your concerns?
Any ideas or suggestions?

Thanks!

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We don't like the idea of combining a lot of kids and a lot of dogs that don't know each other in the same room -- even if their parents are there, but... Here are some suggestions:

Dogs usually cannot concentrate on training for more than 15 minutes at a time; so I'd limit the classes to 30 minutes.

Run the classes for about 6 weeks to see how everyone does. You can always expand the classes later if you want to.

People who have kids don't have a lot of excess money to spend on the dogs' training, so limit the cost to about $20 a session.

Concerns:
You'd better have plenty of liability insurance to cover any injuries, accidents, or bites that occur. The liability issues mount with every kid and dog added to the mix. Children are often "loud" and "unpredictable" around dogs they don't know and the dogs may go nuts with all of the overstimulation provided by the kids. Keep in mind that parents can't watch BOTH their human child and their fur-child at the same time. Horrible mishaps can happen in a second...

Don't let any dog into the class that isn't current on ALL of its vaccinations (including rabies and Bordatella). That means, no dogs younger than 4 months.

Don't let any female dogs into the class that are pregnant or in heat.

Have an orientation class without the kids or dogs first -- just the parents/dog owners -- to let them know what is expected of them in class; what behaviors are allowed /disallowed; where the "time-out corner is; what sort of discipline you'll allow for the kids and dogs (corporal punishment, adversives, etc.); how to "read" a dog's body language, etc ...

Have a detailed plan already written out in case the dogs start fighting, including all of your emergency numbers for ambulance / vets/ etc.

Make sure everyone signs off on a document that specifies what the course entails, what you're liable for, and what they're liable for.

You're taking on a lot here... We wish you the best.

Dog Training and Obedience

• Major concern...Do you know what you are doing? If you do then you do not need to ask those other questions. Send me e-mail as to your qualifications and I will answer those other questions for you


• That is an excellent idea!! Everything doesnt have to fall on MOM all the time then... I would first have the parents enrolled, and make sure the dog has some basic training, is not child-agressive, and the parents can supervise the child's "homework".
  
  Usually 45 mins is long enough to hold both child and dogs attention.
  
  5-6 weeks
  
  Normally, dog training is about $35-40/hr in my area, so stay within your local areas guidelines.
  
  Make sure the parents have basic 1-2 weeks of training first, and the dog is not child-agressvie
  
  Good luck, that is a fabulous idea, I hope you make lots of money, and bring joy to lots of families!!


• I think it's a wonderful idea! And good for you for getting opinions fromt he general public. Do your research and get your business going. I hope you're a certified dog trainer though and I hope you have some education or experience in child psychology.
  
  All your questions depend entirely on the age of the children present, how many dogs/kids you're going to allow in each class, what you charge would depend on the length of the classes as well as whether they are individual or group. You can't have a class of kids ages 5-15. They are on different learning levels. There are really too many open-ended questions that you need to clrify before you can really ask all this I think.
  
  It's a wonderful idea though and something I would definately involve my children with if I needed to.
  
  Good luck.


• Sure if you are qualified.
  
  I'd do some basic market research about your competition at PetSmart and the local area training classes.
  
  I would think that children would have no more than 45 minutes to an hour attention span and for no more than 8 weeks. Parents should always be present because there's a lot of homework with training.
  
  My concern would be insurance and releases in the event that somebody gets bitten by a dog not their own. I would also be concerned about the bottom age limit for the kids.


• How old is ur kid/s? It depends on how old and mature they are, if u think they are mature enough, go ahead. 1/2 hour ro 1 hr classes. try one lesson. I heard one school charged 500 Australian dollars. Bascially, I've never had a dog, but I'm studying up to get one (by saying this, you'd probably think I'm young, but don't worry, I'm older than 5.).
  I don't think I need training schools to teach me, I read books. DK books and books u find in the library under 3-- I think... or 6--... Yea, either one. (but the pets section are near food and gardening i think...) So it depends. I'm so keen on having a dog, I once took a really think like about 1000 or more paged book, (It's an approximation) just to see what I can find out about dogs. ANd I found out quite a lot. (plz don't go looking for 1000 page books on dogs, a normal sized book or what you can handle is good enough. )
  
  So u can find the really easy books on how to train dogs, and save LOADS of money. Be firm when training, loosen up when the training is done. There's also heaps of info on the net on how to train dogs!
  Hope the info helps!


• I think you have a great idea. Keep going with it! I've seen/heard too many times about kids being nipped at or bit by the family dog and most of it was due to how the child was behaving towards or around the dog.
  
  Maybe have the classes be a half hour long, depending on the age of the kids and how attentive they are. Perhaps have the classes twice a week for 6 weeks or so at $10.00 per class. That sounds reasonable to me anyway. My concerns would be that the dogs be up to date with their shots and that a parent accompany them. Have print outs to send home with each kid as a reminder of the highlights that were covered that day in class and how to best practice this at home with their pet. They can keep them in a folder to refer back to if necessary. And have them bring their own "pooper scooper" equipment". That's part of a responsible dog owners gear!
  
  The more I think about it the more I love your idea! Kids need to learn how to respect their pets, properly care for them, and to understand that their pets depend on them for most everything. They will be rewarded with undying love and devotion from their dog.
  
  My kids are older, but if I would have heard of a class like that being offered when they were younger I know I would have enrolled them. I would advise my kids to enroll my grandkids if we had something like that around here. This could also have a beneficial impact on kids who aren't into sports or other extracurricular activities. Gets them out there with other kids that have the same interests. Way to go!!


• I think that is a wonderful idea. First off, you could teach the child how to handle a dog and know the dogs boundaries. Secondly, it teaches the dog that he is not superior to the child. Thirdly, its always good to have a trained dog and encourage a child to know how to handle a pet and how to care for the animal.
  
  Maybe the classes should only be twice a week, an hour long for say 8 weeks. Have a set fee to be paid during the time of enrollment. My major concern as always...most owners do not take the training in to the home. It is important that the kids practice the training and proper care of the animal everyday while at home, so get the parents involved too.
  
  The parents should be encourage to observe some of the classes.
  
  It is also important to take lots of breaks during an hour long session with any animal and with children. You have to constantly keep them stimulated or they will lose focus.
  
  Good Luck and Take Care


• thats very good idea, and if i had kids, i would enroll them. the classes really cant be that long. kids cant stay focused that long. how long, id say six weeks. the price, i dont know that. good luck

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Dog Health Questions: Does Duke Uni in NC offer dog training courses?

Someone I know told me that Duke University in Duhram, North Carolina offers dog training courses. That's what I plan on going to college for as well as grooming, but I'm not sure if it's true.
Also, what are some other colleges in the Virginia, North Carolina area that offer these?

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Yes but it is highly specialized. http://evolutionaryanthropology.duke.edu…

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