Dog Health Questions: How do you train a shitzu puppy?

dog training, information about shitzu puppies, training tips

Positive Dog Training Methods

Recommended Answer:
Breed him with a bulldog.

Basic Dog Training Commands - Improve Your Dog's Behavior

• There are alot of books you can buy on trianing certain breeds of dogs....................................…
  .................read one


• Your local pet shop should have a list of up and coming obedience classes.


• you dont train.. you step onthem... lol no .. dont.. they are pretty easy to house train
  i put out a pad (bought at wal mart in the pet dept) and my shitzu uses it .. shes pretty easy to train. its like any other animal .. patience


• Same way you train any other dog.


• Awwww I want a shih tzu...they are the cutest.


• Pretty much the same way you'd train any other breed. Don't let her get you wrapped around her finger simply because she's a small furball - you still need to be the boss and set the rules (easier said than done).
  
  Here's a website with over 10,000 pages of helpful training tips (free). I know he's talking about training GSD's but Shitzu's can often be more stubborn and selfish than the large breeds. Start early and BE CONSISTENT.
  
  DO NOT, EVER, USE THE PUPPY PEE PADS!! Teaching a dog to piddle in the house is exactly the opposite of what you want. Crate train your little one and everyone will be better off!
  
  Here's the site:
  http://leerburg.com/
  
  Ed Frawley has been training dogs for decades, and although he's pretty straight forward and no-nonsense, he really knows his business!
  
  Good luck!

Read More...

Dog Health Questions: How to stop my dog from jumping up and bite my clothes and hands from over excitement?

My 4 months old puppy likes to jump up to bite my clothes and bite my hands, and it really hurts! She leave tiny holes on my clothes or sometimes a few cm rip. I tried ignoring her and avoid eye contact like in the dog training book says but she bite my pants and tug it instead. I say no and shove her away but she still jump back up more furious each time. I tried kneeing her in the chest but she also did the same. Please help, I'm at the end of the rope here :(

Small Dog Training Advice

Recommended Answer:
Consistently give a high-pitched yelp "ow!" the instant her teeth touch you, turn your back and go off and find something else to do, ignoring her for 10 minutes or so. She can't jump back more furious if you are going away from her. Be patient; you will get results but it won't happen overnight.

Don't slap her. ANY IDIOT can hit dogs in order to control them. Don't shove her, she will only perceive that as an invitation to play rougher...or worse, it will make her combative.

Even after she learns to control her bite, she might still jump on you. In that case, turn to the side and walk calmly but deliberately into her (toward her) which sends a message that you are in charge of your "space". Walking into her will affect her balance a little bit, like kneeing her in the chest, but not so violently.

Edit: If you must spray your dog, don't spray her in the face. Jeez, you could put out her eye like that.

Dog Training Courses - Which One is Right For You?

• Hopefully your dog will grow out of it. You can read all the books you want about dog training, but some dogs are just stubborn. My dog is still doing this at a year old. Don't hit the dog, it'll make it worse. The best thing you can do is manage it and hope she'll stop doing it.
  When she does this, tell her to sit. Hopefully she'll sit.
  The best way is to distract her with something. Find a toy and throw it. She just wants to play.


• An innate canine impulse, jumping up serves two purposes for dogs: it's a way to show excitement, and it allows for an up close and personal sniff of scent glands in the human face. Combine the two--your pup's excited you're home from work and craves a whiff of your natural aroma--and the result is one jumpy dog.
  
  Here's a treatment for jumping up http://tinyurl.com/5ov3wb
  And here's for biting http://tinyurl.com/5hqnde


• Make leaving and coming home completely unemotional. When you leave do not acknowledge her, and when you come home ignore and walk away from her until she is calm, then pet and greet her. She views your leaving as an unwanted occurrence, so is eager to please you when she gets home. Show her that the way you wished to be greeted is by a calm dog. It wont happen overnight, but she is young and should pick this up quickly. Good luck!!


• LOL saying no and pushing her away is not ignoring her!!
  
  Do you have a dog crate/cage? get one! get her used to it - and teach her to only come out when calm.
  
  Also teach her to sit - it's VITAL and as Dr Dunbar (dog trainer) says - when a dog is sitting it can't be doing anything else!
  
  Use a food reward - get her to sit before anything she wants, doors opened, walks, pats, food etc.
  
  Ensure she has LOTS of exercise each day. (what breed is she?)
  
  As a last resort try a water spray with lemon in her face - but that's nasty and I'd try to not use that.


• What you are doing seems like a game to her.
  When she bites, give her a sharp slap (not too hard) on her nose (a sensitive part of the dog's anatomy) and shout NO! or BAD!
  It's all in the tone of voice.


• You can send him to dog obedience classes or refer to dog training videos in http://www.dogexpertreveal.com


• Keep a 4 foot leash on your puppy and when she goes to jump step on the leash, it should only take a few times of doing this before she gets it.


• a spray water bottle in her face every time she jumps up!

Read More...

Dog Health Questions: Is starting a dog daycare and boarding facility in my area a good idea?

I live in Utah. There are a lot of doggie daycare facilities in my area of where I live, there is one up the street. I would like to open one in the next year. I have looked online there are over 100 alone in the SLC area. I am good with dogs and I would love to open one. I would also board cats, do dog training.

Does this sound like a good idea. If not what else should I do. I want to stay in the pet business, I love horses, I thought of opening a horse boarding facility that is to much money.

Thanks for the opinions and please don't be rude:)

Tested Dog Training Tips - The Way to Hone a Dog's Behavior

Recommended Answer:
Do what ever you want in life!

If YOU don't make yourself HAPPY...then who will?

"Dog Care" - The Reason For Dog Training

• It sounds like you may find it hard to get started as there are so many similar businesses in your area. It would be a good idea to find a unique angle to make your business stand out - maybe get someone to come in who can groom the dogs, do claw clipping, microchipping etc so the owners can get other stuff done whilst with you.
  
  Most important thing is insurance and making sure all the pets are vaccinated. I would never leave my pets in the care of a place that didn't fulfill those two criteria.


• You probably should not open one. Why not work at one? If there are already so many, it would be almost profitless to add another to the equation. Many daycare facilities probably have a good client base and those clients will likely be loyal. It would be hard work to develop your own client base and reputation to be good enough to properly compete in the market. Talk to other daycare owners and ask if they enjoy their business or if it's profitable. If a horse facility is too expensive, then why a dog one? They can be just as expensive. There are a lot of expenses with these sort of places that many people just don't think about. Do a lot of research, including asking owners and such.


• There's a lot that goes into opening a business and you have to keep in mind that an animal-related facility involving boarding is a 24/7 business. You will need employees (which are expensive and frequently unreliable) and you have to assume you won't have many days off.
  
  These days, people are boarding less because they are traveling less due to the economy. Our humane society shelter offers boarding and our boarding income is down this year. Doggy day care is an optional expense to people in a bad economy. It's not the best time to be the newcomer. People are going to use established places they've used before and those places are going to be scrambling to keep their existing customers.
  
  Big issues in this business are sanitation and disease control, screening for aggressive dogs and dogs unsuitable for your facility and if you are offering training, people are going to want to know your experience and if you are a certified trainer. So much of this business is based on referrals, so unless you have an established reputation, it will be hard to break in as a newcomer. Liability insurance is also expensive. It's also best to find an accountant that does small business consulting to make sure your business plan makes sense and that you won't go broke and lose your money. This is money well-spent to make sure you are not getting in over your head. You should plan to have a year's expenses saved before you open a business - this includes paying yourself - the business has to make money to cover expenses and to give you a paycheck. Otherwise, it's not worth it. And you have to assume that vacations and days off are out the window for quite awhile. You have to be willing to make those sacrifices. Most small businesses fail and given the bad economy, you have to be even more careful these days.
  
  If you don't have the experience, your best bet is to go to work for an established business and learn the ropes before going it on your own.


• I would hook up with someone who is already running one and ask them to mentor you. Ask them what worked for them and what didn't, and about expenses you might not consider and if they get burned on payments. Word of mouth would be key in this kind of business. I think if you have the land, boarding animals would be a great thing. I heard about a lady in Albuquerque, New Mexico that made a million dollars a year picking up dog poop out of people's yards. That could be a way to make money too, you could hire out people to help you with that.


• yeah, i've the same problem as you do,
  but since i get dog personal trainer,
  i don't have any problem again with that.
  source :
  www.training-dog.co.cc

Read More...

Dog Health Questions: Will Obedience training help?

Obedience classes are offered at the petsmart about 1.5 hours from our home and I was wondering if they would truly benefit my dog. It isn't worth the gas just because you think they are great.

My problems: 1. My dog is a submissive dog-she is starting to do the peeing. She is not confident by any means so she doesn't listen well especially outside when we try to get her to come in or come back. I really think it is just a confidence problem. Can obedience training fix that or should I look into one of those in home dog training things i've seen on craigslist.

How To Download A Book On Dog Training

Recommended Answer:
Obedience does two things:
*It will teach you what all of your dog's needs are, and how to best meet them, therefore having a happy, balanced dog.
*socialize your dog around dogs and people.
this will also help your dog's confidence level, and help your relationship with your dog.
you must get into a routine with her as far as doing a daily walk, as well.
walk her for 45 min to an hour before any training or handling.
walking allows for her to work off frustration and aggression, and opens her mind to accepting the training and handling sessions better.
*when walking:
you must have her walk beside or behind you, NEVER in front.
*the front is for leaders, that's your position.
**she must see you as the dominant pack leader. also, any family members in the house must also learn to walk her in this manner, and attend the obedience classes too. this is so the training is consistent, and not confusing for anyone, including your dog.
*when walking, do not stop, except to pee or poop. no trees, no hydrants, bushes, nada.
*brisk walks for 45 min to an hour will mentally work her as well as physically.
NEVER yell or hit your dog.
this will do nothing but earn her disrespect of you, and lower her confidence in you and herself.
*she is submissive, but also nervous.
*she is peeing in the house, probably because of insecurities, and also marking her territory.
**thoroughly scrub the areas she uses the bathroom with a dog detergent, and take her out, every 1.5 hours, no fail. do not give water after 7 pm, and walk her at night before going to bed.
you may consider crate training at night indoors, to keep her safe. you can also learn this from obedience class.

hope this info helps
for more help, visit cesar millan's website, watch his show on the national geographic channel, or buy one of his books or dvd's. he has a lot of info to help you.

good luck!

Dog Training: Pro Versus Self-Trained, Which is Best

• First, obedience training won't help you get her housetrained - you need to work on that. There's a really, really good book for first time dog owners that's got really good tips for lots of things, including housetraining by Tamar Geller called The Loved Dog.
  
  However, obedience classes will definitely help your dog, especially given that she's a submissive dog. She'll benefit most from the socializing she'll get. A dog gains confidence as they succeed and that's what she needs. You won't get any of that from home training.


• obedience will help your dogs confidence, not at first all dogs are abit shy, but after the third of fourth visit she will love it, and she will grow in confidence in all parts of her life and you will form a strong bond with her and the submissiveness will deteriate
  
  good luck
  
  (they will also give you pointers on house training)


• Well it might be a good idea to call some dog trainers in your are and talk to them. You can not train a dog not to be scared this is not saying that you cant fix the problem but you might need a little extra care. Its like with people, you cant train a 5 yr old kid not to be scared of the dark but you can help them understand that there is nothing to be afraid of.
  My dog and I did some training at petco ( it is probally very similar to petsmart training) and my dog loved it. He got some exercise social skills and had fun. Also we got a great teacher and she was my number 1 resource for problems we had. But because you live so far away i think that geting a trainer from somewhere closer would be a better idea


• I took my dog to obedience school, they keep the dogs in nice little kennels and the guy trains them everyday. It costed a lot. I also spoil my dog, so if you spoil your dog badley, then your dog will probably not listen too you after a while. Thats what happened with my dog.Good Luck.


• It looks like you received some great feedback. Housebreaking does have to be done at home, but the training at PetSmart or any other facility will be invaluable. You want your dog to be less shy and having her hang with other dogs will help. I taught at PetSmart and one of the things I did with the shy dogs was just let them be for a week or two, however I would encourage the owners to work with other dogs as their dog sat with someone new. BY the third week, most of the shy dogs were excited to come to class and established buddies. I treid to make sure both the owner and the puppy were comfortable with being around other dogs before forcing training behaviors on them. They would catch on pretty quickly and having fun and being a dog was key to their success.


• Could be if just for the socialization/ confidence. Do NOT let her out without having control of her - on a leash, long line, retractable lead - so that you don't call her and she learns she can blow you off. She has already done that but from now on always have her on line so you can gently convince her to come back to you and when she does she always gets wonderful stuff, treats, toys, love, everything -- all is wonderful when coming to you. The house training thing - you need to take her to the vet and make sure she doesn't have a urinary tract infection. The class could help IF you will be extremely patient and realize that you need to bring a towel along in case of 'accident'. You should never scold her for peeing but praise her a ton for going outside.


• Your biggest issue seems to be need for socialization. She will be less of a problem the more she gets out. A group-session type of training is the best thing you can do for her. You can also find local dog training clubs affiliated with the AKC at AKC.org

Read More...

Dog Health Questions: Our dog pees & poops in the house. HELP!?

Our puppy is about 9mts old. He is a full breed Yorkie. We've had him since July. The problem is he pees and poops in the house.It seems like one week he'll do great with hardly any accidents in the house. Then the next week he'll start to have them again. At times we'll find pee in the house. We have special spray we got at the pet store to help get rid of the odors so he won't mark that spot again.

If we caught him peeing or pooping (which is rare he'll usually do it behind the sofa, in an empty bedroom or in the diningroom. But if he was caught we'd get on to him.

Getting tired of finding accidents my husband & I stared putting our dog in "time out" for just a few minuets. (I don't know if this works or not. I'm dumb when it come to dog training!)

For awhile our puppy got the idea of going potty outside yet seemed to sit by the front door all the time wanting to go out. Most times he'd want to play, chase leaves and wouldn't go potty.

Still though we are finding poop & pee in the house. We do limit his food intake. I think it was on "It's Me or the dog" a dog training show that said to only leave the food bowl down for about 20mins just 2-3 times a day. So we do that.

My husband is at his wits end though which I can understand. He has the idea to buy a crate for punishment and also to keep him in at nighttime. He feels this will help stop the problem. He told me the crate wouldn't be for anything else.

Seriously I doubt this will work. Everything I read about dog house training says don't use crates for punishment.

i've done everything I can think -

1. Our dog knows to sit near the door when he has to go.
2. He gets a little treat when he does go outside.
3. We praise him when he goes
4. I clean up the pee and clean the carpet so it won't smell like he marked it.
5. Limit food and water
6. He is healthy

What set my husband off and upset me was just awhile ago our puppy left the room, was gone for a bit and came back. My husband went to look and he had just pooped in the dining room again. My husband had taken him out about less than an hour ago. He didn't even go to the door or try to let us know he had to go out.

HELP. I don't know what else to do.

Traditional Dog Training Versus Positive Reinforcement Dog Training - A Comparison

Recommended Answer:
I have a yorkie. He is now 3. Yes you can trian them. hes not fixed either but he knows right from wrong and when he does wrong if you shame him and really yell at him he knows and is upset. you have to train yourself. you get potty pads and use them at the door you want him to be trained at. you also get a small kennel for him to sleep in. its for him for comfort. when you leave you put him in their and you have to give them unlimted food and water. reason being sometimes they can get so they need it for the sugar it can get low and they can soemtimes go like a diabetic with out sugar and get wobbly. its so you have to use the potty pads for awhilea nd get him used it it. when he does on pad you praise him give him treat. ( i use beggin strips( he loves them. when he does poop outside he get sthis. the dog loves outside i hardly ever let him out caseu you know they will steal that type of dog. anyhow now i let him out and watch him and since hes pup i have talked to him like human so hes really human in that extent. when you leae you put him in kennel and lock it and have water and food their in it but enough for him to lay down they usually wont' pee or do nothign where they lay. it shoudl hook onto the front of the door so it won't be laying on the floor part of kennel. when you get home you take him her out and let them do their business. give them time and they wil do it and prasie alot and give them treat they are smart dogs and know what they are expecte dthat is why they hid like you said and do it in anotehr room. you have to train yoruself until they are trained and then they will do it when they make mess you really yell and clobber them with lots of high noise and emotion. it upsets them but theyw ill evntually do better. it takes time and patience but it will work. they are good watch dogs also. you dont' use crates for punishment that is where theya re to sleep or your bed. but they hae to learn to pee and **** outside. its up to you to train them and when they learn they are really good and will ask. if its female they are smarter and learn faster. take care and good luck.

Dog Training: Pro Versus Self-Trained, Which is Best

• We crate-trained my dogs for their respective first years, and they were completely house trained. The crate doesn't have to be a punishment. It simply teaches the dog that there are boundaries and rules. If he goes to the bathroom while in the crate, then he learns the consequence by being stuck with the mess until it is cleaned. You can put toys in the crate with him and reward him for going in with small treats. Good luck!


• they sell puppy pads at WALMART an pet stores.....and you put one of them on the floor and read the directions......but make sure to move it closer to the door after he uses it once so that he will get used to going outside(if you dont the he will have to use them all his life!!!!!)


• To keep him from going behind things and going to the bathroom, tie a leash to him, and tie it to your beltloop.
  
  Below are Crate Training/House Training Tips.
  
  When you are leaving the house, or going to bed for the night, do the following. Never actually shove the dog in the crate, either throw treats in there, or sqeek a toy and put it in there. The dog will eventually learn that they have to go in, if you place them in front of the crate, and say the word.. Place the dog in the crate, along with some safe toys. Close the door, give a treat, and say your crate command.(Such as, night night, crate, or bed). Leave.
  **I DO NOT SUGGEST CRATING PUPPIES THAT ARE YOUNGER THAN 12 WEEKS**
  Repeat slowly extending the time, and make sure you leave time between kennel times, to spend with your puppy. Never expect your puppy to stay in his kennel longer than the age he is in months plus one. (example, if your puppy is 5 months old, only leave it in there for 6 hours. No dog/puppy should stay in it's kennel longer than 7-8 hours.
  
  Rules:
  1.Try to teach them that their crate is a good place. Reward them when you place them in the crate. This is teaching them, that a treat comes with good crate behavior. Always keep your dog in the crate, unless you can keep a good eye on him.
  2. Another option, if you do not want to place your dog in the kennel all of the time, hook his leash to your belt loop, this way he can not go off and use the restroom somewhere, and you don't know about it.
  3.Always take him outside after;(ON A LEASH); rough play, after he eats or drinks, after being let out of his crate, after he wakes up after a night or if he is,
  sniffing,staring at you,whining, or sitting at the door.
  4.Don't ever hit your dog, or rub his nose in his mess. This will just teach the dog to be afraid of you.
  5.Don't feed him or give him to much water, before you plan to put him in his cage.
  6.Don't expect your dog to hold it's restroom, more than the age of the dog in months, plus one. But no dog should have to hold it's bladder more than a 7-8 hours.
  7.Be patient!! That is the key, to housetraining. Of course if you get too overwelmed, you can always buy a book, or ask a professional trainer!
  8.Always, when he goes to the bathroom ouside, give lots of praise and treats!!
  9. If you expect your puppy to go outside, and dont use puppy pads when he gets older, starting out with puppy pads, is not a good idea, because this trains them that it's ok to go inside, and then before they know it, they cant, it is to confusing for them.
  10. Work out a schedule that fits your lifestyle. Feed your dog the same time every day.
  11.When you go outside, stay outside until he uses the restroom.
  12. Dogs while first potty training, need to go outside every 2-3 hours.
  13.Do not make the dog smell his mess, strike him or lock him ouside. This will just confuse the pup, and it might be afraid of you.
  14. Ignore whining, unless you KNOW that he/she has to go to the bathroom.
  Good Luck!


• Well first of all, your not training the dog, you have to learn to train yourself, if your home during the day to make the puppy go outside about every 20 minutes or so.. And your right about kennel, it should never be used for getting in trouble, but its a good idea to put the puppy in at bed time or nap time, he'll get the idea if you leave or its time for bed he's young enuff he'll go to his cage.. And I know what you mean about sneaking off, if you don't pay any attention as to where they go yep they will be sneaky lil pups..
  I leave food out all of the time, and especially if I have a baby cause there sugar levels drop and they have to eat alil more often, for me, my dogs will eat til there full and walk away..
  my dogs don't bark for the most part when they need out, so I just watch em and take them out side a lil more often being pups they need that extra bath room call I have had a puppy you could let them outside and then they come in go to the bathroom inside....
  Good luck and don't give up!


• Get a book on kennel training.This has worked on all of my dogs in the past.
  Not for punishment but for potty training,a dog will not "go' where it eats and sleeps.
  Kind of like a wild dog or wolf will not go in it's cave or den.


• it is very frustrating i know. i finally just got my chichuaua broken and he still has accidents. i would first leave his food and water out all day while everyone was gone. he didnt eat or drink much. i cornered him in the kitchen with a couple of toys a bed and his food and water for 8 hours at a time...nothing. started leaving him out to roam...poop. at night left him out...poop/pee. bought a taxi he slept in it every night by our bed on night stand for a month. first thing n morning...no picking him up or nothing...the word pee-pee is said and he goes straight outside. stayed out of taxi til it was time for me to go to work then put him back in kitchen. stayed home during summer....every 2 hours like clock work we both would go outside and walk. he finally learned from a little bit of praise and an aaaa yell not to do it in the house. he now sleeps with us every night and when we r gone he goes in taxi by the bed. but as soon as we get home...he is out and going outside to do his business. hope it helps. its very frustrating i know. good luck


• Once he's done it, your scolding will have no effect. Unless you catch him actually doing it, getting mad won't help. Yorkies are not the easiest dogs to train. We've had two and both were pretty much the same, and as they get older, it gets worse. We keep Piddle Pads by the door, in case. She goes out a dozen times a day, and forgets what she went out for. All you can do is work with her, and stay patient. Dogs always want to please. Ours seems to be worse when she's been left alone. We really do try to get back and not expect her to hold it all day. Good luck. They are great little dogs.
  I don't think they know what Time out means. Some people suggest yelling at your dog. We don't do that either. We are firm, but we don't want to shame her. They all learn to do what's right. Yours is still a playful puppy.


• 1st things 1st, wen u clean up after him, make sure u r using a product with no amonia in it as the scent from that will make them think that that someone has marked that spot and will go there again.
  You are going to have 2 go back to basics. I know its hard, but if u ever catch him in the act, don't shout at him, he won't understand. just put him straight outside. If he goes to the toliet really really praise him and give him treats, if he doesnt go let him bak in the house but keep an eye on him. If u see him try it again put him bak outside again and keep doing it until he has gone. It'll take time but he will eventually get the message.
  Also in pet stores they have disposable mats (sorta like a nappy mat lol) It has some kind of scent which draws them 2 go to the toliet on that, which will be handy if you are going out or havent got time 2 keep watching him. It would be ideal to put it where he goes most often, just so u have that piece of mind. Its hard i know. My dog is 100% trained but earlier on (even tho i'd just let him out and he wouldnt go) peed up against the tv stand. I was not impressed and put him straight outside.


• The only thing I can really think of is make him stay outside until he does his business and when he does he can come back inside. But you would have to keep an eye on him lol. then hopefully he would associate going inside with pooping outside. Or you could do what my friend use to do. She would let the dog smell the poop then wack him on the bottom if he did it in the house. (I'm not a fan of this method, But whatever works.)


• you dont have to limit their food. let em eat what they can cuz they're gonna poop one way or another. dogs usually choose 1 place to poop in. sometimes the smell spreads and they'll follow the trail of the smell and poop where it settles. the best way to this problem is to put newspapers on the floor. when they go on the newspapers, just move it outside and put it somewhere. then let them outside and they'll go on the newspapers. after a while, they'll become adjusted to the routine and then they wont poop in the house anymore.


• I didn't know how to train our little Che Che.I trained her by watching her. When she acted like she wanted to go, I took her outside..When I found pee or poop, I showed this to her and said in a harsh voice, "bad dog bad Che Che." A harsh voice hurts their feelings. It took some time for her to catch on. Now she comes to us and looks at us and sneezes when she needs to go. The sneezing is her way of talking to use.


• Crate training worked for my dog.
  Limit places they can go in the house. Only keep the dog where you can watch them. (No empty bedrooms, etc.)
  When you aren't watching them, they need to be in their crate.
  A dog is expected to do all his business outside. If he does one or none, he comes back in and goes to his crate, wait a few minutes and try again. Once he does his business, he gets loads of praise and a treat.
  
  DO NOT get training pads like someone else stated. That only makes the problem worse. Dogs need to potty outside, not inside.
  
  Be consistent. It isn't going to happen over night, but if you are consistent, the dog learns sooner rather than later.


• i have always trained mine on newspaper then start putting the newspaper in the yard then they eventually get it i tried to use the puppy training pads with my last puppy but it was just a waste of money. went back to paper and thats where hes at now.

Read More...

Dog Health Questions: Dog obidience Classes. Watton and dereham?

Does anyone know of any dog training/socilising classes in the watton/ East dereham area?

Best Dog Training Book - Attention Dog Lovers, Read This Now

Recommended Answer:
try googling it, i don't even know where watton or east dereham is...

Competition Dog Training

Read More...

Dog Health Questions: Dog training...?

When i take my 6yr old King Charles Spaniel runs in the car she gets VERY exctied and yelps the whole way there!! she sounds as though she is being punched and won't stop whinging and yelping which makes me dread taking her anywhere. I have tried feeding her treats and once she finished a whole bag of doggy chocolate during the whole journey. This actually worked as it kept her mind off the ride but i would like to be able to take her on runs with me alone and not always have to ask someone along just to hold her as she jumps all over the car also. Any suggestions on how to stop her from doing this? Does this sound as though she is scared or excited? I'm not sure... It can be very embarrassing when we reach our destination ie; the beach as everyone hears her and stares at us :-(

Dog Training & Dog Obedience Guide

Recommended Answer:
better to use a crate so she feels secure.. .make sure you seatbuckle the crate.. start with short trips in the car and come home... lengthen the trips until you no longer hear her whine. my female papillon looks forward to going with me as soon as I bring out the "bye-bye crate"... be patient, it may take a while for you to calm her anxiety. And stop feeding her treats.. you are only reinforcing her "bad" behavior. be the "pack leader" and when she starts to whine, (if you decide NOT to use a crate), get her out of the car, make her sit/stay until she calms down and then try again... no treats until you either get to your destination or home again.

"Dog Care" - The Reason For Dog Training

• sounds like anxiety to me. shes overwhelmed. try finding a local training facility and talk with a professional trainer for tips.... good luck and have a great day!!


• she is just letting everyone no she is there. try a bark collar and when you return home take off the collar and give her a treat , then take her for a ride with the collar beside you, if she barks pull over and put the collar back on . repeat until she gets it right . this might take 10 or 15 times,remember she is 6 years old ,but you can teach a dog new tricks. good luck (:>)))


• Maybe give her a raw hide or pig ear while in the car to keep her occupied?


• I would definitely put her in a crate while in the car! It might not stop the yelping, but I have a feeling if she can't see all the motion outside and feels safely enclosed she might calm down. you could give her a chew bone or something she really really loves while she is in there to make it fun. you had the right idea giving her treats to distract her, but it just isn't practical if you are travelling just the two of you. the crate will also save you from having to bring along someone to hold her!


• Carte her in the car and give her some type of a chew toy int the crate.
  Take her out and get into the car and drive for a few minutes and then return home. Make the times vary and the destinations vary also. If she gets in the car and always ends up the same place that can cause them to learn each car ride I go to the vet or groomer or where ever you take her. Change the routine so she has nothing happen to her at all other than a ride in the car.
  With some time and paitence most dogs learn to ride in the car fairly well.


• try to calm her with a toy or pet her to calm her down.


• Sounds like she's excited. One of my dogs starts screeching whenever we're arriving at a place she knows and likes.
  
  Travelling in a crate will keep her from jumping all over the car. It's safer for her too.
  
  The noise you can't do too much about.


• If you don't mind getting your car dirty, you could try those Kong toys where you can put a treat in the middle & the dog has to work to get it out. They work with treats, peanut butter, dog food, whatever.
  If you do mind (and I don't blame you!), maybe you could try restrianing her with some kind of actual dog-restraining-thing. They have dog seatbelts, dog crates, and a whole bunch of stuff. If the problem is that she's anxious, this may solve that by giving her something familiar to return to. Which reminds me- have you ever tried putting a familiar toy or blanket in the car with her?
  Good luck!


• Well to restrain her just use a doggie seatbelt, that is what I do for my dog to stop him from stepping on my baby. As for being over excited *lol* nothing seems to work.
  
  Of course your dog is small enough that you could crate them in the car as well. Maybe throw a blanket over the crate so they can't see.

Read More...

Dog Health Questions: Was watching White Dog, is there a such thing as a dog trained to attack black people?

Just curious.

Cut Training Time in Half with Clicker Dog Training

Recommended Answer:
Yes, there is, and it is a sad reflection on our white society. There are certain individuals even in Canada and the USA that have specifically trained their dogs to react badly to our coloured brothers and sisters.
And there was a time in South Africa when the Police and the Military thought that this practise was not only justified, but necessary to keep the black majority under control.
If such a dog were discovered on an individuals property it would likely be ordered to be destroyed.

Dog Training: Pro Versus Self-Trained, Which is Best

• Yes,dogs are very smart and most definitely could be trained to attack people according to race or any other specific. They could be trained to only attack people in an orange shirt. But I have to disagree with the statement that went something like poor white society because it is inappropriate to insinuate that it is white society because on the flip side, african americans could train a dog to only attack white people.


• I don't think so. Most often "racist" dogs simply feed off their owner or handler's aggravation, fear, irritation, etc. If somebody generally is uncomfortable around a certain type of person, they may foster that fear in their dog. It isn't racism per se, more like the dog has simply been conditioned to believe that people of a certain description are uncomfortable to be around, or perhaps threatening.
  
  There's a line, and the dog doesn't hate somebody because they're black, or white, or arab, or wear hats, or have long hair or beards, the dog is wary of them, afraid of them, or hostile toward them because personal experience while growing up taught the dog that they are not to be trusted. Unsocialized dogs can also develop irrational fear of, say, hats or beards or dark or light skin colors, it depends on the presence or lack thereof in the dog's normal environment.
  
  [Add] Yeah, I suppose one could intentionally train a dog to react aggressively to a certain type of person. You'd have to train the dog to do it though, or be really bad at hiding your own uneasiness, or fail utterly to socialize the dog. They aren't necessarily born that way, but then neither are we.


• Yup.
  
  Our rescue dog Bear was a German Shepherd mix who stood 32 inches at the shoulder. He had been owned and abused by a white man for 7 years.. a racist white man.
  Bear had no problems with most men. But if he saw a black man, or even a hispanic man, he would either bark and bear his teeth, or try to bite them. I have no idea why, but it was what he did.


• Yes I believe so Any dogs Can be trained To Attack someone the usa dogs trained to Attack black humans it the highest population followed by canada just like As i said my friend (black) Got attacked once the owner did not even say sorry


• They proarbally is the K.K.K are proberally trainning them to be against black people


• Yes, very much so.

Read More...

Dog Health Questions: Dog training problems with my 4 year old dachshund?

I have a four year old female dachshund named sassy, and well the name really does fit. In her four years I have only managed to teach her a handful of tricks like: Sit pretty, sit, get back, stay, come, jump, and get off. These are just some basics that I need. But I realized that she doesn't know how to lie down. I just spent some time trying to teach her but I can't find a successful method. She is so stubborn and refuses to listen. I tried to teach her by dragging a treat along the ground while she's hungry, but her nose is already on the ground so it doesn't work. I also tried to pull her legs down onto the ground, but she thinks "Oh cool, I get a treat because you drag my legs" and wont ever do it by herself. Ive tried just doing the hand signal and saying "Down" whenever she lies down on accident, but when I point to the ground she thinks I have thrown the treat on the ground and hops up to go find it.

Can you help me find a successful method to train her to lie down?

The Significance of Dog Training Videos

Recommended Answer:
"Down" is such an easy behavior to capture. Every dog lies down, at some point.

Relax and do this at some time when you are just hanging around with your dog. Use a clicker or other marker noise.

The split second the elbows touch the ground, click/treat. Deliver the treat so she has to get up to get it.

Completely ignore her staring, coming up to you, or anything else she does to get your attention. When she gets bored with you, and lies down again, click/treat as the elbows touch the ground.

Repeat until she is offering the behavior, clearly lying down in expectation of you seeing it and giving her a treat. At that point, say whatever your cue is going to be, as the elbows touch ground. Stop using the clicker, but still reward.

Gradually back up the timing of when you say the cue (but play it safe and make sure she is definitely on the way to lying down for quite a few reps!), until it becomes the cue and not a reaction.

As with any behavior, practice in lots of places and situations, with you in various positions, so she understands that your cue means to take that position, in any situation.

Some Tips To Help You Through All Types Of Dog Training

• You really shoulnt worry if she doesnt know lie down, because mine wont learn any tricks at all, youre lucky yours know some things.


• This is not always an easy command to teach, as it does force a dog into a submissive position, and a dog that does not trust you will be less likely to want to obey.
  However, it seems that you have quite a good relationship with your dog- so it should be possible,
  Remember that Dachshunds have very long backs, so you shouldnt teach her tricks that are going to put pressure on her back- or if you do- she shouldnt do it often or for long periods of time.
  The first thing I do to get a dog to 'drop' is to put it in the sitting position.
  From here, I usually give the command to 'drop' and bring the treat down to between the dog's feet, as the dog goes down to inspect it, I pull the treat further away to encourage the dog to lie down.
  It is not going to be easy with a dog that is so close to the ground already- but I hope that you can get there!
  Perserverence is the key!


• I agree with L. You should be happy she listens at all. My dachshund is so stubborn and does what he wants, when he wants. I have tried training him, but he is just too stubborn. Typical dachshund.
  
  But please, be careful pulling on her legs and making her lie down. I wouldn't want her to get hurt just learning a trick.


• When she's in a sit, put the treat on the ground, with your hand in a fist around it or flat out over it (whichever signal you'd rather use), about in between where her legs would be. She'll try and get it out of your hand, paw you, bark, probably get very irritated at herself. Then she'll suddenly either get it, or get confused and lie down. Praise her and treat her. Do this for two sessions then add in the command 'down' and keep the hand signal. Eventually she'll connect both the signal and the command to lieing down, and she'll do it without both the verbal and physical command.


• There are also teaching methods and tutorials that you might want to use in training your dog. I search some of this teaching system but this on is the most reliable system that I found and it really works Ive managed to train my dog not to throw his waste anywhere.
  
  You might want to check it out and see if it also works for you.
  
  Secrets of Dog Training
  http://rurl.org/1s9n

Read More...

Dog Health Questions: Should I reconsider taking my dog to school?

I am a senior and we have a demonstration speach to do. I love dog training so I decided to bring my dog Missie in to show how to train a dog. She is an attention whore though. Im afraid she will be to busy sucking up all the attention that she wont do the commands. Am I just worrying too much or is their really a problem here?

No-No Dog Training Techniques

Recommended Answer:
How she will behave totally depends on your dog. My female is the perfect princess dog and will show off how well behaved she is to the amazement of many watching. My male is usually class clown. Just showing that a dog can be well trained will be a good lesson for many of your fellow students. One trick I always like to show is the long down - people are amazed to watch a dog statue sit for several minutes.

Have fun!

Dog Training Schools - Which Dogs Are Best Suited

• well u trianed her and that should be part of her training. im sure shell be fine


• quit stressing! You won't know until you try and you both might have a ton of fun! And you can always ask everyone in your class to be quiet and not touch or talk to her until you are done with your demonstration


• Yes, you should go. The trainers will be there to help you out. You might want to exercise her first though to cut down on her energy levels when she goes in.


• not at all IF she is calm so do NOT be nervous as a dog can sense that a mile away.


• Test it out. Invite all of your friends to your house and see if she'll listen to you. If she does, she should be okay. Also, she'll be separated from the crowd, because I'm guessing there will be room between you and the crowd, so it's not like she can be pet and lick them and everything.

Read More...

Dog Health Questions: What is the best Ceasar Millan book for training a new puppy?

We are in the process of adopting a new puppy. I love Ceasars philosophy on dog training- but he has quite a few books. If anyone has used one to help train their puppy and liked it please let me know! Thanks

Dog Training - How to Potty Train Your Dog & End Your Frustration - It is Easier Than You Think

Recommended Answer:
Absolutely none. Read the link I posted in your last question for more information on Dominance Theory, which is what Cesar uses.

Good trainers/behaviorists authors:

Jean Donaldson
Ian Dunbar
Pat Miller
Patricia McConnell
Ali Brown

To name a few.

Books: Idiots Guide to Positive Dog Training by Pam Dennison
The Power of Positive Dog Training by Pat Miller

Rescue Dog Training

• Most people don't seem to like Cesar because of his role of dominating a dog. I would not advise this with a pup. He does have SOME training concepts that are good to implement with a puppy however, such as heeling on walks and excercising, and not giving praise at the wrong time. He is not big on praise at all, which a pup should be flooded with when it behaves properly so that they can learn what is ideal. But some of his practices are much too harsh for a puppy. You must consider & realize he generally works with problem dogs who show aggression. Fixing a negative behavior is different than merely training a pup. I would not recommend any of his practices to those at home who want to fix their problem dog. Sure Cesar can get away with it BUT he is merely challenging the dog & holding his ground. There is a small percentage of dogs that, at this point, would not accept someone challenging them & the outcome could be less than desirable. His training practices on whole are on one end of the spectrum. For a new puppy try to find something somewhere in between with similiar philosophys behind them. Just keep in mind Cesar doesn't train he reconditions. You want to train a puppy...Oh, and what he does doesn't fix a dog in a half hour!


• None of them.
  
  He has absolutely no professional training and uses outdated techniques that have been disproved (such as alpha rolling and flooding). He's nothing but a charismatic guy with a TV show. Most professional trainers and behaviorists wildly disagree with most of his techniques. More on why the so called "Dog Whisperer" isn't all he's cut out to be:
  http://www.4pawsu.com/dogpsychology.htm
  http://www.urbandawgs.com/divided_profes…
  http://www.stevedalepetworld.com/index.p…
  http://www.stevedalepetworld.com/index.p…
  http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cg…
  http://www.4pawsu.com/cesar.htmWant some good training books? Try these:
  
  The Culture Clash by Jean Donaldson
  Don't Shoot the Dog! by Karen Pryor
  Power of Positive Dog Training by Pat Miller
  Clicker Training For Dogs by Karen PryorEdit: Who? A local dog trainer, that's who. Find yourself a good trainer in your area: http://www.apdt.com/
  
  Darksong~


• Brenda Aloff's Fundamentals: Foundation Training for Every Dog... that is what I'd tell you to get.
  
  This is a DVD that is excellent for starting out with a new puppy. I acquired and put this to use on my current puppy, now 7 months and I can't even begin to tell you how great Brenda Aloff's methods are there.
  
  http://www.amazon.com/Brenda-Aloffs-Fund…
  
  Definitely a must have for a new puppy owner!


• The best thing to do is, read more than one person's approach to training. If one thing doesn't work, move on to another. You will get frustrated if you think one method will work for all dogs.
  
  All dogs are different. The dog I have now is so eager to please and so food motivated, that I never even felt like I was training her.


• Mentioning Cesar is only going to get you dissed here. Watch and see what happens in your answers.
  
  Whats Up? Stupidity from everyone who thinks they no better and maybe a little jelousy.
  
  A MEMBER OF THE FAMILY /CESAR MILAN
  The ultimate guidebook! Covers all of the essentials and answers all of the most commonly asked questions about living with and caring for a healthy, happy dog.


• None! He has no training himself to train dogs. He uses barbaric and harsh ways to train the dogs.
  
  His TV show is just that ... a TV show and they will show you as much or as little as they want.


• I think he has a book "Training puppy the Ceasar way" I would say that one since you are dealing with a puppy.
  
  I don't know how good it is.


• The guy is a MORON. Contact your local kennel club. They can refer you to a reputable trainer in your area.


• Read The Art of Raising a Puppy by the Monks of New Skete. Milan is not that good.

Read More...

Dog Health Questions: Dog training book recommendations?

I am going to be adopting a dog from a shelter or rescue sometime this summer. I have a bit of knowledge about dogs and have spent a lot of time around them, but I was wondering if anyone has any specific dog training books you read and thought were very informative. Please no "dog training for dummies" or any of that Cesar guy's nonsense as I don't agree with his training methods. I'm looking for books that mostly focus on positive training methods (clicker training, etc.). Thanks in advance!

Dog Training: What Is Dog Training?

Recommended Answer:
Woo hoo! Glad you're adopting, and definitely glad you don't want any of Cesar's crap.

These are all great:

Parenting Your Dog by Trish King
Family Dog Training by Patricia McConnell
Complete Guide to Dog Care by the HSUS
Don't Shoot the Dog! by Karen Pryor
The Power of Positive Training by Pat Miller
Clicker Training for Obedience by Morgan Spector

If you get a pup, Before and After Getting Your Puppy by Ian Dunbar is a must. Actually, the info can be helpful even if you get an adult who needs a bit of work on basic housemanners such as chewing or housebreaking.

Small Dog Training - Obstacles You Need to Know About

• Hey there. You'll love _The Culture Clash_ by Jean Donaldson. Also Pat Miller's _Positive Perspectives 2_, available here:
  http://www.dogwise.com/itemdetails.cfm?I…
  
  Those are my 2 big faves right now. I also recommend:
  Patricia McConnell
  Susan Garrett
  Suzanne Clothier
  Turid Rugaas
  Karen Pryor
  Melissa Alexander
  Bob Bailey
  Leslie McDevitt
  Brenda Aloff
  
  ....just to name a few. The _Complete Idiot's Guide to Positive Training_ is excellent. Good luck!


• The Art of Raising a Puppy by the Monks of New Skete...they have other books I think, but I've read this one and personally love it. It has all your basic commands that would work for an older dog as well.
  
  Thumbs down for what? Come on people, you're killing me? Did you not like the book? Jeez!
  
  Thanks Rachel...too lazy to look it up =)


• If you are going to be training those methods please be sure you adopt a dog that can be trained with those methods, not all can.
  
  My favorite link: http://www.dragonflyllama.com/%20DOGS/%2… Tons and tons to read on that site. I like Stitch's blog when things aren't progressing- it reassures me there are plateaus in training.


• "How to be your dog's best friend"....also by the Monks of New Skeete. Best book I've ever read, and I recommend it to any potential dog owner. Features more than just basic training tips. Also touches on dog psychology, and references body language. Great read.


• Well I know you don't want "Dog training for dummies" but I highly recommend the book :
  
  "Idiots guide to Positive Dog Training"
  
  This book includes clicker training, and it's so easy to understand the step-by-step instructions. I love this book!


• Just to make it easy. I havent read the book but according to these how-to videos.. The Amazing Dog Training Man looks like he know what he doing. Plus it might be good to see how they doing it.
  
  http://www.teachme.tv/category/72/dog_tr…


• If you already know the basics, I'd recommend anything by Jan Fennell or Stanley Coren. All their stuff is brilliant.
  Best of luck and BTW, no dog book is a "bad" book. There is always something to be learned.


• Good Owners, Great Dogs by Brian Kilcommons is a really good book. I don't know any books that deal with clicker training. But I think you can buy magazines about it at petstores.


• Anything by Patricia McConnell! She's my favorite!


• Dr. Ian Dunbar is probably the "father" of positive training. His very informative book " BEFORE You Get Your Puppy". It is now available FREE in a download. Highly recommend this book. Download free, no membership etc at this site: http://www.jamesandkenneth.com/new_puppy…
  
  I am a behaviorist, have read 100's of books and tried to boil down the essentials into a book my dog acutally wrote:
  
  SIT, DOWN, STAY: DOG TRAINING SO EASY A HUMAN CAN DO IT. By Dozer Kingsbury
  (Find it at Amazon, Ebay etc.)
  
  I would recommend this book a few weeks after you get your dog, when your bonding is complete.
  
  You can go to my website: http://www.pawsitivethinking.com/
  and find links to both books.
  
  This is a list of excellent books/ DVD in the order I would recommend reading:
  
  Dr. Ian Dunbar
  VCR: Training the Companion Dog 1, 2, 3, and 4
  Before & After Getting your Puppy: The Positive Approach
  Dr. Dunbar's Good Little Dog Book
  How to Teach a New Dog Old Tricks
  Dog Behavior: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet
  
  Jean Donaldson
  Culture Clash
  Dogs Are from Neptune
  
  Patricia McConnell
  How to Be the Leader of the Pack
  The Cautious Canine
  Feeling Outnumbered? with Karen London
  The Other End of the Leash
  
  Karen Pryer
  Don't Shoot the Dog
  Clicker Training for Dogs
  
  Pamela Reid
  Excel-erated Learning
  
  Turid Rugaas
  DVD: Calming Signals
  
  On Talking Terms with Dogs
  My Dog Pulls. What do I do?
  
  Brenda Aloff
  Canine Body Language
  
  Emma Parson
  Click to Calm
  
  D. Caroline Colie
  Beyond Fetch
  
  Stanley Coren
  How to Speak Dog: Mastering the Art of Dog-Human Communication
  
  Jana Murphy
  The Secret Lives of Dogs: The Real Reasons Behind 52 Mysterious Canine Behaviors
  
  Bruce Fogle and Anne B. Wilson
  The Dog's Mind: Understanding Your Dog's Behavior
  
  Roger Abrantes, Alice Rasmussen, and Sarah Whitehead
  Dog Language: An Encyclopedia of Canine Behavior
  
  Temple Grandin and Catherine Johnson
  Animals in Translation: Using the Mysteries of Autism to Decode Animal Behavior

Read More...

Dog Health Questions: Dog training?

My friend says that in order for him to train his chiuaua DOG properly his friends should act properly when they go over to his house and not play with or look at the dog too much, so that the dog doesn't jump and act all crazy like it always does...so everyone is uncomfortable and hates going to visit him, this has been going on for TWO years now, my Q: Does training a dog involve training your friends and the people around you as well, such as telling people no to breath too hard or talk aloud and look at the dog, because the dog will react to their behaviour and act all crazy?

Review - Secrets to Dog Training is Unparalleled Canine Training Resource

Recommended Answer:
There are certain times in training where you should ask your friends to cooperate. For example, when you're training your dog not to jump up, you might ask your friends not to pet them when the dog jumps on them, but instead to ignore them and then pet them when the dog is sitting nicely.

But it sounds like your friend has gone a little overboard. It's not really normal for someone to have their friends hold their breath so that the dog doesn't go insane. It sounds like he's not really taking a good approach to dog training.

Service Dog Training and Selection - Train Dedicated Companions for Disabled People

• no it doesn't. your friend should train the dog to be able to act properly around humans. tell your friend to take his dog to some training classes because it sounds like he is letting the dog rule his life not the other way around


• naturally i give my dogs silent treetment whenevr they pestr my friends.
  i command them to go into a certain area untill they rememeber to calm down. and yes people ned to be trained to act like a big hancho around the dog.
  
  ps. DONT LET THE DOG GO BALLISTIC ON THERE LAPS cause he just might be taking over on them. when ever he does that you take over AND TELL HIM NO! if he does it again be the boss and stare him down like your the boss.


• does the dog still do this im guessing yes, then i'dsay its not working after 2 years the dog should listen to him he should be leader and correcting the dog but visitors need to reinforce like if it jumps on your lap u need to remove it. and if it starts to act up HE needs to correct the bad behavior....tell ur friend to pick a good training book or better yet hire a dog trainer....

Read More...