Dog Health Questions: My 5 month old German Shepherd bites and nips at my feet?

When I stroke her she bites at my hand and sometimes bites my feet for no reason. I know she's only playing but those teeth are like needles!

How do I get her to stop? Signing up for one of those dog training classes is not an option at the moment.

Dog Training Fundamentals

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do not per her when she starts nipping and when she does it say not or ouch. ouch works really well because they stop when they here it I have nippy little dog

Dog Training Part I

• She is teething. Those needles are growing from her gums, and it hurts her very bad, so she bites things to ease the pain. And like you said, she's playing with you and doesn't realize how sharp those teeth of hers are. She will grow out of it in a few months, but for now, buy her a hard chew-toy to teethe on, and be patient. She'll be normal in no time. :]


• when our german shepard was doing that as a pup,we would stop petting him and walk away saying No or Naughty. Then give him a kong ball or tennis ball to chew on. It did take time but the effort was worth it. After all hes just a pup and doing what pups do. And as the owner we did we needed to do ,train him.Each time he stops chewing/nipping tell him good boy and give him a little treat.


• Mouthing and biting are natural, normal behaviors; all puppies do it. During teething (generally starting around four months), the urge to mouth is extra powerful because it feels good on your pups' tender gums.
  
  Mouthing is an unavoidable part of canine development--it's how young dogs learn about their world. Fortunately, by consistently signaling to your pup that biting is unacceptable, and giving her playtime with other dogs who'll teach her the same lesson, she'll learn to use her jaws very gently.
  
  Check these links for more guidelines.
  http://lnk.nu/dogtime.com/s0f.html
  http://lnk.nu/dogtime.com/s0b.html


• bUY HER A CHEW TOY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


• A GSD has a natural instinct to herd, which is part of what she is doing when she is nipping at your feet, which can be funny until you have a 90+ lb adult GSD that still does this!! (Been There!) A great way to get her to stop is to say ouch and no. Then do not play with her a few min. Also the use of a water bottle, (not water gun) and when she does this squirt a quick shot on her hind end at the base of the tail or nose, whichever works the best. Also is a great time to teach her simple obedience yourself.
  http://www.types-of-dogs.com/training/ar…
  http://www.dogguide.net/training.php

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Dog Health Questions: I want my dog to be a autism service dog?

I have a 3 year old autistic son. We are going to be getting a yellow lab for him when the dog turns 8 weeks old. We want to get the dog trained to be a autism service dog. We live in the state of maine, does anyone know how we would go about getting the dog the right training? Thanks :)

Abandoned Dogs Trained for the Hearing Impaired

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Go to CCI.org. Canine Companions for Independence gives service dogs free of charge and fully trained to those it need. It is possible to train your own but VERY VERY difficult for someone to do without professional help. CCI dogs are bred to be service dogs. They are AMAZING dogs. If you train your own, the soonest it would be ready would be at about 2 yrs old. CCI dogs are trained by professionals. There is usually a 6 month to a year waiting period, but the dog is free of charge. I HIGHLY suggest you look into CCI, training for a child with autism is VERY VERY difficult. I have autism. I am an adult, and CCI does not provide dogs to adults with autism, but they do for kids with autism. I really do highly suggest CCI. even with CCI dogs, only like 2 of 5 are service dog material. The pup you get may not be fit to be a service dog, no matter how young you begin training.

Choosing Between Dog Training Schools and Animal Behavior Specialists

• The very first step would be to have the dog pass a canine good citizen course. If the dog can't pass that then he/she won't be able to do any further training. Consult with the trainer that you plan to use about what else you'll have to do after passing the canine good citizen course to become a service dog. What will you be expecting the dog to do for/with your son?
  Most service dogs are bred to be service dogs and begin training from very early on based on what they will be expected to do. I have doubts that this is something you can do without being involved in some type of formal training.
  Also, it is important to know ahead of time, not all dogs have what it takes to be a service dog. The dog may be a good pet, but might not be able to pass the necessary courses.


• Are you ready to be handling the equivalent of TWO toddlers in public? A service dog is just about that, a helpful toddler, not a magic bullet.
  
  If you need a dog, go through a program. I've trained both of my own service dogs, and neither of them from a puppy. They were hand picked older dogs. I know you want the best for your son, but handling him and a puppy, before it's even old enough to begin training, will have you pulling your hair out and then some. A regular trainer won't cut it for this job either, and unless you're lucky enough to be in an area with a qualified service dog trainer, you won't get the help you need and end up with a washed out dog who will be nothing more than a pet.


• Yes, you can train a dog yourself, but he might be better off with a professionally trained dog from a program. If you haven't looked into them, check it out. Costs to the family vary widely, anywhere from completely free to 5 figures. Go to www.iaadp.org They list many programs. Many programs are nation wide serving people in every state.
  
  There are also private trainers that can help.


• As was suggested I would look into getting an older dog who has already been trained for this sort of thing as opposed to taking the risk on a pup who may not have the right temperament for the training.
  
  contact these guys - they are located here in Maine and have experience with training dogs for Autism service dogs and can help you in this process.


• These links might help:http://www.autismspeaks.org/community/fs…
  http://www.dogster.com/group/Service_dog…

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Dog Health Questions: I don't want a dog, my fiancee does, what do I do?

So my fiancee and I have been together for 4 years and we live together. His cousin's dog had puppies and he gave my fiancee one of them. My fiancee absolutely loves the dog, adores it to death. But me, not so much. I went on board with the idea because my fiancee was so excited with his gift but from the first week I already knew that this was not gonna be easy.

Caring for a puppy is alot of responsibility and takes so much time. We are having financial troubles and we barely have to money to take care of the poor thing. We are working all the time and the dog only gets time with us at night.

The dog has just learned to pee/poo outside but it has accidents whenever it gets excited or scared. It sheds everywhere, One hour after I've cleaned the house it's already dirty. I'm so stressed out and sad because lately my fiancee and I fight over the dog all the time. I don't want to be mean, but maybe I'm just not a dog person. Now I don't know what to do, how can I get my fiancee to see my side and give up the dog that he loves so much. It will break his heart, I don't even know how our household will be w/o the dog now. I don't want him to blame me.

OR how can I get myself to like dogs more because so far nothing has worked. The dog smells, nips, barks and won't let me sleep.... I'm thinking maybe I should just give up and leave. We don't have money for dog training classes, or even to take it to a vet. So confused =(

Universal Principles For Successful Dog Training

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Usually I would recommend learning to like the dog, since it is important to your fiancee (and would potentially be important to your future children).
But if you can't afford to care for the dog properly, then that is a very real concern. Just as with a human child, you must provide the basic necessities of food, shelter, and medical care - if you cannot afford to do so, then you hand the child or animal over to someone who can. If your husband loves this dog, he should love it enough not to let it starve (or suffer from an illness he can't afford to treat).

Offer your husband a compromise. Give this dog to a good home within the next month. Promise that once he has saved enough money to cover dog food for one year, three months of obediance training, and $1000 of medical expenses, then you will agree to get a new dog.

Also, check with your local Humane Society - many of them have programs for pet owners who are struggling financially, and they might be able to provide low cost or no cost supplies or medical care.

Dog Training - How NOT To Train Your Dog

• Do not give up the dog, give up the fiance.If him having a dog upsets you THAT darn much then you do not need to stay with him and make him miserable by forcing him to choose between you and a little old dog hon.
  You can get used to the dog.


• Get a new fiancee


• dont get one. i didnt want a dog and my wife did. she got one. and now i have to walk it everyday, it stinks and i have to bathe it, i have to feed it, take it to the vet. we have had him 5 months and he has probably cost me $1,000 in vet bills and probably $100 a month in misc. (food, toys, etc).
  put your foot down.


• You should be proud of your partner and lern to love a puppie is easy it is just a babie and your partner is showing he could one day be responsible for a child a pupie relys on you to survive so love it if your man wernt taking care of it the poor babie pup would die care dnt be heartless

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training tips please?

I have a Chihuahua. Shes is 4 years old. ( I'm a bit late) I want to teach her like sit stay roll over. And stuff like that. The problem is that when i have a treat in my hand to train her she gets all jumpy and excited. So does anybody know any good tips on how to train her and how to keep her calm. Also whenever we are outside and a car comes she chases after it. Can that be solved too? Best answer gets 10 points. :)

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First off you are right she is it is a little late but not too late., I feel any dog of any age can be trained if done correctly.
What you will need:
Your dog
Her reward
Collar and leash
time, patients, and consistency
For training her to be more calm: Talk in a calm voice. This means don't raise you voice You need to also make sure to never ever give her a treat unless she does what you want. So keep the treats out but don't let her have one until she stays calm. This would also work a lot easier if you have he on a leash. With the leash keep her attached to you or something stable and once she is calm (sits, lays down, just stops bouncing off the walls) treat her
For these I'll find videos to attach so it make more sense.
Once you got her calm you can start teaching her some new tricks. For sit you make sure she is calm Hold the treat above her head and move it back towards her tail. Say "Sit" while doing this. She should sit right down. Imedently reward her and say "Good sit" not "good girl" make sure you use the word sit.
For lay down you need her in the sit postion and then put the treat down between her front feet and slowly move the treat towards you. while doing this say "down" lay down" or whatever word you want her to know. And again said "good down" or whatever word you choose.
For roll over have her in the "down" pose and then put the treat by her nose and slowly move it around to her side and over her back. She should roll over. and say it while she does it and again "good roll over" when she completes the move.
For stay for my dogs I started with "wait". I put a treat on the floor in front of them and told them to wait and every time they went for the treat I either pulled it back and lightly pushed their head back or used my hand to block them from the treat (this is much easier when they are sitting.) Then i started to tell them to wait and i would walk away. if they went for the treat i would say "wait" and they usually jump back as though to say "i wasnt doing anything". I would go father and make them wait longer.I go them up to10min. I can come back the they will still be in the same spot just waiting (treat still there).
Always remember to reward and same "good _____" whatever trick they did. soon you can even slowly wean them off the treats. Also always remember to be calm since she is so hyper. Clicker training is a good method to also use. Just do everything the same but litterly as soon as she does her trick click the clicker and treat her. it just breaks her attention and once she learns that that click means a treat she will also learn that that click means what she just did was what you wanted. you can go to any petstore for a clicker.. They cost no more that 5 dollars.
Also again make sure that everyone is training her and doing everything the same. Down to the words you use. If you want her to lay down to the word "DOWN" make sure everyone says "down" not "lay down" just atleast until she learns what down means.
As for her chaseing cars I have never had to train my dogs to not chase cars but the only thing I can think of is go out with her and distract her and Praise her when she pays attention to you and not the car. Then slowly allow her to see one car at a time, and everytime that one car you want her to see come by allow her to see it and then say "leave it" and try to redirect her attention and if she redircts her attention say "good leave it". Once she gets that down on one car do it for 2 then 3 and so on. Do this for 10-15 mins a day.
more tips:
Training should be short but sweet. I would only train 10-15min at a time and do that twice a day other wise you both will get too stressed. Also start with one trick. Stick with that one untill she learns it. once she learns it you move on but ALWAYS start the training sessions with a review.
If this sounds hard I'm not going to lie it can be pretty hard for some dogs. It takes time and alot of patients you have to make sure to NEVER raise your voice or anything to show her you are getting stressed. Once you start getting stressed just end the session.
Dont give her treats unless she does somthing for them. she is going to have to learn that treats aren't free. you work for your money which you use for your food. Have her work for her treats. ("going out"" always deserves a treat).
A good tip if you choose to click train is to let the dog learn the clicker means treat. Just get the dogs attention and the click the clicker and give her a treat. Repeat this afew times until you think she get ii
This is alot of info and I may have forgotten or didnt explain somthing if you have any more questions you can email me heathahforsure@yahoo.com
Videos
sit - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKZQ9MVZm…
down - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZZAf_eLb…
Roll over - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5UMeWXzsb…

Why One Size Does Not Fit All In Dog Training

• OK sit down with your dog and hold a high value treat in your hand and present it toward your dog if he goes to steal it close your hand. If he then tries mugging your hand just keep it closed and don't say anything just let him keep trying. When he stops and with a older dog that has never done this it might take 5-10 minutes just open your hand if he tries to steal it again close your hand. when he moves away open the hand if he tries to steal it close hand. after a bit you should be able to open the hand and hopefully he will stay sitting long enough for you to give him the treat for sitting away and sitting nicely. Basically you want to teach the dog self control and to move away and sit nice gets the treat, if he tries mugging you he doesn't get the treat.


• Put a chain on her so she does not get hit.As far as training,when she gets excited just wait calmly and tell her to sit.Use had signs if you have to.If she does praise her and say wait.If she waits give her the treat,if not you wait on her.The best way to keep her calm is through exercises.They may be small but they have a lot of energy.Take her for walks and play with her often to stimulate her and ware her out.Rolling over is something you have to get from someone else.Hope this helped,good luck.


• Hi, I see you need some Tips and tricks and a guide to dog training,
  my friend had great success using the Dog training Academy. And he is delighted he has a really happy well trained dog.
  
  Look and see what you think.


• Enroll in an obedience class. You will learn the basics of training. Your dog will learn how to learn. Dogs should be allowed off leash unless they have a 100% dependable recall. You may need to hire a private trainer to work with you and the dog on the recall.


• Get a crate for an area for the dog to have den and create a schedule for exercise and feeding.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training confusion?

i dont get it some pro trainers say make your dog submit to you if he bites you too rough and some say dont do that... some trainers say punishment doesnt work some say it does... some say time outs and such are not understood by dogs and some recommend it.... most trainers say use tone of voice... but guess what no matter what tone of voice i use my dog acts the same way.... jumping around excited biting... ive had many many dogs before and ive come to the conclusion that dogs are like people some are just not as smart as others...i just love them and dont want to be mean to them... treats and praise as positive reinforcement work for some things but how do you use positive reinforcement to eliminate biting and other behaviors where its hard to give positive reinforcement to fix

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There are conflicting messages because there are different schools of thought on this. On one end of the spectrum there is the "yank and crank" whose most famous advocate was a man by the last name Koeler, who founded the Koeler method. This is the school of thought saying that you use physical punishments of correction to show a dog how to behave. This can be produce fast results but the long-term drawback is that it will motivate a dog to not get corrected, not necessarily create a love of work. In extreme cases it can cause resentment from the dog which can lead to them turning on their own handler.

On the complete opposite end of the spectrum is the "happy feel good'' method. This is what is taught by the big box petfood warehouses like Petsmart, Petco, ect... This is where you only use positive reinforcement and only correct by firmly using the word "no" or some other command. This works well on a very small percentage of dogs that are very mentally soft. With dogs, if you have to use a word more than once, be it "no" or some other corrective word it begins to lose it's meaning. Ultimately if the dog learns that your worst doesn't have 'teeth' to back it up, they view you as weak and will not follow you. It is repetitively seen that dominant dogs often go into these obedience classes and come out just as dominant. They may learn how to do some tricks, but they do not learn to respect their master.

Somewhere in the middle is where the most successful trainers typically fall. These are those who train dogs for work; police, search & rescue, seeing eye, or herding. The school of thought here is that you initially teach a dog the meaning of words using motivational tools like treats or toys. Once the dogs knows what the command means and refuses, the dog is corrected, usually with a pincher, choker, or electronic collar. The dog learns several valuable lessons simultaneously; their handler is to be obeyed and respected, when their handler says something refusing will result in consequences but obedience will be rewarded. This is what creates the most motivated and joyfully working dogs.

Biting is one thing where you can not bribe a dog to stop, that will teach them to bite more. The dog must respect you and associate biting you with bad things. Pinch their muzzle after they bite and stair them directly in the eye and firmly say "NO BITE." When they look away let them go. If that doesn't work, grab them by the back of the neck and shake them saying "NO BITE." If that doesn't work hit them on the snout. Usually the second two aren't necessary for most dogs. For perticularly hard dogs like German Shepherd, Dobermans, or Malinois I would be shocked if the muzzle pinching alone works. With these kinds of dogs this is a very serious matter that may seem minor when they are puppies, but a 95lb German Shepherd could send you to the ER, this can be a life and death matter if it is not 'nipped' in the bud immediately. Do not play around with a dog biting or showing teeth and growling. If you think this method is extreme observe wolves, they offer the best insight as to how to lead a pack of dogs.

Electronic Dog Training Collar

• just like you came to the correct conclusion that some dogs are smarter than others, you will have to come to the same conclusions as to what training methods to take ... if you have a difficult dog this time around with training, do you live somewhere that you can take training classes ??? classes are great as the dogs are exposed to lots of other dogs in a controlled environment with hopefully a good trainer leading the class ... you have just figured out something important in life, there is no ONE thing that works for everyone and everything ... you have to see what works for you and your dog and come to conclusions that work for you ... have you tried exercising the dog to exhaustion a few times a week ??? that can really mellow out behaviour ... dogs with too much energy will find ways to get rid of that energy if you do not do it for them ...


• I personally like the removal technique I found it works for my dog. However all dogs are different.


• All dog training is a matter of opinion, based on the trainer's experiences, learning, training, and general attitude to dogs and even to life in general. That's why people have different methods to try to get to the same result.
  
  My Dachshund barks and barks and barks at people, and has run up to them to nip. As he's a small dog I haven't tried to teach him not to bark and bite at people. Instead I'm teaching him to obey commands to come to me and stay with me until I tell him he can leave - I also did this with my JRTx, who jumped up at strangers as he was just so happy to see people.
  
  So I can use rewards when they come to me, which will increase the likelihood they will come to me when I ask, which gives me the positive reinforcement. If they are walking or standing close to me, they can't be running off and jumping or biting, and the less they do that, the better.
  
  As my Dachshund learns that I can 'protect' him from people - ie when he is with me they don't try to touch him - his interest in chasing them away and biting their ankles decreases. My JRT I don't think will ever lose his desire to leap all over people, mainly because some people want him to do that by giving him biscuits but it's working for the Daxie.

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Dog Health Questions: I paid and ordered this"hands off dog training couse,may2009.?

there web site has a bogus contact #. and when i finally got online support. she never responded to my question, she kept trying to sell me stuff. what do i do to get in contact with a real person

Small Dog Training - Small Dogs Need to Feel They Are Pleasing You

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I would try filing a complaint here http://www.ic3.gov/default.aspx I had another website but I can't find it. Basically, the person has 30 days after you pay to ship your item, and since it's way past that...Try contacting the Better Business Bureau. If you paid by credit card or Paypal, I would try contacting them and see what they can do. Otherwise try finding the webmaster of the website and see if they can give you a contact number.

Agility Dog Training Equipment

• I think it is a scam . It's been nearly 5 months . I on't think there is anything you can do .


• it's a scam

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training please help.?

do you need any training your self to train a dog? i noticed i'm very good at training dogs and teaching them obedience. even older dogs. so do you need a degree or anything to train dogs?

i've even taught my dog silent commands. i will open my hand for speak and all kinds of things and i would love to teach dogs for the deaf so they can use hand signals, my dog know sit, stay, come, up, lay down, rollover, and shake all with hand signals and commands.

of course i wouldn't charge anyone who is deaf or handicapped i would love to train their dogs for free but i do love animals and i would love to be a dog trainer, of course i would need to make some money to buy treats to train them with and other necessaties. and some money to pay my bills. lol. so do i need any special degrees schooling or anything to become a dog trainer?

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Wow you sound as if you are a natural with animals which is not a common thing.Some people d not use plain common sense and you do.If you wish to become a professional trained there are different schools or qualifications you need to obtain and it varies from country to country but since you have a head start on other you would do fine.If you are in the US check out the AKC and they will head you in the right direction.Usually what happens is people do Obedience with their dogs get to a very high qualification and then go for exams so they can be instructors.Hope you reach your goal and you obviously realize you have talent but bear in mind there are some real problem dogs around that need real professional help as they need re-training and some you can never re-train as their owners have created the problem and the dog suffers because of that.GOOD LUCK

Dog Training Schools - Who is Being Trained, You Or the Dog

• i am a dog trainer myself and when people call you to train there dogs it is usually when the behaviour they want trained has gotten out of hand and they will ask you to fix behaviour problems rather then teaching trick so its probably best to become qualified to know how to read a dogs behaviour. if you work well with dogs already that is a big bonus on your side and you will be ahead of other people learning to be a trainer. having knowledge behind you will also help with people taking you more serious as a Trainer


• No, you do not need a degree to train a dog. There are some professions like doctor or hair stylist that each state demands a certification from...dog training is not one. Although, if you do have some credentials it will make it much easier to solicit clients. I would recommend checking out the Certification for Pet Dog Trainers website. They give an exam twice a year for positive reinforcement training...and if you pass you will be certified a professional dog trainer, and you will have credentials behind your name, Lindsay Myers, CPDT. This lets people know you have actually tested and are certified, but no, you will not be fined or shut down if you train without a certification.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training tips you used?

I have to dogs both boys and from the same litter. Mixed with husky and lab...
I have a brown (Teddy) dog and blonde (Bradie) 6 months
Teddy has learned to sit and he will stay sometimes,but Bradie will only sit for FOOD!
They both come and are potty trained, plus know there names.
All I need is some tips on how you trained ot train your dogs.

Choosing The Best Dog Training Treats

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I don't train with treats.. as far as Im concerned that's bribing your dog, and sometimes the bribe just isn't good enough. My dog should sit because I tell it to. It should stay because I tell it to. Not because Im waving around a piece of food.

best tip I can give is really really bond with your dog. When your dog likes you more than anything else in the world, you'll never need another treat again. Be consistent with rules and expectations. Make sure everyone in the house is doing the same. Don't humanize it. The best treat in the world is a good off leash walk with you. Exercise and affection are key. Provide lots of mental stimulation. When your dog -wants- to please you, it will oblige to your requirements

Proven Dog Training Methods

• i use clicker training i use toys and a bunch of praise!clicker training is awesome!!


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Dog Health Questions: Does anyone know of any good Dog training schools?

Any area is okay, as I'm willing to travel. I DO NOT WANT LINKS TO THE ABC, I am not an online class person, and I feel that that is a lazy way out. Also, you can only learn so much online, without hands on work.

Any one know of any? Any suggestions?

Dog Training - Instructions to Train Your Dog

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Amy, I would really just suggest you find yourself a good mentor. Some of the schools, even when the come highly recommended, aren't worth anything. I've met several people that have spent a good bit of money on training schools, and they could've learned so much more in their own backyard. Certifications in dog training mean nothing. Once you've mastered your craft, you get endorsed. That would be my suggestion. Good luck.

Dog Training Schools - Who is Being Trained, You Or the Dog

• here is a good dog training school site.http://www.nk9.com/


• only the book work is online in ABC. You don't need a class room to read and write. The whole second half of the course is all hands on you log volunteer hours at shelters and then get to spend up 21 weeks shadowing an experienced trainer and working with clients and dogs Its a very thorough program, the best I have seen.


• Personally I would never take my dog to a training school.
  There are lots of good books out there, and free info on the
  Internet, besides, it is not only the dog that needs to be trained, it is also the dog owner believe it or not. A friend of
  mine sent their dog off to a training camp and it cost them
  $3,000. I started off with a dog training for dummies book,about $20, and lots of free info on the Internet, and my
  5 month old shepherd really outshines their 2 year old.
  I can even walk through a group of people without a leash and he never leaves my side untill I tell him o-k. The number
  of tricks I have taught him is unbelievable and at 5 months we have just begun. It is a very rewarding feeling to do it yourself. Get to know your dog real well, and discover the bad habbits
  that come naturally to the owner and it is easy. The down
  side is that you have to spend about half an hour every day
  training and retraining, but well worth it.

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Dog Health Questions: What bite sleve should i get for attack dog training?

im going to be training my dog to attack on command and i don't know which sleve i should get. he is a 1 year old german shepherd. and very smart. please help. i found this site http://www.things4yourdog.com/page/1151107
but i don't know what sleve to get

Puppy and Dog Training

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Just choose 1 any of them work

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