Dog Health Questions: If I am a new dog trainer how and how much should I charge?

I just moved to San Jose, CA for my 9-5 job, but I wanted to do some dog training on the weekends.

I don't have any official qualifications, but I'm quite good: I trained my friends dog to open the refrigerator, grab a beer and bring it to me. Simple tricks I can teach dogs in a few minutes.

I was going to advertise home training visits on craigslist, but I'm not associated with any business so I don't know where to start. I'm not looking to make a killing, but I would like some reasonable compensation for my time. So how much should I charge?

And then how should I charge? (By the trick? Per hour of my time? Any other ideas?) If I had my preference, I would like to teach exotic tricks instead of the basics. Anyone have any ideas? Thanks

Basic Dog Training - Starting Off on the Right Paw

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Dog trainers typically charge by the hour. I'd start very low since you don't have the credentials to pull in clients and need to start the ball rolling with word-of-mouth advertising. Another way to build a reputation and expand your experience is to volunteer with a shelter rehabbing dogs with minor behavior problems. Most dogs surrendered to shelters would have a much easier time being adopted if they had a little brush-up on their basic training.

Let your vet know you are a dog trainer. They often maintain a list of local trainers to share with clients who inquire. Do the same with your local pet stores. Make sure these are people who know you and know your dog(s) so they can feel confident recommending you (having seen the results of your work first hand).

Actually, putting obedience titles on dogs is about the best way I know to get the word out about your training skills. Then teaching beginning obedience classes. Then you get some requests for private training through that.

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Dog Health Questions: Establishing "Alpha" position when one adds a new dog/puppy into the home?

When I was looking into getting a dog, and when I got my current dog, I was reading a lot of books on dog training and researching the same subject online. I came across some methods on how one can establish to their new dog/puppy that they are the alpha of the pack, some of these methods seemed logical and others seemed as though they could be very dangerous for not only the owner of the dog but also the dog if not done correctly or to a "T".

What is the most bizarre/dangerous method of establishing alpha position have you heard/read?

What is the best method you have heard/read?

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

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I think any method that is not done 100% correctly is useless and could be potentially harmful.

The alpha roll - I think this can be done by a very small percentage of qualified people who know what they are doing and what dogs it would work on. But in general, I think this is a ridiculous idea and will get most people bit.

Best method Nothing In Life Is Free method. That way ALL the dogs learn where the respect needs to go.
When needed - I believe leash corrections and physical compulsion are effective as well.
But usually pairing the right dogs and having the right attitude in the first place is all that is needed.

Dog Training - You and Your Dog

• Alpha training doesn't work, in spite of what the fad says. It's a fad.
  
  You can avoid problems by giving attention to your main dog first, then the new dog second. Feeding the main dog first, then putting the bowl down for the new one. It's subtle things like this that establish pack order.


• Being HUMAN is enough.
  Dogs have pack orders...HUMANS do not.
  
  That new-age-touchy-feely clap-trap is a truckload of bovine excrement


• hmmmmm

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Dog Health Questions: Do you have pets? Do you like funny dog animation?

Do you have pets? Do you like funny dog animation?
http://www.dog-training-information.info/Dog%20Animation/Page%202.htm

Dog Treats for Dog Training

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I like the puppies one it reminds me of the pokey little puppy book. I always loved that book! Cute.

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• uhm. the animations are cute but the ones that don't move slowly aren't really that good.
  
  no offense if you made them:D


• I like the animation of the dog begging...i have 2 pets...2 dogs...ella and roman...golden retreiver and Pekingese


• cute....i like the puppy in the mail box


• Yes, I have pets. " I love the funny stuff." Its good for the soul and spirit. I have been told a laugh a day will keep the blues away!


• I love dogs & love watching animal planet & really like all animals


• yes and i did


• Yes I have 3 dogs, one whom is lying on me at this time...lol, those were cute thanks for sharing


• yes and yes


• i do have pets. six dogs...i love pet animation


• Their ok, not the real thing though!
  
  I like em, only some not all!


• I have three dogs.Buddy the Beagle who loves to hear his own voice.Shi-Shi who is cute and cuddly but also a bit sassy.Dutchess whom thinks she is all that and more.Blackie is no longer with us but she was a black Lab Chow mix.She recently passed away.

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Dog Health Questions: Help on litterbox training rabbits?

I have a rabbit..she doesn't pee on the carpet a lot, usually on this dog training peepad [it works for bunnies..ha!]sometimes I catch her on the carpet though.
She poos EVERYWHEREEE though. ): and my parent's aren't happy with it.

eeee..help?

Clicker Dog Training

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get a sample of their dropings and put it in their litter box(es). also you should put litter boxes in the rooms she visits often and sleeps in.

Dog Training - Why and How to Train Dogs

• I dont think they can be poop trained. Ours isthe same way. they pee in the cage but poop everywhere. a quick vacuum and its gone tho.


• You need to get a cat little box place a few drops of ammonia in it and that works. You need to keep the rabbit confined to it's cage while training. Worked in a week for me. Has far as the marbles she does that will still happen but not as much outside the littler box.


• I am a little surprised that she poops every where. rabbits usually pick one spot to poop and that is where you would put her litter box. I would suggest confining her to a smaller area, perhaps just one room, and see if she picks just one spot for pooping and then put the litter box there. Good luck.

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Dog Health Questions: Watch dog training?

My golden retriever/chow mix barks at strange animals/people when they come around the house. That's fine with me. But when she's barking at 3am because there is a jack rabbit on the lawn, it's kind of annoying. How do I get her to stop barking after I've checked and seen it's not important? More or less: thank you for telling me, it's nothing to get excited about, be quiet now.

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I would teach her the "watch me" command. It is a command designed to get a dog to look and pay attention to you. This usually diverts them from whatever had previously caught their attention. You can practice this command at any time of the day, even in your free time.

Usually, to teach a dog to do this, you should raise a finger in front of your face, not as if you are scolding them, but as if you are about to say "shhh!"
Say "watch me!" to her. If she looks, give her a treat and praise her.

However, if you are not so lucky to catch her attention the first time, try calling her name or making a smooch noise, anything to get her to look up at you. Eventually, with practice, she will understand.

Also, the command to "come" is useful as well, if she doesn't already know it.

Next time she barks at something uninteresting, tell her to "watch you," then praise her for being quiet, and say "Ok, come on." Lead your dog away from the bothersome object outside.

Dog Training - A Fun Activity

• it's a problem. What you need to do is first get the dog to bark, and then to stop. If you can structure a training time providing something you KNOW the dog will bark at...then teach him a stop command, you'd have it. The middle of the night when he is barking AT something is not the time to teach him anything.
  
  practice...stimulation, bark, ok, come here, quiet...at a time when you can control all the factors...

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Dog Health Questions: My dream is to own a dog specialty store, how do i make it reality?

I'm 19 and currently working full time as a manager/owner at a home store that my mom owns. What i really want to do is have a dog specialty store of my own. What steps should i take to make this dream of mine be possible? I don't want it to be a franchise, i want it to be entirely mine.

Should i save? Take a dog training course? Take a grooming course? Take a business course( i already know a lot about owning and running a business.

Where do i start?

Dog Training Career: Doing It and Loving It

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You have made a start by coming up with a general idea of what you want to do, so how do you go about this.
You need starting capital this can be either saving or from a loan if its the latter always shop around for the best deal and don't be afraid to play lenders off against each other.

You will need to know what you are doing so make sure you have the knowledge otherwise you will fail before you begin, or you can either hire or sublet space to experienced staff and charge them a fee.

Attending a business course will only benefit you there is lots of information on line that you can research so use it.

Accounts can be tedious and time consuming and it can be beneficial to get an accountant to sort them for you a general book keeping course can help you run the business day to day.

Premises can be sourced locally so shop around and try to find a place with a good passing trade and parking.

Demand is needed, is there a demand for the services you want to offer

There are hundreds of things you need to take into consideration so research,research,research and the best of luck to you.

Some Helpful Tips To Help You With Your Dog Training Abilities

• Love the idea! Your best bet is to narrow it down to what you want to do in your doggie business. Do you want fashion (collars and clothing), a bakery (treats and yummies), training, grooming and wash, doggie sitting?
  
  I'd say a business course would be a good place to start. You can find one at your local community college. Maybe an accounting class as well.
  
  Best of luck!

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Dog Health Questions: I Need Dog Training Help?

I have a Welsh Corgi mix dog that is fourteen years old and she has some behavioral problems I would really like to get rid of. How can I go about doing that in a HUMANE way? The problems I am faced with are the following: stealing food off of my plate, getting on the table to get food, a shrill and loud bark that she does when she's begging for my food. I am to the point now where it is making me so angry, frustrated, and stressed out to the max. Please help! I would like to hear from people who are experienced with training dogs. Any advice would be appreciated.

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

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At fourteen, it sounds like some of these behavior problems are actually habits. But you can break habits, it just may take you a bit longer.

As far as stealing food off your plate goes, you must take extra percautions to be sure she never gets the opportunity. The "out of sight, out of mind" idea applies here. Try crating her when you eat, or else directing her to a specific spot in the room while you or someone else is at the table. She will soon learn that while you are eating, she is laying down. Asking her to form a new habit won't be difficult and will be the best way to break her of an old one.

The loud shrill bark is clearly getting her attention. When she begins to bark at you, ignore her. Do not talk to her. Do not look at her. Don't even acknowledge her. And NEVER yell at or hit her. When she gives up (and she will) and goes to lay down, wait five seconds, then reinforce her for sitting quietly. Offer her a nice yummy treat or something she really really likes. Let her know that if she wants food, she has to behave the way you want her to behave.

Dog Training - Most Common Mistakes While Training Your Dog

• As previously posted, crating her in another room and removing her from the situation is best.
  
  Also, old dogs CAN learn new tricks. I would recommend that you take her to an obedience class since she obviously questions who is really in charge ;o) Best of luck.


• crate her when there is food out or put her in a different room. basically remove her from the situation!


• First thing these steps make take a little while first only cuz your dog is a bit old, and second every dog has a little trouble learning new things, Well I know a lot about this even though I'm only 14, I have had 8 dogs b4, Ok first problem the food steeling no one likes it when your dog takes your meal you get very mad what you do for this is. Every time she comes near you to try and get to the food make a "shhhhh" noise and push her away gently but firmly, than tell her no, than tell her "go lay down" it may take a little while but it works. Now the jumping on the table that is defiantly a no, does she wear a collar in the house? If so than gently but firmly pull her by her collar and tell her no, than tell her, go lay down. And the barking that defiantly gets annoying just tell her "shhhh" than go lay down, after a little while trust me she will get the message that this things are wrong and she should do them.


• Put the dog in another room or outside on a leash until your done eating and don't feed the dog table scrape ever again


• I had a dog that was like that! I would put him in a sit/stay in the corner of the room (about 10 feet away from the table). When we first started, I was up from the table about every 2 seconds to put him back where we started, but, eventually, he learned that the table was for people. After a while, he would just curl up in the corner when we ate dinner all on his own. I would usually reward him when I released him from his stay with a small piece of what we had for dinner, but in the kitchen, never where we ate. You'll get a lot of "right" answers from this question...keep trying until you find the one that works for you. Good luck.


• Teach the behavior you want rather than just trying to stop what you don't want. There are bark collars that spray water or citronella. You need to prevent the dog from practicing the inappropriate behavior in order to be able to change it. So if you can't just get the dog to stop the behavior a bark collar might help.
  
  www.fearfuldogs.com


• Crazy has it right kennel or crate her when your eating. Start that training now. Pet finder has videos on how to train her to use a kennel.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training qusetion?

Hey,
I am getting my puppy on July 10th. He will be about 9 weeks old. Anyway, thats in my summer, I dont have school. I will have two months with the puppy to start house training and crate training him. When i go back to school, unitl he is big enough and is reliable in thehome, he will be crated... for 7 hours. Ok, chill now.. I KNOW puppies cant be contained that long without food or going to the bathroom.

What we did with our family dog is that we did the same thing I listed above... and we had our neighbor come once in the middle of the day to feed and give water, play a little, then take out to go to the bathroom, then put back in crate.

I was wondering if I can do that with my maltese puppy? I know that if you leave a dog in a crate to long they can start to soil (they have no other choice) and eventually will stop caring why they soil, and will be harder to house train.

So basically, for about a month, would it work to have my neighbor come once during the day to let out, feed, water, play, and take out to go to the bathroom, every day? This is what we did with our family dog.. and she is very laid back, calm, and housetrained eaisily and has had no accidents.

thanks!

Dog Training Problems - How to Eliminate Them and Get Good Results Training Your Dog

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Sounds like a good plan to me. The rule is that a puppy can stay crated for only one hour for each month of age. Your puppy should at 4 months of age be able to stay for 4 hours in a crate at a time. Never over 8 hours at any age.

Dog Training - How to Housebreak an Adopted Dog

• How can you possibly imagine that breed has anything to w/it?
  A pup is a pup-all require the same training.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog Training Tips Please! (It will cost my happiness)?

My dad is getting rid of my dog, but my mom will take her if I get her well trained. I love this dogs to death and we have two problems that are the biggest...
1. She jumps once you walk in
2. She has a chewing problem

My mom works 14 hours 3 times a week so if Bella stays with her she doesn't want to come home to a chewed up house please I need training tips.

Dog Training - Instructions to Train Your Dog

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Dogs tend to be disobedient, especially with jumping, because people are not consistent. First you have to decide what you're actually goal is. Do you want her to lay down, sit, or just keep all four feet on the ground? I usually just train to keep all four feet on the ground (but keep in mind that the dog will usually pick up one front foot upon greeting, this is their "doggy body language" saying that they want to greet you). Every time the dog jumps, ignore it, whether you are playing with him, just come back, etc. Once it calms down, praise it and give it attention. It is attention that the dog wants. What you are teaching it is that the proper way for it to beg for your attention is to keep all feet on the ground. If you constantly try push the dog off, it is actually rewarding the dog because you are giving your dog attention. This is the same reason why kids have temper tantrums. They learn that it gets them attention. Also, the dog that jumps when first being greated is usually also experiencing separation anxiety. The best way to nick this in the bud is to ignore your dog 30 minutes before you leave, and again 30 minutes when you come back into the house. It makes the leaving and arriving less stimulating for your dog.

2. Chewing problems come from the dog's innate need to chew. Some breeds are worse than others. There are a few circumstances that can make it worse though. If the dog is not exercised enough, it will chew more. A puppy will naturally want to chew more. Knowing the reason why your dog wants to chew so bad is the first step to solving the problem. First, if possible, fix the original problem (ex. give it more exercise). Then make sure your dog has plenty of chew "items". There should be a variety of chew toys, bones, and "treats" that are meant to take a long time to chew (like bully sticks, but don't give to many of these as they can cause your dog to gain weight since they eat them!). If your dog starts to chew something it shouldn't, say no (or whatever command you use to tell him he shouldn't do that) and replace that item with one of his chew toys. The best circumstance is if you see your dog start to mouth something it shouldn't (even before the chewing starts). Take the item away (always praise the dog for letting you take something from him, otherwise dogs can learn its better to run away with the item) when the dog starts to show interest. All of your toys should be on a rotating schedule. This means that you have a lot of toys and other chew items. Only let the dog have a few at a time. If the dog hasn't seen a chew toy in a month, it'll be much more stimulating than if he has it all the time. Another note, it's much more satisfying for a dog to destroy something. I like to give my dog something that he knows he's allowed to destroy every once in a while (but this item should always be something he is allowed to destroy, don't change the rules later!). A new toy is always novel to a dog, but an old toy that it hasn't seen in a while can be just as novel. After you give the "chew item" to your dog, praise it for chewing on that item. If it doesn't chew that item, chances are that it's not novel enough. You can increase this novelty by putting peanut butter on it (just a little, and watch out for allergies). Another great chew item that dogs can destroy is ice. The bigger the ice cube the longer it will last, but all ice cubes can make a mess by melting, so this should be an outside or supervised chew item. ALWAYS INSPECT THE TOYS FOR PIECES THAT YOUR DOG COULD PULL OFF AND SWALLOW! A toy that squeeks should always be supervised as the dog can rip it open and swallow the squeeker (dogs have needed surgery because of this).

Dog Training - Instructions to Train Your Dog

• 1. Turn away from her and command "sit" when she jumps up. Only pay attention to her once she's sitting. If she pops up when you start to play with her, do it again.
  
  2. Make sure she has a few good chew toys. Kongs are great--they are stimulating, yet she can chew on them. Also make sure your mother gives her plenty of exercise and playtime as well.


• try going to a obedience class and yell at her so she knows what is wrong and treat her nicely when she does something right


• Crate training is great, it will save your house.
  Here is a great page on it: http://www.inch.com/~dogs/cratetraining.…
  As far as jumping on people, telling her "no" and "down" in a stern voice will teach her that it's not okay. Over time, she will get better.


• Bark busters book is a good starting point.
  On the chewing side you need to give the dog raw hides and bones


• there's stuff called bitter apple that you can put on stuff that tastes horrible! you could try that. if they jump on you, move forward into their space with hands on hips and don't look at them.


• Jumping and chewing are common problems with dogs. How old is Bella, and what breed? Here are a couple tips I would suggest:
  
  1. When she tries to jump up on you or your mom, or anyone!, turn around. If she comes around to you and does it again, keep turning around so you are facing away from her. Once she sits politely, you may pet her. If she starts to jump again, repeat the process. She will eventually get it.
  
  2. Chewing is a common thing for puppies, and you can't really avoid it. We just bought my 6 month old Lab a KONG ball, and he has been chewing on it for 3 hours! I would highly recommend getting that, and getting some stuffers to put in it. Another thing is rawhide bones. Max will chew one of those things in 24 hours. It keeps them occupied for a long time! KONG: http://www.dogtoys.com/large78oz220g.htm…
  KONG Stuffers: http://www.dogtoys.com/kongtreats1.html
  Rawhides: http://www.dog.com/dog-treats/rawhide-bo…


• you can try this one:
  pet-tips4you.blogspot.com
  it really worked for me

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Dog Health Questions: I want to get into dog training. i have trained my two dogs through a trainer in my town.?

im going to be 18 in two months and im looking into wat i want to do career wise, and working with dogs is something im good at and i love. does anyone know any schools to look into for this? i was thinking on the lines of search and rescue or for the disabled. any help will be appreciated

Secrets of Dog Training Professionals - Why Use Food?

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I work with a rescue in PA- we use Bark Busters you can try them.

Puppy and Dog Training

• You could be a dog trainer, and have advertisements on the newspaper


• I might be able to answer if I knew what part of the world you live in.


• okay?

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Dog Health Questions: I bought a dog training crate it doesn't have a divider panel what can I use?

I bought this crate At Walmart as part of proceeds go to ASPCA.First I got the 36x28x30 for 8 week old boxer it just didn't seem big enough for when he gets bigger..I changed to the 42x28x30.

Dog Training and the Dog-Human Bond

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You can use a small square of chicken wire (Found at Home Depot, OSH, etc) and zip-tie it to the crate. (Assuming you bought a metal crate?)

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Dog Health Questions: Question about dog training?

I am just looking for input on others' experiences. We signed up for dog training with our rescue dog (1yr old jack russell-beagle mix) and while that has been nice for learning sit, stay, etc. it is not addressing some other issues we are experiencing.
I am considering some one-on-one dog training in our home to address the issues of our dog trying to snap at strangers and acting aggressively towards visitors to our home.

I am just wondering if in your experience in-home dog training was helpful or more helpful than training classes?
Thank you for your comments ...

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

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Absolutely.. i am a pet sitter and i so recommend in home training. we have so many clients that have bad dogs. geez. inhome, one on one is soo much better then classes.. do it. do you ever watch the dog whisperer? he is on the national geographic channel. you can see him on line too go to natgeo.org? he is amazing.. or you can google cesar milan? good luck

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• I had to hire a prof. trainer for my current German Shepherd Dog. He didn't come to the house,I took him to his place in the morning and picked him up late afternoon. Then it was my turn for prof. to watch me and show me how to handle my GSD. Out of all the dogs I have had with this one I just couldn't get him to settle down and listen. Sometimes it takes a prof.


• Yes,and PETCO has personally trainers.

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Dog Health Questions: Anyone know of a good dog training facility in northern California Bay Area?

I am looking for a doggie boot camp type facility that specializes in dogs who have socialization issues as well as aggression towards other dogs. I need a place in Northern California bay area.

4 Core Basics of Dog Training

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i live in illinois your best bet is 2 look 4 a club that has tons of dogs like yours i belonged 2 the german shepherd train club here please keep me in formed what decide if can please even ask your vet of place he/she may know

lynnet

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Dog Health Questions: Where can i find good dog training tips online for free?

i want to learn how to train my dog thanks for your help

Dog Training Collars

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http://www.ddfl.org/tips.htm#dog

Dog Training Collars and Harnesses - Making the Proper Selection is Essential to Training Success

• if you want to properly train your dog, find a trainer and class that meets your training desires. not only will you learn how to train your dog. you will be shown and your dog will learn how to behave around other dogs and distractions. it is very important to teach a dog how to behave other places than just in it's home environement. most training classes are around $100. please do not go to petsmart. you will only be wasting money.


• LOT of great sites. what are you trying to train him to do?
  Just do a Yahoo search, and you will find great advice from the world's best treainers! All for free.
  Use the search phrases such as, " Obedience training"
  "Clicker lessons" "Aggressive dog training" "train to fetch" etc...just anything you want to know..
  training a puppy..training an adult dog, etc


• email me littlepirateprincess_93@yahoo.com i'll help i've trained several


• Yes I agree with Susan
  http://www.ddfl.org/tips_dogs.htm
  Also note that they have a behavior help line that you can call.
  http://www.ddfl.org/beh-help.htm


• www.petplace.com
  
  Also, you can post your questions and Dr. Jon will answer them directly to your email IF you wait patiently and if it is a popular topic, the answer might get posted on his website. Try it!


• Join a Yahoo group that is for your breed of dog.. preferably an active one and ask a few questions plus reading what the others are talking about.
  
  I have 6 German Shepherds & Train in the sport of Schutzhund and belong to several different yahoo groups.
  
  GOOD LUCK
  http://360.yahoo.com/sewwoodyou


• from me.e-mail me at doug_the_dog@sbcglobal.net


• Leerburg.com
  
  Lots of articles on training and behavior.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training?

Hi,

I would like to take our dog off the chain and let him play around in our yard...but he just bolts off running. and the faster I go he speeds up!! How do i train him to come when I call him or at least keep him in our yard?

thanks!

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No dog is born with good manners. Pooping on the carpet, leaping enthusiastically onto guests, pulling so hard he practically yanks your arm out of the socket when on walks--that's all perfectly acceptable in the canine world. It's up to you to teach your dog to behave the way we humans want him to. Not training your dog and expecting him to be pleasant to live with is like never sending your child to school and expecting him to ace the SATs.

http://dogtime.com/training.html

Common Tools Used In Dog Training Schools

• give him a name hes used 2 like randomly say a name 5 times if he ignores a name then say another 1 keep doing it till his ears perks up wen u say a name


• dont chase him! use a really long retractable leash and 'let him go' but just lenghthen the leash length. then when he starts running turn your back and ignore him. when you chase him he thinks youre playing with him. good luckk! :D


• You have to start training him to come when he's on a leash! Once he can do that, then get him to come in a large room in your house off the leash, then, in a fenced-in yard off the leash. it has to be done in small baby steps and it will take a while.
  
  Of course, you should never have your animal running loose; cars will hit it, it could eat something, someone could shoot it, and your state probably has a leash law.
  
  If you want the dog to stay in your yard, build a LONG dog run (do NOT just chain the dog) or build a fence. If you've got any questions, mail me! My emails on my profile page.
  
  Good luck!


• i don't know if your dog has had any obedience training but form your answer it sounds rather like a no (sorry if i'm wrong). So i assume he has not - you need to spend a lot of time teaching him who is the leader and training him to perform basic obedience commands.
  To have a dog come to you - if you chase or move towards your dog, he will never come to you and he will see it as a game that you are tring to catch him. Have a yummy treat in your hand (like cooked chicken pieces) and let him know what you have. Once he is coming towards you to get his treat, say Come! and when he reaches you without running away, reward him. You can do this on a leash first, but dont use the command many times in a row as your dog will learn that he doesnt have to obey you the first time you say it.
  Another tip is to tie ur dog on the leash, tie your leash to your waist and don't say anything to the dog, just walk anywhere like you normally would, and when the dog starts pulling the other direction, walk the opposite way so he has to learn to follow you. Do this for about 2 weeks as many times per day as you can, the longer the better, and after some time your dog will learn to follow you without the leash too.
  EDIT - are you taking your dog on daily long walks? or is he just in the garden the whole time? dogs need exercise, some more than others and when they have too much energy, you can't train them as they will not listen, so make sure you drain off some of his energy by a longer walk or a game and you can train him after he has calmed down.


• first do not chase after them. they will only think your playing with them bad experience with my uncles dog who got lose took 30 minutes to get him back inside the house.
  
  What i do is i show my puppy her favorite treat and say "come".
  -she comes and gets her treats do this until she learns what 'comes' means
  -try praising her or giving her treats mix it up.
  
  do not say 'come' and when she does 'comes' punish her otherwise she will not come to you.
  
  its better if they think 'come' means happy not getting punish.
  
  and if they do not come don't keep repeating 'come' because they will eventually think come means ignore you!!! and start to ignore you.


• You can take him to a petsmart and they will take great care of him ... my dog is very obidient but can still horse around when its time.. she loves going back cuz the ppl are nice and rub her and evrything.... its the treats tht the dogs love and they have thousands.. plus if they finish early they excersize them

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How much would you pay for in home obedience dog training lessons that comes with a guarantee of success, which means, if after 6 lessons the owners are not completely satisfied, we will keep coming back for free until you are. Please state what currency. Thanks :)

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This will only work if you practise what you are taught every day, you cannot expect to learn a lot in six lessons. Do not pay for six lessons in advance, as he may use rough methods which you will object to.

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