Otto’s recall is a thing of beauty – fast, enthusiastic, and extremely reliable. But it’s only because we practice daily, and we keep it fun.
Reinforcing Your Dog's Training Throughout His Lifetime
When your dog’s behavior slips, it’s time to schedule regular practice!
When I was a kid, nobody talked about “socializing” their dogs, and most of the dogs we knew were just fine with kids. What’s the big deal? At risk of sounding old, when I was a kid, it was a different world. The only dogs I knew who weren’t free to run around my rural neighborhood were either hunting dogs or watchdogs; kids knew not to fool around with any of those dogs. And all the ones running loose in the neighborhood were extremely “good with kids.” That’s because they were constantly exposed to kids! I want my dog to be as rock-solid with kids – and every other type of person – as he is at resisting the urge to chase cats. So we’re going to have to practice.
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How to Train Proper Leash Walking - Pull Over!
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Teaching Bite Inhibition
— My dog bites me. A lot. Scooter, the 10-pound Pomeranian we adopted from the shelter after he failed a behavior... -
Training Small Dog Breeds
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How To Stop Dog Chasing Children
— Dogs and kids can be the best of playmates. Sometimes they develop this relationship all on their own, and sometimes... -
My Dog Wakes Up Too Early!
— Those last few minutes of sleep before the alarm goes off are a treasured sanctuary where we hide in dreams before... -
Walking An Excited Dog
— You contemplate taking your dog for a walk with mixed emotions. You love the idea of going for a companionable stroll... -
It Takes A Lot of Work
— A neighborhood acquaintance recently asked me for training advice regarding her year-old mixed-breed dog, whose major... -
Letting Your Dog Sleep on Your Bed With You
— Contrary to the strongly held opinion of some training and behavior professionals, I’m generally pretty... -
Unwanted Barking at The Front Door
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