Monthly Archives: November 2008
Training a puppy to accept the collar and lead.
Training a puppy to accept the collar and lead.
Walking on a collar and lead is a crucial ability that every dog must learn. Even the best trained dog should never be taken outside the home or yard without a robust collar and leash.
Naturally before you can train your puppy to accept a leash, he or she must first learn how to accept wearing a collar. Step one is to select a collar that fits the dog correctly. It’s important to determine the puppy’s neck, and to select a collar size accordingly.
After the collar has been put on the puppy, simply let him get used to it. It’s not weird for a puppy to try and pull on the collar, whine, roll or squirm when first introduced to a collar. The best system is to simply ignore the puppy and let him get used to the collar. It’s a mistake to either punish the dog for playing with the collar or to persuade the behavior. After the dog has learned to accept the collar, try adding the leash. Hook the leash to the collar and simply sit and watch the puppy.
Clearly, this should only be done either in the house or…
How to Train Your Parrot to Step Up
It’s not difficult at all to get started with training your pet parrot. You can start by teaching your bird a few basics, and this is true whether your pet has been with you a few days or a few years. In my opinion, one of the best things you can teach your parrot is to have a reliable step up response. So by following the instructions in this article, you will be able to tell your parrot to “step up” and it will immediately step onto your finger or hand.
So why is teaching step-up important to you and your parrot? For one, it allows you to remove your bird easily from its cage. Another is that parrots sometimes climb up on shoulders whether you want them to or not, so step-up makes it easier to get them off of a shoulder. In this situation, some parrots may try to bite, so especially with a larger parrot the step-up command will make getting the bird off the shoulder less dangerous. You will find that a bird that has learned the step-up command is easier to handle in unfamiliar or even dangerous situations such as if the bird would ever escape…
How To Get Started With Yorkshire Terrier Training
There are literally hundreds of different breeds of dog that you can choose from, but the Yorkshire Terrier is definitely one of the best. They are very loyal, loving and kind dogs, and make great family pets. You are going to want to make sure that they are well behaved, and this is where Yorkshire Terrier training comes into play.
You can do all of the training yourself, as there are certain exercises and tips that you can use which will help you to have great success with your Yorkie. Keep in mind that Yorkies particularly tend to have troubles learning socialization and housebreaking. They are very standoffish by nature and need extensive exposure to people as well as to unusual sights and sounds. You want them to be able to interact not only with other people but with other dogs as well. If you do not socialize them properly they make become suspicious or shy, and this can make them very difficult to deal with.
When it comes to the subject of Yorkshire Terrier training, there are a few things in particular that you are going to want to keep in mind. The first is patience. You absolutely are going to…
Choosing The Right Dog Training Lead For Your Pet
When a new dog is brought home for the first time, the pet is usually greeted with all the comforts that will make up their new home. In addition to new food dishes and shiny toys, there’s usually a bed along with a new collar and leash waiting. For those that aren’t familiar with raising a new puppy or dog, things like dog training leads and House Breaking a Dog will usually be overlooked.
Before You Buy
Before a dog owner decides to run out and buy a dog training lead, there are a number of things that should be considered. Firstly, the breed along with their weight and height are the most important aspect. If you try to use a dog training lead that isn’t heavy or strong enough for your dog’s breed and weight, the lead simply will not do its job, therefore leaving you back at square one.
Another thing to consider before purchasing a dog training lead is to decide what style would best suit you and your needs. For example, if you live in a remote area that doesn’t have a lot of streets and traffic to deal with, a British style dog training lead would work perfectly…
Poodle Training Tips And Tricks
Although there are literally hundreds of different breeds of dog that one can choose from, the Poodle is definitely one of the best. This is for many reasons in fact but mostly because Poodles are so intelligent, affectionate and loyal. There are also certain concerns to owning a Poodle however, and many relate to Poodle training.
Training any dog is important so that they will grow up to be a polite and well mannered adult dog, and this is especially true with the Poodle. This is because Poodles tend to be quite stubborn and dominant, and so owners often experience difficulties when attempting to train them. It is important that Poodles are trained while they are still young, as early on in their lives as possible. Also, there are certain tips and tricks that an owner can keep in mind however when it comes to training their Poodle, especially when deciding on Poodle litter box training.
When it comes to Poodle training, having a kind and gentle demeanor is going to be one of the most important things that an owner can do. Poodles respond much better to positive reinforcement than to negativity and anger, so the owner should make sure not…
Teaching Your Shar Pei
Shar Peis are survivors. DNA testing has confirmed that they are one of the world’s oldest known breeds of dog, originating in the Guangdong Province of China. Sadly, Shar Pei dogs were originally bred for dog fighting, with their loose skin and small ears making them difficult for other dogs to grasp. At one point Shar Pei were declared the most rare dog in the world, but the breed survived and is no longer considered such a rarity.
These sweet, lovable dogs are thought to have descended from the Chinese Chow Chow, although there is scant evidence to support this theory. Shar Pei training enabled the dogs to work on farms as watchdogs and guardians, protecting livestock from predators.
Shar Pei problem behaviors, when they occur, are usually the fault of an owner who misunderstands the breed. The Shar Pei can look intimidating because of the frowning expression on its face, but most Shar Pei are very friendly dogs who are loyal to their handlers. Dog training books can be an aid for owners who are not sure how to train the Shar Pei.
It is important to socialize the Shar Pei at an early age. If a Shar Pei gets used to…
A Shih Tzu Potty Training Resource
A Shih Tzu is a stubborn dog that expects things done their way and if things are not done their way then they will let you know they are unhappy. However Shih Tzu dogs are also very clean animals and you can use this fact to help you when it is time for Shih Tzu potty training. Shih Tzu dogs also prefer a concrete or stone surface to dirt or grass when they are given a toilet area, so keep that in mind as well and that should help you when you are housebreaking the animal.
You can choose one of two methods to housebreak your Shih Tzu but remember that this will take time so when you pick a method you should go with it and stick with it for the long haul. You can either use a crate method or a method where you segment off a part of the house just for the Shih Tzu. Either way is fine but remember it will take months to do this so be patient.
The crate method of Shih Tzu potty training is where you get a large crate and set up their food, water, and bedding in their crate and then…
Time For Beagle Litter Box Training
People having problems housebreaking their beagle can get frustrated and desperate and they will wind up trying some very strange ideas that seem good at the time but have long term negative effects. Beagle litter box training is an example of an idea that seems like a good temporary solution but unless you are prepared to possibly make it a permanent solution then do not use it.
The toy breeds of beagle, usually cross breeds with smaller dog breeds, can probably get away with a litter box but you are going to need to be realistic before you employ the litter box solution. Your regular sized beagle is not a good candidate for a litter box. If you are having housebreaking issues with your regular sized beagle then try something else other than a litter box as your full sized beagle dog will choose what option makes them comfortable if you give them an option and you probably will not like their selection.
If you are convinced that you want to try beagle litter box training then, as was mentioned before, only do it for the smaller breed of beagles that are either pocket beagles or cross breeds and be prepared to…
Dog First Aid
First Aid – Managing a Bleeding Wound
When it comes to young puppies, one thing that is most often common place is that the puppy will end up getting themselves into a situation where then somehow end up hurt. Puppies look at everything as a way to have fun, much like a child who always seems to have more fun with the box a toy came in rather than the toy itself.
Puppies can be injured from electric shock when chewing on wiring, they can suffer head trauma from items falling on them when they reach up to play with it, and they can suffer deep cuts and scrapes when messing around with sharp objects.
Stopping bleeding swiftly is an important task for any pet owner because bleeding can lead to infections among many other things. In order to stop the bleeding though, it is important to understand the three types of bleeds that your puppy may suffer from so that you are able to resolve the situation rather quickly.
1. The first type of cut would be considered a normal cut or scrape as a result from normal everyday action. These type of injuries are not alarming and are just a regular part…
What Are The Most Common Golden Retriever Problems?
The Golden Retriever is truly a wonderful breed of dog, and it is really hard to find problems with them. They are large, athletic, natural looking, cheerful, steady tempered, and friendly. They are even great with children and are easy to train. There are however still certain Golden Retriever problems that may arise and which any owner or potential owner should be well aware of.
Golden Retrievers do require vigorous exercise requirements, regular brushing and combing, and are easy to develop separation anxiety as well as a variety of other health problems. A few of the most common health problems that this breed suffers from includes hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, epilepsy, hereditary heart disease, cancer, arthritis, allergies, and bloat. Although Golden Retrievers are generally a healthy breed do not be surprised if your dog develops one of these problems. Some even go unnoticeable for an extended period of time and this is why it is important that you keep a watchful eye on your dog and his behavior.
Elbow dysplasia is one of the most common Golden Retriever problems and is considered to possibly be due to different growth rates of the three bones that make up the elbow. Although the symptoms…