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Archive for February, 2010

House training a puppy can be a trying process if you don’t know the effective procedures. So, here are some useful tips to make the process easier.

1. I strongly recommend that you get a dog crate which is the right size for your puppy. It should be just big enough so he can turn around in it and lie down. This will become his den and the instinct of a dog is not to soil his den. So, you can use this instinctive behaviour to make the house training process a bit easier.

2. You need to introduce your puppy to the crate and build a positive association with it. This you can do by using small tasty treats as a positive reinforcement. Give him treats near the crate and gradually lure him into the crate with them. Once he is used to going inside, shut the door very briefly and then gradually shut it for an increasing time. If you give him a food dispensing toy while he is in the crate, he will be quite happy for a time.

3. Once your puppy is used to the crate, you should leave him in it whenever you cannot pay full attention to him. This will prevent any danger of him peeing or pooing in the house. When you take him out of the crate, you should take him outside in case he needs to relieve himself. A rule of thumb is that you leave your puppy in the crate about an hour for every month he is old.

4. When you bring a puppy home and need to house train him, you should understand that it requires close attention and is a full-time job for a few days. Try to arrange it for a weekend or whenever you can be at home for at least a couple of days.

5. There are times when you should, as a matter of course, take your puppy outside since he is likely to need taking out at these times: when he wakes up, before he goes to bed, whenever he gets excited, after a play session, after a training session, after he eats, after he drinks and after he has a nap. Until he is three months old, he may need also to be taken out once during the night.

6. When you take him outside to do his business, keep him on a leash and don’t encourage him to play. Just watch and wait.

7. Whenever he pees or poos outside, you should give him lots of praise and attention.

8. If he does have an accident in the house, make sure you clean it up with hot biological washing powder solution or an enzymatic cleaner. Normal cleaners will not get rid of the smell to the puppy’s nose and he will be attracted to the spot again.

9. Dogs are creatures of habit, so make sure you follow a regular routine with your puppy.

10. When you see him get into position to do his business, give him a “command” such as “Get Busy”, so that the command becomes associated with doing his business. When you have done this for a week, you can take him outside and give the command to see if he responds. If he does, give him lots of praise or a treat. If he doesn’t respond, continue the association process for another week before you try again.

I hope you find these points helpful in house training your puppy.

Ken Morgan
http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/ten-tips-for-house-training-a-puppy-712918.html

Walking with your dog is a big part of dog ownership. If you want other people to enjoy your dog while walking outdoors or take him to different places without causing any problems, it is very important to train and teach your dog proper leash behavior.

Dog leash training is one of the most basic methods to control your pooch better and easier. This training method is likewise as popular as any type of dog training schemes within the pet training community because it gets positive results effectively and quickly if done the correct way. Here are a few factors to consider in dog leash training:

1. Choose a dog leash with proper length. Most dog trainers recommend a dog leash that is relatively short. A dog leash that is six feet in length is good enough and can give a good reach and distance between you and your pooch. A dog leash shouldn’t be too long so that it won’t be difficult for you to grab it if you want to stop your dog when he moves to the wrong direction.

2. Make sure the leash fits perfectly. There are many types of dog leash with different designs, colors and materials that you can buy in the market today. But whichever design of dog leash you choose, make sure that it has good flexibility and durability. Bend the leash sideways and in all directions to determine if it is resilient enough to withstand the force given by your dog. Buy a leash that perfectly fits onto your dog’s neck. Take note that it should not be in any way narrow or stiff.

3. Consider your dog’s age in dog leash training. Once you’ve chosen the proper leash for your dog, the next thing to take into account is the age of your dog. Take for instance, a puppy. Puppies tend to get distracted or irritated when you begin to walk him with a dog leash. It is highly suggested that you utilize a harness or a training collar aside from the leash. Be extremely patient in guiding your puppy because, at first, he may attempt to grasp and untie the collar on his neck.

To prevent your pooch from getting irritated with his new accessory, place the collar while he’s eating, playing or doing something else. Afterwards, leave the collar and leash onto his neck for a while until he gets comfortable with it. If you believe your dog is comfy enough with wearing the dog leash, you may take him for a walk outside.

4. Be consistent with your dog leash training commands. A dog leash training can only be successful if you are consistent with your training instructions. Whether it is a walk or heel command, always be coherent with what you are using. Your furry friend will eventually learn to follow your dog leash commands. Don’t switch up the words for it may confuse him.

Andrei Smith
http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/factors-to-consider-in-dog-leash-training-738566.html

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Learn how to properly feed your dog, by making them wait to eat until you give the command; learn more tips on feeding your dog in this free dog obedience video.

Expert: Ryan Gwilliam
Bio: Ryan Gwilliam has trained over 10 dogs. He specializes in obedience training.
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Introducing my new puppy! He is a 4 1/2 month old terrier/chi mix. I picked him up yesterday and this footage is of me going to fetch him and Kiko and Splash’s reaction to him. Sometimes Kiko doesn’t like to play with young puppies, so I was very happy and excited that the puppy was a big hit with my two other dogs! We have been having a blast since he’s been here!

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