Tailoring Your House Training Approach to Your Dog's Unique Needs Training a pup can be tricky. Each dog has different needs and styles of learning. To make the process more successful, customize your approach to your pup's features. Consider breed, age, size, and personality. Pups need frequent potty breaks since they have shorter attention spans.…
Potty Training for Puppies Potty training a pup? Not so scary! Create a schedule, be consistent and you'll soon have a pup that goes outside to do their business. Puppies need more frequent potty breaks and patience from you. Get the right plan in place and the important skill of potty training will be learned…
The Benefits of Teaching Bite Inhibition Early in Puppyhood Teaching bite inhibition to puppies is important. Here are the benefits:
Reduce aggressive behavior risk.
Build trust and bond.
Improve socialization.
Prevent injury.
Stress-free grooming.
Tip: Start training as soon as possible. Use positive reinforcement like treats, toys, and gentle touch. Understanding Bite Inhibition Bite inhibition…
The Benefits of Hands-Free Leashes Hands-free leashes are on the rise! These leashes provide pet parents with the freedom to move without gripping the leash. Benefits have been seen for both the pet and the parent. In this article, let's look into the advantages of hands-free leashes. Hands-Free Leashes Provide Better Control During Training Hands-free…
Recognizing and Addressing Stress and Overstimulation in Puppies Recognizing stress and overstimulation in puppies is key to their well-being and training. It can shape their behavior for the long term.
Signs of stress and overstimulation include:
Pacing
Excessive barking/whining
Panting/drooling
Destructive behavior
Aggressiveness/fearfulness
To reduce stress and overstimulation:
Provide a calm, safe space
Stick to…
Understanding Crate Training for Multiple Dogs Crate training multiple dogs? It's a great idea! It keeps your pups settled and secure while you're away. Plus, it helps teach good house behavior. It also gives them a secure space to relax. However, it depends on how many dogs you have and their individual personalities. Different approaches…
Recognizing and Addressing Stress in Your Dog During Leash Training It's important to recognize and handle stress in dogs during leash training. Signs of stress could be pulling, lunging, whining, trembling, cowering or avoiding eye contact. If you spot any of those signs, it's essential to find the root of the stress before proceeding with…
Training Techniques to Prevent and Address Leash Biting Leash biting is a common problem in dogs, but it can be prevented and addressed. Try these techniques:
Use a taste deterrent spray or bitter apple on the leash.
Play tug of war with your dog before a walk.
Teach the "leave it" command and use treats.…
Reinforcing the Down Command for Consistent Performance Reinforcing the "down" command is a must for consistent performance in dogs. Positive reinforcement techniques like treats, praise, and patience are ideal. Some tips to reinforce the "down" command:
Use a treat to lure your dog into the down position, saying "down" as you do.
Stay…
Why Establishing a House Training Schedule is Important A house training schedule is key for successful potty training! It educates your pup on responding to cues. This means they'll be more predictable and easier to manage. Plus, you'll avoid the hassle of having to clean up messes around the home. Let's take a closer look…