Demosthenes Damon asked:




Dog training is the oldest and probably the most common solution to bridge the communication gap of man and his best friend. Dog training is so popular and an assumed part of dog ownership that new dog owners won’t have a difficult time finding a little help in learning how to properly train their dog. Dog training is more easily accomplished when you understand how dogs think. With the right techniques dog training is fun for the dog and owner and will make living with your dog a much more joyful experience.

Quite simply clicker dog training is the most humane and effective way we know how to shape any new behavior in our dogs and extinguish any existing behavior problems.
Clicker training is free from any violence or harsh corrections. The trainer starts out by teaching the dog the sound of the clicker is a good thing. Clicker trained dogs quickly learn that the clicking sound is a good thing, that a reward is on its way and they strive to hear its sweet sound. Choke chains, prong Collars and harsh corrections are not the tools of a clicker trainer. The power and effectiveness of clicker training will become crystal clear as soon as you give it a go.

The dog trainer may hold a small treat or a ball in his hand as a reward and use the reward to lure the dog into a sitting position while giving the commands. Some dog trainers may start out by clicking the clicker and offering the dog a treat immediately after each click. The trainer may repeat this procedure several times during the first training session, rewarding the dog with the treat or the toy each time the dog responds correctly. I didn’t have time for these types of training, my schedule didn’t allow it. I searched the web for more flexible solutions.

Dog training is not just for elite competition or show dogs. Dog training is a process that we do with our dogs not to our dogs. Dog training is a wonderful way to build the bond between you and your dog. Humane dog training is about teaching dogs new and alternative behaviors in a way that is neither threatening to the animal or does not undermine the relationship between dogs and their owners. I searched countless hours for the right product. I became an expert on the number of products online and which ones worked. Some are bad and other are a total waste of time! If you want to find out what this hardened skeptic says about training manuals, visit my website.

Peter Ljunggren asked:




There are certain secrets and tips which can prove to be handy while training your dog. These tips are practical and prove to be useful on a regular basis. One of the best time periods for training your dog is when it is a puppy. Ideally a puppy from 6 to 8 weeks of age is the perfect time to train it. Even though older dogs can also be trained the time required for the same can be longer. This mechanism is very similar to human beings learning abilities which depend on the motor skills. But it is never late to teach the dog a new trick.Most dog owners are curious and eager about learning new dog tricks and ways of training their dogs.

Various dog training tips can be useful for dog owners who want to train their dogs themselves instead of getting professional trainers. One of the most effective and useful tips for training dogs is to remember that they need positive reinforcement. Any negative reinforcement would require them a very long time to understand but positive reinforcement can be understood by them very easily.Dogs understand treats and rewards.

They are equally aware of the praises which their master showers them with. Rewarding the dog each time they obey your command successfully and perform an activity correctly helps the dog to perform the same with more eagerness the next time. The positive reinforcement helps them to associate the correct performance of a command with rewards. This reward can be the favorite food of the dog or a treat like ice cream or any food which it likes. Giving friendly but firm commands are another way to reinforce your command. These commands which come in a friendly voice are received positively by the dog. Though dogs are unable to understand the language of their masters they are able to identity the tones in their master voices.

The commands like sitting down, staying up or standing up should be given in a lower tone but firm voice. It is also important to remember that if there is an accident in the hose then the dogs nose should not be rubbed into the incident. It is also important to note that if the dog makes a blunder or an accident occurs due to the activities of the dog then the nose of the animal should never be hit with a newspaper. Punishment for a dog is a vital part of training your dog but these punishments often result the dog becoming scared of its master.

The use of consistent training techniques will help the dogs to understand obedience.Love and compassion are the biggest tools for training your dog. It is important that you train your pet instead of pampering it. Puppies are the easiest to train. Hence if you try at an early stage then there are better chances of the dog understanding your commands. Along with training it is essential to let your dog play. Try and spend some playful time with your dog also.

Carl Robinson

StrictlyCorso asked:


Im interested in taking my dog to obedience training at Petsmart. If anyone has taken the classes Id like some feedback….. was it worth the money? did it seem like they were training your dog hands on? did the trainer personally helped with issues, or did he/she just basically read out of a book out loud to everyone? how did the trainer interact with each student? did it feel like a personal session or di it seem overcrowded and hard to keep up? thanks in advance.

Thelma Vargas

jazzy asked:


how can you train your dog not to bark at other dogs becaus ei took my dog to a dog beach and all he wanted to do was bark at dogs why does he do that?? how can i train him not to? hes a german shephard who is 4 years old help?? thanks

brittanyw13@sbcglobal.net asked:


My father currently trains assistant dogs for the physically disabled out of his home for free. We are in desperate need of a facility- so I am looking for ideas of how to raise money and how to get our organization known. Any ideas will be helpful.

Thelma Black

Danny S Thompson asked:




Dog training aids can help improve the results you get from training your dog. If you’re training your dog good manners and behavior, how to relieve himself properly, what to do when he’s home alone or for sleds and carts among other sports, then some of the most popular aids will be very useful.

Wireless fences, dog training leashes and training collars are just a few gadgets available for training your dog today. With the popularity of electronic dog training tools, more people are now training their dogs on their own.

Wireless fences. These can be placed in areas which you don’t want your dog to cross over. If he does, he’ll feel a slight electric current which can remind him to step back. This is just mild electronic stimulation which can’t harm your dog. And, you can make sure he’s always safe in the confines of your home aside from training him about the places he can’t go to.

Remote leashes and collars. That’s right: there are now remote leashes and collars for your dog. These collars and leashes can remind your dog to behave. Remotely, you can send mild electric currents to quickly emanate from the gadgets. This can remind your dog to act appropriately in case he’s barking excessively or chasing people and children. However, you need to remember that these tools should only be used to train your dog and not punish him.

These are just some of the most popular electronic dog training aids in the market. These are safe and effective in teaching your dog. Make sure to read updated information about each gadget before purchasing it. More importantly, read manuals and ask around for some advice on how to use these tools. Your veterinarian will be a good resource of valuable information.

Amy Nutt asked:




Training a dog vs. training a horse are two different animals (no pun intended!) but the do in fact bear a lot of similarities to each other. The ultimate goal of training any domesticated animal is having the animal be compliant to our wishes and attentive to our commands. Whether you are setting out to train a dog or a horse, that concept should be your end game.

One important similarity dogs and horses share is that in the wild they tend to travel in fixed groups with one dominant leader (the “alpha”) clearly in charge. In both dog and horse packs, the leader establishes his role via physical dominance. That can range from posturing and body language to harsher physical interactions, even attacks.

As horse and dog trainers, we want to establish that we are the alphas in relation to our animal companions. But that doesn’t mean you should beat up your dog or horse! Dogs and horses both respond best to gentle, firm and consistent training that helps them realize we are in charge. We can do this by conditioning them to allow us to touch them, by not tolerating aggressive behavior towards us, and by teaching them to follow commands with a system of rewards and punishments.

One difference between dogs and horses is that while dogs are good at detecting our moods and attitudes, horses are excellent at it. Horses are much more likely to respond well to training when you approach them with confidence, focus and clarity. They can sense your emotional state, and they will often push boundaries if they feel like they can. Thus, it is critical to remain calm and focused when training your horse, and to show true leadership. If a horse senses your vigilance waning, it will become subtly more disobedient over time.

By saying that, I don’t mean to denigrate dogs and say they’re incapable of sensing how we feel. Dogs are very attuned to their masters’ moods. But as long as you keep from becoming angry and abusive toward your dog, you should be able to train the dong without issue. Dogs absolutely adore their owners by nature, and it is this adoration that becomes the best training motivator. Historically we think of training dogs with treats, but the best dog trainers will tell you don’t need to do that. In fact, it’s best if you don’t. The most effective way to train a dog is to remain cool and not overly affectionate with them, and then reward them with affection when they perform desirable tasks.

Like horses, dogs establish a hierarchy of dominance and you will have to establish yourself as the alpha. You can do this with firm authority, patience, confidence, and unwavering consistency. You want your dog to respect you, not fear you. Gentle yet firm physical reminders like a tap on the nose will work a lot better then screaming at or hitting your dog.

Another thing dogs and horses have in common is that they will take advantage of lapses in your firmness. You must always be vigilant and not let your dog or horse get away with undesirable behaviors.

Sally Pena

NiceGuy-Finishing Last asked:


The training that guard dog available to civilian dogs and how much would it cost.

I would like to get my dog trained or partly trained I just want something more than your regular obedience training
In Australia

Alexander Wallace

Manuel P asked:


What are some resorces to do attack training, or guard dog training? If anyone knows, please post back!
I am talking about something like Schutzhund Training. Where can I find these recources?

Miguel Weber

Yoshie William asked:




Training your pet can be very frustrating, but there are many dog training tricks that you can use to make your work easier. These tricks include:

1) Make the training fun. This will help the pet learn faster. You can develop plays that you know are fun and you should incorporate whatever you want to teach the dog in these plays.

2) The training should also be fun for you. This will reduce your frustration and boredom.

3) You should only train the puppy for a few minutes each day. This way, the they will not get bored. A training session should be about 15 minutes long.

4) Food is also a great motivator for animals… You should use small one-bite treats whenever the dog does something right and you should praise it with a positive-sounding voice. You should know what your dog likes for this to be effective.

5) To teach your puppy common terms such as ‘come’ and ‘sit’, you can make use of one-bite treats. When the dog comes over or sits, give it the one-bite treats. You can practice this while you are doing other things such as watching TV.

6) Consistence is very important when training. If you change the training regimen, you will have to start from scratch.

7) One of the most important dog training tricks is that you should avoid getting frustrated or angry at the dog. The dog will sense this and it will be confused and scared.

You should understand your dog. Different dogs respond differently to different words and sounds and you should know what these are. You should note that different breeds have different capabilities when training the dog – learn what the capabilities, limitations, and special needs for your dog are.

9) Create a dog friendly environment. The dog will not respond well to training if it is scared of uncomfortable. A dog friendly environment also means limiting access to objects that the dog can chew such as shoes.

10) Get training early on how to train your puppy. There are many online and offline publications on how to train dogs. You should go for publications from renowned writers since some writer do not know more than you do. You can also get a dog training DVD.

11) Make sure you correct the bad behavior immediately after they have done something wrong such as ‘going’ in the house. If you do not catch the dog in the act, you should not punish it since it will not know why it is being punished.

12) Incorporate common commands such as ‘sit’ and ‘come’ in your daily routine. This way, your pet will get comfortable in performing them. An example of this is telling the dog to ‘sit’ everyday before you give it dinner or telling the dog to ‘down stay’ whenever you are answering the phone.

13) Finally, another of the important dog training tricks is that you should make sure the dog has mastered one command before moving to another lesson. You should never attempt to teach the dog more than one trick at a time as this will only cause confusion to the dog and frustration to you.