Jenny Janice asked:




Dogs make man happy. Man bred dogs lovingly and got loyalty and security in return. Dogs became his best friend and he happily trained the dogs to assist him in his daily activities. Many dogs, especially the smarter breeds like German Shepherds and Golden Retrievers, can be easily trained to do simple tasks that they do not normally perform such as retrieving a specific object or balancing on a beam in dog shows. Some dog breeds were trained to sniff out bombs and drugs to aid the law enforcers. Some dogs were trained as seeing-eye-dogs for blind people who need to go out. Dogs were also trained to help herd sheep and cattle in large farms. Still, some dogs were trained for human amusement in carnivals and dog shows.

To facilitate training, dog training treats are given as reward for correctly following the trainer’s instructions. These treats should be easy to nibble so that the dog can promptly resume the task and delicious enough that the dog would want to perform more in order to receive the treat. There are larger sized treats which are perfect as the best reward for perfect performance.

The dog training treats come in a variety of fun colors, shapes, and sizes. There are small bone treats for smaller breeds and large kibbles for larger breeds. The dog treats are made of real meat parts and real grains for fiber. Some manufacturers have product lines which include toy-looking training treats such as beanie balls, fun balls, and King Kong biscuit balls. To indulge the training animal’s craving for meat, large steaks and jerkies are made of meat and bone ingredients. There are also bone treats especially made for large dogs: at least 6 inches of colorful and delicious treat shaped into a large bone. For fun-loving dogs, small treats made from meat and vegetables which are shaped into little bears or stars or other fun shapes can be chosen.

Eating training treats can be rewarding and, at the same time, healthy for the dogs. A lot of manufacturers have incorporated vitamins, fibers and grains into the food to assist in digestion. There are treats made of whole wheat but incorporated with barbecue or meat products.

In choosing the dog training treats, the owner must see to it that the food is made from natural and real ingredients. It is also good to choose treats that have low calorie content to keep the dog healthy and fit. Also, a low calorie treat can be rewarded more often without fear that the dog will gain unwanted extra weight. Treats incorporated with liver, milk, and cranberries provide protein and add strength and endurance to the dog for it to sustain training. Berries can also add excitement to the flavor so that the dog would want more treats.

Treats are given as reward in training. But spoiling the dog by giving them treats without properly enforcing rules on them would result in them demanding food from the humans and not doing their tasks. So give dog training treats to pet in training only if it does the task properly. Only then can you achieve the best results that you want from training them.

Aaron asked:


I have a 50 pound dog that will not respond to my wife’s commands and would like to try this method for training the dog, but don’t know what brand of collar to get. Does anyone have a good suggestion?

Stanley Silva

Matt Murren asked:




In the past, dog whistles were used mainly by gun dog and herding dog handlers. They are now being incorporated into use by many different varieties of dog trainers. Pet dog owners seeking to obtain better control with their dogs have also implemented their use.

Traditionally distance trainers would shout commands at their dogs at distances during hunting or shooting. Today the dog whistle is more efficient because it maintains distance control over the dog without scaring off the prey. It has a high frequency which dogs’ ears can tune in on more easily than they can the human voice. There are many varieties of dog whistles sold today. Some are made of plastic and metal. The dog handler’s choice will depend on the breed.
The thunder whistle and the silent whistle are two examples. The thunder whistle is similar to a referee’s whistle. The silent dog whistle performs at a high frequency and is heard more easily by dogs than by humans.

Using the Whistle to Make Your Dog Return

You should possess the ability to recall your dog regardless of the circumstances. No matter what type of activity your dog was involved in when you call him to come back, never punish him. The dog always needs to feel that the experience of returning to you is a pleasurable one.

Getting your puppy to return during your recall training is much easier because they are afraid to wander long distances away. During this training period be sure to create a positive experience out of it for the puppy. Capture your dog’s interest in while trying to get him to return. Use a high pitch voice, jump up and down and clap your hands to get your dog’s attention.

The most important way of choosing which commands to teach your dog is to choose the ones that are going to be of the most benefit to you. Always be consistent with your signals. Some of the fundamental dog whistle commands are teaching the dog to sit at a distance, making the dog return to you, and sending your dog in a different direction.

The primary command for you to achieve during your training process is the distance sit. The dog is at his best attention when he is sitting. He is more likely to follow up on any command while in this position. Remember that when you are teaching your dog to sit y distance training take it slowly. Start with a short distance and as the dog learns his command increase the distance a step at a time.

Excluding the gun and herding dog handlers the majority of people are delighted to accomplish distance sits and distance recalls with their dog whistles.

Randall Hunter

Misa M asked:


Whether from a trainer or from your own dog, is there a specific instance that you can recall that changed something about the way you train for the better?
*WOW* – some great answers here! Very cool!

Jamie Douglas

AmazonTraveler asked:

Sled dog training run in Saxapahaw, NC, circa 1993. Our Siberian Husky and Alaskan Husky dog teams competed and placed in sanctioned races in the Mid-Atlantic Sled Dog Racing Association circuit.

Phillip Thompson

John M Williams asked:




Dogs can be very difficult animals to deal with from time to time, some breeds and types can be especially difficult to train and control. No mater how much time and effort you seem to be putting in, your efforts give no results.

Don’t worry too much about persistently training you dog, it might not be your fault your dog is disobedient, people in different circumstances may be failing to train their dog for very simple reasons, whether it be your tone of voice, not having enough time to give your dog due to other commitments like work or hobbies, or your children throwing all the basic dog training rules out the window. Here we will try to educate you on the difference a professional dog trainer could have on your dog’s obedience, and how much it will cost.

The options available for dog training




Group dog training sessions locally – four to eight weekly 1 hour sessions for around $40 – $130 (