Article by Abbate Maycumber

All dogs have the same mindset, no matter what kind or size. Before you begin training any dog, it’s important that you understand this mind-frame and learn to mold your training around that aspect. This article will shed some light on how dogs think for anyone who is a little clueless in this arena.

It is dangerous to put more than one dog together in a close space. The chain of one dog could become wrapped around the other and, as the dogs struggle to free themselves, one or both could be injured. In the case that a large dog and small dog become entangled, the large dog’s rope or chain could cut off air circulation to the small dog, and it could be severely injured or die.

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Article by Sarabckns86

Having a pet dog is really exciting but at the same time you need to make sure that your pet is not causing an inconvenience for those living around you. It is therefore necessary to train your dog to do your bidding so that its behavior is kept in check and does not become unruly. We bring to you a variety of dog related issues that can be tackled using dog training collars which correctively help to train your dog in an excellent manner. If at all your dog is quiet energetic and pulls you during walks, goes around leaping on people or other dogs, is proving to be a nuisance while guests arrive at home, you do not need to worry as this is nothing but a healthy and energetic dogs vital characteristics. You can easily coach your dog to behave as you desire using the various types of dog training collars mentioned below: Choke collars: These are collars that function using a chain link. Incase you are teaching your pet a handshake or heal or any other movement but the dog tries to run off, this type of collar chokes the dog momentarily so that it is restricted from running off and stays in place. Electronic collars: This characteristic of collar gives the dog a miniature shock just enough to turn its head and not a painful shock which may comparatively harm the dog. However, it is recommended that the dog collar be used under supervision for its proper safety. Pinch Collars: This type of training dog collar uses pointed protruding at joints which are similar to the chain linked choke collars. These collars cause a sensation of pinch or bite around the neck and thus contain its unnecessary movements. This type of collar is less prone to cause injuries to your doggy. It is possible for one to order these collars and get them shipped to their doorstep by filling a simple online form. These dog collar specialized companies provide collars for safety, sports, training within a range of 0 – 0 and above. Thus, you now know how to correct your pet dogs wrong habits by using the preferred collar of your choice. It is important for you to learn their proper use from official trainers and cautioned to be used only when your pet doing something wrong else you may confuse your bowwow. This will help you to groom your pet in a mannered way and be respected by your pet in return.

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Article by Chris Austin

Clicker Training: What Is So Special About Using A Clicker To Train My Dog?

Using a clicker to train your dog is an extremely rewarding and fun approach to dog training. And most importantly, it works! This simple little training aid will go a long way to encouraging positive behavior and instituting obedience as well as tricks into your dog’s life.

What Is A Clicker?

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Question by Sarah: Any suggestions on a good book about training a dog to come off leash?
I’m trying hard to teach my dog to be an off-leash dog. She has been very good! But we need to work on her distractions. She doesn’t have any distractions that are so severe that I cannot call her off of them. She can occasionally be called off a squirrel, so I know it is definitely possible to have her as an off leash dog.

Any suggestions on books that deal with training a dog to behave off leash?

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I have been thinking about doing a little agility training with my dog. I am not talking about doing actual competitions with him, just letting him get some exercise that way. He is a 12 lb poodle/schnauzer mix that has a lot of energy. Can you recommend some websites to get started? There are SO many sites out there that I want to make sure that I get a good site.
He gets plenty of exercise and isn’t hyper, he just has lots of energy and can jump VERY long distances (he completely jumped over a 6 foot rug without touching anything on it–DD’s toys, LOL).
Oh, and their aren’t any local places. I live in small town USA. LOL

I have a 6 month old Beagle. When I first brought him home, he was doing so well. I got him to where he would go to the door when he had to go to the bathroom, but he wouldn’t make any noise, so sometimes he would have an accident by the door, which is understandable. So I tied a can with some pennies to the door, which he could hit when he needed to go out. This worked wonderfully well, and he was doing great. But recently, he seems to be going backwards. I took him out camping with me and since then he’s gotten gradually worse. Now its to the point where he doesn’t go to the door anymore and instead just goes to the bathroom whereever and whenever he feels like it. He has been fixed, so I know he’s not marking, he’s just going pee and poop wherever. We can even take him outside and he’ll go to the bathroom, and we’ll praise him, then we’ll bring him inside and shortly after he’ll go to the bathroom again! Does any one know why he’s doing this, and further, how to correct it?

I’ve recently started clicker training with my dog and am a little confused.

1. Is the click supposed to be the only reward, or do you always follow it with a treat when training? Why do you need the click if you are just going to give it a treat right after? My dog stops paying attention to the training if I don’t give her a treat.

2. How do you add verbal or physical commands to the actions your dog is doing?

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I have a 3 yr old mixed breed dog, we did okay in basic obedience, but I want more and I think she does too. Part chow/golden and german shepherd mix.