Online dog training Obedience, Rally, Agility
I have been fortunate over the past XX years :>) to have some really awesome dogs to share my life.They have all been pets first and teammates second and they have taught me very valuable lessons and added to … Continue Reading -
Over the years, many people have asked me what I train first with a new puppy or dog.First, I feel it is important to build a relationship and rapport with the new pup. To do this, I play games, … Continue Reading -
You bet there is!What is the difference between a skill and an exercise????
An “exercise” is something I am required to do in the ring. It is a sequence of skills. The Drop on Recall, Heeling, courses in Rally … Continue Reading -
Riker can be sticky with a toy.
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Dogs are naturally pack animals.In a family situation with people, a dominant/pushy dog may “test” his place in the pack by asserting himself. This may be done in subtle ways such as nudging your hand for petting, stealing objects … Continue Reading -
It is hard for your dog to learn, perform a skill or exercise correctly, if you do not have his complete attention. When training, insist that your dog pay 100 percent … Continue Reading -
Some people grind their teeth or hold their breath while training while others clench their fists or rattle off a string of swearwords. When the frustration of training your dog comes to a boil, there are a countless number of … Continue Reading -
What happens when a dog “shuts down”?
Shutting down is when a dog has stopped … Continue Reading -
DISTRACTION TRAINING (or proofing) builds your dog’s confidence, focus, and attention on you so that your dog can perform a skill any place, anytime, no matter what is happening. During this week we will look at various ways to proof … Continue Reading -