May 27th, 2009
Studies revealed that humans already loved pets even during the pre-historic days. For thousands of years, man has established a good relationship with specific dog types. Useful dogs are treated nicely and are fed regularly.
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May 22nd, 2009
Why is it important to teach your dog to lie down on command? In a word: control. A dog that is lying down is not chasing a cat, barking at other dogs, getting under your feet while you’re trying to cook dinner, or otherwise being a pain in the neck when you want peace and quiet.
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May 13th, 2009
Should I Get a Dog? Having a dog requires a commitment on the owner’s part, particularly a commitment of time, but also commitments of care and companionship. Dogs are not passive pets like tropical fish. They are active members of the family.
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May 9th, 2009
Practice this Training Your Dog to Stay several times a day, with fewer repetitions. Vary the time of day and location. Make sure there are as few distractions as possible.
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May 9th, 2009
Read this Training Your Dog to Stay lesson 2 first, and then practice it with your dog.
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May 9th, 2009
It’s not easy for a dog who loves being with you to stay where she is while you walk away. But teaching your dog to stay has many benefits. For example, a dog that stays on command can be kept out of harm’s way when you need to run across the street. The stay command will also help your dog to learn patience and impulse control.
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May 3rd, 2009
Training Your Dog to Come Homework – Practice this training several times a day. Vary the time of day and location. Think of the training as a fun game for you and your dog.
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May 3rd, 2009
Teaching Your Dog to Come when Called – Read this lesson first, and then practice it with your dog.
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May 3rd, 2009
Training Your Dog to Come When Called – A dog that comes when called can be kept away from traffic or other dangers. You can let him run at the dog park, in the woods or along the beach knowing that when you call him back, he’ll come. This training therefore gives you both more freedom.
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May 1st, 2009
Even if your dog already knows how to sit on verbal command, you’ll still learn something new on how to train your dog to sit article. The method you’ll use to teach your dog to sit is known as the “lure and reward” method. You’ll lure your dog into a sitting position, then immediately reward her. It’s a popular method because it’s effective, easy for you to do, and easy for your dog to learn.
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