This article is the second in a 3-part series about changing dog behavior using positive dog training methods.Be a leader, a dog will follow. From the last article, remember King and his dominant dog behavior? King was the leader of his pack -- Mom, Dad, 2 kids. King set the rules in the house and didn't hesitate to enforce them, with growling, posturing, biting and other scary dog behaviors. In that article, I introduced 3 simple dog training steps to help you begin to take the leadership role back from your dominant and furry leader-of-the-pack.
Let's look at another family, where Mom is the leader and Queenie is at the bottom of the pack hierarchy (where dogs should be) and her obedient dog behavior was praised and applauded by the whole family. One day, Billy brought a dog home. The family decided to take her in and make her part of the family. They named her Queenie. Queenie was a terrier mix, feisty and pushy, with an inquisitive mind. Mom Jackie quickly began helping Queenie fit in with the family with positive dog training techniques.
She taught Queenie where her sleeping places/beds were, how to make requests with a polite sit, how to communicate in a positive way, how good manners, Dog Tip Products, result in good things. Jackie patiently reinforced each good dog behavior until Queenie got it, and then she would review and reward to keep the good behaviors in place. Queenie quickly became a wonderful member of the family. Yes, she pushed and sought out trouble wherever she could, but Jackie was there to help redirect her and teach her new ways of using her curiosity in fun games and activities with her family.
There was no concern about biting or bad dog behavior. Queenie and the rest of her pack were calm and happy.If you want your household to be more like Queenie's, here are a few more simple dog training suggestions to help you take back your leadership position and create an orderly and calm household. (Review article #1 for the first set of suggestions).1. First, get their attention! Begin all communication with your dog's name first. "Blah, blah, blah Benji" gets their attention at Benji. "Benji!
Come!" sets Benji up for success. 2. Leader first! You, the leader, always go first through doorways, gateways, car doors, etc. The leader goes first and the dog follows. Praise, praise, praise for honoring the leader. 3. Be kind! This is so, so important. Use a gentle voice for most things. When you need to use a more stern approach, that's fine. Just remember, your dog is looking to you for direction and guidance. Give it calmly and lovingly and you will see the difference. Your dog will love you and want to be with you and please you.
4. Let's play! -- on MY terms. Games and toys are great fun for dogs -- and you. Begin and end games as a leader does. YOU are in control, not Skipper. End the game before he gets bored and leaves. Keep him wanting more. 5. Let's EAT! Being a leader means eating first at mealtime. If you typically eat at about the same time your dog eats, you eat first and then feed your dog. (This suggestions points to another strong recommendation - no running buffet!)Don't let Fifi run your household. No matter how large or small the dog, or how cute and cuddly, if you do not step into the leadership role,, Dog Tip Products, your dog will.
How To Train Your Dog - 7 Tips
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Dogs can bring so much joy to our lives: they provide, Dog Tip Products, companionship, act as a burglar alarm, and can even protect us from danger. However, if you have a dog with behavioral problems such as urinating in undesignated areas, chewing up household items, or barking uncontrollably, you may be occupied mainly with thoughts of how to make your dog behave. These 7 tips can help.Tip #1: Avoid training when you are angry: Your dog is already extremely in tune with your emotions. If your dog does something to make you angry, wait until you have been able to distance yourself emotionally before trying to train your dog.
Reason: if you are angry while training your dog, your dog will be distracted by your excited state and not be able to concentrate on your lesson.Tip #2: Learn to think like your dog: If your dog does a behavioral no-no, think about what led up to the behavior. What was your dog doing before the behavioral mistake? Can you make adjustments to your dog's environment that would prevent this? The point is, try to make sense of the behavior rather than just reacting to it as an isolated event.Tip #3: Start when the dog is a puppy if you can - but you can train adult dogs, too: Yes, of course you should try to start training your dog when he or she is a puppy (note: wait until they are at least 6 months old).
But, if behavioral problems crop up later in life, by all means you can and should start a corrective training program at that time.Tip #4: Show him who is boss: When you are training your dog, make sure that you are trainer first, friend second. You need to be strict with your dog so that there is no ambiguity about the seriousness of what you want him or her to do.Tip #5: Avoid yelling at your dog: Similar to the tip about your anger above, make sure you do not yell at your dog. Yelling makes you seem out of control and will actually reduce the effectiveness of your training efforts.
Instead, use a calm, authoritative voice to train your dog.Tip #6: Maintain a consistent learning environment: Try, Dog Tip Products, to maintain a consistent environment for your training exercises. Keep the set and setting the same for each lesson and your dog will pick up on your educational cues more quickly.Tip #7: Use a training collar if necessary: Use a 6 foot training lead to train your dog. However, if you find that your dog is difficult to control, by all means switch to a training collar while the behavior problems persist.
Reason: if you are angry while training your dog, your dog will be distracted by your excited state and not be able to concentrate on your lesson.Tip #2: Learn to think like your dog: If your dog does a behavioral no-no, think about what led up to the behavior. What was your dog doing before the behavioral mistake? Can you make adjustments to your dog's environment that would prevent this? The point is, try to make sense of the behavior rather than just reacting to it as an isolated event.Tip #3: Start when the dog is a puppy if you can - but you can train adult dogs, too: Yes, of course you should try to start training your dog when he or she is a puppy (note: wait until they are at least 6 months old).
But, if behavioral problems crop up later in life, by all means you can and should start a corrective training program at that time.Tip #4: Show him who is boss: When you are training your dog, make sure that you are trainer first, friend second. You need to be strict with your dog so that there is no ambiguity about the seriousness of what you want him or her to do.Tip #5: Avoid yelling at your dog: Similar to the tip about your anger above, make sure you do not yell at your dog. Yelling makes you seem out of control and will actually reduce the effectiveness of your training efforts.
Instead, use a calm, authoritative voice to train your dog.Tip #6: Maintain a consistent learning environment: Try, Dog Tip Products, to maintain a consistent environment for your training exercises. Keep the set and setting the same for each lesson and your dog will pick up on your educational cues more quickly.Tip #7: Use a training collar if necessary: Use a 6 foot training lead to train your dog. However, if you find that your dog is difficult to control, by all means switch to a training collar while the behavior problems persist.
Tips For Playing Frisbee With Your Dog
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Okay, maybe not all dogs like to play Frisbee. After all, some Frisbees are bigger and weigh more than some of the new toy dog breeds, but for those dogs who have a lot of energy to burn, Frisbee is a good option because it provides exercise not only for your pet, but for you as well. If you both get good at it, there are even disc dog events and championships.Let's look first at some of the history of the sport known either as dog Frisbee or disc dogs. When the game of Frisbee started to get popular in the early 1970's, a college student and his dog jumped the fence during a Cincinnati Reds baseball game and threw a couple of flying discs that his dog ran and jumped high up into the air to catch.
The student was arrested, but the crowd liked what they saw so much that the game of dog Frisbee was born.Before self-training your dog to learn how to play competitive Frisbee, you might want to read one of the many books on the subject. One of the most popular books is Disc Dogs! The Complete Guide written by two men who, along with their dogs, have won several world championships and taught others to train their dogs as well.Many experts have recommendations about what types of flying discs should be used, Dog Tip Products, when paying with your dog.
The best option seems to be one with puncture-resistant material and a gripping device for easier retrieval by your best friend. They're also easier on your dog's teeth.In terms of competitive disc dog events, there are several but we'll talk in this article about Toss and Fetch and Freestyle events. Disc dog events are divided into categories determined on experience and skills of the dogs and their handlers and aren't usually broken down by age or gender of the dogs or the handlers.In Toss and Fetch, a team of one person and one dog compete by catching the disc at varying distances, with the longest catch winning the event.
In a related type of event, contestants are allowed one minute to make as many throws as possible and dogs are awarded points based on the distance of the catch. The dogs do receive bonus points if they are completely airborne, Dog Tip Products, when they make the catch.Freestyle events again involve teams of one dog and one human but this time consist of a several minute choreographed routine where the dogs are judged by the degree of difficulty of the catch, athleticism, and showmanship.
The dog owner tries to combine catching multiple discs with flips, jumps and other entertaining canine feats accompanied by music.It's said that any healthy active dog can learn to play disc catch. Historically, many of the winners of Frisbee championships have been Border Collies, but any dog can participate and do well. When beginning to train your dog for this sport, or even if it's just a new exercise or play routine that you're teaching him, you should practice on a flat grassy area rather than on concrete or asphalt as that is harder on both dog and human joints.
The student was arrested, but the crowd liked what they saw so much that the game of dog Frisbee was born.Before self-training your dog to learn how to play competitive Frisbee, you might want to read one of the many books on the subject. One of the most popular books is Disc Dogs! The Complete Guide written by two men who, along with their dogs, have won several world championships and taught others to train their dogs as well.Many experts have recommendations about what types of flying discs should be used, Dog Tip Products, when paying with your dog.
The best option seems to be one with puncture-resistant material and a gripping device for easier retrieval by your best friend. They're also easier on your dog's teeth.In terms of competitive disc dog events, there are several but we'll talk in this article about Toss and Fetch and Freestyle events. Disc dog events are divided into categories determined on experience and skills of the dogs and their handlers and aren't usually broken down by age or gender of the dogs or the handlers.In Toss and Fetch, a team of one person and one dog compete by catching the disc at varying distances, with the longest catch winning the event.
In a related type of event, contestants are allowed one minute to make as many throws as possible and dogs are awarded points based on the distance of the catch. The dogs do receive bonus points if they are completely airborne, Dog Tip Products, when they make the catch.Freestyle events again involve teams of one dog and one human but this time consist of a several minute choreographed routine where the dogs are judged by the degree of difficulty of the catch, athleticism, and showmanship.
The dog owner tries to combine catching multiple discs with flips, jumps and other entertaining canine feats accompanied by music.It's said that any healthy active dog can learn to play disc catch. Historically, many of the winners of Frisbee championships have been Border Collies, but any dog can participate and do well. When beginning to train your dog for this sport, or even if it's just a new exercise or play routine that you're teaching him, you should practice on a flat grassy area rather than on concrete or asphalt as that is harder on both dog and human joints.
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MLM Tips: Who Says You Can't Teach MLM Old Dogs New Tricks?
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Many MLM tips taught by the so called heavy hitters in MLM nowadays are a rehashed versions of old, outdated sales techniques. Most, if not all, of these outdated MLM tips didn't work 20 years ago and definitely don't work in MLM today. If you are new to MLM on even if you have been in the business for awhile, and are not as successful as you would like to be read on. Here are four tips to help you succeed.MLM Tip #1For a long time we were told over and over that MLM is a numbers game. The more people you contact the closer you are to a sale.
This might be O.K. for direct marketing, but not for MLM. Stop trying to sell. Instead, be genuinely interested in each person. Show them that you really care about them and you will help them realize their dreams. Find out what they want. Then promise to help them. Say" Together we will focus our action and thinking on your goals, Dog Tip Products, ." MLM is about building people and relationships. People can tell when you are not interested in them. If you are only interested in "closing" them it comes through and makes everyone feel uncomfortable.
If people feel uncomfortable they will not join you or buy from you.MLM Tip#2Stop chasing after your friends and family members. That so called warm market is not necessarily your best option. There's a big world out there and if you want to be successful have a system for generating your own leads. Your MLM Company or uplink should be able to help you there. Just remember, don't try to sell products or business opportunity. Find out what they are looking for and assure them that you'll help them all you can.
Soon, you'll find that people will be looking for you!MLM Tip#3Decide on a goal. What are your reasons for doing this? How much money do you want to earn each month? How many people do you need to accomplish this? Have a workable plan that you will follow every day and a commitment, Dog Tip Products, to yourself that you will take deliberate action for as long as it takes, to reach your goal. It is also helpful to find a mentor who can guide you along your path. People who will help watch for and see the stumbling blocks that may be standing between you and your goals.
This might be O.K. for direct marketing, but not for MLM. Stop trying to sell. Instead, be genuinely interested in each person. Show them that you really care about them and you will help them realize their dreams. Find out what they want. Then promise to help them. Say" Together we will focus our action and thinking on your goals, Dog Tip Products, ." MLM is about building people and relationships. People can tell when you are not interested in them. If you are only interested in "closing" them it comes through and makes everyone feel uncomfortable.
If people feel uncomfortable they will not join you or buy from you.MLM Tip#2Stop chasing after your friends and family members. That so called warm market is not necessarily your best option. There's a big world out there and if you want to be successful have a system for generating your own leads. Your MLM Company or uplink should be able to help you there. Just remember, don't try to sell products or business opportunity. Find out what they are looking for and assure them that you'll help them all you can.
Soon, you'll find that people will be looking for you!MLM Tip#3Decide on a goal. What are your reasons for doing this? How much money do you want to earn each month? How many people do you need to accomplish this? Have a workable plan that you will follow every day and a commitment, Dog Tip Products, to yourself that you will take deliberate action for as long as it takes, to reach your goal. It is also helpful to find a mentor who can guide you along your path. People who will help watch for and see the stumbling blocks that may be standing between you and your goals.
Free Dog Training Tips - Training Your Dog to Go For a Walk
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Dogs are not just pets, they become members of your family. As such you often want to take them with you on family trips to the beach, or even to just a simple walk down the road. None of this is possible if you do not have your dog leash trained. Lots of people believe that their dog does not need a leash, but hundreds of car accidents have happened because of over-confident owners and too-curious dogs.The first thing to buy is the right leash. If you have had problems with your dog on a leash before, you may want to get a choke leash.
While this looks painful, it really is not. Put the collar over the dog's neck and adjust it so that it is right at the base of the dog's, Dog Tip Products, head, where he will feel it. Let him get used to the leash on for a moment, then issue a command. If you walk off and say "come", and the dog does not come to you, give a sharp tug. Pulling slowly will cause the chain to tighten and may cause some harm to the dog, while a sharp tug will merely remind them who is boss.Head out for your walk, making sure that the dog is on the right side for the collar to work effectively.
Once you start walking, if the dog pulls, give him a sharp pull back to you. Keep the leash as short as you need, Dog Tip Products, to in order for him to stay right beside you. The more lead you give him, the more he will take, and this will make him believe that he is the leader and will cause more problems.Once you are walking, if he gets distracted and starts looking around, give him a little tap with your heel on his buttocks. This will not hurt him, but is meant to simulate what dogs do when they are in a pack.
While this looks painful, it really is not. Put the collar over the dog's neck and adjust it so that it is right at the base of the dog's, Dog Tip Products, head, where he will feel it. Let him get used to the leash on for a moment, then issue a command. If you walk off and say "come", and the dog does not come to you, give a sharp tug. Pulling slowly will cause the chain to tighten and may cause some harm to the dog, while a sharp tug will merely remind them who is boss.Head out for your walk, making sure that the dog is on the right side for the collar to work effectively.
Once you start walking, if the dog pulls, give him a sharp pull back to you. Keep the leash as short as you need, Dog Tip Products, to in order for him to stay right beside you. The more lead you give him, the more he will take, and this will make him believe that he is the leader and will cause more problems.Once you are walking, if he gets distracted and starts looking around, give him a little tap with your heel on his buttocks. This will not hurt him, but is meant to simulate what dogs do when they are in a pack.
Patrick Solomon is a dog lover and specializes in beginning and advanced dog training methods. Learn how to effectively train your dog by taking his free dog training course at http://www.FreeDogTrainingCourse.com.
Five Dog Grooming Tips and Tricks
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First, be sure to comb or brush the dog's coat to remove any tangles. Doing this will also help to prevent his, Dog Tip Products, fur from further snarling during the bath. This should be done gently enough so that it is not painful, but firmly enough to reach all the way down to the skin.Next, in a sink or tub (depending on the size of your dog) wet him down with a sprayer or container using lukewarm water. Now, using a shampoo designed for dogs, apply enough shampoo to work the dog's fur into a lather.
Gently wash his entire coat, carefully avoiding the eyes and ears. Cotton balls can be carefully inserted into his ears to prevent water from getting into them. Rinse his coat thoroughly, leaving no trace of soap. A nice addition would be a conditioner that is also made for dogs, which would need to be completely rinsed out as well.After bathing, gently towel-drying the dog's coat will remove excess wetness. Blow-drying will give him an even softer, fluffier coat, but be sure to do this at a low temperature and fan setting.
Gently brush out his coat again.The next tip for grooming your dog is to check his nails to see if they need to be trimmed. Trim the nails within two millimeters of the quick, but be careful to not clip into the quick as the dog's nail will, Dog Tip Products, bleed and this will be painful.Finally, you can give your dog a trim or a whole new look with many of the hair clipping tools available on the market. To give a cut to suit a particular breed you can refer to cutting guides available on the web or there are books for this purpose as well.
Gently wash his entire coat, carefully avoiding the eyes and ears. Cotton balls can be carefully inserted into his ears to prevent water from getting into them. Rinse his coat thoroughly, leaving no trace of soap. A nice addition would be a conditioner that is also made for dogs, which would need to be completely rinsed out as well.After bathing, gently towel-drying the dog's coat will remove excess wetness. Blow-drying will give him an even softer, fluffier coat, but be sure to do this at a low temperature and fan setting.
Gently brush out his coat again.The next tip for grooming your dog is to check his nails to see if they need to be trimmed. Trim the nails within two millimeters of the quick, but be careful to not clip into the quick as the dog's nail will, Dog Tip Products, bleed and this will be painful.Finally, you can give your dog a trim or a whole new look with many of the hair clipping tools available on the market. To give a cut to suit a particular breed you can refer to cutting guides available on the web or there are books for this purpose as well.
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Dog Training Tips
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The worst thing about having a dog is the training part. Just, Dog Tip Products, imagine how bad an untrained dog is. An untrained dog could litter anywhere in your house. This gives you're a house a foul odor that is pretty difficult to figure out where it is coming from. Aside from that untrained dogs could be so active that your house may turn into a mess. All of these things could all be avoided though with proper training. Proper training or disciplining your dog can help lessen the hassles.
However training a dog is no easy task too. A dog may be smart for an animal but it will still take time and hard work to get your, Dog Tip Products, dog trained. Here are some things that make your dog's training be more effective though.A dog will become more trained and disciplined if what you are doing becomes a daily ritual. Making the training very ritualistic will make the dog remember the training slowly. So it is important to train your dog daily. You would need to sacrifice a few weeks of doing this to get your dog trained.
When doing this, it is better to make daily short sessions compared to a weekly long one.When training the dog, it is best not to use harshness that much. Instead try to use love and appreciation. If your dog follows the things you ask him or her to do give a doggy treat. Don't give the treat until the task is done. Try doing this whenever you have free time during your day.Remember that you are talking to dog. When training a dog give simple commands, don't give complex commands such as "prepare me dinner" or "wash your own ass" while the training is still at an early stage.
It's better to give simple commands such as sit and come.Try not to confuse your dog when training. Only use one word for one action. I.e., when eating try to only say "eat" not "chow". Try to use different words for every different action you'd want your dog doing.When training a dog you and your family must be on the same page. You may be training your dog to stop digging at the garden. But your son still says it's ok to the dog. When this happens the training may just be useless. So when training a dog, it's best to have the family members cooperating.
However training a dog is no easy task too. A dog may be smart for an animal but it will still take time and hard work to get your, Dog Tip Products, dog trained. Here are some things that make your dog's training be more effective though.A dog will become more trained and disciplined if what you are doing becomes a daily ritual. Making the training very ritualistic will make the dog remember the training slowly. So it is important to train your dog daily. You would need to sacrifice a few weeks of doing this to get your dog trained.
When doing this, it is better to make daily short sessions compared to a weekly long one.When training the dog, it is best not to use harshness that much. Instead try to use love and appreciation. If your dog follows the things you ask him or her to do give a doggy treat. Don't give the treat until the task is done. Try doing this whenever you have free time during your day.Remember that you are talking to dog. When training a dog give simple commands, don't give complex commands such as "prepare me dinner" or "wash your own ass" while the training is still at an early stage.
It's better to give simple commands such as sit and come.Try not to confuse your dog when training. Only use one word for one action. I.e., when eating try to only say "eat" not "chow". Try to use different words for every different action you'd want your dog doing.When training a dog you and your family must be on the same page. You may be training your dog to stop digging at the garden. But your son still says it's ok to the dog. When this happens the training may just be useless. So when training a dog, it's best to have the family members cooperating.
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