Puppy biting is a vital part of dog development. Do not stop them from mouthing until you’ve trained them to have a gentle mouth. Then they won’t get into trouble by hurting other people or dogs.
“Off” is a crucial command. You don’t want your dog to constantly lick, mouth or paw your hand, just because your holding a treat. It’s easy to do, start with a second, then reward progressively longer durations.
Your dog NEEDS to pee and poop, there’s simply no way to avoid it! The solution of course is teaching your dog when and where to go. The only way to prevent mistakes and put potty on cue is regular confinement sessions.
Puppy problems are serious business. If you don’t take the time to properly train your puppy with basic manners, there’s a good chance they’ll end up at a shelter.
Off leash following requires mental control. Without any treats you can use your voice and energy to keep your puppy happily following by your side. If a 7-year old can do it, you can too!
If your dog isn’t the most energetic, you may have to work harder to get them excited and motivated for training. If they’re lazy, praise them enthusiastically!
Body Positions are the foundation of dog training. You’ll need at least three positions: Sit, Stand & Down, if you want to get anywhere with dog training.
Most owners ignore their dog’s good behavior and punish their bad behavior. In All or None Reward Training, we do the opposite, ignoring the bad and rewarding the good.
This exercise is all about building off-leash control of your dog. It rewards your dog for coming when called, sitting and having their collar taken, which makes them very easy to catch. The alternative is a dog that runs away when you go to take it’s collar.