Dog training tips - do's and dont's


Basics of dog training

Dog Training 101, Basic Training Techniques

Almost all dog owners that have had their dog for 5 years or more have one or more behaviors they would like to change. Before these problems can be changed you really have to be able to understand your dog.


Teaching dogs to sit on command

Teach Your Dog The Sit Command

Teaching your dog the sit command is the cornerstone of good dog behavior. Here's how to teach the sit command so your dog performs it time and time again.




Using Positive Discipline To Train Your Dog

Using Positive Discipline To Train Your Dog

If you have kids then you have most likely heard a lot about positive discipline. The same positive discipline principles apply to raising a puppy, and it works just as well.


Housebreaking puppys

Housebreaking Your New Puppy

To successfully housebreak or house train your puppy, you must commit the time, have a lot of patience, and give consistent, clear commands


Dog travel in a car

Travelling With Your Dog in A Car

Travelling with your dog usually involves more than putting the them in a car and driving off, especially if you will be driving long distances or be away for a long time.


Chewing and digging dogs

Stopping Dogs Chewing and Digging

Many dog owners use punishment to correct problem behavior, however you may find that reinforcing good behavior works better and keeps your dog happier.




Aggressive dogs

Recognizing Aggressive Dogs

Animals may be born with certain dangerous behavioral tendencies. Recognizing these traits while a puppy will go a long way towards a well balanced and well trained adult dog.


Dogs working

Working Dogs

Dogs have a unique position in our lives, as faithful companion and best friend. We usually own them simply because we love them, they need serve no other purpose, however there are dogs who are trained to perform specialized tasks and whose services to man cannot be overlooked.


Dogs leaders

Dogs Need Leaders Too

Dogs have a unique position in our lives, as faithful companion and best friend. We usually own them simply because we love them, they need serve no other purpose, however there are dogs who are trained to perform specialized tasks and whose services to man cannot be overlooked.


Keep fit with your dog

Keep Fit With Your Dog!

Winter's gone, here comes Summer! Time to dust off those jogging shorts and get fit with your dog! Cold weather is no longer an excuse!