Category Archives: Behaviour
Afraid of storms?
Everytime we have a wild storm – and we’ve had plenty this season - dogs come to us with injuries from escaping their yards, destroying the garden and getting involved in accidents. Some dogs panic as soon as the sky darkens and the wind … Continue reading
Tips for training success
Use your pup’s name before every command to attract her attention. She then knows that the commands are meant for her. If she doesn’t obey, consider why not: Have you got her attention? Do not shout. Try clapping, making a … Continue reading
Discouraging biting
All puppies play bite and mouth their owners and other pets in the family. Discourage it because it will continue into adulthood and become painful and unpleasant. If your pup bites you too hard, even accidentally, stop playing, say “no” … Continue reading
Good mealtime manners
Manners maketh dog – as well as man! Good mealtime manners are vital to a healthy relationship between you and your dog. Teach your pup to hold a sitting position while a bowl of food is placed on the ground … Continue reading
Teaching your pup to heel
Walking well on a lead is the most valuable skill your pup will ever learn. Enjoyable outings depend on your dog following you and not dragging you around. If your dog pulls ahead stand still until the lead goes loose … Continue reading
Teaching your dog to stay
The key to succeeding with the “stay” command is to make small steps of success and not giant leaps of failure! Break the exercise into three components – distance, duration and distraction. Add one at a time and build on … Continue reading
How to teach your dog to come to you
Only ever use “come” in connection with a positive experience. If you punish a pup after saying “come” he will run away instead of coming when you call. Teach “come” in a quiet, safe place like your backyard or hallway. … Continue reading
How to teach sit and drop
Sit Sitting is a dog’s way of saying “please”. Your dog should sit before a meal or before crossing the road. Start by holding a small piece of food near his nose so he can sniff or lick but not … Continue reading
Principles of training your puppy
Training makes your pup an enjoyable member of your family. Build on the puppy party foundation by taking your dog to obedience school or adolescent classes. Training your puppy should be fun for you both – don’t turn it into … Continue reading
Your puppy’s first weeks
A puppy’s world is turned upside down when you take her away from her litter mates and parents. Her mother guided her behaviour and her siblings helped her sort out the rules for life. She was used to her environment … Continue reading
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