Puppies are just beginning to learn their way in the world, and a small amount of trepidation and anxiousness, particularly over new situations, is normal. However, a habitually frightened puppy who is unable to socialize or function in normal settings may have underlying emotional, mental or health problems that require veterinary assistance. Puppy Scared Of …
Dog running up and down the fence line may appear like an innocent behavior, but with time, it can progress into a severe problem that can become more difficult to eradicate. Preventing your dogs from engaging in “the fence running exercise” in the first place is a good management strategy that prevents them from rehearsing …
Training a strong-willed dog can pose a challenge, and requires time and patience. Evaluate your dog’s temperament before setting a training plan. Adjusting your training method to allow for your dog’s temperament can save you both frustration and setbacks. Training A Strong Willed Dog Evaluate Temperament Some breeds were developed to be strong-willed. These dogs …
To stop your pooch from pulling you along during your walks, provide him with rewards to keep him at your side and use training aides, including special collars and harnesses to keep your pooch from pulling in the first place. Some types of leashes can help with training, but the type of leash you use …
Habituation and desensitization are two methods of behavioral training used to reduce a dog’s discomfort with the stimulus of a particular individual, situation or environmental factor. The processes might seem similar on the surface, as they both expose the dog to the incentive to reduce her discomfort. However, while both require the dog to be …
If you’re just beginning with your dog and want to teach him or her some cool dog tricks, then you will prefer to gather all the data you are able to on various methods and approaches. Not all dogs are the same, and so what works for one might not work for another breed. This …