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Tired Dog Wandered into my Yard!

NJDogFan — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 23:40:32 +0000

I found this very interesting story about how a tired-looking dog and how he wandered into this person’s home for several weeks straight and stayed with him for an hour nap every time. It’s not everyday that you hear such a story. If any of you have interesting stories of dogs and want to share them with us, feel free to comment below! Read below to learn more about this wonderful story!

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What It Takes To Properly Train Your Dog?

NJDogFan — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 09:27:42 +0000

Properly Train You Dog with This Advice! If you’ve never trained a dog before, it may seem like a daunting task. There are a ton of resources out there, and it could make you wonder where to start! Read on for some simple, basic tips arranged to help you get started. To teach or reinforce good behavior, you might try to introduce them to clicker training. Using a clicker is as simple as showing your dog that good things happen when the clicking noise is heard. For the first few days, use the clicker when giving a treat. In short order, the animal will have a pleasant association with the clicking sound, and the clicker will be very helpful in conveying what is considered to be proper conduct. Dogs tend to concentrate on one thing to the exclusion of everything else unless that concentration is interrupted. If you do it enough times, your dog will wait for your signals instead of focusing on other things. While it is possible to train many types of dogs together, depending on their personality, it may be impossible if you have two dogs. If your dogs fight or goof off instead of paying attention, [...]

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Training Your Dog With A Few Key Tips…

NJDogFan — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 22:20:37 +0000

Key Tips to Dog Training 101: Every dog needs to be trained in the right way to behave, and deterred from bad behavior. This article is designed to get you started on training your dog properly. You want to mentally stimulate your dog in order to keep it healthy and happy. Among some of the best things for your dog are plenty of strolls in the neighborhood, chew toys and rawhide bones. Bored dogs won’t stay that way long; they will quickly entertain themselves by destroying your house. If you will be away from the house for an extended period, leaving the dog alone when you are gone, take him on a long, vigorous walk before you leave. This should tire him out a little. He will better handle the separation from you when he is tired and needs rest. Be sure to feed your dog healthy foods and treats. If your dog isn’t getting what he needs from his diet, he will have a hard time concentrating during training. Not only is it unhealthy, it can affect the way they behave. Something as easy as proper nutrition can make a dog more obedient. Get your dog prepared for early [...]

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Training Your Dog To Be Well Behaved & Fun!

NJDogFan — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 15:11:56 +0000

Well Behaved Dog Training Advice 101: There are various reasons why dogs are trained. Dogs can be trained for pleasure, hunting, work, or protection. Dogs are usually very eager to please their masters. This willingness also makes dogs an ideal family pet. This article will help you with effective ways to train your dog whatever the reason. You do not want to use wee-wee pads when potty training your dog. The wee-wee pads leak, and leave enzymes from urine and feces behind. They can also convince your dog that anything similar in appearance is also an acceptable surface to use for bathroom purposes. Instead, make your dog always go outside. To be successful when you are training your dog, you need to find out why your dog does the things it does! You are learning about your dog, what he likes, what works and what does not. Try all kinds of different techniques and exercises, and make sure to always encourage your dog with positive reinforcement and love. The happier your dog is, the better he will perform for you. Crating is a viable strategy for teaching your dog. To make training more effective, consistency is the key. If you’re [...]

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Training Your Dog in NJ, Simply And Easily!

NJDogFan — Sat, 04 Aug 2012 17:07:33 +0000

NJ Dog Training 101 Tricks & Tips! Every dog needs to be trained in the right way to behave, and deterred from bad behavior. This article is helpful for learning how to properly train your canine. Set your dog up for success when training him to stop chewing inappropriate items. You also need to make sure that you keep your pet away from objects that could hurt him if chewed. Things like brushes, small toys and nylons are common things around the house that pose a choking hazard. Even the most well-trained dog is still a dog; remember how important it is to provide him with outlets to engage in natural, canine behaviors. A good diet and plenty of exercise are crucial to keeping any dog healthy and happy. A wise tip in canine training is to always call the dog by his rightful name, rather than using any nickname or other deviation. You will have more control over an obedient, well-trained animal. Call your dog’s name as much as ten times a day, until you get a reaction right away. In addition, you should never punish your dog for coming to you when you call its name. Unless breeding [...]

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Top 7 Tips For A Well Trained Dog!

NJDogFan — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 09:51:25 +0000

Seven Important Tips for Dog Training! All dogs have a temperament that should be taken into account when training. Someone with a good grasp of these universal doggy traits should be able to successfully train almost any sort of dog. To cultivate that important understanding of the canine attitude, one could do a lot worse than to review the following tips. When dog training, assign a particular word or action to each behavior. Training sessions achieve better results when a dog is able to connect a certain word or action to a behavior. It is important to be consistent in your training program. Establish a short list of vocabulary associated with communicating with your dog. The first thing you should do when training a puppy is teach him his name. Repeat the name as much as possible, and reward your puppy when he responds. These are the commands your dog should learn before anything else. Try to spend a good amount of time with your new dog. This will make him easier to train later. The younger a dog is, the easier it is to train. Getting an early jump on training can have many numerous positive effects. When you [...]

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Key Steps To Training Your Dog Correctly!

NJDogFan — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 06:34:41 +0000

Dog Behavior Correcting with Key Dog Training Tips! When you choose a dog from an animal rescue, its behavior may be quite a bit more subdued at the shelter than it will be once it settles into your home. Don’t worry, with proper techniques even the worst dog can learn to be well behaved. Gradual increments are easiest on your dog when going through crate training. Once he is comfortable walking in and out of the crate, try quietly closing the door and offering him a biscuit through the wires. Start off with small periods, for example 10 seconds or so, and gradually increase crate time. If your puppy gets upset, then you may need to slow down and have more patience with them. Triggers that tend to instigate inappropriate behavior in your dog can be diverted by redirecting his attention. For example, if your dog doesn’t behave well around other dogs, provide positive distractions when you move past other canines during outings. You will see that your dog will have a better relationship with other dogs if you do this. The daily training sessions with your dog should be fun. Taking some time to have fun with your dog [...]

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How To Effectively And Efficiently Train Your Dog?

NJDogFan — Sun, 29 Jul 2012 16:26:50 +0000

Effective Dog Training Techniques For Anyone! The dog that you have just adopted may seem less like Lassie, and more like Cujo. You can do just a little training, and you will see that your dog will be a better dog in no time. When dogs bite, it is usually from fear. This happens when dogs feel frightened, trapped, or threatened. Never use physical punishment as a way to discipline your dog. The dog could get frightened and bite you. He wants to make you happy; he sees you as his leader. When training your dog never punish him; doing so will only make him be resistant to any further training. Your training efforts should be to prevent bad behavior. Teach your dog what constitutes inappropriate behavior, and what is an acceptable behavior. You should teach your dog and talk to him during training sessions. Training is the time to build your relationship in a positive way. Always be consistent when you are training your dog. Write down the specific commands you want to use with your dog, and get everyone in your household to review the list and use the same words. Make sure the whole household is being [...]

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Need To Know Tools Of The Dog Training Trade!

NJDogFan — Sat, 28 Jul 2012 09:55:54 +0000

Dog Training Tools You Should Know! Dogs are not little humans and shouldn’t be treated as such. They think differently than people and should not be talked to as intellectual equals. People who expect dogs to be puzzle masters will soon be disappointed. However, you are about to learn how to properly treat your dog so you can train it. If you’ve noticed that specific things trigger your dog’s bad behavior, then keep it busy when that thing is occurring, so your dog can’t concentrate on it. For instance, if your dog reacts negatively to other dogs, you need to keep his focus on you as you come into contact with them. By doing this, he will start to see that good things can happen even when he sees that stimuli. Your dog should always feel safe during any type of training. They will act bad if they do not feel safe. To prevent this, make sure that your dog is always in a safe environment. Whenever you want your dog’s attention, use its name. To train your dog, you need a certain level of control. Getting them used to their name and coming when you call will help you [...]

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The Novices Guide To Dog Training!

NJDogFan — Fri, 27 Jul 2012 20:46:25 +0000

Dog Training Advice for Newbies! There are many different things a dog can be trained to do. Some dogs are trained to protect, some to hunt, work, or just for pleasure. Dogs love to make their owners happy. For this reason, they are pets that are ideal. Help your dog reach its full potential by applying the following training advice. Everyone in the family should be encouraged to maintain consistency with the commands used to train the dog. Make sure everyone is on the same page with command words; if the command for being quiet is “quiet,” don’t let anyone use “stop barking.” Using consistent commands all the time from every person who trains the dog will make training much less confusing for the dog. Have a blast during each training session with your dog. Your dog will bond with you the more fun you have together, and this helps the dog give a positive response. In addition to your daily training sessions, take time out for simple play. Make this uncomplicated and fun for your dog. Punishment is an ineffective tool for training your dog. Try to make every attempt to prevent any bad behavior before it happens, but [...]

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