Introducing Fig – our dog who has volunteered to test the dog training manual
Posted by Dog Training Manual on June 1st, 2009 at 1:17 pm
There is no doubt in my mind that you really have to take the time and train your dog using a dog training manual. We have a rescue dog and the use of a dog training manual has helped to settle him into his new life. Using a specific manual provides a consistency of approach which is key to achieving successful results. Dog training manuals come in a whole host of varieties you need to find one that works for you. I am all for positive reinforcement and so my choices are all in this field.
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Dogs in the News
Posted by Dog Training Manual on July 23rd, 2009 at 8:55 pm
Well we are back from a short break and as usual the work has piled up whilst I've been away. Lol I am so totally backlogged it is untrue anyway service should resume as usual next week. Thanks for the emails asking what's up : )
Summer is of course upon us and we are venturing to the countryside in a few weeks so I am currently researching about ticks and will post an article on this issue early next week.
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Five Awesome Games to Play with Your Dog
Posted by Dog Training Manual on July 17th, 2009 at 6:34 pm
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No matter how bad of a day it was, one thing is for certain – your dog is going to be glad to see you when you come home. Play time with your canine friend is both rewarding and mentally healthy – for both of you.
How can you make your time more enjoyable? Most of us play ball with our dogs, or teach them simple tricks so we can impress our friends and neighbors who visit. These simple ideas can become boring over time. Here are some more creative id...
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Interesting Dog News Stories Round Up
Posted by Dog Training Manual on July 13th, 2009 at 9:30 pm
Here are some of the stories in the news that have grabbed my attention this week, Fig and I have had a fairly busy week this week so we haven't managed to get much web surfing in, luckily I am a Telegraph reader! That was one of the saddest moments last week when I was watching the 6pm news and the headline was about the police dogs dying in the car : (
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Dog Training Classes
Posted by Dog Training Manual on July 12th, 2009 at 9:19 pm
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I have always wondered over the necessary of dog training classes.
I have come to the conclusion that it depends entirely on the dog and your routine with him:
If you have a puppy that does not get much socialization during walks then you should probably attend a class alongside your use of a dog training manual. On the other hand if training is going well and your dog is getting to learn through play with other dogs at the park or whilst walking then they are prob...
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For Goodness Sakes Train Your Dog to Stop Barking
Posted by Dog Training Manual on July 11th, 2009 at 1:05 pm
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I cannot believe the amount of people who do not do this. You have to train your dog to stop barking for your sanity and for your neighbors sanity.
There is no need for your dog to be barking excessively if you are taking care of him properly, seeing to his needs routinely and providing him with the companionship and stimulation that he needs.
Dogs will always bark a little, it's there way of communicating but the only reason that they bark exces...
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