We all want a well behaved dog; especially if you have children, neighbors, family, and possibly a girl/guy friend. So what are the basics to a good dog?
There are many things every dog should know, but sadly as we all know there are a lot of things
(that are very important) that most dogs don't know.
What it all comes down to is the trust an bond you have with your dog,
Remember, a good dog doesn't do tricks, a good dog listens and obeys out of respect not fear or dominance.
There are many things every dog should know, but sadly as we all know there are a lot of things
(that are very important) that most dogs don't know.
What it all comes down to is the trust an bond you have with your dog,
Remember, a good dog doesn't do tricks, a good dog listens and obeys out of respect not fear or dominance.
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The 1st "No" is not "NO!" and "Yes" should be "YES!!"
When we first get our dogs we like to make sure they know who's boss. "No!" This word is thrown around very loosely around dogs.
My belief is "No!" should be "No." Firm and calm, not controlling and angry.
Don't be fooled into thinking 'My dog is an ancestor of the wolf therefore i need to dominate him.'
We domesticated dogs to work with us, so why are we so convinced that they don't want to respect us and listen to us?
Dogs where created to do work on our behalf, any dog that is misbehaving is crying out for you to pay attention and to listen.
There are very few cases where you do need to tend to the dog's behavior due to abuse and sociological damage; i seen several dogs with this problem their owners are very pleased with the work I've done.
Once you begin to work with your dog you must give the right responses.
for example:
let's say you are trying to teach your dog the "Down" command.
Instead of down, your dog sits.
Do not ever use "No." EVER! "No" is for when your dog has and accident on your carpet, not for a wrong command.
Once your dog does the command right it's not. "Yes"
You need to freak out (positively) with praise. "Yes" needs to be "YESS!! WHAT A GOOD DOG!!!!" then a thousand kisses.
That way your dog is extremely sure of what it is you want him to do.
When we first get our dogs we like to make sure they know who's boss. "No!" This word is thrown around very loosely around dogs.
My belief is "No!" should be "No." Firm and calm, not controlling and angry.
Don't be fooled into thinking 'My dog is an ancestor of the wolf therefore i need to dominate him.'
We domesticated dogs to work with us, so why are we so convinced that they don't want to respect us and listen to us?
Dogs where created to do work on our behalf, any dog that is misbehaving is crying out for you to pay attention and to listen.
There are very few cases where you do need to tend to the dog's behavior due to abuse and sociological damage; i seen several dogs with this problem their owners are very pleased with the work I've done.
Once you begin to work with your dog you must give the right responses.
for example:
let's say you are trying to teach your dog the "Down" command.
Instead of down, your dog sits.
Do not ever use "No." EVER! "No" is for when your dog has and accident on your carpet, not for a wrong command.
Once your dog does the command right it's not. "Yes"
You need to freak out (positively) with praise. "Yes" needs to be "YESS!! WHAT A GOOD DOG!!!!" then a thousand kisses.
That way your dog is extremely sure of what it is you want him to do.
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So first i'd get a gentle leader harness for him. When he sees an object remain completely calm and put him in a down and step on the lead. No matter how much he struggles or the looks you get by passing people this will help him.
Kneel down to his level (still stepping on the lead) and give the command watch me. If he doesn't look it's no big deal just wait until he does. It could take a while. The moment he looks in even your general direction, click and give him tons of praise.
Don't get up and start to walk again until he his relaxed, and yes that can take a while. It isn't an unusual behavior I see it alot. My own personal dog a little dachshund has this same problem.
Dispite his size he's very strong. He wouldn't take any treat in public so we did a lot of indoor work. He's at the point now (after 9 years) were he'll only take a treat outdoor while in the front yard or backyard.
Some dogs are funny that way. However the gentle leader harness broke his pulling problem pretty fast and helped with his training a lot.
I wish you luck and write me back upon a how it goes.
Also that youtube channel; Kikopup. She's an amazing trainer i encourage you to watch some of her videos. Also for training on distractions look up "dog friendly dog training" by Ian Dunbar.
Good luck!
Just be gentle and be positive and over time he'll get the message that only by being calm does he get what he wants.
Baiting a dog and walking is a very simple tool that can lead to an easy relationship and understanding between you can your dog. It also assits into an extremely easy transition into off lead agility.
I also said i disagree with the use of flat collar, even though my own dogs have one on all the time. I simply prefer off lead walking unless required to have a lead.
The only devices i truely disagree with are dominance devices.
I now use just a collar and she doesn't pull at all. She is a very loving and loyal dog. Second Blue Heeler I've had.
Otherwise this is fairly simple. When you meet her or whenever she would normally jump on you. You should remain calm and have her come towards you, until she is at your legs. You can pull her towards you by using her collar, then kneel down to her level. That's what a lot of people don't understand your dog is jumping on you because she wants your face next to hers. It's a sign of respect in dogs to nuzzle eachother. If you watch how dogs greet eachother it's always face first.
Meet her like this until she no longer feels the need to jump up on you, because she knows you will come meet her when you are able to. She just needs to learn that you will pay attention to her, when you are ready. And it's important to remember to say hello or else she will jump more to get your attention.
Never say no to jumping. She just doesn't know another way to greet you and so jumping seems like a good idea.