| 451 | How To Build "The Bond" With Your Dog Preview: Building the bond with your dog is really quite easy. If you recognize that you have a relationship with your dog, then building the bond comes down to nothing more than increasing the strength of that relationship. And as with any relationship, building a bond requires: 1.) Spending quality time together. 2.) Getting out in the world and experie... (more) Published By: Adam G. Katz Submitted: 25 January,2005 |
| 452 | The Pro's Never Yell Or Scream Commands At Their Dog Preview: I never yell at my dog. Never. Well, okay. There's one exception. And that exception is if: I'm already working with the dog at such a far distance that he can't audibly hear me. And usually this is the case only if I'm teaching the dog to respond to hand signals. Why don't I ever raise my voice if I'm working with my dog, otherwise? Because the ... (more) Published By: Adam G. Katz Submitted: 25 January,2005 |
| 453 | SOME ADVICE ON CITRONELLA NO-BARK COLLARS Preview: Dear Adam: I have a client who has just adopted a dog. The dog is adjusting to its new apt., but is barking a bit when the owner leaves. A friend of hers has lent a citronella collar for her to try. My question is: Is there any health concerns with using the collar in terms of the spray getting in the eyes or lungs? I would love to hear about pe... (more) Published By: Adam G. Katz Submitted: 25 January,2005 |
| 454 | If You Own Two Dogs, Can You Control Who’s The Alpha Dog? Preview: Dear Mr. Katz: I have two cocker spaniels that are one year apart. The red and white female (Cassie)is almost two and spayed. The buff male (Peanut) is just one 1 years old and neutered. Peanut was rescued from a cocker shelter in October of 1999. He is incredibly devoted, a very good listener and quick learner. He is the ideal dog as he is very ... (more) Published By: Adam G. Katz Submitted: 25 January,2005 |
| 455 | Some Advanced Dog Training Points you should know about CONDITIONING YOUR DOG Preview: Akeisha wrote to me with some very good questions. I’ve included her letter (and my responses) below: [Akeisha] Hi its Akeisha again. I do see what you mean if it is on all the time the dog will soon forget it is on and then will behave regardless. Ok, so the dog never wears a buckle collar again? This is what irks me. I want to be able to contro... (more) Published By: Adam G. Katz Submitted: 25 January,2005 |
| 456 | How To Fix Problems With The “Fetch” or “Bring” Command. Preview: Hello Adam: I have a chocolate Labrador Retriever (very active) that is being trained (in OPEN class now) and he seems to be regressing since we are working on retrieving. He retrieves very well with the dumbbell, etc., but other dogs in the class do not. And they bring toys for their retrieval work. My problem is that my dog is just "overcome"... (more) Published By: Adam G. Katz Submitted: 25 January,2005 |
| 457 | On Missing The Imprint Stage Of Puppyhood Preview: Dear Adam: [From a previous e-mail which questioned why I recommend that dog owners don't try to train their dogs in a group class setting] Yes, I understand about the imprint stages [two week stages from birth to 4 months of age in which a small amount of exposure will have a lasting affect on the dog's socialization to it's surroundings] but ... (more) Published By: Adam G. Katz Submitted: 25 January,2005 |
| 458 | HOW TO TEACH THE “SEND AWAY”! Preview: Hello Adam. I would firstly like very much to thank you for the fantastic information in the book! Wow! It has made the training of our new dog so much easier than I could possibly expect! I live on a small farm in Victoria Australia and am currently in the process of training our new dog "Toby"(a border collie). I think we maybe have a head start... (more) Published By: Adam G. Katz Submitted: 25 January,2005 |
| 459 | How To Stop Your Dog From Digging Holes In Your Garden Preview: First, I need to figure out when he is digging. Since I know the dog and his lifestyle, I can rule out several factors such as boredom or puppyhood or gophers, etc... I noticed that every time he would start digging holes he was in the yard playing with a friend's dog, unsupervised. So, I first need to MAKE SURE that it was ACTUALLY MY DOG that w... (more) Published By: Adam G. Katz Submitted: 25 January,2005 |
| 460 | Using A Clicker Vs Traditional Approach... The Flawed "Clicker Training Methodology! Preview: There are two points you must recognize: 1.) You CAN train a dog using a traditional approach AND use the clicker. It depends on your style, but yes... I've had very good results using the clicker as an event marker, and for getting the dog to understand a new behavior... especially a more complex behavior. However, THIS IS ONLY USED DURING THE ... (more) Published By: Adam G. Katz Submitted: 25 January,2005 |
| 461 | Why Your Puppy Nips - And 5 Ways To Get Him To Stop Preview: Here’s a news flash – puppies nip! Okay, I guess you already knew that. But here’s the surprise – you may actually be encouraging your puppy to nip. Let’s talk about how to stop this behaviour before it grows up to be an adult-sized dog problem. Puppies are a lot like babies – they use their mouths in part to explore their world. Little kids are f... (more) Published By: Adam G. Katz Submitted: 25 January,2005 |
| 462 | How To Choose A Professional Dog Trainer Preview: 1.) Versatility— A good dog trainer will use techniques and training styles which are compatible with your dog’s temperament. Every dog is different, and some dogs respond better to certain approaches. What works for a Rottweiler won’t necessarily work for a Poodle. 2.) Experience— I know people who have been driving an automobile for 30 years an... (more) Published By: Adam G. Katz Submitted: 25 January,2005 |
| 463 | Dog Obediance Tips... Preview: Training your dog can be time consuming and frustrating at times, but it's well worth it. Here are several tips that should help things go much smoother and faster... plus reduce the frustration both you and your dog feel! Conduct "play training" where by the training tasks are made into fun games and your dog's play drive is used as motivation. ... (more) Published By: Daniel Lesser Submitted: 26 January,2005 |
| 464 | Tips on Choosing a Boxer Dog... Preview: An easier and more pleasant journey with your chosen Boxer starts with checking out the parent dogs for unbecoming traits like aggression, hyperactive and extreme shyness. This is easier to do when you get your Boxer from a reputable breeder or from a pet shop that get their animals only from known breeders. Exercise prudence if you are gettin... (more) Published By: Daniel Lesser Submitted: 26 January,2005 |
| 465 | So are you ready for a Boxer Dog?... Preview: An easier and more pleasant journey with your chosen Boxer starts with checking out the parent dogs for unbecoming traits like aggression, hyperactive and extreme shyness. This is easier to do when you get your Boxer from a reputable breeder or from a pet shop that get their animals only from known breeders. Exercise prudence if you are gettin... (more) Published By: Daniel Lesser Submitted: 26 January,2005 |
| 466 | Puppy Basics: Potty-Training, Reprimanding, and Rewards... Preview: Potty Training Your Puppy: Make sure you feed your dog at regular times every day as this makes bathroom breaks regular as well. Feed your puppy 2-3 times a day. As soon as he is finished eating, take him to a grassy "potty area". Speak the words "go potty" or "go in the grass" before and while he is eliminating. Be sure to praise him when he is... (more) Published By: Daniel Lesser Submitted: 26 January,2005 |
| 467 | How to Protect your Dog and Family from Roundworms. Preview: Nearly every puppy in the world is born with roundworms. This is because the roundworm’s larvae are transmitted from the mother to the puppy while it is still in the womb. A female dog can harbor roundworms in her tissue, often making them immune to dewormings. The roundworms then have the opportunity to emerge during pregnancy through the mother... (more) Published By: Jennifer Bryant Submitted: 26 January,2005 |
| 468 | Dog Health Conditions and Terms You Should Know... Preview: Some Dogs like Boxers unfortunately, are prone to several potential health problems such as: - Skin allergy - Food allergy - Cancer - Hip dysphasia - Bloat - Heart ailments - Hypothyroidism - Fleas - Worms Knowing what they are will help you to better monitor your pet's health and to gather the pertinent information, in case of an illne... (more) Published By: Daniel Lesser Submitted: 26 January,2005 |
| 469 | Dog Health Conditions and Terms You Should Know, Part 3... Preview: Continued from part two. Epilepsy/seizure disorder When your Boxer is between 2 to 5 years old, he may develop seizure disorder. When he has an epilepsy attack, he'd be unconscious and may look like he is not breathing but he is. He is not suffering. The information that would be important to your veterinarian regarding such episodes includ... (more) Published By: Daniel Lesser Submitted: 26 January,2005 |
| 470 | Dog Health Conditions and Terms You Should Know... Part 2 Preview: Cryptorchidism is peculiar to male dogs and a condition present at birth. The testicle/s, which developed in the abdomen, fail to descend into the scrotum. The usually underdeveloped and non-functional testicle/s should be removed, as it could turn cancerous later in life. If the condition remains after the puppy is more than 2 months old, then... (more) Published By: Daniel Lesser Submitted: 26 January,2005 |