Homeschool For Dogs
From time to time in my training articles, I mention treat streaming in dog training. In this article I want to explain exactly what I mean by that. What Is Treat Streaming? “Treat streaming” is a term I use to describe the rapid delivery of treats when establishing a new skill with your dog. Treat streaming …
Treat Streaming In Dog Training – When And How To Do It!Read More
Welcome to your complete guide to the best toys for German Shepherds! Apart from being fun for dogs, toys make great training aids for German Shepherd Dogs. Especially as training progresses. And especially with dogs that love to interact and play with people. The German Shepherd (GSD for short) is a unique breed known for …
Best Toys For German Shepherds – Keeping Them Entertained All DayRead More
Welcome To Your Complete Guide To Choosing The Best Dog Food For Dobermans. Looking At Some Great Options For Doberman Puppies To Adults. Including The Best Wet And Dry Options. When you choose to share your life with a Doberman, you know you have chosen a very special dog breed. These dogs are loving and …
There is a little word, made up of three letters, that has crept into dog training in the last few years. It’s the word ‘cue.’ A cue is a signal that is intended to trigger or initiate a response. When I was a teenager, the only ‘cue’ I had come across was on a snooker …
Is your dog lazy about his ‘sits’? Did his recall die? It is very easy to let your dog’s skills become “extinct.” But extinction in dog training has nothing to do with dinosaurs, and everything to do with the death of all your hard won progress. Extinction often lies at the heart of training problems. …
Extinction In Dog Training – Where Behaviors Go To DieRead More
Professional dog trainer Jo Laurens shares her thoughts on dealing with a dog that is too pushy with other dogs. There is a behavior problem lurking in the dog world, which may not have a name. We’ll refer to it as the problem of over friendly dogs. I’m going to describe it, to be sure …
Welcome to our complete guide to the best shampoo for German Shepherd dogs. We’ll give you all the information you need to pick the right shampoo for your pup. German Shepherd dogs are amazing! Of course, if you already own a lovable German Shepherd (or you’re considering one) then you already know this! So now …
Best Shampoo For German Shepherd Dogs – Our Top Picks!Read More
One of the more popular crossbreeds, the Puggle is a mix between the loving Pug and the curious Beagle. This hybrid will weigh from 14 to 30 pounds, and can grow up to 15 inches. However, the flat face and screw tail of the Pug parent can bring with it some serious health issues, including …
Puggle – Is The Beagle Pug Mix Your Perfect Pet Puppy?Read More
Welcome to one of many popular dog games: “4 Paws in a Box.” Like most tricks, this game doesn’t just entertain your dog. The purpose of this trick is twofold. It is aimed at teaching the trainer how to shape new behavior. It is also aimed at teaching the dog how to earn rewards by …
People often get confused about the concept of “fading rewards” in dog training. When we begin teaching a new skill, we reward the dog each and every time he gets it right. But, over time, to ensure that the new skill is maintained, many trainers make rewards more intermittent or occasional. We often refer to this …
