How to better use dog obedience commands
Obedience will teach your dog focus and self-restraint while making him better behaved. It is also a great way to stimulate your dog mentally.
DOG TRICK: Bone game for dogs
By Guest Dog Blogger, Spike Hi all, Spike here Today I thought I’d teach you an easy trick which can be the foundation for a variety of other tricks. It’s called give paw or shake. I like it because there’s food involved (and it can be fun). To start the trick your dog will need…
How Did He Learn Dog Obedience Like That?
Are you that parent that wishes your dog would “stay” on command? Then consider hiring a professional dog trainer to assist you.
Great lessons can be learned by children who train a dog
by Guest Dog Blogger, Spike When a family gets a dog it’s a big moment. When a child gets a pet it can be life changing. The child is now responsible for the needs of an animal that will challenge them as well as be a loyal friend and companion. The dog and child will…
Training a Deaf Puppy Can Be Challenging, But Not Impossible
By Spike, dog blogger, Hi, all! This is Spike and I’d like to start off by saying congratulations to those of you who made the very smart decision to adopt a puppy! Now, let’s….wait, what’s that? You say your puppy is deaf and you don’t know how you’re going to train him? Oh, that’s no…
Your Puppy and Tone of Voice: Should You Alter Your Voice When Training?
Congratulations on bringing an intelligent little puppy into your home who’s more than happy that you’ve provided him a home. But why is he suddenly reacting differently to certain tones of voice in your family? It seems that he acts afraid when some of the deep-voiced males in the family speak. Regardless, your puppy isn’t…
Just How Many Words Will Your Puppy Learn?
Man’s best friend, yes, indeed. Your “go to” source when you want your secrets kept, a source of encouragement, a workout buddy. No matter how big or how small we four-legged companions are, we’re usually the ones giving and giving. Yeah, we’re pretty incredible. On the other hand, have you ever asked yourself, “just how…
Training for the life of your dog
by Guest Blogger, Sean Roschie, If you are looking for an opportunity to sharpen up your dogs commands or just looking for some peace of mind for the life of your dog, Acme Canine is now offering what we like to call the “Maintenance Meet-Up”. Every third Sunday, starting July 21, Acme Canine will have…
Getting your puppy through the “chew stage”
By Guest Dog Blogger, Spike Aren’t puppies great? Some of my best friends are puppies. There’s nothing better than watching a little fur ball rolling around the floor, unless of course, you have two. Eventually though, they all reach the “Chew Stage”, a dog’s version of the “terrible two’s”. This is when the little ones…
5 Things to Know Before Taking Your Puppy to a Public Dog Park
Dog parks are resources that can be beneficial for you and your dog, but only if you know what to expect. As dog parks continue to pop up in communities, it’s important to understand the etiquette – both for you and your pet. Here are a few things to know before taking tour pet to…
Is your dog blind? You can still teach him obedience.
By Guest Dog Blogger, Spike Hi! This is Spike here. I want to talk with you today about dog training with a blind dog. My eyes are good for now, but some of my friends aren’t so lucky. And any dog’s sight may decline with age, especially if he gets cataracts. These are some tips…
What is the right puppy for you?
By Guest Dog Blogger, Spike So, I hear you are looking for a new puppy. I think it is great. Having a dog (or I guess a cat) is a wonderful addition to any family. Studies show that people are happier when they have a four-legged friend. But before you go out and pick the…
Dog Training Hints from Spike
Hi, it’s me, Spike. I know you’re doing your best, but I wanted to use my blog to give you a few suggestions about dog training. Just some things that would make life easier for your dog… The first one is when you teach your puppy or dog “down” he learned to lay down, wherever…
Dog Training 201: Introducing Your Dog To The New Baby
Hello again, everyone, Spike here for Acme Canine with some important information for new parents. Having your first baby causes a lot of changes in your house, and sometimes those changes can make life pretty rough on us dogs. So today I’m going to give you some tips that will help you make the transition…
I Love You, But I Need Puppy Training
By Guest Dog Blogger, Spike Hey, everyone! Spike, here. I remember when I was just a young pup. Ah…those were the days! Everything was brand new. Life looked like a playground just waiting to be explored. I’ll have to admit that I caused a lot of problems in those early days for my owner before…
Preparing your dog for baby
With a baby on the way what preventative measures can parents-to-be take to encourage Bowser to accept the new addition to their family? The answer requires preparation and training. If a dog has never been around babies before they may not look at a baby as a human. To insure their baby’s safety, owners need…
3 steps to introducing your dog to a new puppy
By Dog Blogger, Spike Hello there, folks. It’s me, Spike. Today, I wanted to talk to you about an interesting conversation I had in the dog park the other day. It has to do with introducing your dog to a new dog or puppy. One of my old pals, Shorty, was telling me that…
UNBIASED examples of Operant Conditioning
UNBIASED EXAMPLES OF OPERANT CONDITIONING. (1) Rover goes to eat a treat and you cover it with your hand and say LEAVE IT. Explanation: This is operant conditioning because the behavior is voluntary and it was followed with a consequence. The behavior is going for a treat and it should decrease in this example. The…
Being off leash is NOT breed specific
Having the ability to walk with your dog off leash at your side is probably one of the more fulfilling aspects of dog ownership. And it is not breed specific!
The Petting of a Dog
Reward is an integral part of training, and there are many ways in which a dog can be rewarded. While food or treats may seem like the easiest way to reward your dog for good behavior, it may not always be the best or most effective way. Food can have limitations as a reward. Does…
DOG TRICK: Teaching your dog Fetch
Most dogs are born with a natural instinct to retrieve or fetch. Playing fetch with your dog helps release pent-up energy your dog may have. Here’s how to do it.
Dog Training Glossary: What Do Dog Training Terms Mean?
If you’ve ever taken dog training classes, the meaning of these words and expressions may not be obvious. This article should help clarify the meanings.
Cracking The “How A Dog Learns” Code
A dog learns in three phases By Laura Pakis, Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Blogger, There are actually three “phases” of learning for a dog; the learning phase is the first stage, then a reinforcement phase where the dog is “re- taught” the command in a variety of different settings and the final stage, the…
Why No Dog Should be an Obedience School Drop Out
If each dog is unique in personality and temperament, then how can using only one training method be successful with all dogs?
Relationship: the Hidden Motivator
The moment we start teaching the dog, we are presented with a problem. How do we get the dog interested in learning what we are going to teach?
Walking with your dog unleashed
Having the ability to walk with your dog unleashed at your side is probably one of the more fulfilling aspects of dog ownership.
Socializing your Puppy
Socialization is the process of developing relationships with other living beings, people, animals and objects.
Training Your Dog Without Treats
A variety of dog training methods will help dogs change behaviors or become reliable in a working situation.
Pack socialization technique
One of the biggest problems facing suburban and urban canines is the lack of proper socialization. That’s why Chad Mackin created Pack to Basics.
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