Should My Kids Train Wolfie

We got a dog and I want to make sure that my kids are involved in his training!  First, I dont want him to be my sole responsibility, but I also want to teach my kids responsibility...

We get this question (request) a lot and the answer really depends on the dynamics of the family and the current issues with the dog.  Lets just walk through some scenarios that we have experienced and we will explain what needs to be done.

The kids dont want anything to do with Wolfie:
The first thing that we would do would be to get your kids involved with Wolfie around the house.  

• Ask them to take Wolfies bowl to him at feeding time.  
• Have Wolfie and your kids together with you as you are giving him s treat.  Show your kids how to do that and then ask them to try it too.  
• You can also ask them to "babysit" Woolfie while you are making dinner or on the computer.  You are still in sight of them, but you have given them a chore that involves passive interaction with him.

After they are OK with him, start involving them with come simple commands like COME and SIT.  You do the exercises first and then you invite them to join in.  You are always there to encourage them and guide them when they arent getting the exercise done correctly.  Never let them become angry or hit Wolfie.

As your kids see that Wolfie "will do what they want", it will give them a feeling of accomplishment.  Now, start to move on to other commands like STAY and WALK.  Again, this is all taken slowly and always in an atmosphere of having fun.

Wolfie seems to be a little aggressive and nips at the kids:
Usually we see a dog nipping and automatically label them as "aggressive".  Although we always suggest contacting a professional dog trainer for specific advise, this situation is normally caused by Wolfie demanding attention.

The first thing you have to do is to establish your dominance over Wolfie so that he gives you the respect and focus you require.  Have Wolfie on a leash around your kids.  As soon as he approaches them and begins to nip, correct him and direct him back to you.  You will very quickly notice the proactive signs of Wolfie wanting to nip (get attention) your kids.  Correct him ahead of time.  Wolfie will quickly learn that he cant perform that behavior.

Now, ask your kids to call Wolfie over to them in a calm manner.  Have them pet him and give him treats.  As you see that Wolfie is no longer the one demanding attention and your kids are no longer threatened by Wolfies nipping, you can start with some simple COME and SIT obedience commands.

My kids are small and Wolfie is twice their size:
I dont want the kids training Wolfie in this instance.  They can play with him under controlled visits with you always present.  Under no circumstance do you leave them alone.

The reason that I am so adamant in this situation is that I dont want Wolfie knocking them over.  It isnt that I think that Wolfie is mean or would want to hurt your kids, but they are kids and dogs.  Bumping and falling happens.  When they are small, this could scare them and make them afraid of dogs the rest of their lives.

The bottom line whenever you want your kids involved with your dog is to have them properly socialized first.  Any of the cases that we have discussed above first involves proper socialization so that a level of respect is built between your kids and Wolfie.

As I mentioned above, if you have any concern regarding your kids interaction with your dog, call a professional dog trainer.  You can reach us at http://www.BarkBustersSouthFlorida.com.

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Dog Training Dvds

Dog Training DVD

We had variety of Dog Training DVD which are according to breed and requirement of dog owner. First of all you have to understand what you are looking for in a dog training dvd. It is very important that you get the worth for money we had started this service of providing you the best and selected dog training dvd which you actually required and before that you can have a word with us because one should get the worth of money spend. 

So my friend I m in dog training business since 2007 and I have started it as my hobby and now it becomes my professional work but i feel good when I sell dog training dvd to a costumer because what I have delivered is the best of my knowledge. Never ever hire a trainer for your dog it will be better if you train your dog from the beginning to end. Why i said you this because dog feel that the person who is imparting training is key person to him and he must obey and respect his trainer. When you get training done through trainer your dog respond just for 3 months after that you feel all your money is wasted that why always train your dog ourselves. After knowing the breed of the dog we will tell you the best dog training dvd for you and your dog.

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Meet Dash Training with Distractions

Hi! I am Dash and I am learning a lot. 

Good Day Leapers,

This evening we had the pleasure of working with a cute little fellow named Dash. Leap has been meeting with Dash for a few weeks now, but today we tested his recall/come when called with high distractions... At the dog park.

How do we do that?

Well, we make it into a game. You see, sometimes, we humans only call our dogs while at the dog park when WE are ready to leave. Of course, the dogs are never ready to leave because theyre having way, way too much fun. The trick is to be creative.

Here are some ideas:

1. Run away from the dog. Thats right! If you become the most fun interesting item at the dog park then then your dog is sure to follow you, run after you, and come to you. Do this very often while your dog is at play to try to get their focus back on you.
2. Reward/Praise your dog. Remember to reinforce your dog whenever he/she comes near you, stops by, or even looks at you. This will ensure that the dog is paying attention to you. Yes, we didnt ask them for anything, but dont we want them to do this all the time? You know, come to us? So, this is a good way to shape it. Reward behaviors you want, even if not asked.
3. Practice. Always practice at home or outside of the park first with a leash before adding all these distractions.

Anyway, these are just some quick, easy tips. Im sure you guys have some really good ones: how do you guys get your dogs to come to you while at the dog park?

XOXO LEAP!

Note: every dog is different and not every dog likes dog parks. Please make sure you know your dog very well before taking them to an off leash dog park area. Dog parks can be fun for some, but very stressful place for others.

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How Well Is Your Beauceron Groomed

How Well Is Your Beauceron Groomed?

The reason one should groom his/her Beauceron is simple - your dogs physical state influences the way he feels and the way you look at your dog. Extreme cases, where lack of proper care, cleaning and grooming can directly affect the behavior of your Beauceron, are not rare.

Proper grooming not only infuses a healthy glow to your dogs appearance, but also helps develop his self-esteem; while it makes you a very proud parent, when you show off your Beauceron to others.
The first step involved in dog grooming is: Brushing!

Brushing has been universally acknowledged by expert dog groomers as the single most important step in grooming.

The benefits of brushing are many. To name a few:

• Better blood circulation
• Shinier and healthier coat
• Better bonding

Subscribe to this FREE dog grooming mini course and learn more about brushing and combing and other grooming tools and their applications.

Even if you know how crucial brushing is for your Dogs health and well-being, we all know that there is a right way and a wrong way of doing anything. And without doubt, you would like to do everything the RIGHT way when it comes to your Beauceron.

Yes, theres a method to follow while brushing your Beauceron.

Here are FIVE steps to successfully brushing your Beauceron that will prove to be extremely useful:

• Brush against the growth of the hair first with a slicker brush and then with a medium or wide-toothed comb.
  
  
• The slicker brush removes all the loose hair and the comb takes care of the tangles.
  
  
• Brush your Beauceron along the hair growth and make sure you reach the skin as you brush his way.
  
  
• Then use a flea comb over the coat to get the fleas and remove any remaining tangles. Part the coat and start from the root and then comb through.
  
  
• If your Dogs paw pads are hairy, then clip them using electric clippers. Do not clip the hair in between the pads. Clip only the excess hair.

Brush your Dogs hairs to prevent it from matting. Matting can be a very painful experience.

Regular brushing untangles the matted hairs on your Dogs coat. Since this is a risky job to do, the best way out is to prevent them from forming in the first place. And doing this is simple: just brush and comb your Beauceron regularly. If and when you see any mats or tangles, use a detangle solution and a medium-toothed comb.

Dont wait until your Beauceron is dirty or matted to introduce him to grooming. That would make him associate the experience with unpleasantness. Moreover, many dogs learn to see their routine brushing as an alternate form of petting, i.e. another source of affection and attention.

Subscribe to this FREE dog grooming mini course and start Grooming your Dog all by yourself right from the comfort of your home Today.

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The Mad Dash at the Start of the Walkies

I know that I am probably doing something wrong, but when I take Wolfie out for a walk, he is already crazy because all my other dogs are barking and jumping.  It takes all I can to hold him to get the front door open.  Then he bolts out and the rest of the walk is nuts!

I was out at a client a few weeks ago that I hadnt seen for over a year.  She told me that the reason she hadnt called me for so long was that everything with the training had been great, but that her dog recently started to go nuts anytime he would go for a walk.  This started to happen when they added a new dog to the pack (they now have 5 dogs!).  The new dog had a tendency to get the other dogs crazy and it always happened when a "walkies" was involved.

The problem was really quite simple.  Her dog was at full adrenaline as soon as the door was open and she couldnt regain focus of her dog to maintain the control needed for the walk.  We had to set up a new "exit strategy" that allowed for a calm and focused start of the walk.  What we did was quite simple.

We placed the leash on the dog and everyone went nuts.  That was OK because we then took the dog into the garage (with the garage door closed) by way of the laundry room.  The rest of the "crazy dogs" were left in the house with a family member keeping them busy.  We had the dog sit and stay for the client.  We walked the dog in a circle once or twice and then had him sit again.  He was calm and still and the client had complete control and focus.

Next, while the client firmly held the leash, we opened the garage door.  The dog began to loose focus on the client in favor of "everything outside".  We redirected the dogs focus back to the client with some simple obedience exercises until we again observed that the client had complete control and focus.

Now, we slowly walked the dog to the driveway.  We had him sit and observed his focus.  It was still on the client.  We now began the walk slowly and calmly.  The dog was perfect.

The client exclaimed "Wow!  This is a different dog!".  I explained that he wasnt a different dog, we simply provided the appropriate environment to allow him to give us focus and respect.  We became the leader and he became the follower.  For more information, please contact The Best Dog Trainers in South Florida.

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Todays Lesson featuring Dash How to Train Your Dog with Distractions

Dash training with distractions. 

Hello Leapers,

We recently had the pleasure of training with Dash. Dash, whom we introduced to you before, is working on his basic obedience, but now we are adding distractions to everything he knows.

How do we add distractions?

Before adding distractions we needed to make sure that Dash understood what was being asked and expected of him. We first worked on his cues [sit, stay; watch me, down] in a quiet place. Once Dash learned and understood his cues, we moved to different locations.

When moving to new locations, we must remember that the dog will get confused and he will lose a bit of focus. Well, instead if putting Dash right in front of the distractions we started him about 20 feet away. A safe distance where we know he would succeed. If he succeeded in performing the exercise, just like we practiced in the safe place, we would move closer to the distractions. Of course we rewarded him with praises, yummy treats or by moving away from the distraction.

What do we do if the dog cannot focus?

If your Dog has difficulties performing his cues in the presence of a distractions start again from the beginning. Work on his behaviors in the safety of your house and then slowly transition the dog outside. Theres no reason to get frustrated.

Where are the best places to train your dog with distractions?

One of our favorite places to train with distractions is at the skatepark. We ways start 20 ft away and as the succeeds we move closer; if the dog loses focus we regather and start again at 20 ft.

We also love the kids playground, basketball courts, the outside fence of a school, busy times across the street from a school, and sometimes the outside perimeter of a dog park.

Anyway, these are some ideas and with Dash, we worked by the kids playground and basketball court.

How do you help your dog to train with distractions?

Love,
LEAP!

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Dog Training Fun Ways to Train Your Dog

The thought of dog training can make most people cringe. The hours of work and the constant repetition may seem too much, yet dog training exercises can be enjoyable. Being able to have a well trained dog and have fun in the process is possible. Because dogs have different personalities, an owner may need to try a few methods in order to see how their dog responds best. Reward training is a type of positive reinforcement training. Part of this type of instruction is giving your dog a command and then rewarding for the proper action. Clicker training is one popular example of this. When a dog performs the desired act, the clicker sound gives him the acknowledgment that he did right. When starting the clicker training, the click is followed by a treat. This gives the dog the knowledge that the click is what he wants to hear. After awhile, the treats can be taken out of the equation, and the sound of the clicker is enough reinforcement. Treats are great supports, but a pat on the head or excited voice can also be very important to you dog. This reward training is used for most types of training. If you are using the right kind of treat, for treat based training, your dog will want to spend the time learning. Agility training is a fantastic way to enjoy your dogs education. Most dogs, except for large, heavy ones will enjoy this fun way of exercise, and you might be amazed at the amount of discipline that the dog must learn in order to accomplish this task. An agility course is set up to have the dog go from one obstacle to another in a timely manner. Some of the obstacles might include crawling through a tunnel, jumping over small fences, and climbing over walls, to name a few. The owner stays with the dog, but must only help the dog by giving a dog command, and at the beginning, leash guidance. Through this course, dogs learn to listen to their owner, get exercise, and helps build a teamwork bond between pet and owner. With the popularity of agility training there are more schools using this method, but if you cannot find it in your area, a simple search online to find the appropriate items can set up your backyard. Almost any game can be used to teach your pet. When you are working on obedience training, it is a good idea to intersperse some tricks in the midst. This will help you enjoy the time more which will help your dog relax and learn more easily. Simple tricks like "shake" and "stay" are teaching valuable lessons. In order to "shake" a dog must learn to sit properly. "Stay" is a great command when you have children or elderly people visiting. A well trained dog is the goal of most dog owners, yet many of us stop training after our dog gets beyond the bad manner behaviors. The guidance should not stop there; in finding exercises and games that both we and our dog enjoys will enable us to continue the education and the bonding time with our pet. Obedience classes as well as agility training are available in most areas for all ages of canine. For a wide variety of dog training methods check out http://trainmydognow.com including videos, eBooks, training tools and resources. Just about any training need can be found here whether you have a new puppy or an older dog needing some additional training, so check it out now.

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Dog Training Courses

Owning a dog can be a very rewarding experience for many people. Owning a dog will get you out and about more and is a great way to get fitter as you will have to walk your dog at least a couple of times a day whatever the breed so you will have no excuse for not getting fitter.
But what a lot of people forget is that it is not all fun and games. If you had a dog as a child you have probably forgotten what hard work it was training your dog in the first place and what a lot of time you or most probably your parents had to put into training your dog in the first place.You cant just purchase a dog or puppy and expect them to behave as you wish right from the start. You have to commit a lot of time and effort in training your dog and if you haven’t got the time you really should not be considering getting a dog.
If you do have the time and you really would like to own a dog then you should purchase one of the many dog training courses that are available on the internet today. These dog training courses cover the basic puppy training which every dog will have to go through right up to advanced training for more mature dogs. You can even purchase dog training courses aimed at specific breeds so you can get the right training for your dog.
These dog training courses are usually written by qualified dog trainers who have a wealth of knowledge so you know you are getting the best information available and will help you with the training of your new dog or puppy and make owning a dog a pleasure and not a pain.
One you have a well trained dog he or she will become part of the family and will be a pleasure to own.
So once you have decided that you want to own a dog and you have the time to put in the effort that it takes to own a dog it is well worth considering on of the many dog training courses that are available online.
You will end up with a dog that is a pleasure to own and to spend time with and also a friend for life.

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