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If you want a fuller explanation of operant conditioning theory, or broader application, I would suggest Karen Pryor's “Don't Shoot the Dog”, but Pat Miller includes a perfectly decent abbreviated explanation. My only gripe is in the Housebreaking section, ... But if your desire is for a training manual that fits in with the current trend or tells you what you already believe about dogs , by all means read and implement the techniques in THE POWER OF POSITIVE DOG TRAINING . ...

 Powered by Max Banner Ads   Addressing with Dog Digging.   Often dogs dig due to boredom.When it’s not boredom, dogs dig as a response to a primal urge.Digging can look harmless but it’s not; your dog can be seriously in danger especially if he lets himself out of your yard.Digging is quite possibly damaging.Your dog becomes a nuisance [...]

Having a well trained dog is extremely rewarding. The problem is that with all the different techniques available, how can you decide on the best one for your dog? In this article I will be explaining one of the most popular techniques available today: Positive Dog Training. Positive dog training is a system that [...]

There are many ways to train a dog today. One very popular method is the “clicker training” method. The clicker training method uses a clicker, a small plastic box with a metal button which makes a clicking sound when pressed. This has become one of the chosen methods used by trainers because it is similar [...]

One of the coolest looking things that you can buy for people who love dogs and people that wont plan to lose their own dearest pets, is the GPS pet monitoring devices. An awesome illustration of one of the best canine monitoring collars for dogs would be your  RoamEO GPS. This is perfect for the [...]

Just got a puppy and need some help? Best do your homework first. Your goal is to train your dog. Hopefuly this article will guide you in the right place. Be a Responsible Dog Owner! The best time to train puppy is when you first get your dog and bring it home! Be proactive and be [...]

Now Karen Pryor clearly explains the underlying principles of behavioral training and through numerous fascinating examples reveals how this art can be applied to virtually any common situation. .... As a dog trainer and author using a balanced approach, I find her candor and her desire to make the world a better place for dogs and people quite noble. If all we needed in our relationships with dogs and people was to find the right reward, this would be the only book we ...

Getting a new puppy is always an exciting time for a family.  Puppies are so fun and adorable that it’s hard not to love them.  They quickly become part of the family and everyone enjoys the playing, the curiosity and the sweet cuddliness but nobody enjoys it when they do their duty in the house.  [...]

We are often asked, “How many jumps should I start with?”  You can never have too many single jumps to practice agility.  Four jumps is a good starting place.  This is the absolute minimum number of jumps that we recommend. You can teach a variety of skills, drills, and exercises with four jumps.  Four jumps will [...]

Owning a dog is one of the most rewarding experiences a person can enjoy. The bond between owner and pet grows over the course of years, and strengthens with time. Many owners consider their dogs a part of their own family. And those who remain single find a lasting companionship with their pooch that is [...]