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• Training your dog not to fear loud noises
  (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 08:00:22 PM, by Tony Robinson) Loud noises, such as fireworks, thunder and traffic, are one of the most frequently cited fears given by dog owners. It is natural for some dogs to be fearful of loud noises, but some dogs are so traumatized by thunder, fireworks and other loud noises...
• Training your dog not to chase cars
  (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 08:00:22 PM, by Tony Robinson) One of the most serious, and unfortunately most common, problem behaviors among dogs is that of chasing cars. Dogs must be trained as early as possible that chasing cars is not acceptable. That is because dogs that chase cars eventually become dogs th...
• Training the shy or fearful puppy or dog
  (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 08:00:22 PM, by Tony Robinson) With dogs as with people, some dogs and puppies are naturally more bold and daring than others. When you watch a group of puppies play, it will quickly become apparent which ones are bold and which ones are shy. Some of the puppies will hang back at t...
• Training your dog the right way - the basics
  (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 08:00:22 PM, by Tony Robinson) In order to be considered properly trained, there are some basic commands that he or she must master. Understanding these basic commands is vital to the well being of the dog, the owner and the family. Learning just a few basic commands can go a lon...
• Taking your dog training off leash
  (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 08:00:22 PM, by Tony Robinson) Many dog owners are anxious to give their four legged companions the freedom of going off leash, but it is important not to rush that important step. Dogs should only be allowed off their leash after they have become masters of all the basic obedience ...
• Eliminating problem dog behaviors - jumping and roaming
  (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 08:00:22 PM, by Tony Robinson) Every dog owner must eventually deal with some unwanted behaviors on the part of their four legged companions. Some of the most frequently encountered training problems with puppies and dogs alike are jumping on people and performing those amazing fea...
• Training your dog to not pull on the leash
  (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 08:00:22 PM, by Tony Robinson) Pulling on the leash is one of the most common misbehaviors seen on all kinds of dogs. Puppies and adult dogs alike can often be seen taking their owners for walks, instead of the other way around. Pulling on the leash can be much more than an annoying...
• Training your dog not to chase people, bicycles, joggers, etc.
  (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 08:00:22 PM, by Tony Robinson) Dogs by nature are predatory animals, and all predatory animals share the motivation to chase fleeing objects. While this may be a natural instinct, it is not appropriate when those fleeing objects are joggers, bicyclists or the mailman. Training th...
• Dog training - keeping your dog motivated
  (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 08:00:22 PM, by Tony Robinson) Keeping the attention of a dog while training is not always easy. Dogs can be easily distracted, and it is important to not allow the training sessions to be sabotaged by boredom. Making training fun for the dog and the human alike is vital to creatin...
• Dog training - reward training basics
  (Fri Dec 9th, 2005 08:00:22 PM, by Tony Robinson) Training with treats and other food based rewards is a great way to motivate your dog and speed the training process along. Most dogs are highly motivated by food rewards, and treat training using this kind of positive reinforcement is used to train al...

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