puppy training http://www.artwoo.com Returned search results for puppy training Copyright 2008 Sun, 23 Nov 2008 07:41:03 +0000 http://www.artwoo.com/rss/puppy+training Puppy Potty Training - How To Potty Train A Puppy http://www.artwoo.com/article/puppy-potty-training-how-to-potty-train-a-puppy http://www.artwoo.com/article/puppy-potty-training-how-to-potty-train-a-puppy#comments Wed, 09 May 2007 16:14:54 +0000 training your puppypuppy potty trainurgepotty trainingaccidents happentime to takepotty trained http://www.artwoo.com/article/puppy-potty-training-how-to-potty-train-a-puppy puppy potty trained. Thankfully, potty doesn't have to be that hard. This article will show you some tips on your puppy.

First, you need to understand that puppies are like babies and they simply make mistakes because they don't know better and can't understand their s. Your puppy doesn't mean to ruin your good carpet; he simply doesn't know that he has to go potty.

A puppy's ability to feel the urge to go potty develops as they age, much like children. You can help your puppy potty train faster by developing a schedule for your puppy to follow. Take the puppy out to go potty at the same times every day to allow the puppy to become accustomed to a schedule.

Especially if you are not always home during the day, you can expect there to be accidents while you puppy is potty training.

You can help minimize the mess by putting down newspapers for the puppy to relieve himself on, but it will take additional training for the puppy to know this is for emergencies. When , don't get angry - just clean up and disinfect the area.

You can learn to notice some of the signs that your puppy needs to be taken out for a potty trip. When you see your puppy acting up in a certain way, it may be them out to relieve themselves.

Here are some signs that a puppy needs to go potty:

* Showing Restlessness * Sniffing at a spot they had previously soiled * Puppy is Whimpering and wining * Puppy is distracted from play

As each puppy is different, you will soon learn to recognize the signs in your dog. When your puppy starts to show this potty signal it is time to take them out for a walk and direct them to go in the place you want them to use.

When your puppy does good, remember to praise him. Praise displays to the puppy that they have done the right thing and will make them happy to do it again to seek more praise.

Although potty training your puppy can be dificult, it is just a matter of being consistent and patient with your new puppy long enough for their minds and bladders to mature and train. With patience and time, your puppy will potty train and accidents will be a problem of the past. For more information on potty training your puppy or other puppy care and training tips, visit: http://www.freedogtrainingtips.net/Puppy_Potty_Training.html http://www.freedogtrainingtips.net ]]> Puppy Training: What It Does It Entail? http://www.artwoo.com/article/puppy-training-what-it-does-it-entail http://www.artwoo.com/article/puppy-training-what-it-does-it-entail#comments Wed, 09 May 2007 07:19:54 +0000 puppy trainingpassionsluckilymonstertherapy dogsregrettingobedience school http://www.artwoo.com/article/puppy-training-what-it-does-it-entail puppy training. The fact of the matter is that if you do not train your puppy you may end up with a problem on your hands. , with a bit of puppy training you can get past all of this and be well on your way to living a happy life with your new pooch.

Most people who do not look into puppy training fail to do so because they are not aware of what it entails. Although each has a different way of doing things, most of them touch on the same basics. For instance, your puppy will learn the basic commands. This includes sit, stay, lie down, heel, and come among others. When you teach these commands to your puppy at an early age they will remember them for the rest of their life.

Additionally, training will help to get your puppy used to being around other people as well as other dogs. And as you can imagine, this is quite important. When your puppy is trained to socialize with anybody that they are around, you will have a much easier time keeping it under control.

As you can see, puppy training is well worth the time and money. Many people do not move forward with the puppy training process and end up it in the end. Remember, when you train your dog at an early age you have a much better chance of getting through to it.

So before your puppy gets too old, find a training class in your area. For a minimal amount of money you can teach your puppy the basics of behaving and socializing before they are too old. Ruth is actively involved with the internet and she finds it very exciting. Her are people and pet health. She is a wife, a stepmom a dog owner and a business person. She is married for almost 30 years to Chris who has been, and still is, battling the MS. Two of her dogs are Certified . She is currently working from her home. Her About Page http://www.mimfreedom.com/aboutus.htm ]]> House Training A Puppy http://www.artwoo.com/article/house-training-a-puppy http://www.artwoo.com/article/house-training-a-puppy#comments Wed, 29 Nov 2006 10:27:08 +0000 puppy crate trainingbringing home a new puppypeople findthing to rememberfool proof methodquotlong periods of time http://www.artwoo.com/article/house-training-a-puppy bringing home a new puppy -- for everyone except the person who has to clean up after it! While there is no fool-proof method for house training a puppy, crate training has proven quite successful. Crate training effectively teaches the puppy to and;hold itandquot; until given the opportunity to relieve himself somewhere more suitable. However, this is not an excuse to crate your new puppy for .

This method of house training a puppy is based on the premise that a puppy would rather not mess up its living area if it doesn't have to. Puppies should NOT be left in a crate for too long. If your puppy goes to the bathroom in the crate because it could no longer andquot;hold it,andquot; the training process will be drastically compromised.

How does one handle house training a puppy in this manner?

If no one is in your home during the day, you should put the puppy in a bathroom or another small, uncarpeted area in your home that can be blocked off. House training a puppy should only take place when you are at home. When you arrive home, take your pup out on a leash. After you play with it for a while put it in the crate. Wait an hour or so and then take it out again. If it relieves himself, shower it with praise. If it doesn't, put it back in the crate and try again about 45 minutes later. This process should be repeated until the puppy is successful.

After it goes to the bathroom it should be allowed to play free in the house. Some it helpful to keep a diary of the times their puppy eliminates. While this seems bizarre, it helps you to determine your puppy's habits, thus enabling you to decrease the time it has to spend in the crate.

The most important with house training a puppy is to be consistent and offer it an enormous amount of praise. The process may take a while and it is important to understand that if the puppy has an accident during the training, it is okay. You should just increase the frequency of trips outside. If the puppy has an accident after its training has stopped, don't punish it, just revert back to the training process temporarily and you will be back on track in no time. Dorothy Brown writes for several web sites, including http://mowek.com and http://foraw.com ]]> Best Methods of Training a Labrador Puppy http://www.artwoo.com/article/best-methods-of-training-a-labrador-puppy http://www.artwoo.com/article/best-methods-of-training-a-labrador-puppy#comments Sun, 14 Sep 2008 11:57:22 +0000 labrador puppylabrador puppiestwo fingersunpleasant smelllikenesshabitseveral times http://www.artwoo.com/article/best-methods-of-training-a-labrador-puppy Labrador puppies are very smart puppies. They are moody and training a needs your physical and mental patience. During training a Labrador puppy, if your Labrador puppy does not follow you. You should not beat Labrador puppy in this situation and just look at the matter and try to find the reason that why your Labrador is not learning.

Labrador puppy does not like to learn all the time. Try to teach your Labrador puppy in the way which it likes instead of teaching it in your style as it does not like it and will never learn from you. You should always prefer Labrador puppy's choice and during training a Labrador puppy. In the beginning of training a Labrador puppy, first teach those things which you consider that your Labrador puppy likes and after that, be frank with your Labrador puppy.

Try to teach your Labrador puppy with different symbols. Whenever you see it, forward a smile to it and call it with of your hand and repeat it in front of it. At last, you will succeed in trying to teach it that when you'll raise two fingers, it will have to come towards you. Try to teach it that when it feels hungry, it should stand near the door of kitchen. Try to teach your Labrador puppy about all other things which you want to teach it during training a Labrador puppy by selecting such numerous symbols.

If you feel that your Labrador puppy likes to spread filth here and there. Breathe deeply and close your nose when it does so and show it that there is some in the surrounding area and change the place of your Labrador puppy. In this way, it will come to know that when it spreads filth in its surroundings, smell spreads, and it will stop this . If you feel that Labrador puppy does not give any sort of response to your specific symbols, change them and choose some different symbols which you feel that your Labrador puppy will like.

Give toys to your Labrador puppy for playing and play with it daily when it is in a pleasant mood, and it will help you to be its friend. Try to buy only such toys which you consider that your Labrador puppy will like. Be careful about buying toys for your Labrador puppy and never buy such toys which have sharp corners because your Labrador puppy may injure during playing with such toys, and you will never like to injure the Labrador puppy during training a Labrador puppy. Always buy such toys which may not break or injure your Labrador puppy if Labrador puppy throws them from some height.

Always remember above mentioned methods of training a Labrador puppy when you decide to give training a Labrador puppy and keep your Labrador health by giving it fresh food on time and make happy a Labrador puppy by pampering it.Andy Ayres is a dog training specialist and helps dog owners solve problems with their pets. If you want to stop your dog barking then learn how a bark collar can help.]]> 5 Top Tips For House Training a Puppy http://www.artwoo.com/article/5-top-tips-for-house-training-a-puppy http://www.artwoo.com/article/5-top-tips-for-house-training-a-puppy#comments Wed, 13 Aug 2008 07:08:19 +0000 house training a puppynecessary stepedibleshome membersnecessary stepshome memberpup http://www.artwoo.com/article/5-top-tips-for-house-training-a-puppy puppy" rel="tag">House training a puppy makes a puppy your friend and liked by the rest of your family. Throughout training a puppy, a puppy is assured that everyone in this house wants to be frank with it and wants to pamper it. Never beat or scold a puppy during house training a puppy. Always look at it with the loving sight and let your puppy to sit with you and may lick you. It will succeed your friendly house training a puppy. Your puppy will too become your friend in this way and your s and will like you all and your company.

Make it sure to your puppy that you and your home members are its friends not enemies and want to protect it from its enemies during house training a puppy. Make sure as well to your puppy that there is neither any home member nor anything else want to affect it but everyone wants to take care of it and will protect it while house training a puppy. Your puppy will become more frank with you people when it will feel that everyone just loves it and wants to save it from its enemies. Therefore, you should never beat your puppy during house training a puppy as puppy can consider that person its enemy who will beat it. When you show your pup affection, it will grow up and think you are the most important thing in the whole wide world.

There are some s which you must have to take for successful puppy training. An important necessary step is that take your puppy with you when you go outside the home and never let anyone to torture it. Another necessary step is that give it food on time so that it may not eat dirty outdoor which may affect its health. Another beneficial necessary step for house training a puppy is that you should not punish it on its small mistakes.

During house training, give attention to your puppy's habits and attitude. You should give special attention to the fact that your puppy must not have habit of biting. If it ever tries to bite anyone, teach it with love and attention that it must not bite anyone. If your puppy has habit of eating outdoor dirty edibles, give proper food to it and give attention to the fact that you should never let your puppy to eat dirty outdoor edibles.

House training a puppy cannot be complete until a puppy establishes habits in it which prove that it has been trained from anyone. Habits like to be frank even with guests, not to bite unknown guests or any home member when it is hungry. The establishment of habits like cleaning its body and surrounding, playing with others are necessary for successful completion of training a puppy. You must too have the habits of giving healthy food to a puppy, pamper it and to keep neat and clean all the places where your puppy stays, mostly during the training of a puppy.Andy Ayres is a dog training specialist and helps dog owners solve problems with their pets.If you want to stop your dog's excessive barking then learn how a bark collar can help or look here for the most popular bark collars.]]> Potty Training A Puppy Without Going Crazy http://www.artwoo.com/article/potty-training-a-puppy-without-going-crazy http://www.artwoo.com/article/potty-training-a-puppy-without-going-crazy#comments Tue, 20 Feb 2007 12:27:09 +0000 house breaking a puppypotty training a puppygetting a puppytraining your puppycrate trainingrottenbowel movements http://www.artwoo.com/article/potty-training-a-puppy-without-going-crazy Getting a puppy is a wonderful decision for just about everyone. However getting a puppy also means that you will soon be taking on the task of having to potty train it. While can seem like a rather chore to take on. It really does not have to be as difficult as it often seems.

One of the most popular methods of is the method. Like most all animals dogs will most like avoid soiling their homes or "dens". By giving them a dog crate to stay in when it is not possible to supervise them you are creating an artificial den for them. As this particular instinct is very strong in most all dogs, crate training is a hugely successful method to utilize when you are going to be potty . Keep in mind that a puppy needs to be taken outside several times a day to be able to defecate and urinate for crate training to be truly effective.

If you catch your puppy trying to eliminate anywhere in your home you need to make a loud noise that will be enough to get their attention and make them stop what they are doing. Take them outside immediately and give them plenty of praise anytime that they successfully use the bathroom outside.

Generally puppies can control their bowels one hour for how old they are currently. For example if your puppy is six months old it should be able to hold its for at least six hours before needing to eliminate. You should take your dog to the vet immediately if they cannot manage to hold their bowel movements for proper periods of time. For instance say your dog has reached one year of age and is only able to control its bowel movements for about an hour then it's likely that your dog is having some type of medical problem.

Please remember that potty training your puppy can often be a long process. Try very hard to become discouraged should your puppy not take to your potty training methods right away. Negative training methods such as yelling at your puppy are rarely an effective manner in which to potty train your puppy. Positive reinforcements such as plenty of praise and petting when your puppy is doing well with it's potty training is the best way to have a successfully house trained puppy. Gray Rollins is a featured writer for DogTeachers - a site dedicated to helping you train you dog. For more info on potty training a puppy, visit http://www.dogteachers.com/pottytraining/ and for basic commands like stay, visit http://www.dogteachers.com/stay/ ]]> How To Start Training Puppies http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-start-training-puppies http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-start-training-puppies#comments Sat, 15 Apr 2006 14:50:02 +0000 puppydog trainingtraining your dogdog ownerstoilet areapuppiesfood http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-start-training-puppies puppies too early can be difficult. But, if you do not train him early, he will very quickly have the run of the house.

Training puppies is necessary because it saves you trouble later. Most skip this because we all know that takes some effort. If you could teach a in a month, you would be happy. But training a dog well is a longer task. Just because your dog looks cute as a puppy do not let this deter you from training him early.

In training puppies, there are some do's and don'ts.

Do

Provide the puppy with consistent access to the . If you are training your puppy at home take him to his toilet area every 45 minutes or so. If you are not at home make sure you help your puppy make as few 'mistakes' as possible, by giving him a puppy friendly environment.

Every time your puppy does something 'good', give him a reward. If he eliminates his waste in the toilet area, praise him and give him a treat. He will then recognize that his actions were right and aim for more because of the reward he will get. Make sure your rewards immediately follow the good action.

Feed your puppy just like you feed yourself. If you eat regularly, set aside for him. It is important to train your puppy the right time to eat. This will prevent him from begging for food from your plates.

Be patient in training your puppies. Relapses will take place, but patience and perseverance are key. Remember your dog wants nothing more than to please you. After he is fully trained and it will be worth the while.

Don't

Shout at your puppy when he makes mistakes. Especially when dogs are young as this can cause frights that can stay with the dog as it gets older.

When house , don't leave water and food out all the time. If he drinks a lot, he will urinate more frequently. You will have to allow for more mistakes to be made.

Always watch the actions of your puppy and reinforce the good behavior many times throughout the day. It is not proper to let him run around as if he owns the house. If he does so, he will carry that attitude until he grows up.

Remembering some of these simple tips can make your puppy a better trained dog and a more enjoyable pet. Simon Oliver has an interest in Recreational Activities and Hobbies. To find out how you can get more information on successfully training your dog please visit this http://www.boxer-dog-guide.com site. ]]> How To Train A Puppy Vs An Adult Dog http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-train-a-puppy-vs-an-adult-dog http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-train-a-puppy-vs-an-adult-dog#comments Sat, 24 Mar 2007 14:47:58 +0000 training your puppypuppy trainingpuppy treatsadult dogsyelltrainold dog new tricks http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-train-a-puppy-vs-an-adult-dog adult dogs are an excellent choice for those that lead busy lives and may not have the appropriate time available to devote to taking proper care of a puppy. Now when trying to decide on whether to get a puppy or an adult dog there is a debate as to which one would be easier to .

There are many people that are under then assumption that a young puppy cannot be trained. This is not true at all as a young puppy can actually be quite easily trained if the training it is receiving is done properly. Purchasing things that your puppy is going to need such as food and water dishes, a collar and leash and a dog crate is the first step in the right direction for being able to properly train your puppy. In addition before you begin you and your family all need to agree on the puppy's routine as all dogs no matter what their age need this in order for training to be successful.

Puppies are very eager to learn and it is best that training involve nothing but positive reinforcements. You never want to hit a puppy of at them in a truly harsh tone of voice. The damage either act can do can be very hard to repair. You should reward your puppy with things like and praises when they are doing something right. Getting your puppy out for socialization is also integral in being successful in training your puppy.

Training an adult dog can be another adventure all together. The statement "You can' t teach and " can often have a thread of truth in this situation. There is no need to be discouraged though. As many older dogs have already had some degree of training with their old owner it can be hard to train them to get them to learn the rules of your home. That is not to say that it is an impossible task to accomplish. In some ways training an adult dog can be easier then a puppy just because it already has some basic knowledge of things like being housebroken so really all you would need to work on is changing some behavioral patterns. As with puppies offering plenty of positive reinforcements will be the easiest way to train a dog as all dogs crave positive attention.

There are positives and negatives about training both puppies as well as adult dogs. You really need to pay attention to your lifestyle and how much time you have available to devote to the training of a dog and that will give you the best idea of what will be easier for you. Gray Rollins is a featured writer for DogTeachers. To learn more about training puppies vs adults, please visit http://www.dogteachers.com/adultvspuppy/ and to learn about dog training programs, visit http://www.dogteachers.com/trainingprograms/ ]]> Training Puppies - Are You Ready For a New Puppy? http://www.artwoo.com/article/training-puppies-are-you-ready-for-a-new-puppy http://www.artwoo.com/article/training-puppies-are-you-ready-for-a-new-puppy#comments Mon, 22 Sep 2008 12:08:27 +0000 puppy training tipsnew born babiesowning a puppypuppy ownersvet visitsmany other itemsbad situations http://www.artwoo.com/article/training-puppies-are-you-ready-for-a-new-puppy puppy owners every year but few are ever prepared for the amount of responsibility requires. And to help those new owners out, this article will reveal some helpful tips to determine whether or not they are ready for the responsibilities of training a puppy.

The first thing a potential new owner must consider is whether or not they have the time. Owning a puppy is as close to having a child as it gets. They act the same way and have the same tendencies. They both need to be fed and need to be watched while they eat. They both need to cleaned up after accidents. They both need to be constantly watched to avoid any . And there are no that can prepare new owners for the time commitment.

The second thing a potential new owner needs to consider is to whether they have the patience. Puppies will continuously test an owner's patience. That's because they don't understand commands. You tell them no, and they have no idea what that means. And training puppies to learn these commands is not easy. Not only that, puppies have tons of energy and will do things that will annoy owners constantly. And after a while, they may have the urge to quit, but that isn't an option. This is a living, breathing animal that has feelings just like a human. Training puppies takes a lot of patience and new owners need to be able to determine whether they can stay patient.

The third thing a potential new owner needs to consider is to whether they have the money. Although they aren't nearly as expensive as , puppies still cost a lot of money. Training tools, , toys, food, and will cost quite a bit of money. The more commitment you have to training a puppy, the more money it will cost. And before a potential owner can even consider finding puppy training tips, they need to determine whether the costs will be too much.

The final thing a potential new owner needs to aware of is why they want to get a puppy. So many people want puppies because they are cute or because they love to play with them, but that isn't a good enough reason to become an owner. Do people try to have kids because of the same reasons? Of course not. Before an owner can start thinking about training puppies, they must know why they feel a puppy is needed in their lives. And if it's a reason that will get owners through the tough times, then they are ready to become a new owner.

Although there are many other factors prior to even considering owning a puppy, the three factors above are generally what determines if they will become an owner. Training a puppy is not an easy task and if you are a potential owner, make sure you can pass the three factors above. Make sure you understand that owning a puppy isn't simple and isn't something that can be made easier with puppy training tips. A puppy is a living being and not something that can be thrown away. So take your time to make sure that you are ready for training puppies.As a new owner of a puppy, I have begun to learn what it takes to be a responsible owner. I have already experienced the good and the bad and I understand that it will only get harder from here. All puppy owners can learn from my experiences at training puppies.]]> House Training Dogs Successfully http://www.artwoo.com/article/house-training-dogs-successfully http://www.artwoo.com/article/house-training-dogs-successfully#comments Sat, 15 Apr 2006 17:50:14 +0000 puppy prooftraining dogstraining your doghouse traininghouse trainfood rightoccasionally http://www.artwoo.com/article/house-training-dogs-successfully House train your dog easily if you had the time to watch your puppy 24 hours a day. But as you can't watch them around the clock, don't expect to train them all at once. Training can take up to about 6 months. Puppies are growing and developing quickly at this stage. They eat more food and burn up lots of energy and consequently need to 'go' more often.

The most important issue in house should be teaching him to control his bowel. When he is still a puppy, he has not yet developed bladder control.

dogs is hard when you are not home. Your puppy needs a lot of attention. You should first confine your puppy in a puppy-proof room with paper spread all over the floor. Put his water bowls and next to it. The papers you have set on the floor may be dragged and chewed around his little den, but its important and helpful in teaching your puppy where to eliminate his waste properly. There will be no reason for him to defecate elsewhere. Your puppy will 'go' on the paper, and you need to clean it up when you arrive home. This may be an additional job for you, but patience is all it takes. Don't worry because later on, he will move past this stage.

Paper training is very useful and a proven technique in training dogs. In this way, no matter where the dog relieves himself, he will still eliminate on the paper because he has no choice. Little by little, you will see some changes. Gradually reduce the amount paper you have set on the ground. Start to move the paper outside the house. Of course, as your puppy has become used to using the paper he will look for it. Once the paper has been moved to outside the house, your training is near its end. Move the paper about an inch per day.

, you may discover that he has had 'accidents' inside the house again. Don't be discouraged. This happens. What you need to do is repeat the training. But understand that it will not be as hard as the first time. House is key for both your dog and your sanity and sanitation. Simon Oliver has an interest in Recreational Activities and Hobbies. To find out how you can get more information on successfully training your dog please visit this http://www.boxer-dog-guide.com site. ]]> Proven Techniques To Potty Train Your New Puppy http://www.artwoo.com/article/proven-techniques-to-potty-train-your-new-puppy http://www.artwoo.com/article/proven-techniques-to-potty-train-your-new-puppy#comments Thu, 29 Nov 2007 06:25:00 +0000 puppy potty trainingtraining your puppypadembarkprofuselydaunting taskcloser and closer http://www.artwoo.com/article/proven-techniques-to-potty-train-your-new-puppy daunting task, and like potty training 2-year-olds, it does take time and effort to be successful. However, the more dedicated you are to effectively house , the sooner you will get positive working results. Here are a few tips to successfully and thoroughly house train your new puppy.

First, there are a few things to be mindful of before you on this training traverse. First, if you don't see your dog doing the deed on your floor, don't punish them for it. If you tell them "no" and show them their mess, they most likely won't understand why you're displeased with them. Second, be sure to praise them (and maybe even give them a treat) when they do things right. This encourages your puppy to do things for incentives, and not out of confused fear.

Many people prefer to begin their puppy "potty" training inside the home. A good way to start is by laying down old newspaper on the floor, and placing a disposable puppy on top. These pads are filled with chemicals that encourage your puppy to relieve himself on the pad. To start, once you spot your puppy doing their pre-piddling routine (i.e. sniffing the ground and walking around like they are searching for something), simply pick them up and place them on the pad, remembering to praise them when they are done.

Once your puppy has consistently begun to use the puppy pads, you will want to place a puppy pad outdoors as well as indoors. This way, the puppy will recognize the pad outside and use it as a bathroom as well as the pads indoors. Once your puppy becomes familiar with relieving himself or herself indoors and outdoors, begin moving your indoor puppy pad to the front or back door of your home. Once you get to the door, go ahead and do away with the indoor puppy pad. This way, your puppy will have gotten used to going to the door when he or she needs to relieve themselves. Be sure to notice when your puppy goes to the door, otherwise this could make your puppy confused. Once your dog starts heading in the proper direction, open the door and usher them to the outdoor puppy pad.

Finally, once your dog has become accustomed to going to the door when he or she needs relief and wants to go outside, take the final outdoor puppy pad away. Now your dog has been successfully trained to head toward the door and outside when they need to do their business.

One final thing to remember, however, is that your puppy will have accidents every once in a while. Be sure to not punish them unless you catch them in the act, because they will not understand your frustration because they simply don't remember doing it. Also, praise when your puppy initiates going outside is always helpful. Dogs understand when they do something right. Good luck puppy house training! http://www.discount-pet-mall.com/pet-supplies/dog-beds/ http://www.discount-pet-mall.com/pet-supplies/elevated-dog-feeders/ ]]> House Training Puppies - Advice on House Training a Puppy http://www.artwoo.com/article/house-training-puppies-advice-on-house-training-a-puppy http://www.artwoo.com/article/house-training-puppies-advice-on-house-training-a-puppy#comments Fri, 29 Aug 2008 09:43:21 +0000 dogs and puppieslong periods of timeadditional familydog cratehousebreakingadditional trainingsimple fact http://www.artwoo.com/article/house-training-puppies-advice-on-house-training-a-puppy Dogs and puppies are wonderful and can make fantastic companions and members but there are some things that can be rather frustrating that go along with owning one of these pets. Whether you have a new puppy or have adopted an older dog who needs training, one of the first things that you're going to need to do if your dog is indoors is to house train it.

Potty training your pup is a must. Not only can it help to save your floor, it will also help to start your dog off on the right foot when it comes to . By using the following tips on house training your dog, you will be in a much better position with its overall obedience.

The first thing that you need to realize is that your new puppy will not have a bladder large enough that will allow it to hold it for a long period of time. You are going to have to be very frequent and persistent when it comes to house training right from the very start. This is especially the case whenever your puppy finishes eating or playing as these will be signals for it to go to the bathroom. Be constantly aware of your new puppy and as soon as it finishes one of these tasks, take it outside so that it will do its business where it should. Make sure that you reward the dog handsomely by praising it.

There may also be other times that your dog will need to go outside and you may not recognize it in advance. Many people use newspaper by the exit door in order to catch any mistakes that may take place until your dog learns to hold it. The that your dog learns to go to the door whenever it needs to go outside means that you're only one step away from finally it.

If your puppy needs to be left alone for , you might want to consider having a . Not only will this help to keep your new puppy out of mischief, they rarely will go to the bathroom when they're in a small environment. Don't worry about the dog not liking being caged up, many dogs learn to love this spot and will seek it out whenever they need to be by themselves.

The most effective way training a new puppy or dog is to reward them for good behavior. However, the opposite is not true; you should not punish them for bad behavior. You can either reward them by praising them or by giving them a small treat. If you decide to use to treat, make sure that you choose one that is healthy for the dog and then cut it into tiny pieces.

Although these are just a few tips on house training your dog, they can help you to realize the eventual goal. As long as you are persistent, your puppy will do well.Discover helpful advice and tips on house training puppies at http://www.housetrainingapuppy.com]]> Crate Training Your Dog http://www.artwoo.com/article/crate-training-your-dog http://www.artwoo.com/article/crate-training-your-dog#comments Thu, 01 Mar 2007 06:27:06 +0000 people findpuppy trainingbeneficialcrate trainingshe wakestrainnaps http://www.artwoo.com/article/crate-training-your-dog training" rel="tag">crate training to train your dog but are not positive what the benefits are of using this method instead are then read through this article to receive more information about crate training.



Many that by using crate training, it is the best thing you could do for your dog while training him or her and would recommend you to do it. Simply because many people find using crates is only for travelling with your dog or visiting the vet, they never think of it as an actual training method. Although, it is actually a very way for you to train your dog and has positive results for both you as the owner and teacher and your dog as the student.



All puppies get into the mode of taking frequently throughout the day and each time your dog becomes tired you should put him or her into the crate and close the door. This will help prevent any accidents before or after he or up. At the beginning, you may want to put a blanket and a pad into the crate for percautions as it will take your dog a while to get used to using the bathroom in the crate.



When your dog wakes up you should immediately take him or her outside to use the bathroom because it gives your puppy the sense of using the bathroom outside which is the ultimate goal to achieve. After a few days your puppy should be able to manage going to the crate by him or her self and using the bathroom as well as wanting to use the bathroom outside.



You could also use the crate as the place where your dog sleeps at night so he or she becomes more comfortable with the area but it is another decision that is up to you. If you wish to train your dog to use your bathroom outside then don't let him or her become too comfortable with using the crate and increase the amount of times that you take your dog outside to use the bathroom but always do it at the right times.



Do not put your dog in the crate as a punishment if he or she does something wrong, simply because then the dog will relate it to a bad spot to be in and will not use the bathroom in there which may result in your puppy not being trained properly.



Whatever method you choose to use, they are all effective but this one is one of, if not the fastest ways to train your dog to use the bathroom. Good luck training your little puppy and have a great day! http://www.smalldogbreeds.co.uk provides free articles and information on over 150 dog breeds ]]> Kids and Puppies: How to Mix Playtime With Obedience Training http://www.artwoo.com/article/kids-and-puppies-how-to-mix-playtime-with-obedience-training http://www.artwoo.com/article/kids-and-puppies-how-to-mix-playtime-with-obedience-training#comments Fri, 10 Oct 2008 05:08:29 +0000 continuous careplaytimepuppyimperativerepetitioninstinctpuppies http://www.artwoo.com/article/kids-and-puppies-how-to-mix-playtime-with-obedience-training Puppies are just like kits in a variety of ways. They need , supervision, and a lot of love. Having both together, your kids and your dog, especially during , require constant supervision and a lot of patience. Just how you have to teach your kid how to play with the , its for the puppy to understand that he needs to listen to the kid the same way he listens to you and the other adults in the family.

Always Use The Exact Commands

It is imperative for your kids to use the same commands that you and the rest of the family use. Doing so teaches your kid to use the commands with respect toward the dog. In addition, your puppy will recognize that he needs to be obedient to the kid's commands, thus teaches both to respect one another.

It sounds like it can be a hassle, but it is also a lot of fun. Mixing training and playtime helps to create a closer bond between your kids and your puppy. Allow them run together and then see how fast your kid can command the dog to stop and sit. The dog also has to learn to sit and wait while your kid to throw a toy for your puppy to retrieve. Your kid can also be involved in training the dog how to roll over by rolling in the grass while having the puppy mimic him.

There are a variety of ways you can add in training and fun between your kid and puppy. The following are a few helpful rules to keep in mind:


• Set up consistency through . Your kid needs to understand that commands that we teach your puppy should be firm and absolute. If your dog doesn't obey the command, the kid should repeat the command until the he does what he is told to do.

• Never squeeze - hugging your puppy too tight can cause injury.

• Make sure that you are always be there to supervise playtime, especially if you have a young kid and/or you have a new puppy. This will allow you to easily intercede if things get out of hand.

• Your puppy should understand who the leader is. If your puppy has an to herd, don't let him herd your kid. This will make the dog think that he is in charge and will not obey your kid's commands.

• Never allow roughhousing at all. Always discourage violent play at all times. Never allow your kid drag, pull, wrestle, hit, or poke the puppy, even in a playful way. Your puppy may react in a different way and may jump up and bite. Also, never let your puppy jump on your kid. A five year old German Shepherd can easily knock down a six year old kid.

• Teach your kid to respect the dog, and vice versa. Your kid should learn the right way to treat your puppy, which will actually earn him/her respect and leadership from your puppy.Written by Kelly Marshall from Oh My Dog Supplies - the largest provider of dog car seat covers online]]> How to Train Your Puppy Properly http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-train-your-puppy-properly http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-train-your-puppy-properly#comments Sat, 11 Oct 2008 02:43:26 +0000 natural exuberancenatural posturepuppy trainingretractable leashleash traininggentle pressurehindquarters http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-train-your-puppy-properly Puppy training can begin along with house training, almost as soon as you arrive home with your pet. Encourage the puppy to sit before you place its food in front of it. The puppy will probably not respond at first, but will soon sit almost instinctively. Show the puppy what is requires by applying over its , placing your thumb and finger on each side of its hips.

Sitting is a for a dog, so it will adopt this position readily. You can reinforce with praise, and in the beginning, treats. Your puppy must also learn its name, so always call and talk to it by name. Before long, the puppy will respond instinctively to your call.

It is essential that your dog learn to sit and to stay. This is a step-by-step process. Once your dog has learned to sit, you can begin teaching it to stay. A is useful for this. Let the leash out and walk away from your puppy, watching it all the time and give the command "Stay!" At first the puppy will instinctively run after you, so you will need to stop, make the puppy sit, and repeat the exercise.

Be patient in the early stages, because your puppy will urge it to follow you. Proper is vital, so that your dog does not persist in pulling ahead, but walks just behind you. In the interests of safety, the dog must sit at the edge of the sidewalk with you, and not rush forward into the street. You must keep the dog on a short leash in this situation.

Puppies have relatively short concentration span, so keep formal training sessions to about 10 minutes. Choose a spot where there will be no distractions. It is important to make the training sessions fun, and provide your puppy with plenty of encouragement, especially when it reacts as required.

Try to show your puppy as much as possible what is needed. It is helpful to have another person with you at first. He or she can stay with the puppy to help it feel less isolated and encourage it to do what you ask.

Do not scold or punish the puppy if it fails to respond as required., because this is likely to confuse it,. Instead, repeat the session several times each day, if possible, for short periods, and you should soon find that your puppy, in its eagerness to please, will start to respond positively. You can then lavish it with praise, and reward it. Don't rely too heavily on treats, however, or your puppy will seek these rather than carrying out your requests.

The more time you devote to training your puppy, the greater the likelihood that it will make rapid progress. But don't neglect the basic lessons once they have been mastered. Incorporate them into more advanced training knowledge of what is required. It is also a good idea to include other family members in the dog training process, so that as the puppy grows older, it will respond readily to their command also.You can learn more about dog care and pet care at Pet Care GT.]]> Puppy Bite Control http://www.artwoo.com/article/puppy-bite-control http://www.artwoo.com/article/puppy-bite-control#comments Wed, 10 Sep 2008 12:15:33 +0000 puppy socialization classesdogs and puppiesoption playaggressivenesslaid backhabitgame http://www.artwoo.com/article/puppy-bite-control habit here are some of the things you can do.

Socialization

A puppy needs to be socialized with other . You can check your local listings for . Over there a puppy basically gets to know other puppies and dogs. When a puppy bites very hard, a grown dog would assure her that it is too hard. It is a dog's way of communicating with each other. By observing other puppies she will also learn how to behave in a positive way.

What she will do is bite other puppies or older dogs to play. If the other dogs or puppies find it too hard they will let her know by biting her back. This is how your puppy will learn to control her own biting strength. It is usually easier for a puppy to observe an older dog and learn this behavior. But if you don't have an older dog or socialization class is not available, then you can try to teach her yourself.

Hand Train

This method is recommended when you are alone, the puppy doesn't have an older dog with her and or socialization is not an option. Play with the puppy for some time. Use a toy or something for the puppy to chew on. Now engage her to bite it. You can do this by moving the object next to her mouth, rub the toy around her body, poke gently and eventually she will learn that you want her to bite it. If she shows any sign of or even bites you by chance, stop the immediately.

Then gently put her in position and try to keep her mouth on the ground. Do not use any extra force; just a gentle press would be enough. After she calms down, give her a treat and play along. Also when she bites you, do say something like "Ah...", "Ouch." A puppy can understand the difference when someone is happy with her and when someone is hurt due to her actions.

Keep repeating the same steps in a regular basis. As soon as you stop playing with the puppy, she learns that biting is just not an option, or if she makes any contact with her teeth the play stops. Puppies love to play, so they will stop making contacts with their teeth.

Also you must make sure your puppy learns not to bite humans in about four months, because after that his teeth not only will hurt, but could do severe damage. If you can't train your puppy to control his biting habit, it is recommended to seek help from an expert.

Please do take the time and effort to train your puppy now, because later this issue could be very serious.Roosevelt Purification is an enthusiastic pet lover. He likes to write articles and produce videos on pet training, and pet parent training. Do checkout his website here: http://www.pett-training.info for a wealth of information on pet training.]]> Chihuahua Puppies - The Indispensible Guide To http://www.artwoo.com/article/chihuahua-puppies-the-indispensible-guide-to http://www.artwoo.com/article/chihuahua-puppies-the-indispensible-guide-to#comments Mon, 20 Oct 2008 22:50:21 +0000 chihuahua puppychihuahua puppieselegant appearancenecessary elementsnecessary energyindispensable guidedog foods http://www.artwoo.com/article/chihuahua-puppies-the-indispensible-guide-to Chihuahua puppies' beautiful and will catch anyone's attention when they come across it. However, owning a may not be as easy as you think it is. You have to go through all the hassle of making sure that your Chihuahua puppy is in good health condition and that it obeys your instructions. Furthermore, you will need to spend a lot of time on the puppy's house training to make sure that it does not make a mess of your house. Thereby, it is essential for you to seek advice on how to care for Chihuahua puppies. In this article, we have the to care for your Chihuahua puppy.

The first thing you need to take note of after you purchase your Chihuahua puppy is to give it proper house training. House training your Chihuahua puppy will ensure that it will get used to the environment in your house. Moreover, when given proper house training, your Chihuahua puppy will become more obedient towards you.

House training involves a lot of components. So, where should you start first? Normally, the first thing you have to do is to plan the diet and the mealtime of your Chihuahua puppy. For Chihuahua puppies that are 3-10 weeks old, they will need to have at least 3 meals a day. During this period of time, the Chihuahua puppies will grow very fast and it will need the and nutrients for growth. However, do take note that most of the commercial in the pet stores do not contain the that your Chihuahua puppy needs. Therefore, it is advisable for you to prepare the dog food on your own. If you are not sure on how to do so, you can seek advice from the vet.

For the Chihuahua puppies' mealtime, it is important that you do not free feed them. Free feeding is not good as it implies poor discipline. You have to train your Chihuahua puppy to control their desire for food. Also, free feeding is not good as most probably, your puppy will eat a lot and it will cause obesity. Although a chubby puppy may appear to be cute to you, it will face a lot of musculoskeletal problems when it grows older.

Another essential part of house training is to shape your puppy's behavior and habits. For example, you must let your puppy know that it is wrong to chew on things such as your shoes or the newspapers. So, how do you go along doing that? You will have 3 choices to do so. You can either choose to ignore, interrupt or to redirect its behavior. By ignoring its behavior, it will come to realize that what it did is not acceptable by you. Interrupting its wrong behavior will stop it from continuing its wrongful behavior. The best choice is to redirect its behavior. By teaching your puppy the right way to do things, it will make less mistakes in the future.

It is not easy to take care of Chihuahua puppies. House training is a very important aspect of owning a Chihuahua puppy. Thereby, while raising a Chihuahua puppy, you will definitely need this indispensable guide to care for Chihuahua puppies.Clarence Clark is an avid Chihuahua dog lover providing valuable advice at http://www.chihuahuatime.com for fellow chihuahua dog lovers. Where he shares chihuahua info and training tips with Chihuahua lovers worldwide. Click Here to gain FREE access to this Chihuahua networking website.]]> Dog Training Tip - Biting http://www.artwoo.com/article/dog-training-tip-biting http://www.artwoo.com/article/dog-training-tip-biting#comments Sat, 27 Jan 2007 02:27:07 +0000 puppy kindergarten classpuppiesdogssocializepupsmothersdog owner http://www.artwoo.com/article/dog-training-tip-biting puppies face the stage where they bite everything, and everyone. Your puppy has to be taught not to bite, or else it may become a danger, to itself, to you, and to everyone else around you. Biting gets to be less of a problem when the dog is at a older age but to stop it at a young age, you have to take the right steps. Just like babies, puppies go through a teething stage as well.



Most puppies will learn to their biting reflexes from their and from their siblings. When your puppy gets overenthusiastic, whether it is during nursing or playing, the mother dog, or any of the other puppies, will be fast to find a way to solve it.



Disappointingly, this does not always naturally occur for puppies. This is partially because many puppies are taken away from their mothers while they are still young. Due to this, it makes the new have to do something about it.



Letting your dog spend time with other is one of the better ways and more effective ways to teach your puppy the appropriate behavior. One way of letting your puppy with other is to take him or her to a if you are financially able or you could always let your puppy play with a friends dog as well.



The reason why putting your puppy with other pups is a great way to solve the biting problems is that the other dogs will correct the issue right away if it happens. Keep in mind that puppies will bite one and another while playing but it is only when it becomes too rough that the other dog will take action. Many experts recommend that you let your puppy socialize with other dogs before the age of 12 weeks (3 months).



Besides introducing your puppy to other pets, you should also introduce your puppy to a wide range of different people too. This includes young children, seniors, men, women, and people of various ethnic backgrounds. This will help your dog be a people-person and should tend to be less aggressive to other people.



Socializing your puppy with other people and animals is not the only way to prevent any unwanted aggression from your pup though. Give your puppy toys that he can play with so he can control his biting. Provide chew toys, ropes, and other toys that your puppy can chew on because this allows him or her to take out any anger or just bite on something else. As well, keep his teeth polished and do not let him chew on things that he shouldn't, even if it means punishing him.



Make sure that no one in your family or that visits your household encourages your puppy to bite because training your puppy not to bite is a consistent process. Even if only one person lets him or her chew on something that everyone else does not, this will send the puppy mixed singles and he or she will think that it is something that is okay to do or at least when the people who are against it are not around. However you plan on helping your puppy stop the biting habits, you have to remember that it takes patience. You can either go about this by socializing your pet with other puppies or by making sure chew toys and that such are available but whatever method you use, be patient!



Best of luck while teaching your puppy not to bite! http://www.dogtrainingtip.co.uk provides free dog training tips ]]> Training Your Dog To Sit http://www.artwoo.com/article/training-your-dog-to-sit http://www.artwoo.com/article/training-your-dog-to-sit#comments Sat, 05 May 2007 08:19:56 +0000 puppysausagerewarddog showsmall piecesstill standingbody language http://www.artwoo.com/article/training-your-dog-to-sit puppy to do. I write puppy because you can start the training as soon as the puppy has settled in his new home. You might think this isn't that important, a dog knows how to sit. Well, I think it is very important. Read on and you will found out why and how to train your dog to sit.

1. This first one is easy. You just start by saying "sit" every time the puppy sits itself. He learns to associate the word sit with the action. This is a tip you can use in all training.

2. Take out his favorite treat and keep it in your hand. usually works well but remember to cut it in so the puppy can swallow it fast.

3. Sit down on the floor so you get to the same level as the dog. You are less threatening when you sit. More important is that you are close to the dog so you can him faster. More about this soon.

4. Slowly move the treat over your puppy's head. The intention is to get the puppy to smell the treat (he will) and follow it with his nose. He has two options. Either back or sit down. It's easier to sit down.

5 Immediately as he sits you say "sit" and give him the piece of sausage. This is the key factor to all training. The reward has to be exact in the same moment as the dog does the right thing.

6. Praise the dog. Show your joy with your voice as well as with your .

7. Repeat these steps 3-5 times. Not more than that though, as it has to be fun! On the other hand you can repeat the steps several times during the day.

8. In the next step you should try these steps while standing up. You can try to see if the dog reacts only to the word "sit" without your hand and the treat. If he sits down you obviously should praise him and if he doesn't don't care. You should never show your disappointment to your dog when you are training.

This is pretty easy for the puppy. In a day or two you will get him to sit with your "sit" command. Now you can try to make him sit down beside you. This is actually a preparation for the heel training. There you want him to sit as soon as you stop walking. If you have thoughts about obedience competitions with your dog you should consider the exact position where he sits and also how fast he sits. That is however off topic in this article.

The next level is to strengthen the word so you get the dog to sit in every situation no matter what's going on around him. This is an ongoing process and you should never stop training. Use every new situation to train him. Make him sit with new people, new dogs and new surroundings.

It's quite easy to train your dog to sit. If you consider not training your dog my advice is, think again. When you start training with your new puppy you get much more than the sitting part The puppy loves to do things with you. He learns to listen to his name. He gets used to training and doing things with you and on your initiative. This all together strengthen your position as the leader, and the puppy feels secure. When the puppy falls asleep in the evening his last thoughts should be: "This is really a great pack!" http://mcranddogtraining.blogspot.com/ William McRand Sr is the husband of Mary. Hold down A full time job and is also involved in Internet Marketing (Affiliate Programs). He has taken his love of marketing and developed web sites that offer love of marketing to others. ]]> 9 Steps To Puppy Crate Training Success http://www.artwoo.com/article/9-steps-to-puppy-crate-training-success http://www.artwoo.com/article/9-steps-to-puppy-crate-training-success#comments Tue, 31 Oct 2006 16:27:11 +0000 little puppycrate trainingpuppiessoft beddingbedding materialtoilet areabody functions http://www.artwoo.com/article/9-steps-to-puppy-crate-training-success Crate Training

One of the most dog friendly methods of training your pet is crate training. The process is very natural and uses the den instincts of the puppy or dog to help them understand where a safe place in the house is for them as well as giving them their own space and area. Since dogs naturally do not want to soil this area they are less likely to mess in the crate leading to faster and more efficient housebreaking.

Routines

Crate training works in conjunction with a . Establishing a routine with the puppy will help with the process and will avoid any unnecessary accidents. To use crate training techniques follow the steps outlined below:

Feed and water your puppy at the same times (or as close to the same times as possible) each day. Most puppies are fed at least two to four times per day depending on their age.

When the puppy has finished eating place them in their crate with some toys and material. The crate should be where the puppy can still see people and feel part of the family, not where they feel that they are being isolated or punished for bad behavior.

Approximately 15 minutes after placing the puppy in the crate take them outside or to the area that you wish them to use a bathroom. If you puppy has spoiled the crate prior to this 15 minute mark don't punish them, simply clean the crate and plan the next time to take them out 5 minutes earlier. This is a process of trial and error but you will eventually find out just when the will go to the bathroom after eating.

Have the puppy walk with you to the outside area or . Praise them when they go. If they are outside for more than 3-5 minutes and are showing no signs of relieving themselves simply place them back in the crate and try again in no more than 5 minutes. Don't scold or pay undo attention to them until the go outside and eliminate. Immediately give lots of praise and attention and return them to the house for further attention and socialization.

Puppies quickly learn that by going outside and relieving themselves they will get lots of positive attention and will come back into the house and play with or be around the family.

Cautions with Crate Training

To be sure that crate training is completed correctly make sure that the following occurs:

Make the crate comfortable with toys, soft, washable bedding and lots of ventilation. It is to be a positive place that is the puppies "den".

Never use the crate as a punishment or isolation area. If your puppy begins to associate the crate with being ignored or punished they will quickly stop wanting to go to the crate.

Keep the crate somewhere that is part of the activity centers of the house so that the puppy can still see people and be in a familiar area.

Do not keep the puppy in the crate for prolonged periods of time. Confining your puppy to the crate is a form of punishment to the puppy and will make the crate a negative place to be.

There are many resources and books about crate training that provide additional information. Crate training your puppy makes it easy to travel with the dog as they are always at home in their crate no matter where you are or what type of transportation you use. Read more of Kelly Marshall's pet articles at http://www.ohmydogsupplies.com ]]>