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		<title>Understanding &amp; Correcting Unwelcome Doggie Behavior</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 09:57:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joel Silverman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When your dog behaves in a manner that is not acceptable, it is time to diagnose the problem and deal with it in a calm and reassuring manner. Bad behavior will generally escalate over time and become extremely difficult to correct. The solution? Get to know your dog thoroughly and be aware. Remember that the completion of a bad behavior is in itself a reward. Why did your best friend relieve himself on your new carpet? Simple. It felt good. Why does your precious pet jump on all your friends? Because he wants to be a part of the party.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>by Joel Silverman</div>
<p>When your dog behaves in a manner that is not acceptable, it is time to diagnose the problem and deal with it in a calm and reassuring manner. Bad behavior will generally escalate over time and become extremely difficult to correct. The solution? Get to know your dog thoroughly and be aware. Remember that the completion of a bad behavior is in itself a reward. Why did your best friend relieve himself on your new carpet? Simple. It felt good. Why does your precious pet jump on all your friends? Because he wants to be a part of the party. </p>
<p>When you begin to housebreak your new puppy or dog, one good option to try first is crating. Dogs actually prefer dens or areas that are confinedhe just may not realize it yet. Put something into the crate that your dog really likesa special treat or toy. Eventually the whining will stop and he will become quite comfortable. If he does have an accident in the house, no punishment allowed! Move on and do not display negative behavior. Just love your little guy and remember he needs your affection above all else. Your best friend also needs to be taken outside frequently. If you have a fenced back yard, terrific. If not, talk him on walks with youyou will both benefit from the exercise and he will appreciate being praised when he does his business out doors.</p>
<p>Your dog loves to be excited! He hears your guests arriving before you do and this perks his interest immediately. When they ring your doorbell, the excitement level rises. And when your friends enter your house, your dog naturally wants to jump about and bark because he is now so excited he cannot contain himself. This is all normal. However, your guests are not impressed and you need to correct this behavior. First of all, when you know you have friends arriving, do not allow your dog to be loose in your home. And gently instruct him that he will be wearing a collar and leash at all times while your company is there. Your guests will be appreciative and eventually your dog will calm down and become a loving, quiet companion.</p>
<p>Separation anxiety can become a full-blown major issue if you do not take steps to correct the problem. The situation arises simply because your dog does not want to be left alone. He will begin with pacing and then couple that with whining and even barking. If left untreated, he may begin to even scratch at the front door or chew and tear on items in your home. It can even escalate to him chewing on himself. Again, the response is simpleput him in an enclosed area, such as a crate, with his favorite toys and treats. This will eliminate a great deal of the stress and anxiety that your poor little guy has been feeling.</p>
<p>Dogs exploring trashcans seems to be the norm in many households. But this behavior is not acceptable. This is a fairly simple problem to correct. Everyone in the household needs to follow a game plan for changing this behavior. The first thing to do is simply state firmly, &#8220;No&#8221; when this occurs. Timing here is crucial. He does not need to be corrected for getting near the trashcan or eating the contents of it. He needs to be corrected for getting &#8220;into&#8221; the trash. And never allow him access to the trash when you are not at home. </p>
<p>Looking for excitement is as normal to your dog as breathing. And one of the things that excites him is rushing through the open door to play with the dog next door or just to say &#8220;hi&#8221; to the neighbors. This behavior can easily lead to tragedy. For the health and safety of your dog, he must be taught the COME and STAY commands. This will give you control over his actions and correct the unwanted behavior. Another option is to never allow your dog to be in that situation at all. Simply do not allow him to be loose in the house when a door is open. If he is very excitable and capable of rushing past you, make sure he is on a leash until he is completely trained.</p>
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<div class='uawlinks'>Joel Silverman has worked with killer whales at Sea World and hosted the television program &#8220;Good Dog U&#8221; on Animal Planet. For <a href="http://companionsforlife.net">free dog training</a> videos and other <a href="http://companionsforlife.net/Online_training_visitor_home.html">dog obedience training</a> tips and techniques, visit the CompanionsForLife online guide.</div>
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		<title>Dog Training: The Love of Your Life and Their Winsome Ways</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 17:54:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joel Silverman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The simple fact is, your dog wants to be your best friend. An old adage but one that is actually true. He wants to trust you and earn your trust in return. Bonding with this furry creature can become a wobbly walk down disaster lane or a gentle and simple love story that will enrich your life.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>by Joel Silverman</div>
<p>The simple fact is, your dog wants to be your best friend. An old adage but one that is actually true. He wants to trust you and earn your trust in return. Bonding with this furry creature can become a wobbly walk down disaster lane or a gentle and simple love story that will enrich your life. </p>
<p>There is a proven system rightfully entitled &#8220;Companions For Life&#8221; that will show you the way to achieve this ideal relationship of affection and mutual trust. Whether you just need to bond with your dog or solve behavioral issues in a gentle and calm manner, this program is the answer to all your best friend&#8217;s questions.</p>
<p>The &#8220;Companions For Life&#8221; concept was created to walk dog owners through the steps to a perfect relationship between you and your dog. This foundation is built upon three simple steps: 1. Get to know your dog; 2. Develop a relationship; and 3. Build the trust. Allow at least 30 days to create this bond &#8230; by then, you will have identified the things your dog likes and things he does not.</p>
<p>Your dog will also begin to reveal his unique personality. Is he high strung? Is he mellow, laid back and easily pleased? Is he naturally timid or is he fearful because of abuse? Or, is he just completely out of control? Regardless of the situation, don&#8217;t give up! There&#8217;s a good answer for how to rectify even the most difficult problem. But it is important to get to know your dog and develop that bond first.</p>
<p>You are now in the stage of training your dog. Once you realize that a dog is the one animal that wants to please you and be your best friend, it is a simple step to understand his little idiosyncrasies. He now trusts you to care for his basic needs and wants nothing more than your love and approval. The love relationship is now in place and the platform of training can be laid.</p>
<p>Moving on to other issues at this point becomes natural. From problem solving issues, basic to advanced behaviors and other training, the bonding process has provided the means to accomplish these goals. The bond between you and your dog is of the utmost importance; otherwise, correcting him when he errs can lead to negative behavior that soon becomes, out of frustration, an unpleasant habit. </p>
<p>So, build your foundation of trust with this loving animal and avoid needless problems while training him. Bonding with your dog will lead to a lifetime of pleasure, loving companionship and friendship for life.</p>
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<div class='uawlinks'>Joel Silverman has trained killer whales at Sea World and hosted the TV series &#8220;Good Dog U&#8221; on Animal Planet. For <a href="http://companionsforlife.net">free dog training</a> videos and other <a href="http://companionsforlife.net/Online_training_visitor_home.html">dog behavior training</a> ideas and techniques, visit the CompanionsForLife website.</div>
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		<title>Helpful Dog Obedience Training Tips</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 16:23:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A dog is a man's best friend. That is why it is important that as a dog owner, you should train your dog properly and teach them the right dog obedience training. It is advised that you start training your canine between six and eight weeks of age. However, if you think your dog is older and has yet to be trained, keep in mind that is it never too late to teach your dog a new trick so there really is no need for you to worry.]]></description>
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<p>A dog is a man&#8217;s best friend. That is why it is important that as a dog owner, you should train your dog properly and teach them the right dog obedience training. It is advised that you start training your canine between six and eight weeks of age. However, if you think your dog is older and has yet to be trained, keep in mind that is it never too late to teach your dog a new trick so there really is no need for you to worry.</p>
<p>Finding the right dog obedience training approaches sometimes tend to get too confusing because of the many options available today. With hundreds and thousands of dog obedience training guides to consider, dog owners should find the most ideal one for their dogs. However, the main tip experts share to dog owners is that in any dog obedience training, positive reinforcement must be the primary concern.</p>
<p>When doing dog obedience training, dogs are very eager to learn especially if owners take time to praise them and give them good treats. Every time a dog performs the command correctly, he should be awarded with a treat. This is one way of reinforcing positive behaviours. But be sure you know the right time to reward and when not to reward your dog.</p>
<p>In any dog obedience training session, the last thing you want to happen is to see your dog angry or unhappy. When this happens, dogs are prone not to learn anything at all. Therefore, take time to find out the right ways on how your can cheer up or calm your dog. Dog owners should also know how to control their pets. There are times when dogs just simply need to be a dog. But when things go overboard, they must be corrected and punished. There are various ways in correcting your dog while still retaining its trust in you.</p>
<p>Before you consider dog obedience training sessions, always consider that the right time to do so is not when you just feel like it. There is a proper to train your dogs. You can ask your local veterinarian to evaluate if your dog is ready for a dog training. Remember that dog obedience training is done initiated whenever you feel like it. It should always be when both you and your dog is ready to go.</p>
<p>It is not also a good idea to push your dog too hard, otherwise they will easily tire out and may get uninterested to doing what they are told to do. Pushing them too hard might hinder them from their training. Meaning, your dog obedience trainings can never be effective if your dog does not have enough energy to do so.</p>
<p>Last but not the least, don&#8217;t forget to praise your dog whenever they exhibit positive behavioral habits. Positive reinforcement is a great way to let your dogs know that they are special and loved. This treatment will be very helpful for future dog obedience training.</p>
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		<title>Dog Behavior Questions &#8211; How Your Attitude Affects Training</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 16:34:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lee Dobbins</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If your dog training isn't going as planned, you might have a lot of dog behavior questions concerning your pet.  However, often the problems are not due to the behavior of your dog, but by the behavior of you - the trainer.  When training dogs, there are a few things you need to keep in mind, in order for it to be a successful and rewarding experience.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>by Lee Dobbins</div>
<p>If your dog training isn&#8217;t going as planned, you might have a lot of dog behavior questions concerning your pet.  However, often the problems are not due to the behavior of your dog, but by the behavior of you &#8211; the trainer.  When training dogs, there are a few things you need to keep in mind, in order for it to be a successful and rewarding experience.</p>
<p>You must have patience when trying to develop good behavior in your dog just about as much as raising a child.  For the most part we as humans don&#8217;t have that much patients.  So when trying to train your dog to behave you may need to train yourself.</p>
<p>Be prepared to an invest the time daily at least half an hour but preferably an hour to developing the desired behavior in your companion. And when you feel you&#8217;re at your limit of patience whether at 10 minutes or an hour an end the session.</p>
<p>Strive to length that &#8216;time to boiling point&#8217; a little an each day. Remind yourself you are dealing with a dog. Even the most an easily trained breeds or individual dogs an understand at roughly the level of an average two-year old persons. Of course there are those rare an exceptions.</p>
<p>Dog behavior questions can always be answered by thinking about nature.  In nature, dogs live in packs where there is an alpha dog or leader.  When training your dog remember you are the boss or alpha dog. Remember in order for your training to work you must assert yourself as the leader and not the other way around.</p>
<p>When training your dog remember you are working with your companion. Be firm and assertive not angry or abusive. You are teaching you dog how to act towards others, including children and your neighbors. If you get upset and fail to be persistent you and your dog will fail.</p>
<p>There are dogs who are naturally easy to train, but not all of them will be this way.  You need to have patience and remember that your dog wants to please you.  Keep up on it consistently and your dog will eventually follow your instructions.</p>
<p>Even the best-trained dogs will not an always do what you want when you want. Expecting a dog to too-quickly an understand a new command or to unfailingly remember a previously learned one is a recipe for frustration. The dogs&#8217; memories work very differently from humans so you need to keep this in mind and not expect him to act like one. Take the time to learn your an individual dog&#8217;s capacity and limitations.</p>
<p>There are different factors that affect how easily your dog will be to train.  One of these factors is breed.  Some breeds are easier to train than others.  For example, some breeds are energetic- such as terriers, retrievers, and Dalmatians- whereas others are more relaxed.  These breeds include basset hounds and collies.  Another factor is age.  A young puppy is going to have a shorter attention span than an adult dog.</p>
<p>Working against your dog&#8217;s nature is never a good idea.  Treat your dog kindly, but firmly and work at building his trust and training will be a good experience for both of you!</p>
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