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Teach Dogs To Take Treats Gently
Teaching a dog to take treats gently not only reduces the likelihood of being nipped, it teaches dogs impulse control. There are various techniques used by trainers to teach dogs to take treats gentle. I am going to begin by sharing methods I find effective.
Why Dogs Take Treats Rough
Food is one of the most popular motivators in dog training. One scenario where food can be a problem is when a dog nips while eagerly snatching treats from your hand. Not only does this make it unpleasant to feed some dogs by hand, it can lead to injury. Not to mention that dog bites, even accidental bites, lead to trouble for the dog and its owner.
Calling All Dog Lovers!
ISCDT is hosting a Valentine’s Day Contest In 100 words of less, tell us why your dog is special to you. Email submission to info@iscdt.com Follow us on Facebook for winning announcement https://www.facebook.com/ISCDTDogTrainerSchool Submit your entry and share the post with someone who absolutely loves their dog and wants everyone to know! Deadline: February 7,2020
How to Teach your Dog a New Command 10x Better Than the Average Dog Owner
Owners grow frustrated when their dogs struggle to learn a command or exhibit a behavior. Often times, humans mistakenly believe the word ‘stay’, along with supporting hand gestures, are sufficient enough to prevent the dog from moving. Each time the dog breaks command, the owner reprimands the dog and repeats the sit command. Had they …
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Mastering the Walk with a Reactive Dog
You take your dog for a walk, and another dog passes by. Your dog begins to pull you toward the other dog. He is also barking and lunging and making a lot of noise. You try to hide behind a car or shove treats in your dog’s mouth to no avail. All you want is …
How Dogs Learn
The number one misconception that dog owners have when it comes to training their dog is that canines learn the same way we learn. That is not true. Dogs do not think or learn the same way humans do. It is important to help your client understand that: Dogs are not human. Dogs are …
A Day in the Life of a Dog Trainer
Your day begins with a review of the appointments you have scheduled for the day. Review each case individually. It is important to know what you did with the dog at prior lessons and what the main goals of the client are. If you are just starting out you may feel you don’t need to …
The Number One Piece of Information You Need to Know Before Working in the Dog Training Field.
I spent years reading books and articles and watching TV programs on the craft of dog training. I started each program filled with enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Eagerly, I filled my pockets with treats, attached the leash to my dog and applied the techniques I learned. Each training session ended in disappointment for me …
Ask the Dog Trainer Episode 3
A dog owner asked how she can stop her dog from jumping at people as they pass on a walk. Since she doesn’t see that many dogs on walks, she isn’t sure how to practice the new behavior. Jessica provides some tips for this question. If you have a question for our dog trainers, email …
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