Dog Training Tip

How do you pick the right dog for you? Rather than picking a dog on impulse – because of how cute they look or how sweet they seem, do your research on the dog breed’s traits and characteristics. Ideally you want a dog that best matches your personality, energy level and lifestyle.

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Wednesday’s Words of Wisdom (WWOW)!

Want a happier, healthier, better behaved dog? Exercise him! How much? That really depends on your dog’s age, breed, energy level and current health. But in general, a minimum of twice a day for 20 – 40 minutes an outing is good.

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How to Make Your Dog Obedient

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Dog Training Basics

Often, people think that the basics of dog training are things which are actually quite advanced. Whenever you see a dog that’s 100% obedient, even in the face of distractions, you should congratulate the owner on a job well done.

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San Francisco Peninsula Dog Parks Guide

Dog Parks on the San Francisco Peninsula are governed by a wide variety of rules and regulations. The following link will take you to a guide developed by the San Bruno Parks and Recreation Department, that provides all the information needed for an outing with your dog, whether this is your first time at a dog park or if you are just interested in a change of scenery.

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Saturday Short!

Do you know how to tell when your dog is anxious? Here are some of the physical signs your dog will show when feeling stress:

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Tuesday’s Training Tip

As your dog is getting used to the crate, one thing you want to be sure never to do is let your dog out of the crate when he’s barking or whining. Why?

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Training Your Puppy in the First Week

It is crucial to begin training your puppy in the first week. Routine, consistency, healthy interaction and positive reinforcement are essential things that must be started as soon as the puppy arrives at its new home.

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Wednesday’s Woofrivia!

The small flat teeth at the front of the dog’s mouth are? A. Incisors B. Molars C. Canines D. Premolars

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Tuesday’s Training Tip!

What is the most important tool in puppy training? The leash! To get the most benefits, as much as possible, you should keep your puppy on a leash and with you. Why? I’m so glad you asked!

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Proper Dog Training Basics

When you are considering the basics of dog training, it's therefore important not to try to expect too much at once. Training should be in short bursts, building up your dog's understanding as you go along.

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Teach Your Pet The Dog Training Basics

Dogs can be great companions and are, of course, very loyal too. However, before you rush off into thinking about advanced activities, such as dog agility training, you will need to make sure that you fully consider the basics. You will need good, fundamental building blocks in place before you can teach anything advanced to your dog.

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Dog Training Tips

“Place” is one of the best and most useful commands for your dog to learn! So, what is place? Place is a soft bed, pillow, blanket or towel (a marker really, where he is comfortable) in the main family hanging out area.

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