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| ! No hand signals needed for not only the basic commands (sit, stay, lay down, come) but also "get in your bed", "put your head down", "get in the truck", "go get your brother", "get the ball", "put the ball up" .................... I could go on and on. The more you talk to your dog, the more they will be able to understand. My dogs are like children to me, so of course I talk to them like children. It’s obvious when they don’t understand by the tilted head, raised ears and quizzical look on their faces! The most basic thing to remember when training a dog is: Once you tell them to do something, make them do it! Sometimes, that’s easier said than done, but if you don’t follow through, your dog learns that he or she doesn't have to do what you say. Making them follow your command teaches them that you are in charge and they must do what you say even when they don’t want to. Each time you insist that your dog follow your command, you are reinforcing the fact that you are the boss! This, of course is on- going and life-long not just during training exercises or as a puppy. This is not being mean to your "baby" (pet), it is very important and could possibly keep your dog from danger or at the very least impress your friends that a dog could be so well behaved! Always reinforce positive behavior both verbally and with a small treat. Using the words "Good Boy", "Good Girl", or "Good Dog" are very valuable when training a dog. TOXIC TO DOGS: If you feed your dog "people food", avoid chocolate, grapes, raisins, onions, garlic, mushrooms and macadamia nuts (and all foods containing these ingredients) as they are known to be toxic to dogs. Anything containing caffeine should be avoided as well. HOLIDAY ADVICE - - Dogs can become quite ill from eating poinsettias or mistletoe, so it's very important to keep these out of reach of your dogs. When using a live Christmas trees, either find a stand with a covered base or block access to the stand. This will keep your dog from drinking the water and possibly knocking over your Christmas tree! In the garden, it’s important to keep your dog away from onions, azaleas and geraniums. If you suspect that your pet has eaten a poisonous plant, call your veterinarian immediately. ** Shopping around for pet supplies can save money: Yesterday I saved $18.00 by comparison shopping online for flea and tick control for our dogs. I found the best prices AND free shipping at |
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Think dogs don’t understand words?
These guys sure do!
These guys sure do!
Rest in peace Babygirl (1997 - 2005)
This page is dedicated to the memory
of the best dog I’ve ever known!
She was beautiful, extremely well-behaved,
loving, loyal and lovable. I'm proud to have
been her "Mom"!
of the best dog I’ve ever known!
She was beautiful, extremely well-behaved,
loving, loyal and lovable. I'm proud to have
been her "Mom"!
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