Dog training videos are not just fun, they are really helpful too. Pippa has chosen a great selection here for you today. Dog training does require some basic knowledge, and reading up on the theory is important. But dog training is also a practical process. There is only so much […] Read More
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Best Puppy Beds For Your Sleepy Little Dog
Puppy beds are important. They don’t just give him somewhere comfortable to rest after a tiring day playing, but a place to feel and safe and secure in their new environment. We have been taking a look at some of the great choices available to new puppy owners. We have […] Read More
Negative Reinforcement In Dog Training
It is very common for people to get in a muddle with some aspects of the terminology that surrounds behavioral science when it comes to dog training. Most people nowadays do understand what Positive Reinforcement is. They understand that this means teaching dogs the right thing to do by reinforcing […] Read More
9 Ways To Have A Successful Dog Training Session
Do you ever get back from spending a good chunk of time training your dog, only to feel like you’ve not really achieved anything? In this article we are going to look at 9 ways to have a better training session with your dog. We spend hours with our dogs, […] Read More
Stage One: Dog Training Starts Here
Stage One is the very first stage in dog training. This is the ‘Get It’ stage of my ‘Get It’, ‘Pair It’, ‘Teach It’ dog training system. It’s all about getting a new behavior established. In stage one we Get the dog into a position, such as SIT or DOWN. Or […] Read More
Dog Training Discs, Rattle Bottles and Pet Correctors
Dog training discs and rattle bottles were once quite popular ways of correcting unwanted behavior in pet dogs. Along with pet correctors which squirt compressed air. In this article we’re going to look at how rattle bottles and dog training discs work, and why their use in dog training is […] Read More
Dog Distraction Training or How to Cure Selective Deafness
All dogs find it harder to be obedient when there are distractions around. Dog distraction training is all about teaching a dog to be obedient no matter what is going on around him. It is a great way to cure selective deafness. And it is achievable for dogs of any […] Read More
Dog Training: What To Do When Treats Don’t Work
Nearly every week someone says to me “Training with food is all very well, but what do you do when food doesn’t work?” And you know, they have a point! What happens in situations when training treats don’t work? When you call your puppy and he wants to play with […] Read More
Whistle or Clicker – Dog Training Signals And How to Choose Between Them
We communicate with dogs using signals. Sometimes we make these signals with our body or voice, a gesture or a word. But sometimes we use a mechanical device like a whistle, or a clicker, to send a signal to our puppy or dog. We chat to our dogs too of […] Read More
How to Use and Choose Effective Rewards to Train Your Puppy or Dog
Today we are going to look at how to choose the best rewards to help you train your puppy or dog. And at how to use those rewards effectively. It isn’t complicated, but it is important that you understand the principles involved. So we’ll be giving you a simple set […] Read More
About The Happy Puppy Site
The Happy Puppy Site HOME ABOUT PLANNING Planning Your Puppy Different Dog Breeds Which Breed Of Dog Is Best For Me? Finding Your Puppy NEW PUPPY Your New Puppy Puppy Names GUIDES Feeding Your Puppy Socializing Your Puppy Grooming Your Puppy Exercising Your Puppy TRAINING HELP About Usmeet the happy […] Read More
The Demise of Dominance Theory In Dog Training
Discover the truth about dominance and its relevance to dog training. Let’s take a look at the evidence People sometimes ask me why I disagree with trying to train or manage dogs using dominance techniques. They ask me how I know that dominance theory and pack leadership is not relevant […] Read More
Is It Wrong To Buy A Puppy – The Adopt Don’t Shop Campaign
Are dogs over populated? Should we stop breeding dogs until our shelters are empty? Is it wrong to buy a puppy when so many dogs need homes? These are some of the important issues addressed in this article. A couple of days ago I tweeted a link to an article containing […] Read More
Punishment In Dog Training
Find out why the use of punishments in dog training has changed over the last few years. Learn what positive punishment is, and how negative punishment can help you train your puppy. CONTENTS What is punishment? What is positive punishment Examples of positive punishment What is […] Read More
Feeding your puppy commercial dog food: the pros and cons of kibble
We all want to give our puppy the best possible diet. Feeding your puppy on commercial dog food is a common choice, but lately there have been some concerns raised over the contents of this very convenient food. Just a few decades ago, kibble did not exist. Dog food came […] Read More
Which breed of puppy: Looking at Boxers
The Boxer is a proud breed, with a loyal following of fans throughout the globe. From its origins in Germany in the late 1800’s right up until today, it has an army of loving owners. With a distinctive face and powerful, energetic body, this noble breed has character by the […] Read More
11 Top Tips for a Great Puppy Recall
For most dog owners, the most important command they will ever teach their new puppy is the recall. Not only will it make life with your growing dog more pleasant, it will potentially help to keep him safe from harm too. Even if you have no intentions of doing advanced […] Read More
3 ways to train your puppy to sit
There are three popular ways to train your puppy to sit. We’re going to look at each one in turn. We’ll check out the pros and cons. And help you decide which way is right for you. This is not about teaching a dog to sit in all kinds of […] Read More
Which breed of puppy: Looking at Dachshunds
Few dogs are as recognisable as the adorable Dachshund. From cartoons and caricatures, to old oil paintings and hunting prints, this feisty little fellow is well known and well liked around the UK. But the Dachshund’s characterful body shape comes with a serious problem. In this article, we’ll not only be […] Read More
How To Feed Your Puppy On Kibble
This is a complete guide to feeding your puppy on kibble. How to chose a brand, how much to give your puppy, how often, and how to tell if he is too fat or too thin. HELPFUL LINKS What is kibble made from? Where can I […] Read More
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