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This is a quick and easy training exercise for dogs of all ages. 7-week-old puppies can learn this as easily as older dogs. This is also one of the most important behaviors your dog can learn. Why is this so important? For one, it can potentially save...
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If you ever feel frustrated or overwhelmed by your dog's behavior you should focus on one or two behaviors at a time. This will help focus your attention on behaviors that your dog is exhibiting at the present time. I always have a "checklist"...
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I finished up with a client on Saturday that I haven’t seen in a while. He is now almost twelve months old and is doing extremely well in all the basic areas that are most important to puppy guardians. He walks well on the leash (he has his moments around...
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"Settle" is simply another name for an extended down cue. However, it is often used as an “off” switch for dogs that are a bit too exuberant, mouthy, or wild. There are many strategies to get a good Settle cue. ...
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Wouldn't it be great if you could just sit a dog down and say, "Welcome to the house. Let's have an arrangement. I will walk you, play with you, feed you good food and give you medical care. The only requirements are that you don't destroy...
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Do you have a new puppy or planning on getting one soon? Are you worried that you are doing the wrong thing? Confused about all the different ideas you are getting from friends, family, books, television shows and the internet? Listen to Jeff Millman...
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I am proud to announce the release of my new video: " Puppy Biting and Rules of Tug ". Puppy biting can be one of the more frustrating and painful puppy behaviors. Puppies normally explore the world with their mouths and don't understand...
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There are a lot of misconceptions about playing tug with your dog. In my experience, (and lots of other trainers I respect) as long as you teach your dog some ground rules, tug is a great way to condition your dog to have a soft mouth as well as providing...
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