http://www.articlesnatch.com/profile/Jonathan-Cheong/234 Jonathan Cheong is an author at ArticleSnatch.com Article Directory. Below are the most recent articles from Jonathan Cheong. For more of articles by Jonathan Cheong please use the link above. http://www.articlesnatch.com/profile/Jonathan-Cheong/234 http://s1.ascdn.com/i/logo.gif en-us http://www.articlesnatch.com/profile/Jonathan-Cheong/234 PHP/ http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Advance-Dog-Training---When-To-Give-Your-Dog-The-Freedom-Off-The-Leash/10835 Many dog owners are anxious to give their four legged companions the freedom of going off leash, but it is important not to rush that important step. Dogs should only be allowed off their leash after they have become masters of all the basic obedience commands, such as walking at your heel, sitting and staying on command. Another skill that must be completely mastered before the dog can be taken off the leash is the come when called command. Even if the dog can heel, sit and stay perfectly, if he cannot be relied upon to come when called, he is not ready to be taken off the leash. Taking any dog off the leash, especially in a busy, crowded area, or one with a lot of traffic, is a big step and not one to be taken lightly. It is vital to adequately test your dog in a safe environment before taking him off his leash. After all, the leash is the main instrument of control. You must be absolutely certain you can rely on your voice commands for control before removing the leash.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br> Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Click Here => <a href="http://www.absolute-dog-training.com"> http://www.absolute-dog-training.com</a> Thu, 09 Feb 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Advance-Dog-Training---When-To-Give-Your-Dog-The-Freedom-Off-The-Leash/10835 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Technique-To-Test-Whether-Your-Dog-Is-Ready-To-Train-And-Absolute-Fun-Ways-To-Train-Your-Dog/10620 Coming when called is a vital skill that every dog must learn, both for its own safety and that of those around it. A disobedient dog that refuses to come when called could easily be hit by a car, get into a fight with another dog, or suffer a variety of other bad experiences. A well trained dog that comes when called can safely be taken out to play in the local park, at the beach, on the hiking trail, or anywhere else the owner and dog may wish to go. Basic training to come when called is relatively easy and straightforward, and involves providing praise, treats and other perks when the dog does as his owner wants. After these basic come when called training exercises are mastered, there are a number of fun exercises that can be introduced to challenge the dog and pique its interest. Making training into a fun game is one of the best ways to motivate dog and handler alike. It is easy for training sessions to become routine and boring, and it is important to keep them from degenerating into this state.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br> Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Click Here => <a href="http://www.absolute-dog-training.com"> http://www.absolute-dog-training.com</a> Thu, 09 Feb 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Technique-To-Test-Whether-Your-Dog-Is-Ready-To-Train-And-Absolute-Fun-Ways-To-Train-Your-Dog/10620 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Easy-Way-To-Avoid-Discouragement-And-Confusion-While-Training-Your-Dog/10184 Rewards just may be the single most important motivator in dog training. Obedience training through the use of rewards and other positive reinforcements has long been recognized as the most effective method of reaching most dogs and getting the best possible results. Making obedience training fun, and even making it a bit of a game, can be very important to keeping both the dog and the handler motivated and willing to learn. Incorporating a period of playtime at the beginning and end of every training session will make sure that every session begins and ends on a good note. The most basic of all obedience commands is heeling, or walking with the handler on a loose lead. This is usually the first obedience behavior that is taught, and it is an easy one to teach through reward training. Begin by fitting the dog with a quality, properly fitted training lead and training collar. If you are unsure of how to fit the training collar, be sure to ask a dog trainer, or the manager at the store where the equipment is purchased. Start walking with the dog, always being cognizant of the dog’s position relative to your own.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br> Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Click Here => <a href="http://www.absolute-dog-training.com"> http://www.absolute-dog-training.com</a> Tue, 07 Feb 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Easy-Way-To-Avoid-Discouragement-And-Confusion-While-Training-Your-Dog/10184 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Why-Obedience-Training-Determines-Whether-Your-Dog-Is-Happy-And-Productive/10048 Obedience training is one of the most important and most effective things any owner can do for his or her dog. A properly obedience trained dog is a happy, productive and safe member of the family, while a untrained dog can be destructive and even dangerous. Dogs are designed by nature to follow leaders, and to look for that leadership. As pack animals, dogs naturally follow the directions of their pack leader. In the absence of a strong leader, the dog may assume this role itself. Dogs that think of themselves as the leader of their human pack can become uncooperative, destructive and even dangerous. Proper obedience training opens up important lines of communication between handler and dog. The basis of any obedience training program is to gain the cooperation and respect of the animal. This respect cannot be exerted through rough handling methods or mistreatment. It must instead be earned through leadership and proper training techniques. Basic obedience training consists of teaching the dog what to do and what not to do.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br> Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Click Here => <a href="http://www.absolute-dog-training.com"> http://www.absolute-dog-training.com</a> Sun, 05 Feb 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Why-Obedience-Training-Determines-Whether-Your-Dog-Is-Happy-And-Productive/10048 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Uncover-Ways-To-Prevent-Your-Dog-From-Unwanted-Urination/9997 Problems with inappropriate urination are some of the most commonly encountered by dog owners. As a matter of fact, inappropriate urination and defecation is the most frequently cited reason that owners surrender their animals to shelters. Before you can address problems with inappropriate urination, it is important to understand the basis of the problem. There are several reasons why dogs lose control of their bladders, and it is important to know the root cause of the problem before it can be properly addressed. Problem #1 – Excitement Urination Dogs often urinate when they become overly excited, and dogs that are otherwise perfectly housebroken sometimes show their excitement by dribbling urine when greeting you excitedly. It is normal for some dogs to urinate when they get excited, and this can be a particular problem for many older dogs. A lot of excitement induced urination occurs in young puppies, and it is caused by a lack of bladder control. The puppy may not even know he is urinating, and punishment will simply confuse him. Becoming angry with the puppy will quickly cause excitement urination to morph into submissive urination, thus compounding the problem.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br> Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Click Here => <a href="http://www.absolute-dog-training.com"> http://www.absolute-dog-training.com</a> Sun, 05 Feb 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Uncover-Ways-To-Prevent-Your-Dog-From-Unwanted-Urination/9997 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Here-s-How-You-Can-Stop-Your-Dog-From-Pulling-On-The-Leash-During-Walks/7581 Pulling on the leash is one of the most common misbehaviors seen on all kinds of dogs. Puppies and adult dogs alike can often be seen taking their owners for walks, instead of the other way around. Pulling on the leash can be much more than an annoying habit. Leash pulling can lead to escape in the case of a break in the collar or leash, and an out of control, off leash dog can be both destructive and dangerous to itself and to others. Leash pulling can result from a variety of different things. In some cases, the dog may simply be so excited to go for a walk that he or she is unable to control themselves. In other cases, the dog sees itself as the leader of the pack, and he or she simply takes the “leadership position” at the front of the pack. If excitement is the motivation for leash pulling, simply giving the dog a few minutes to calm down can often be a big help. Simply stand with the dog on the leash for a couple minutes and let the initial excitement of the upcoming walk pass.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br> Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Click Here => <a href="http://www.absolute-dog-training.com"> http://www.absolute-dog-training.com</a> Thu, 26 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Here-s-How-You-Can-Stop-Your-Dog-From-Pulling-On-The-Leash-During-Walks/7581 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-One-Important-Aspect-You-Must-Differentiate-In-Order-To-Gain-Respect-From-Your-Dog/7128 The basis of training any animal is winning its trust, confidence and respect. True training cannot begin until the animal has accepted you as its leader, respects you and entrusted you with his or her confidence. The mistake many puppy owners make is mistaking love and affection for respect and confidence. While it is certainly important to love your new puppy, it is also very important that the puppy respect you and see you as his leader. Dogs are naturally pack animals, and every dog looks to the lead dog for advice and direction. Making yourself the pack leader is vital to the success of training any dog. Failure to gain the respect of the dog can create a dog who is disobedient, out of control and even dangerous. Problem dogs are dangerous, whether they are created through bad breeding, owner ignorance or improper training. It is important to train the dog right from the start, since retraining a problem dog is much more difficult than training a puppy right the first time.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br> Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Click Here => <a href="http://www.absolute-dog-training.com"> http://www.absolute-dog-training.com</a> Mon, 23 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-One-Important-Aspect-You-Must-Differentiate-In-Order-To-Gain-Respect-From-Your-Dog/7128 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/What-You-Should-Know-About-Crate-Training---One-Of-The-Most-Effective-Ways-Of-House-Training-Any-Puppy-Or-Dog/7082 Crate training is one of the most effective ways of house training any puppy or dog. Crate training is very efficient, and very effective, since it uses the natural instinct of the dog to achieve the desired result of a clean house and a well trained dog. The concept behind crate training is that a dog naturally strives to avoid soiling the area where it eats and sleeps. By placing the dog in the crate, this instinct is enhanced. The dog will come to see the crate as its den, and it will try to avoid soiling its den. The key to successful crate training for a puppy or an older dog, as with other forms of dog training, is to establish a good routine. This routine will enhance the ability of the dog to do its business in the right place, and avoid eliminating in the wrong place. It is important to shower the dog with praise each and every time it eliminates in the established toilet area, and not to express frustration or anger when the dog makes a mistake.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br> Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Click Here => <a href="http://www.absolute-dog-training.com"> http://www.absolute-dog-training.com</a> Mon, 23 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/What-You-Should-Know-About-Crate-Training---One-Of-The-Most-Effective-Ways-Of-House-Training-Any-Puppy-Or-Dog/7082 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Simple-Solutions-With-Dealing-And-Overcoming-Dog-House-Training-Issues---Ignore-This-And-Your-Dog-Would-Dirty-And-Soil-Y/6984 The best house training uses the dogs own instincts to avoid soiling its bed to train the dog where and where not to eliminate. That is the basis behind crate training, in which the dog is confined to its crate in the absence of the owner, and den training, in which the dog is confined to a small area of the home. In essence, the crate, or the room, becomes the dog’s den. Dogs are naturally very clean animals, and they try their best to avoid using their dens as toilets. This type of training usually works very well, both for puppies and for older dogs. Problems with this type of toilet training are usually the result of not understanding the signals the dog is sending, not being consistent with feeding times, or trying to rush the process. While the house training process can be sped up somewhat by consistently praising the dog and rewarding it for toileting in the proper place, some dogs cannot be rushed through this important process. It is always best to house train the dog properly the first time than to go back and retrain a problem dog.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br> Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Click Here => <a href="http://www.absolute-dog-training.com"> http://www.absolute-dog-training.com</a> Sun, 22 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Simple-Solutions-With-Dealing-And-Overcoming-Dog-House-Training-Issues---Ignore-This-And-Your-Dog-Would-Dirty-And-Soil-Y/6984 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Learn-The-Procedures-Of-Paper-Training-Your-Dog-For-A-Healthier-And-Cleaner-Environment/6804 House training is one of the most important elements of creating a well trained dog and trusted family member. Problems with house training and similar issues are the number one reason that dogs are surrendered to shelters, so properly house training your dog can literally save his or her life. House training a puppy does not need to be difficult, but it is important to take the process seriously, plan ahead and take things slowly. Some dogs will be easier to house break than others, so it important to work with your dog. Rushing the process can be counterproductive and cause you to have to start all over again. When it comes to house training a new puppy, it is important to know what to expect. Unless the owner is able to supervise the puppy round the clock, it is difficult to complete the house training process until the dog is at least six months old. It is important to know this ahead of time so you can be prepared.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br> Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Click Here => <a href="http://www.absolute-dog-training.com"> http://www.absolute-dog-training.com</a> Sat, 21 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Learn-The-Procedures-Of-Paper-Training-Your-Dog-For-A-Healthier-And-Cleaner-Environment/6804 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Do-s-And-The-Don-ts-Of-House-Training-Your-Puppy/6778 House training a puppy is very important for the well being of both the puppy and the owner. The number one reason that dogs are surrender to animal shelters is problems with inappropriate elimination, so it is easy to see why proper house training is such an important consideration. It is important to establish proper toilet habits when the puppy is young, since these habits can last a lifetime, and be very hard to break once they are established. It is very important for the owner to house break the puppy properly. In most cases, true house training cannot begin until the puppy is six months old. Puppies younger than this generally lack the bowel and bladder control that is needed for true house training. Puppies younger than six months should be confined to a small, puppy proofed room when the owner cannot supervise them. The entire floor of the room should be covered with newspapers or similar absorbent materials, and the paper changed every time it is soiled. As the puppy gets older, the amount of paper used can be reduced as the puppy begins to establish a preferred toilet area.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br> Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Click Here => http://www.absolute-dog-training.com Sat, 21 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Do-s-And-The-Don-ts-Of-House-Training-Your-Puppy/6778 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-House-Train-Your-Dog-Effectively/6766 House training is one of the most important parts of training any dog to be a valued part of the family. As with many other aspects of dog training, the best way to house train a dog is to use the dog’s own nature to your benefit. The great thing about dogs, and the thing that can make house training much easier, is that dogs are instinctively very clean animals. Dogs would rather not soil the areas where they sleep and eat. In addition, dogs are very good at developing habits regarding where they like to urinate and defecate. For example, dogs that are used to eliminating on concrete or gravel will prefer to eliminate there rather than on grass or dirt. It is possible to use these natural canine habits when house training your dog. Setting up the training area The first step in house training your dog is to set up your training area. A small, confined space such as a bathroom, or part of a kitchen or garage, works best as a training area. This method of training differs from crate training.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br> Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Click Here => http://www.absolute-dog-training.com Sat, 21 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-House-Train-Your-Dog-Effectively/6766 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-You-Can-Prevent-Your-Puppy-From-Jumping-On-People--Tugging-The-Leash-And-Roaming-Around-Dangerously/6319 Unfortunately, eliminating problem behaviors is one thing that most dog owners eventually face. Here we will focus on a few of the most commonly encountered behavior problems. Problem #1 – Jumping up on people One of the most frequently cited problems with dogs is that of jumping up on people. Unfortunately, this is one of those behaviors that is often inadvertently encouraged by well meaning owners. After all, it is cute and adorable when that little 10 pound puppy jumps up on you, your family members and your friends. Many people reward this behavior on the part of a small puppy with kisses and treats. This is a huge mistake, however, since that cute little puppy may soon become a full grown dog who could weigh well in excess of 100 pounds. Suddenly that cute jumping behavior is no longer quite so cute. In addition to being annoying, jumping up on people can be dangerous as well. A large, heavy dog, jumping enthusiastically, can easily knock over a child or an older or handicapped adult. In today’s litigious society, such an incident could easily make you, as the dog’s owner, the subject of an unwanted lawsuit.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br> Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Click Here => http://www.absolute-dog-training.com Tue, 17 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-You-Can-Prevent-Your-Puppy-From-Jumping-On-People--Tugging-The-Leash-And-Roaming-Around-Dangerously/6319 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Tips-On-Eliminating-Your-Puppy-Bad-Habits-Of-Whining--Excessive-Barking-And-Chewing/5007 Anyone who owns a dog or puppy will eventually run into the need to eliminate unwanted habits. While most dogs are eager to please their owners and smart enough to do what is asked of them, it is important for the owner to properly communicate just what constitutes acceptable and unacceptable behaviors. Each type of unacceptable behavior requires its own specific cures, and in most cases the cures will need to be tailored to fit the specific personality of the dog. Every breed of dog has its own unique personality characteristics, and every individual within that breed has his or her own unique personality. Whining, howling and excessive barking Let’s start with one of the most frequently encountered problem behaviors in both dogs and puppies. While some barking and other vocalizing is perfectly normal, in many cases barking, howling and whining can become problematic. This is particularly important for those living in apartment buildings, or in closely spaced homes. Fielding complaints about barking is not the best way for you and your dog to meet the neighbors.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br> Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Click Here => http://www.absolute-dog-training.com Thu, 12 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Tips-On-Eliminating-Your-Puppy-Bad-Habits-Of-Whining--Excessive-Barking-And-Chewing/5007 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Learn-The-Strategies-To-Train-Your-Puppy-To-Accept-The-Collar-And-Lead/4266 Walking on a collar and lead is an important skill that every dog must learn. Even the best trained dog should never be taken outside the home or yard without a sturdy collar and leash. Even if your dog is trained perfectly to go off lead, accidents and distractions do happen, and a collar, with proper identification attached, is the best way to be sure you will get your beloved companion back. Of course before you can teach your new puppy to accept a leash, he or she must first learn to accept wearing a collar. The first step is to choose a collar that fits the dog properly. It is important to measure the puppy’s neck, and to choose a collar size accordingly. After the collar has been put on the puppy, simply let him or her get used to it. It is not unusual for a puppy to try to pull on the collar, whine, roll or squirm when first introduced to a collar. The best strategy is to simply ignore the puppy and let him or her get used to the collar.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br>Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Click Here => http://www.absolute-dog-training.com Thu, 05 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Learn-The-Strategies-To-Train-Your-Puppy-To-Accept-The-Collar-And-Lead/4266 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Quick-Ways-To-Teach-Your-Puppy-To-Climb-Stairs-And-To-Accept-The-Collar/4232 Bringing home a new puppy is always an exciting time for the entire family. Getting that new puppy off the right start with proper training is very important to making that puppy a valued member of his human family. There are a number of talents that every new puppy must master, including going up and down the stairs, and how to accept a new collar as if she’s worn it her entire life. It is best to introduce a new puppy to the household when everyone in the family is present, and when the household is as calm as possible. That is why animal care experts discourage parents from giving puppies and kittens as holiday presents. The holiday season is typically much too busy, with far too many distractions, for a young puppy or kitten to get the attention it needs. It is best to wait until the holidays have passed before introducing the new family member. Once the puppy is part of the household, there are some things he or she will need to learn. One of the first challenges of a multi-story home will be learning to climb up and down the stair.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br>Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE Click Here => http://www.absolute-dog-training.com Wed, 04 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Quick-Ways-To-Teach-Your-Puppy-To-Climb-Stairs-And-To-Accept-The-Collar/4232 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Train-Your-Dog-Not-To-Chew/4228 Chewing is something that comes naturally to every dog. Every dog feels the instinctual need to sharpen its teeth and hone his biting skills. Chewing on the right things, like specially designed chew toys for instance, can even help the dog clean his teeth and remove plaque. Even though chewing is natural and healthy, that does not mean that the dog should be given carte blanche and allowed to chew everything in sight. It is vital for every dog to learn the difference between the things it is OK to chew on, like toys and ropes, and the things that are off limits, such as carpets, shoes and other items. When working with a new puppy, it is advisable to keep the puppy in a small, puppy proofed room for at least a few weeks. This is important not only to prevent chewing but to properly house train the puppy as well. Older dogs should also be confined to a small area at first. Doing this allows the dog to slowly acquaint him or herself to the smells and sights of the new household.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br>Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE Click Here => http://www.absolute-dog-training.com Wed, 04 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Train-Your-Dog-Not-To-Chew/4228 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Intelligent-Way-To-Eliminate-Your-Puppy-Biting-Behaviors/3814 Bringing home a new puppy is always an exciting time. Introducing the new puppy to the family should be fun for both yourself and your puppy. One of the first challenges, however, to the excitement of the new puppy, is curbing inappropriate puppy behaviors. Preventing biting and mouthing Biting and mouthing is a common activity for many young puppies and dogs. Puppies naturally bite and mouth each other when playing with siblings, and they extend this behavior to their human companions. While other puppies have thick skin, however, humans do not, so it is important to teach your puppy what is appropriate, and what is not, when it comes to using those sharp teeth. The first part of training the puppy is to inhibit the biting reflex. Biting might be cute and harmless with a 5 pound puppy, but it is neither cute nor harmless when that dog has grown to adulthood. Therefore, puppies should be taught to control their bit before they reach the age of four months. Puppies normally learn to inhibit their bite from their mothers and their littermates, but since they are taken away from their mothers so young, many never learn this important lesson.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br>Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Click Here => http://www.absolute-dog-training.com Sun, 01 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Intelligent-Way-To-Eliminate-Your-Puppy-Biting-Behaviors/3814 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Do-s-and-Don-ts-Of-Teaching-Your-Puppy-Proper-Socialization-Skills/3743 Teaching a puppy or a dog proper socialization skills is vital to the safety of both your dog and other dogs and people with whom he comes into contact. A properly socialized dog is a happy dog, and a joy to be around for both humans and animals. A poorly socialized dog, or one with no socialization at all, is a danger to other animals, other people and even his own family. Socialization is best done when the puppy is as young as possible The socialization lessons a young puppy learns are difficult to undo, and it is important to remember that the socialization skills the puppy learns will affect his behavior for the rest of his life. A dog that is properly socialized will be neither frightened of nor aggressive towards either animals or humans. A properly socialized dog will take each new experience and stimulus in stride, and not become fearful or aggressive. Dogs that are not properly socialized often bite because of fear, and such a dog can become a hazard and a liability to the family who owns it. Improperly socialized dogs are also unable to adapt to new situations.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br>Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE! Click Here => http://www.absolute-dog-training.com Fri, 30 Dec 2005 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Do-s-and-Don-ts-Of-Teaching-Your-Puppy-Proper-Socialization-Skills/3743 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Learn-The-Methods-Of-How-Your-Puppy-Can-Socialize-Around/3213 Bringing a new puppy into the household is always an exciting and fun time. Everyone wants to play with, cuddle and hold the little ball of fur. The last thing on the minds of most new puppy owners is training the new addition, but it is important that puppy training and socialization begin as early as possible. Socializing a new puppy is a vital part of any training program, and it is important for socialization to begin early. The window for socialization is very short, and a puppy that is not properly socialized to people, dogs and other animals by the time he or she is four months old often never develops the socialization he or she needs to become a good canine citizen. One great way to socialize your puppy both to new people and new dogs is to take it on a trip to your local pet store. Many major pet store chains, and some independent ones as well, allow pet parents to bring their furry children, and these stores can be great places for puppies to get used to new sights, sounds and smells.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br>Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Immediate Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE Click Here => http://www.absolute-dog-training.com Thu, 29 Dec 2005 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Learn-The-Methods-Of-How-Your-Puppy-Can-Socialize-Around/3213 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Train-Your-Puppy-The-Right-Way---Introducing-Your-Puppy-To-Your-Home-And-Family/3144 Puppy training is very important, whether you are training your first puppy or your 20th. Properly training and socializing a puppy is vital to making it a valued member of your family and your community. In some ways training a puppy is easier than training an adult or adolescent dog. One reason is that the puppy is essentially a “blank slate”, untroubled by past training techniques and other issues. In other ways, however, the puppy can be more difficult to train than an older dog. One challenge to training a new puppy is that puppies are more easily distractible than adolescent and adult dogs. Everything is new to a puppy, and every new experience provides a new chance for distraction. For this reason, it is best to keep training sessions short when working with a puppy, and to end each training sessions on a positive note. It is also important to allow the puppy plenty of time to play, and to interact with other puppies and dogs. Socialization training is vital to making your new puppy a good canine citizen, as dog aggression is a growing problem in many areas.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br>Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Immediate Effective Results In Less Than 1 Week Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE Click Here => http://www.absolute-dog-training.com Wed, 28 Dec 2005 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Train-Your-Puppy-The-Right-Way---Introducing-Your-Puppy-To-Your-Home-And-Family/3144 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-You-Can-Prevent-Your-Dog-From-Aggression--Destroying-Furniture--And-To-Avoid-Stress/2813 There are many reasons for teaching proper dog behavior, and teaching such behavior has many benefits for both the human and canine partners. Dog behavior training is vital to such life and death issues as preventing aggression, controlling dog on dog aggression problems and teaching dogs to interact properly with both their handlers and with other members of the family. Understanding how dogs evolved, and how dogs interact with each other, is very important to understanding how to properly train your dog to be a devoted, loyal companion. The original dogs were probably orphaned wolf pups adopted by early humans. These wild dogs probably learned to perform behaviors that their human protectors valued, such as guarding the cave or scaring off predators. In exchange for these valued behaviors, the humans probably provided their new companions with foods, protection and shelter. That kind of relationship still exists today, of course, and dogs still can, and do, perform valuable jobs for their human benefactors. Those jobs include herding and guarding livestock, guarding property, guarding people, and finding game. When planning a dog training program, it is important to know that dogs are pack animals.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br>Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Immediate Effective Results Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE Click Here => http://www.absolute-dog-training.com Tue, 27 Dec 2005 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-You-Can-Prevent-Your-Dog-From-Aggression--Destroying-Furniture--And-To-Avoid-Stress/2813 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Advice-To-Using-Positive-Reinforcement-And-Rewards-To-Train-Your-Dog/2745 Training dogs using positive reinforcement and reward training has long been recognized as both highly effective for the owner and a positive experience for the dog. Positive reinforcement training is so important that it is the only method used to train dangerous animals like lions and tigers for work in circuses and in the movie and television industry. Proponents of positive reinforcement swear by the effectiveness of their techniques, and it is true that the vast majority of dogs respond well to these training methods. One reason that positive reinforcement training is so effective is that is uses rewards to teach the dog what is expected of it. When the dog performs the desired behavior, he is provided with a reward, most often in the form of a food treat, but it could be a scratch behind the ears, a rub under the chin or a pat on the head as well. The important thing is that the dog is rewarded consistently for doing the right thing. Reward training has become increasingly popular in recent years, but chances are some sort of reward training between humans and dogs has been going on for hundreds if not thousands of years.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br>Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Immediate Effective Results Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE Click Here => http://www.absolute-dog-training.com Mon, 26 Dec 2005 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Advice-To-Using-Positive-Reinforcement-And-Rewards-To-Train-Your-Dog/2745 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Other-Ways-To-Reward-And-Keep-Your-Dog-Motivated-Other-Than-Food-And-How-To-Keep-Your-Dog-To-Stay-Focus/1761 Keeping the attention of a dog while training is not always easy. Dogs can be easily distracted, and it is important to not allow the training sessions to be sabotaged by boredom. Making training fun for the dog and the human alike is vital to creating a happy, well adjusted and well trained dog. Providing random positive stimuli during the day is a great way to keep the interest of the dog. Doing things the dog enjoys, like walking in the park, riding in the car, and playing with other dogs, is a great way to keep the dog’s attention and reward him for small successes. For instance, in order to reward the dog for coming to you, for instance, ask the dog to come to you, without giving any clues about a walk, a car ride, or other treats. After the dog has come to you and obediently sat down, attach the leash and start the reward. This can be either the aforementioned walk in the park, ride in the car, or anything else the dog likes to do.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br>Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Immediate Effective Results Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE Click Here => http://www.absolute-dog-training.com Wed, 21 Dec 2005 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Other-Ways-To-Reward-And-Keep-Your-Dog-Motivated-Other-Than-Food-And-How-To-Keep-Your-Dog-To-Stay-Focus/1761 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/What-You-Should-Know-About-Using-Food-As-Reward-Training-For-Your-Dog-And-Calling-Your-Dog-To-Come/1414 Training with treats and other food based rewards is a great way to motivate your dog and speed the training process along. Most dogs are highly motivated by food rewards, and treat training using this kind of positive reinforcement is used to train all sorts of animals, including tigers, lions, elephants and even house cats. Before you begin a treat based training session, however, it is a good idea to test the dog to make sure that food will motivate him through the session. Begin around the dog’s regular meal time by taking a piece of its food and waving it in front of the dog’s nose. If the dog shows an enthusiasm for the food, now is a great time to start the training. If the dog shows little interest, or none at all, it may be best to put off the training until another time. Don’t be afraid to delay the start of meal time in order to pique the dog’s interest in training. The advantages of proper training will far outweigh any delay in feeding. It is generally best to get the dog used to regular feedings, instead of leaving food out all the time.** End Summary**<p>About the Author:<br>Discover How You Can Train Your Dog With Immediate Effective Results Using Proven Simple Steps For FREE Click Here => http://www.absolute-dog-training.com Fri, 16 Dec 2005 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/What-You-Should-Know-About-Using-Food-As-Reward-Training-For-Your-Dog-And-Calling-Your-Dog-To-Come/1414