How to train an adopted greyhound
The greyhound is a loving dog, but because most adopted greyhounds are racing retirees they need training to adapt to living with a family.
Dog training tips
Dog training takes time and effort. To be successful, use these dog training tips: Be a leader, be firm, be humane and give praise.
Dog training tips: Be a leader
Dogs are social, pack-oriented animals who respond best to a leader figure whether dog or human. The best pack leaders are the ones who are the most consistent. Dogs react to consistency because they know they can trust the consistent leader. Consistent leaders don’t invite the dog onto the couch one day and punish him the next when he jumps on the couch without permission.
Dog training tip: Be firm
Good leaders are firm without being harsh. A good leader tells the dog to do something. He or she doesn’t shout at the dog, plead with the dog or scream at the dog to obey. The punctuation at the end of a good leader’s command is merely a period.
Dog training tip: Be humane
Third, a good leader is compassionate. He or she doesn’t punish the dog for mistakes that were made by the leader.
Dog training tip: Give praise
When the dog does something praiseworthy, deliver approval immediately. The good leader does not praise behaviors that are unwanted, no matter how unintentional the recognition may be.
If the dog is showing fear, aggressiveness, or timidity, the good leader either ignores the behavior or tells the dog to knock it off. The good leader doesn’t praise, and, therefore, encourage the response, by stroking the dog, telling him it’s OK, you’re a good boy, etc., while the dog is acting out.
7 puppy tips for a successful first week
Bringing home a puppy is a big responsibility. Use these first-week puppy tips to establish a strong, healthy relationship with your puppy.
7 pro training tips to ensure your dog is well-behaved
Use seven pro tips to create a well-behaved dog: Use treats for training, keep sessions fun, start on day one and stick to a schedule.
Virtual pet training: Benefit or challenge for puppies and owners?
During virtual pet training, trainers provide interactive pet training and learning activities online in private lessons or group classes.
Use training to eliminate dog aggression
Training can modify dog aggression by desensitizing the dog to stimuli that pump adrenaline making them fearful, angry and out of control.
Bigger breeds: Use 5 tips to train large dogs
Large dog training may not be as challenging as it sounds if you begin early. A poorly trained or untrained big dog can be dangerous.
Dog training: 5 steps to teach your dog the leg weaving trick
One popular dog trick you can teach your dog is leg weaving: a trick where your dog goes between your legs in a figure-eight pattern.
How to cope when your puppy becomes a difficult teenager
Do you know what to expect and how to cope when your puppy becomes a difficult teenager? Dogs may assert independence and stop obeying.
Confused about treats and nutrition for your dog? We’ve got you covered
Dog treats are an important part of your dog’s diet, so it is vital that you include treats in your calorie calculation for the day.
Why do pets bite when playing and how can you stop them?
Teach your puppy not to bite while playing while the dog is young. Encourage your puppy to play with toys and reward him for doing just that.
