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6 Tips to Calm Down An Anxious Dog

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Have you ever experienced having an anxiety? If you have, you know that feeling nervousness and stress can be very overwhelming. Well, pets also experience anxieties that humans experience and can vary greatly. I am sure that it must be very difficult for a pet owner to witness their dogs suffering these anxieties. Calming an anxious dog can be very tough and you might need help from experts to address this problem. There are many signs of the presence of anxiety and it can change your dog’s behavior after some time. These symptoms can include pacing, trembling, shaking, lip-licking, frequent yawning, and decreased appetite. Physiologic effects may also take place and may include drooling, dilated pupils, increased heart rate, and panting. If you have noticed some of these behaviors, your pet may be experiencing anxiety. Try to calm him down and find out what’s causing this behavior. You may also seek help from his veterinarian to be able to address his behaviors acc...

3 Methods to Calm Your Dog Around Other Dogs

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It is natural for a dog to be excited being around other dogs, especially if it is their own kind. Dogs are naturally pack animals which means they are used to being in groups, this also means that they are highly social animals and they constantly long for attention and the presence of others. But what do you think will happen if your canine buddy gets too much excited being around others and he gets completely out of hand? It may be possible that your dog’s barking, whining, and jumping may not be pleasing for other dogs. Your dog can put himself in danger of being attacked or bitten if other dogs do not like being invaded of their personal space. One issue that is concerned when your canine buddy is excited is that his excitement may develop into an aggressive behavior. Hyperactive dogs can be related to a dog that is developing fears and anxieties. If you restrain your dog from reaching from other dogs, it may just create further tension that may result to ne...

Calm Down Your Golden Retriever With These Tips

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Golden retrievers are a smart and intelligent breed that will give you years of companionship. However, because of their friendliness and high intelligence, golden retrievers also tend to be very excitable and have a lot of energy. Though this is fun, it can get pretty exhausting in the long run. This excitability and energy comes from the fact that golden retrievers were bred as work dogs. The “retriever” name comes from their bloodline being meant to help hunters get back their catch when they go out hunting. This means that they will be very hyperactive and energetic. If you want to own one, you will need to be able to calm them down from their usual state. Golden Retriever Problems One of the things that you have to remember about your golden retriever is that they require a lot of physical stimulation. They will need to be trained into a particular type of physical activity unless you want them to be unfocused and cause problems for you later on. It would ...

3 Ways to Stop Your Dog from Barking Through the Fence

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Does your dog bark uncontrollably at your fences? Are you wondering what he is seeing and barking at that you can’t see Well, almost all dogs bark when they are bored and when they do not get enough exercise for them to release the energy from their system. And having an obstruction in front of them such as fences can be extremely frustrating for them. When dogs have a barrier in front of them like fences and they can see, hear, and smell what is on the other side but they cannot possibly get them, which is extremely frustrating for them, so they tend to make these loud barking noises to get your attention hoping that they would get what they want – in their case, the thing that they see from the other side of the fence. So these dogs end up barking constantly to their fences. This behavior of your dog is something that needs to be eliminated and together with patient training, there will come a time that your dog can calm his nerves down. Here are some tips that you ...

The 7 Most Important Dog Training Skills

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Dog training is a lifelong process, but some skills are more important than others.  Think of mastering these essential dog training skills as laying the foundation, and preparing your dog for a lifetime of good behavior and companionship. Whether you just brought home a puppy, adopted a shelter dog, or want to brush up your old dog’s training, these are the absolute most important skills to teach your dog (and yourself). Before you start, it’s a good idea to review the basics of dog training: be patient, be positive, mind your body language, work in bursts (10-15 minute training sessions at a time), and add variety to help your dog respond reliably in any situation. House Training Potty training is all about consistency, patience, and positive reinforcement. Start with the basics: Supervise your dog . When you’re just starting to house train her, limit her access to other parts of the house, whether that means closing off doors to bedrooms or crate-traini...

Common Dog Training Problems

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Dogs, the most loyal and obedient creatures on the planet! We often see such beautiful relations between a dog and his master that are seldom experienced. One can take his/her dog as the closest one if maintained that string of attachment. But many a times the dog keepers have to go through a lot of problems while training or keeping their dogs. These loyal, loving pets not only show tantrums in their training days, but also while their up keeping. There also comes a time when the owners of the dogs are not able to keep these lively creatures in the correct way which leads to their disowning. And then starts the deterioration of these pets. So it is a humble request to all the readers for never abandoning their pets because of any such reason which has no base. This article is purely about how you can tackle with the problems that you face while training your dogs and how you can overcome them. To train and teach a dog is a tough job, especially when you don't hire...

My Left Foot

Remember the movie  My Left Foot ? It was an Oscar winning film with Daniel Day Lewis about 30 years ago. Inside the movie he played a severely disabled boy. …Only able to move his  left foot . Daniel had some severe behavioral problems. He was a real handful and really frustrated. Until that is… One day-quite by accident- his family realized he was… A GENIUS! …And able to create amazing world class art work. After that realization- everything changed. The intelligence and gifts he had were unlocked. His frustration and behavior problems stopped and there was an incredible Hollywood ending (a fairytale ending) Here’s the point… Inside your dog-there is incredible intelligence too. I’ve seen it in hundreds of Dogs I’ve worked with. And once you unlock that intelligence. Most behavioral problems simply melt away. And the bond with you and your dog grows stronger. Sound good? >>>Go here now to unlock your dog’s natural intelligenc...

Turn Your Dog into a Genius

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Brain Training for Dogs The brain is like a muscle – if you don’t challenge it, it won’t grow! That’s why the best way to make your dog smarter is by teaching him special “brain games” and “brain exercises.” Brain games are fun little games you can play with your dog to teach him new skills and increase his intelligence. Here’s a great “Brain Training for Dogs” course containing 21 awesome brain games, including treasure hunts, hide and seek, playing the piano, and much more, that will take you step-by-step as you turn your dog into a well-behaved and obedient genius! Be sure to check it out here: >>>Get Brain Training for Dogs today

5 Quick Tips to a Smarter Dog

Contains 5 tips owners can apply to keep their dogs mentally stimulated. Keeping a dog mentally stimulated is important. If we don’t pay enough attention to our dogs’ minds, they often become bored or start misbehaving, and their mental health can quickly deteriorate. To avoid these problems, here are 5 quick tips to challenge your dog’s brainpower and turn him into a genius! 1) Go off the Beaten Path Yes, literally, walk your dog on new routes every once in a while. If you take your dog on walks using the same path each and every day, he’s missing opportunities to come across anything new. But don’t limit this philosophy to walks; expand it to all areas of your dog’s life. Teach your dog a new skill, let him sniff new places, or try taking part in a doggy sport. Keep your dog’s environment full of new and exciting things, and offer him plenty of opportunities to use his brain. 2) Hide Your Dog’s Toys Dogs can be quite determined when it comes to getting the things they wan...

10 Reasons Why Your Dog Ignores Your Commands

Is your dog giving you deaf ears? When this happens, avoid repeating the command over and over and imposing yourself until you get a response; instead, take a step back and consider the following scenarios which are some of the most common issues encountered when training dogs. 1) Low Value Treats: Are Your Treats Worth Working For? It’s a romantic and hard to debunk myth that dogs work for us just to please us. In reality, as opportunistic beings, dogs are most likely thinking “what’s in it for me?” according to the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT). The right use of treats can really make the difference between a dog who is eager to work and one who couldn’t care less. The use of low-value treats (such as kibble) can be detrimental if your dog isn’t excited by them, especially during the initial stages of learning or when there are distractions around, so make sure your treats are worthy of attention. Also remember to stick to treats which are soft, smelly, and in...