How to Meet a Dog

How to Meet a Dog

Dogs do not communicate in the same way as we do. We consider how to successfully meet dogs and how to train our dogs to successfully meet people. . . . → Read More: How to Meet a Dog

Dogs and Humans – Treating a Dog Like a Human

Dogs and Humans - Treating a Dog Like One of Us.

Dogs are amazing companions. That is why we are tempted to treat a dog like a human. However, humanizing a dog can often bring disastrous results. Similarly, when humans pretend to be dogs, the results are just as bad. . . . → Read More: Dogs and Humans – Treating a Dog Like a Human

Dog Eating Poop – How to Stop My Dog From Eating Poop

Independent minded dogs may choose to eat the poop anyway if they decide that the poop is much better than your reward.

Dogs eat poop because of stress, nutritional imbalance, boredom, or simply because they enjoy the taste. Here we consider 7 ways to stop our dog from eating poop. Which method is most effective will depend on why our dog is eating poop, his temperament, and our own temperament. . . . → Read More: Dog Eating Poop – How to Stop My Dog From Eating Poop

Dog Dominance & Bad Dog Behavior

The Dominant Dog - Dealing with Dominance in Dogs

Is dog dominance real, or a myth? Does dominance cause most bad dog behaviors? How do we deal with a dominant dog? We consider all of these important dog dominance issues here. . . . → Read More: Dog Dominance & Bad Dog Behavior

Reward Dog Training

Reward Dog Training.

Reward dog training allows us to control our dog’s behavior by controlling his most desired resources. This is a very effective method for training our dogs because it helps to align our dog’s needs, with those of our own. In this way, we establish a cooperative training relationship with our dog, rather than one that is based on pain, dominance, and fear. Here, we highlight the good and bad of reward dog training techniques. . . . → Read More: Reward Dog Training

Fun Dog Toys – My Dog’s Favorite Interactive Toys

Plush or Tug Dog Toys.

Dogs need physical and mental exercise every day, or they may grow bored and get destructive. One great way to exercise our dog, is to get them some fun interactive food toys, and to play some fun games with them. Here are some of my dog’s favorite toys and activities. . . . → Read More: Fun Dog Toys – My Dog’s Favorite Interactive Toys

Non-Commercial Dog Treats – Shiba Inu Sephy’s Review

What has worked best for me is to give my dogs a consistent and balanced diet.

A review of non-commercial, homemade dog treats. Note that dogs do not have the same digestive systems as we do, therefore human food or treats may be poisonous to them or cause digestive distress. It is important not to treat our dogs with table scraps, and to make sure that they have a balanced dog diet. . . . → Read More: Non-Commercial Dog Treats – Shiba Inu Sephy’s Review

Aversive Dog Training

Aversive Dog Training - May show results in a shorter time-span.

In aversive dog training we discourage bad behaviors by applying an aversive stimulus, and encourage good behaviors by stopping the aversive stimulus. Some example aversive techniques include leash corrections, poking a dog, slapping a dog, and alpha rolls. Here, we consider the good and bad of aversive dog training. . . . → Read More: Aversive Dog Training

Siberian Husky Puppies – I Want One, How Do I Get One?

Siberian Husky Puppies - What?

All puppies are cute and adorable, but I especially have a soft spot for Siberian Husky puppies. Our instinct will be to rush right out and buy a puppy. However, if we want healthy and well-temperamented dog, it is important to take our time and do some research. Here, we consider the why, where, and how of Siberian Husky puppies. . . . → Read More: Siberian Husky Puppies – I Want One, How Do I Get One?

Christmas Dog Gifts

Christmas Dog Gifts.

The best Christmas gift for a dog, is the gift of your time. Dogs really do not care how much money you stuff into their Kongs; they are more interested in spending time with you, playing fun Christmas games, eating yummy Christmas cakes and cookies, and having a fun Christmas trip to the park.

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