Introduction Training guide dogs, or any service dog, will require a commitment on your part. Guide dog trainers typically do not make much money and their jobs are anything but 9 to 5. As a guide dog trainer, you won’t just be working with dogs, but with people. Some of these people will be easy ...
For the average dog owner, the best time to use a choke collar is never. Just take these torture devices and toss them in the garbage. They get their name for a good reason — when pulled, they do choke the dog. But not only that, they also can do severe damage to a dog’s ...
Dogs are pack animals, which means that there is always a leader — or “Alpha Dog” — in the pack to whom all of the other animals defer. When it comes to dog training, you as the owner must become the alpha dog to ensure obedience and respect. If you allow your dog to believe ...
Of all of the commands you might teach your dog in training, the “heel” command is probably the last on your list. Most dog owners don’t understand the value of the heel command until they take their dog on a walk. A well-behaved dog will stay at your side and not attempt to get ahead ...
Dogs need special care during cold weather just like people do. We like to stay indoors when it’s cold and we tend to be less active. Our four footed friends are the same way. That’s why it’s important for owners to brush up on winter pet care tips for your dog. Cold Weather Illnesses No ...
