This is the day of the final exam, and graduation! Cut the long line in half, and allow the dog to drag about 15 feet of line. Have a member of your family release the dog in the front yard, still dragging his line. You should position yourself in the backseat of your assistant’s car.…
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On the second day of training your dog not to chase cars and other moving objects, the exact sequence should be repeated as day one – with the dog dragging the thirty-five foot line. In each instance where an automobile passes without the dog yielding to temptation, he earns your praise; genuine, enthusiastic praise! Let…
As dog owners, we are left with the necessary task of finding a way to educate our pet to let him know that chasing cars, and bicycles, however thrilling and pleasing, simply will not be tolerated any longer. Because we cannot appeal to our pet’s intellect, and share a cup of coffee together as we…
In previous articles, we have discussed ways to approach strange dogs. We have also identified different types of dog biters, how to show respect and proper behavior around strange dogs, as well as how to avoid being bitten. If All Else Fails, Defend Yourself! If you have observed all the general rules and precautions and…
Dogs that are trained professionally as attack dogs, guard dogs, and patrol dogs, are trained to see through a person’s disguise. In other words, a burglar who puts up an aura of fearlessness and confidence, thinking that he can dazzle a trained guard dog into believing the burglar is “Mr. Nice Guy” will be in…