September 2nd, 2010
I want my dogs to Stop Barking when the door bells rings, or someone new is in the house or a car drives past our side road?
What are real devices that have worked for you? have you tried home made solutions, or training methods that have worked? Please provide details. Thank you.
when some one comes to the door make them sit and stay until the person comes in yes it takes a while but now my dogs go and sit I say shh one time and they just wag there tails and wait until I say it is ok for them to great the person
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August 30th, 2010
My dog is 2 years old and he is always barking at other dogs, pulling really hard and sometimes growling at the neighbour hood Miniature poodle. I tried to pull the lead sharply and say ‘no’ in a harsh voice or say ‘leave it’ but it didn’t work.
It is sometimes embarrassing. I really want to get him to stop. Any help please? I’m thankful for every answer!
he just don’t like you neighbor dog
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August 18th, 2010
I’ve had my dog for 2 years and he’s just now shown signs of being vicious towards humans and animals. I cannot afford training, but I still want to have a normal dog. Any tips?
Aggressive behavior needs to be corrected consistently–every time. Your dog needs to know that you are in charge and that aggression is not okay–anytime, anywhere, or to anyone. What you need to do is to be able to deliver a swift, effective correction every time your dog shows aggression. This is serious business–you are liable to be sued, and have the dog put to sleep, if he ever bites someone.
Keep a collar and an obedience tab on your dog at all times, indoors and out. An obedience tab is like a loop handle that clips on, a mini-leash. It is short, so it won’t get tangled if you leave it on your dog in the house. Make sure the collar is properly fitted–it should sit high up on his neck, not down at his shoulders. The higher a collar fits, the more control you have, and the more effective a correction will be. If your dog is large or has a big beefy (or furry) neck, you may want to look into a pinch collar or a choke collar. There are Websites available on their proper fitting. When used properly, such collars are not cruel–they are tools you can use to communicate with your dog better, just like the bit of a horse’s bridle.
Each time your dog shows aggression, you must "pop" his collar. Take the obedience tab or leash, whichever you are using at the time, and give it a quick jerk. Not enough to pull the dog’s feet up or make him lose his balance, but enough to make him pay attention. Say "No" in a firm, stern voice. This is how to properly correct a dog. Some dogs take a harder ‘pop’ than others, it depends on the dog’s personality and physical constitution. If you have ‘popped’ effectively, your dog should stop what he’s doing and look at you, ideally.
Do you have access to cable TV or Netflix? There are some episodes of "The Dog Whisperer" that I’ve quoted here, and that could be helpful to you. Remember that you are in charge here, and what you say goes. Is your dog well-versed in basic obedience, like "sit" and "heel?" Having your dog know these commands isn’t just good for parlor tricks. An obedient dog is a dog that respects you, and learning obedience together is a way to bond with your dog in a way that lets the pup know that you are in charge. Don’t despair and just accept that your dog is ‘vicious.’ That’s the worst thing you could do. Your dog needs consistent discipline to know which behaviors are acceptable. It’s no different than having a kid–you are responsible for teaching your kids right from wrong.
Don’t delay!
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August 15th, 2010
Any tips for training my dogs to weave and to pause and basically anything else? My dog is an aussie shepherd/golden retriever mix. Thanks. 
please just give me tips!! i do not want to go to a training facility or whatever. so just TIPS. thank you "cowgirl" for actually answering my question.
Here is how to teach your dog some of the basic obstacles.
To weave you need to guide them through the weave poles and repeat "weave" every time they cross the poles. You need to practice it with them until they get it down.
To train them to jump lead them over the jump and say "hup!" or whatever command works best for you and work with them until they understand.
To do the pause table you take them to the table and say "up" or "table" or your chosen command for them to do the table. Then give them the "sit" or "down" command and count to 5 slowly in your head. Tell them good and lead them off the table.
For the dog walk, you need to go slowly with them. This obstacle can be very scary and needs to be introduced properly or you can scare or injure your dog. Take a treat and slowly slide it up the middle of the frame, across it, and down it. If you can have someone walk on one side of the dog and you can walk on the other so the dog can feel secure and if they wobble you can steady them.
The A-Frame is the same training as the dog walk.
The teeter totter can be taught by using treats or walking up it and grabbing the end and gently setting it down for your dog. Gradually drop it faster and faster until you don’t have to touch it. If you want you can say "bounce" when the teeter totter goes to hit the ground to prepare your dog.
For the tunnel you need to make it straight and short. At the start you may need someone to hold you dog one one end to you can go to the other end and call them. Once they learn that, make sure you are leaning forward when you send them through the tunnel. Dogs read body language and tell you aren’t going to bail on them if you lean forward. Make sure you clap or make noise to let your dog know where you are at.
Always remember that you are not allowed to touch the obstacles when you compete. You can touch them when you train, but try not to when you practice.
Treats and calling your dog can really help in getting them through the obstacles.
Always praise you dog like mad when they do an obstacle, especially if they were having problems.
Never yell at your dog, or discourage them.
Remember that in Agility, accuracy is judged before time.
Have fun!
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August 12th, 2010
I have a beagle and he won’t Stop Barking when other dogs pass by… Any suggestions to make him stop?
LOL That’s a typical Beagle trait. Surely you did research before taking one into your home. If so, you would already know this. About the only thing you can attempt is a diversion tactic, such as an empty water bottle filled with dried beans or coins. Whenever he goes to bark, shake it. Not in his face or by his ears, but just to where it diverts his attention to what you have and not what he wants to bark at.
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August 12th, 2010
We have a 2 year old Springer Spaniel. She is generally very well behaved normally, very excitable. She gets regular walks. Now only about 3 months ago when me and my partner go to bed at night, dog has been put on her bed as normal, but she now has started barking. And i mean barking, for a good hour. She’ll stop if she hears us move around upstairs but then just continue. We have tried alsorts to get her to Stop Barking because now the neighbours are complaining because its during late hours at night. Since a pup she has always been left on her bed downstairs while we go to bed so is the norm for her. Its only in the past few months shes started doing this, which is obviously for attention.
We have tried going down and telling her off which doesnt work, we have done the nice approach and gone down and stroked her, gave her attention to make her feel better, then we have tried for 2-3 weeks ignoring her completely and not going down stairs but this still doesnt work
Anyone have any ideas? Help !!
Oh and Tanisha’s intelligent input of telling it to shut up obviously does not work….
You can try several things. Take her out for a good walk before you settle her for the night, to make sure she is really tired & just wants to sleep when you get her back in. Leave her with something of either yours or your partners, preferably an old jumper or something that won’t matter if she chews it & that you have worn so smells of you, or get an anti-Bark Collar from Pets at home, or some such large pet store. They cost (I think) between £20 & £50. She doesn’t have to wear the collar all the time, only when you are ready to leave her. There is a transmitter, located out of the way, but still in the same room as your dog & when she barks it will emit a high pitched noise that she will hear, but you & your neighbours won’t. It won’t harm her, but the noise will only stop if she stops barking. Springers are pretty intelligent & she will get the hang of it very quickly.
Good luck. Hope the above work.
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August 12th, 2010
my pit bull Cane doesn’t bark when im home, however evrty morning monday through friday i go to work at 4 am. My neighbors tell me he was barking an hour after i was gone and continued to bark. Is there any devices i could buy, or training methods i should use? thanks
This training video might be useful to you.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBNhsZD8o2M
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August 9th, 2010
We have a 16 week old JRT X puppy and he is absolutely perfect EXCEPT whenever we leave the house he will bark the entire duration we are out.
We tried doing it gradually going out for 5 Min’s then increasing the time slowly but it has made no difference, We leave him with the radio on and with his toys, we also give him a piece of meat on the bone when we leave to keep him occupied but it makes no difference, we are at wits end please can someone suggest something?
Sorry I forgot to say I do walk him before we leave him in the house, I take him out for a 45min run/walk down the park 3 times a day.
spray some water at it or flick it lightly on the nose it might work
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August 1st, 2010
I recently got a dog and i want to start training it as early as i can but i cant find a good website that teaches you how to train a dog . videos would be great to =]
clickersolutions.com (also join the listgroup)
youtube videos by kikopup
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August 1st, 2010
last night my dad brought a some dog that he found, some type of small dog very fury, and i already have a some dog that is around 10 years old as soon as my dog came out he tried to bite the other one. gave the dog to its original owner and i was wondering how i can stop him from barking at other dogs or biting cause i do want another.
Your dog is being aggressive because it is trying to assert itself as the leader. You must find a way to demonstrate that YOU are its leader. Do not react to its aggressive behaviour. Reward it for good behaviour and show it how you want it to act. Sometimes it sounds a bit counter intuitive but it works!
Hope this helps..
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