Dog Lovers Manual

Puppies do not have a prolonged attention span and tire quickly, so keep training session span and tire quickly sessions short. Five or ten minutes a day is plenty, and it is best if you can turn the training into a game. By doing this, your puppy is more likely to be responsive to your [...]

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There are several ways to deal with faeces deposited in your garden or out on a walk. Find out if there are local authority bins specially provided for the disposal of dog faeces nearby. If not, wrap the faeces well in newspaper or a biodegradable bag and put them in your household rubbish (check with [...]

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Keep him away from other dogs until he is fully vaccinated. It is wise to exercise him only in your enclosed garden or yard until he is protected against canine diseases. You will also have to train your puppy to the collar and leash before you can take him out, and make sure he’ll come [...]

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The answer is anything and everything. He needs to learn how to socialize with other dogs, be polite and calm when meeting people and other creatures, and learn when enough is enough during attention and play sessions. Accustom your young dog to meeting and being with people of both sexes, all ages and different appearances, [...]

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Both sighthounds and scenthounds need a lot of patience while training. These dogs tend to be slow at processing information, and both can be difficult to recall if they see or scent something they find interesting! Giant breeds are slow thinkers and require a great deal of patience too, while terriers can be stubborn and [...]

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Four principles apply in teaching your dog to sit on command, and the acronym ACER will help you remember them: Attention Command Execute Reward Stand with your dog by your side, with the leash and a treat in the same hand. Get his attention by saying his name. Command ‘sit’ and simultaneously gently push his [...]

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