Alternative To Hierachy Type Dog Training?

We have been advised that the hierachy type training is based on flawed studies as they are from wolf packs in capitivity, thus not reflecting how they behave in the wild.This goes against the grain of the traditional advice but actually seems to be a much easier way of training a dog can anyone give […]

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Training A Dog To Do Magic Tricks?

I want to use my dog in a show where he has to perform a magic trick. He already is an “acting dog” so he is easy and willing to be trained. I dont know any magic tricks though – does anyone have any suggestions?

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Any Good Dog Training Forums?

Anyone have any suggestions for a good professional-quality dog training forum? Not that I have a dog that needs training, but I do training and would like a forum to talk with others who do as well

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Has Anyone Tried The Andrea Arden Dog Training In Nyc?

We adopted our 7mo. Female old Boston/Jack Russel/American Pit Bull Terrier Mix from Animal Haven (SoHo) in NYC. They offered obedience training through Andrea Arden Dog Training. Has anyone tried it? Was it successful? How old was your dog when you put him/her in obedience training? Will I learn leash training through Andrea Arden?

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How To Choose Perfect Dog Treats For Training Class?

I’ve enrolled my dog (6 year old mixed breed) in training classes at Petsmart. I need to know which treats to bring though. They just told us to bring treats, but didn’t give any recomendations. He likes soft treats, but I’m looking for something extra special that he will want to work for. They have […]

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Information On Assistance Dog Training?

I am starting a new job training assistance dogs and I would like to do some extra research at home. Does anyone know of any good websites or books that will give me indepth information about assistance dogs and their training? I have years of experience working with and training dogs but this is my […]

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Does The Alpha Roll Really Have No Place In Dog Training?

I’ve used it with success with multiple dogs. I use it to correct incessant nuisance behavior in puppies, like biting and barking. Verbal corrections always preface it but when the puppy doesn’t get the hint, he gets gently placed on his back and held down until he stops the behavior and stops resisting. I’ve had […]

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When You Can Start Your Dog Training?

My girlfriend and I are getting two australian shepherd puppies. They will be about 7-10 weeks old and I was wondering how long I would have to wait to start giving them commands to learn like sit, stay, stand etc?

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Does Anyone Know If This Dog Training Book Is Any Good?

My friend just got a new dog and she’s having trouble training it. He wants to nip at people all the time, and just won’t listen in general. She found this book online that’s supposed to show you how to train your dog and get it out of bad behavior. She’s afraid to buy it […]

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How Much Does Petco’s Basic Dog Training Class Cost?

We just adopted a 5 month old lab mix from an animal shelter and would like to bring her to training classes. Anyone know for about how much the basic training classes at Petco cost? (I know they vary store to store, but I’m just looking for approximately how much the classes usually run for.)

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What Is The Best Dog Training Book?

I have a Minature Schnauzer mix. It is about 8 months old and I need to know of a great book that is easy to understand, not so thick it would take 2 years to read, and isn’t over 20 dollars. Thank you!

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