It’s difficult for us humans to understand what dogs think. We can’t actually get inside their heads to see what they comprehend. However our knowledge of brain structure and observations of how dogs learn leads us to believe there are things dogs can’t understand and other things they appear to be very good at.
One [...]
I’ve read training articles and general interest stories about dogs, which imply there isn’t much going on in our dog’s brains. I beg to differ. I think that they’re thinking and feeling quite a lot, and learning all the time, especially when they’re young.
Dogs Learn From Experience
Dogs learn from observation, and experience. In the natural [...]
We humans are bigger, stronger and arguably smarter than our dogs so it’s our job to be their leaders. Not only because we’re bigger and stronger, but also because we provide their food. In the dog world that makes us the boss. Dogs are good with this system; in fact it’s their system, and their [...]
You’re the doggie sheriff; so let’s make some rules. Remember these are always rules, and they’ll always apply so think about them carefully, because you’ll have to enforce them. Here are some suggested rules that you can choose from to get started.
No jumping up on people
No getting on the furniture
No soiling in the house
No chewing [...]
Dogs don’t have spoken language capability. They naturally read body language. They can tell if we’ve had a bad day, if we’re stressed, happy or anxious by looking at our faces or the set of our shoulders. I expect they can read tiny changes in our expressions that even other people miss. But we train [...]
Excitement and safety are always priorities here at Genuine Dog Gear. I’ve designed our new furry dog toys: the Ram Tuffys and Rabbit Tuffys specifically to be safe, while creating a top speed excitement in your dog. I’m happy to report that they’re doing their job.
Not your Mama’s Tug Toy
These Tuffy’s are not beginner tug [...]
Train you dog to fetch the paper
#1 Take it slow when teaching your dog new behaviors.
#2 Teach your dog to fetch the paper in 5 steps.
#3 Link several behaviors to teach your dog new tricks.
Teach your dog faster with Play
#1 Dogs learn fastest and best when playing.
#2 Have fun and enjoy your dog training, you’ll [...]