Labrador Retriever Dogs Blog

Did you know that one of the biggest problems for dog owners is leash walking? Every week I get a call from someone complaining about the way their dog pulls.

It can actually be dangerous for you to walk your dog if he is a really bad puller. I've seen people dragged down and hurt by how hard their dog pulls.

I'm going to share with you here some valuable tips on leash walking. Here they are:

Tip #1: Never try to walk a dog that has been cooped up all day.

If your dog has been lying around waiting for you, let him burn off some of his energy before you take him for a walk. Throw a ball, play tug-o-war, or do something to calm him down before the walk.
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Dog training. There are as many opinions are there are dog owners. We all want well-behaved dogs. Yet the same technique may work for your golden retriever but not for your lab. How do you decide what method is the best for your dog? You experiment.

Transforming your dog's behavior is the goal of many dog owners. Sometimes the best thing for your dog is a combination of several different methods. Below are some different training techniques. You should choose the one that you are comfortable using and the one that is best suited to your dog.

• Reward Training. This is usually the first method many people use because most dogs are highly motivated by food. Giving a dog a reward for something he does "right" teaches him to associate his good behavior with a treat. Giving treats, in addition to praise, is often highly effective.

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Dog leash training can be an enjoyable time for you and your dog. Here you will learn some tips on how to go about training your dog on a leash.

A dog isn't naturally born with instincts to walk from a leash, so proper dog leash training is called for. Patience is of virtue when training your dog. Teaching your dog to walk correctly from a leash takes time. Your job is to maintain consistency and patients. This in return will bring a lifetime of long, joyful and leisurely walks together.

Tip #1 – If using a pinch collar or choker never pull or yank on the leash.

Your dogs health is at risk if you pull or yank hard on the leash when using either one of these devices. This can injure your dogs neck and leave long term psychological problems for your dog.
You can use a halter during dog leash training, which is definitely a safer alternative than using a pinch collar or choker. The halter will give you more control during your training, and the dog may not pull as much. The way the collar chokes the dog itself could cause the dog to pull more. A harness can make things much easier for you and your dog. Read the rest of this entry »

Dog barking trainer methods will let you train your dog to stop excessive barking. All barking isn't bad, it's that uncontrolled excessive barking that just goes on and on. This noise doesn't bother your dog. It bothers everyone around your dog. Excessive barking is on of the most frequent problems mentioned by dog owners.

You know most dogs have no clue that barking is a problem. Barking may be fun for your dog, especially if you do what your dog wants when the racket starts. Your dog may have trained you to open the door when the noise starts. Come see the dog when the barking starts. Talk to him when the barking starts. You get the idea.

The first step to stopping the yapping is to really observe your dog. Has your dog trained you? You must become the dominant partner in this relationship. You must decide what is acceptable barking and what is not. Then you must consistently demand the desired outcome.

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On an increasing basis, large cities are incorporating dog parks into their recreational design. A dog park can be a wonderful place to bring your furry four-legged friend for some relaxation time together. However, a dog that has no manners can ruin the fun for everyone at the dog park. There are a few things that you should keep an eye out for when you bring your dog to the dog park.

1. Excessive Sniffing – It is natural for dogs to sniff each other to get to know one another, but if your dog is sniffing another one for an excessive amount of time, you may want to step in. Excessive sniffing could be a sign that he is getting ready to try to assert dominance.

2. Sharing – Dogs are like little children: most of them do not want to share. If your dog is heading for someone else's toy, cut him off. Make sure that he only plays with his own toys and does not become possessive of someone else's toys.

3. Running Off – Some dogs love to run off the minute they get into a dog park. Work on the come command with your dog, praising and giving him treats every time he comes when he is told to. Read the rest of this entry »

You've finally made the decision. After lengthy discussions as to the pros and cons of owning a pet, you've decided that the time is right. Your children are no longer infants; they have spent plenty of quality time with Aunt Trudy's Labrador Retriever, "Sunny" and her Siamese cat, "Simone". They have played with a neighbor's German Shepherd. Uncle Fred has brought his Border Collie," Billy" over to the house many times. The kids have also learned about animal companions and how to care for them in school where they have turtles, bunnies, gerbils and hamsters in the classroom. Although the kids love every kind of animal, it seems they are most enamored of the canine variety and want a dog of their own.

While the kids have been begging for a dog for a long time (it seems like forever!) you want to make certain that they (as well as you and your husband) are really ready to assume responsibility for the life of another living being that will reside in your home. Your little boy is 8 – his sister is 5. You want your kids to learn responsibility. Still, ultimately you will be the primary caregiver and supervisor of your children. Are you all ready to share this responsibility?

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Dog dummy training is an important part of field training a retriever or hunting dog. The dummy used for training are typically comprised of heavy duty canvas and usually float. Dog bumpers are one kind of dummy used. Dog bumpers resemble the boat bumpers that are used to prevent neighboring boats from bumping together when docked.

They include an attached rope to simplify throwing and retrieving. Many dog dummy or bumpers will have rubber water valves for water to be added. The added water will make the dummy or bumper heavier in weight and buoyancy but have no fear! They can still be thrown a good distance to test out the retrieving abilities of your dog. The dummy may have knobs that serve as treads or grips for the retrievers to easily pick them up. They can come in many sizes for both smaller and larger dogs. All construction materials are non-toxic. While the dummy may seem soft and elastic, rest assured that they are tough, durable and long-lasting.

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