Dog Training Guide

How to master puppy toilet training

Mastering toilet training is essential.
Cleaning up properly after the inevitable accidents is also part of toilet training your puppy. Using a specific dog cleaning product with neutraliser

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Collars, Leads and Harnesses

Advice on collars, leads and harnesses.
As it is a legal requirement to tag your dog, a collar is essential. The collar you choose is down to your personal taste but it needs to be the right size for your dog.

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How to create a puppy safe area

Puppies need to feel safe. Create a safe area in your house for when you bring them home. This safe area can be a room where their bedding is set up (such as a kitchen or utility room) or this could be a crate or pen.

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Biting and Mouthing

How to stop Biting and Mouthing.
It is natural that your puppy will try and mouth you. Their adult teeth come through at 14 weeks which can be very painful for them (and you too if they are mouthing)!

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Dog Training and socialising explained

Both socialisation and training your puppy are equally important for their development. They are not the same thing. Both provide different learning opportunities for your puppy.

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Training your dog to travel in the car

Like humans, dogs, and in particular puppies, can suffer from travel sickness. Whilst they are likely to grow out of this as they mature there are techniques you can use to prevent this becoming a habit.

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Teaching your dog/ puppy to come when called

There are four stages to getting a decent recall. I have explained these in more detail here.

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Walking nicely on the lead this applies to puppies right through to adult dogs

Puppies and dogs have a natural inclination to pull. When taught correctly they’re happy to walk nicely on the lead, it really is about communication.

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When dealing with reactivity and fear aggression

Often we find ourselves in this vicious circle when we get tensed up, we are alerting the Dog that we are concerned, by us showing that we are concerned the Dog becomes concerned as well.

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Reactive dogs within the home environment.

Reactive dogs within the home environment. Why are dogs reactive in the home environment? This can be barking at strangers… Continue reading Reactive dogs within the home environment.

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Reactive dogs in external environments

Reactive dogs in external environments What is a reactive dog? A dog that doesn’t feel comfortable walking by your side… Continue reading Reactive dogs in external environments

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Why your dog needs toys to play

Toys are a fantastic aid to help you train your puppy. Always have a box of toys to hand. Picking the right toys according to your dog’s needs is very important.

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How to worm and flee your dog or puppy

Advice on keeping your dog free from parasites, Flees, Ticks, Worms etc. all of which can be harmful to your dog and irritating for you.

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A guide for your dog vaccinations

You will need to go to a vet to get your dog vaccinated, as vaccines are prescription only medications. Different vets may use different brands of vaccinations that will cover different infections.

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Pet insurance

It is advisable to have insurance for you dog as unexpected vets bills can be very costly, particularly if extended treatment is required.

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What the law says regarding your dog

By law your dog must wear a tag with you name, postcode and phone number engraved on it. The tag is attached to your dog’s collar which must be worn when out and about. Plus other requirements

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