Teach Your Puppy to Follow Commands Without Treats
Guide your puppy to follow commands using positive reinforcement and praise. Focus on consistency, patience, and clear communication. Celebrate small successes with affection and attention, creating a bond that encourages eager learning and trust.
How to Teach The dog to Twirl and Other Tips #MuttTricks
Thanks to everyone who actually shared their methods over the last month. It has been fun seeing many of the talented dogs on the market.In case you missed it, at the end of October-in honor of Hallowe'en-Lindsay and I...
Should We Be utilising The term No In Dog Training?
People often disagree as to whether or not we should be canine training using the word NO.
We communicate with our dogs through signals.
Some of those are visual signals, a raised hand, a swing from the arm, a pointing finger.
Most...
How to Train Your Puppy for Off Leash Obedience
Teaching your puppy off-leash obedience starts with trust and patience. Begin in a secure area, using positive reinforcement. Gradually increase distance, rewarding recall. Celebrate small victories to build a strong, confident bond with your furry friend.
What’s the Best Back of the shirt for a Puppy? : A puppy Blog
Note: This post is financed by dogIDs. Use code THATMUTT to have 10% off all dogIDs items.What's the best collar for any puppy? The best receiver collar for a growing dog is lightweight plus?adjustable.My 9-week-old puppy Remy wears a...
Best Puppy Training Practices for Building Trust
Building trust with your puppy begins with patience and consistency. Use positive reinforcement, like treats and praise, to encourage good behavior. Spend quality time together, ensuring your pup feels safe and loved in their new environment.
The Story of Edgar Sawtelle as well as Thoughts on Dog Training
Note: Julia Thomson is a regular cause of That Mutt. Read more involving her posts here."Unless they had worked long and hard at it, most people assumed training meant forcing their will at a dog. Or which will training...
How Long Does it Take to Potty Train a Puppy? – That Mutt
How long does it take to potty train a doggy?It depends! There's no powerful age or time frame, but generally people set their expectations too high for their young puppies. It depends on the individual pet and the consistency...
The Best Puppy Training Tips for First Time Owners
Welcoming a puppy into your home is an exciting adventure! Start with basic commands like "sit" and "stay," using positive reinforcement. Be patient and consistent, and remember that love and encouragement are key to building trust and a lifelong bond.
My Dog Will Pee or Feces if I Take Him or her For A...
Yes, you read that right!This is a rare problem, but it's the one which comes up every now and then from the emails I get. For unknown reasons, the dog “holds it” before the owner takes him or her...
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Dogs At Home- Methods To Keep Them Engaged While you’re At...
It is heart aching for pet mother and father to have to leave his or her canines behind from home, while they go to...
