Firstly, understanding the importance of training is very necessary before actually doing the commands. Managing a dog that has been properly trained is so much easier; he is more self-assured and ...
No matter their age, breed or temperament, every dog can benefit and thrive from dog training We love dogs for being dogs. Their comforting presence as they lie at our feet. Their cute little grunts ...
DEAR PET TALK: What commands should I teach my dog? – DOG LOVER DEAR DOG LOVER: This month, “Pet Talk” began at the beginning, and in the last two weeks we’ve written about the best practices when it ...
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Why timing matters more than commands in dog training

Marker training relies on precise timing to communicate clearly with dogs. In this episode, the focus shifts to how clickers and verbal markers shape behavior more efficiently than repeated commands.
Dog training is life-giving and life-saving for pups (and their human parents). "There are useful behaviors we train our dogs that keep them safe, keep us sane and keep them happy too—from not ...
If you’re a dog person then you know most things improve in the company of a good dog: walks, runs, drives, hikes, hunts, cold beers, and camping trips, just to name a few. By the same token, not much ...