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Barn Hunt is a fun sport that you and your dog can enjoy together. Most people living in urban areas will ask what is a barn hunt when exposed to this sport. However, people living in rural areas on ranches and farms will most likely be very familiar with this sport. They most likely have … Read more
The answer to the question, of how far can dogs walk in a day will vary depending on several factors. These are breed, age, activity level, and health. Breed groups such as the hounds, herders, and sporting breeds were bred to cover a lot of ground. This gives them an advantage over other breeds in … Read more
Free shaping is a type of dog training where behaviors are first broken down into smaller steps. Your dog is rewarded for successfully performing gradual steps using a marker, such as a clicker and rewards. Free shaping dog training relies on your dog’s problem-solving abilities to reach the desired behavior. This way your dog figures … Read more
A harness can be an effective training tool for puppies. But can puppies wear a harness all the time? Don’t leave your puppy’s harness on all day. It is best not to leave a harness on your puppy except when training her. Harnesses increase your control, prevent constant tugging and/or pulling, and are perfect for … Read more
This article describes the competitive sport of treibbal step by step in detail. We also, describe the rules, the goal of the sport, and the equipment required. We also discuss the training needed for this sport. In addition, we describe how trainers train their dogs for competition or a fun game to play with your … Read more
Dogs require both physical and mental exercise to be happy and healthy. This article explores ways to give your dog more mental stimulation to improve her quality of life. Suggestions are provided to improve mental stimulation. Keep in Mind your Dog’s Breed Dogs have been bred to excel at certain tasks based on their specific … Read more
It is a well-known fact that dogs can have a calming effect on the people interacting with them. Petting a dog can actually lower blood pressure. This article will answer the question, What is an emotional support animal? In addition, we will discuss what are the best dog breeds for emotional support animals. What is … Read more
This article is directed at dog lovers who would like to know more about dog agility. Dog agility training for beginners discusses what it is and how you and your dog can get started in dog agility. I will discuss the equipment used and how you can start training your dog at your home using … Read more
Are you considering getting a dog or puppy and have never experienced dog ownership before? First of all, I would like to congratulate you for considering before getting a dog or puppy. The purpose of this new dog owner guide is to provide first-time dog owners information with information about responsible dog ownership. Responsible pet … Read more
This article discusses a few of the most widely used training methods. However, I believe that positive reinforcement is the most effective dog training method. I will discuss why I believe this to be true. There are several schools of thought when it comes to dog training. They may be called something different but they … Read more
Be sure you look carefully into the breeder you purchase your teacup dog from. Ask to see the veterinary records of the mother and the father to be sure they aren’t sickly. Also, look into the reputation of the breeder to be sure this is a reputable breeder. Be sure you get good references before … Read more
The American Kennel Club (AKC) groups dog breeds by the functionalities they were originally bred for. As a result, most of the AKC dog breed groups and their characteristics have much in common with the other breeds within the same group. The current list of AKC dog breed groups is as follows: Sporting Group Non-Sporting … Read more
