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Common Dog Training Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction

admin — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 23:59:27 +0000

When it comes to training dogs, there are many misconceptions that can lead pet owners astray. Unfortunately, these myths divulge from old and outdated dog training. Whether you’re in Austin, Texas or anywhere else, understanding the truth behind these myths is important to developing a...

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Managing Seasonal Dog Shedding: When, Why, and How

admin — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 16:13:05 +0000

If you’re a proud dog owner, you’re probably well-acquainted with one of the less glamorous aspects of pet ownership: shedding. Dogs, like humans, have seasonal patterns of hair growth and loss. Understanding when and why your canine companion is shedding can help you manage this...

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The most misunderstood training tool – Electric collar

admin — Fri, 02 Sep 2016 18:45:48 +0000

There is a lot of mixed emotions and controversy when using this tool for dog training. Not just with dog owners, but with fellow dog trainers as well. Which, is not surprising, after all many people refer to this device as a “shock collar”. However,...

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Don’t teach your dog to stay.

admin — Wed, 06 May 2015 18:52:40 +0000

Stay is a command many dog owners use regularly; however most professional dog trainers don’t use “stay” as one of our commands. It may sound strange, but there is good reason why. Let us explain: Most stay comes after a “sit” or “down.” At that...

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