What are good first words to teach a puppy? The first words I taught my Husky puppy Lara was Good Girl! Today, she continues to love those words because they are always followed by a good food reward. Then comes Nose, Sit, Down, and much more. Come share with us which first words your puppy learned, and which ones are her favorite.
What Dogs Should We Breed?
What are the best dog breeds? Are purebred dogs better than designer dogs? Should we breed for appearance, health, or temperament? We consider all of these questions, and discuss which type of dogs, we should breed.
Is Dog Socialization Good or Bad?
What is dog socialization? Some people say that socializing our dogs is a good thing, while others claim that it is risky and results in aggression. Here we discuss whether dog socialization is a good thing and how we can socialize our dogs effectively.
Why Are Shiba Inus One of the Most Difficult Breeds to Train
The Dogs 101 episode on the Shiba Inu breed characterized them as one of the most difficult breeds to train. Are Shiba Inus truly difficult to train? We consider some of the key reasons why Shibas are a challenge to train and a challenge to live with.
Living with a 3 Legged Dog
This article provides tips on how to care for a three legged dog or tripod dog. Three legged dogs can live a happy, long, and fulfilling life if owners use proper equipment; keep their 3 legged dog slim and healthy; and protect their 3 legged dog from stressful encounters.
Reward Dog Training
Reward dog training allows us to control our dog’s behavior by controlling his most desired resources. This is a very effective method for training our dogs because it helps to align our dog’s needs, with those of our own. In this way, we establish a cooperative training relationship with our dog, rather than one that is based on pain, dominance, and fear. Here, we highlight the good and bad of reward dog training techniques.
Non-Commercial Dog Treats – Shiba Inu Sephy’s Review
A review of non-commercial, homemade dog treats. Note that dogs do not have the same digestive systems as we do, therefore human food or treats may be poisonous to them or cause digestive distress. It is important not to treat our dogs with table scraps, and to make sure that they have a balanced dog diet.
Aversive Dog Training
In aversive dog training we discourage bad behaviors by applying an aversive stimulus, and encourage good behaviors by stopping the aversive stimulus. Some example aversive techniques include leash corrections, poking a dog, slapping a dog, and alpha rolls. Here, we consider the good and bad of aversive dog training.
So, You Want a Shiba …
Another awesome Shiba Inu poem by Jess and Zeus. This one is great for anyone who is thinking of getting a Shiba Inu puppy, as well as all current Shiba fans. The poem really captures some of the key issues that many people face with their Shiba Inu. It is not only informational, but also great fun to read.
Christmas Dog Gifts
I love the Christmas season and my dogs love it too. They enjoy the cool temperatures, and the shorter grass means that we can do more exploration and digging on our hikes. Here are some fun Christmas season activities and gifts.
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