Dog Training Tips and Information

What Does it Mean to be a “Good Dog”?

Your dog may be friendly and affectionate toward you. It may even listen to your commands and be obedient. But if your dog is aggressive around other people, eliminates on the carpet, and destroys furniture, it can hardly be said that your dog is a “good dog.” A well trained dog should also be able to control itself in all aspects.

Dealing With An Aggressive Dog

Did you know that most of the dogs that bite are family pets? Children and elderly people are the most vulnerable to dogs. Bites to children can be very serious and often result in facial injury.

9 Things To Avoid When Training Your Dog

Here are 8 things you should always avoid when you are going through the training process:

1. Do not punish the dog when you are angry. This will scare your dog and ultimately create a lack of trust. You do not want your dog to respond to you out of fear, because fearful dogs can become aggressive.