Is your dog suffering from separation anxiety ir boredom? If you don't know the answer, then seek the expertise of a dog behaviourist. Don't get...
I think you need to spend more time training them separately. I realise you are time poor. But the dogs have to look for you for leadership rather...
True but not all Labradors have the gene fault.
Hi Tyson I can understand the anthropomorphic move. But I doubt that empathy goes as far as what you suggest. Dogs do not display such behaviour...
Hi Dave, The 5 minute rule is designed to set a maximal amount of time one should exercise a puppy. It is not intended as a minimum. As you are...
I remember clearly a thread on this subject about three years ago. It contained some videos on suggested training.
I am not sure what is your objective. If the dog likes to sniff and play in the mud, why do you find that problematic? Why does your dog have to...
Hi Doggo, I'm not sure what you mean by the sound of false wind. it should be very loud when you blow hard. Search for cracks. It should be...
My idea was to abandon give as a cue. It's not working beyond your home. Mine and Yours is just a different set of cues but hopefully you can...
Yes. And to save you from trying to clean the floor. And perhaps more importantly, protecting your puppy from whatever is on the floor. You can...
No meal before the trip. When on the train give her a semi-frozen Toppl with goodies stuffed inside. Take a mat with you. First time make it...
Hi Bertie_Lab I apologise for not replying sooner. 1. If I read your account properly I don't believe you are user a conditioned reinforcer. I...
I need to ask a few questions before offering some remarks on your helpful and extensive reply. You use a ball with Are you using a ball as a...
Initially you should make your give cue a simultaneous exchange. You are using a sequential process, which requires the dog to form a belief that...
If a harness changes the mechanics of walking, then it shouldn't be used. Harnesses can damage a dog's skeleton and/or ligaments. So, is he...
Here's one conjecture.When dogs are in conflict, they may display an unexpected behaviour. Did you observe any body language consistent with...
Hi Kevin238 My tips are twofold. When you take her outside do nothing. Have the dog on lead. Just stand in one spot. Don't play. Don't move....
Sorry, I forgot to say, fade the verbal cue before increasing the distance and distraction. So, that the three-short pips of the whistle is the...
Your welcome. If I read your narrative correctly, then I think I know what is happening. It sounds as if he does not understand the recall signal...
For what it is worth, I had a look at the site. The advertsing material makes claims about shy and bold dogs and the lead which I cannot think how...
