How strange. I suggested in another thread that a 9 month old could be moved to adult food and got shot down by JulieT.
So true MaccieD. This was one of the first dog psychology books I ever read so influenced me a lot, including use of those training discs. Given...
So sorry to hear that non of the usual tricks have helped encourage her to eat just yet. A dog that suddenly goes off their food can be a warning...
Well, I do have a copy of Linda Case's : Canine & Feline Nutrition. In there, for large and giant breeds, she clearly refers to 3-6 months of age...
Totally back to front. The whole point of puppy food is that it is higher in fat and protein to support the developing body, without overwhelming...
I do believe fussy eating can be a learned behaviour, especially if precedent has ever been set that if she refuses her bowl it gets swapped or...
Good poster, makes the point very well!
A story I heard about 6 months ago totally changed my outlook on use of distance hand signals. Picture this scenario. Bloke walking down one side...
Leave It is a must, but not really enough because you have to see it first. I would strongly recommend training up a Drop It also.
My own view on this is that distraction has the benefit of helping a dogs brain learn to push a stimuli or situation into the background. And...
Hi, Apologies if this is a bit too technical but I hope you will all find this useful in relation to this topic : Dogs’ Body Language Relevant to...
Chuckle, my Gemma is just the same. As soon as my going out shoes go on (different to dog walking shoes) she follows me all round the house...
What a lucky pup :) Just in case you are not already aware though, dogs at work can be something of an insurance minefield for 3rd party...
Ahh gotcha, sorry. I do get a little ahead of myself sometimes :o Yes, as a price to pay for the over-socialisation, maintaining focus on the...
I agree also, taking the world in and a stiff stare are entirely different beasts. With all due respect, I can't relate that interpretation to...
That's the one. I gave that book a lot of gravity, as John Fisher was the guy who founded the APDT - one of the highest respected training...
Indeed, that story is one I find hard to forget! According to the author, the negative associations just ran too deep. Imagine this went on for...
As it's topical - there is a heart wrenching story in the book Think Dog about an invisible fence. A golden retriever was freaking out in his own...
Smoke, air fresheners, floor wipes and all manner of strong smelling or fragranced cleaning products can all irritate a dogs eyes too so look out...
Training a "drop it" can certainly done without needing to touch him or his mouth to avoid having to man-handle things out of his mouth in the...
