Jumping on People Why do dogs jump on people? They want attention They are excited They are attempting to take something from you They think it’s fun How to curtail jumping on people Exercise your dog, this will release undesired energy. Obedience training will increase the effectiveness of verbal ques that will deter unwanted behaviors. YOU MUST IGNORE OR REDIRECT YOUR DOG EVERYTIME THEY “JUMP”. If you … [Read more...]
How To Prevent Bolting Out The Door
Bolting Out The Door Criteria- When you open the door your dog should not run out. If you are leaving the house with your dog your dog should sit by the door, you open the door, walk out, then allow your dog to go out the door by saying ‘ok’. Visual Que- Door opens. Train- Place your dog on leash by the door and either hold the leash or stand on the leash firmly but allowing slack on the leash. There should be no … [Read more...]
Your Spot
Your Spot- Your dog should go to a designated area and stay. Hand Signal- Point to the designated spot such as a dog bed or blanket/ towel laid out for your dog. Verbal Que- Your dogs name and ‘your spot’ Benefits- This behavior will deter your dog from begging, bolting out the door, and jumping on people. It will give your dog a special place to go. Train- Establish a visual que for your dog. For example, a … [Read more...]
Tips For Surviving Your Dogs Adolescence
As a trainer I find that many students become very frustrated with their puppies during their adolescents. Students are confused as to why their puppy, who was eager to please and looked to them for direction a week ago have now turned into this ball of energy who appears to have forgotten what they have learned. I’ve even seen this in the star obedience students! This confusion by pet owners is very common and the … [Read more...]
Keeping your dog cool in the summer
The warmest months in Hawaii are vastly upon us with temperatures reaching over 80F degrees and over 50 percent humidity. What does this mean for your dog, they do not have the luxury of taking off their fur coat. Humans have the ability to regulate their body temperature by sweat glands located throughout our bodies. When we sweat the evaporation of our sweat cools our body. Unlike humans, dogs’ do not have sweat … [Read more...]