Distraction Training : FANTASTIC!
A little off topic, might be in the wrong section. Just wanted to say that my hard work in training is starting to show off! Today I did something different, drove about 30 minutes to an outdoor...
View ArticleDogs’ Body Language Relevant to Learning Achievement
Just something I read the other day. 2-part thread __________________________________________ http://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/4/1/45/htm ____________________________________ Article Dogs’ Body Language...
View Articlejust playing on the swing
took my dog on his walk. it was drizzling all day so when we passed the newly built playground there wasn't anyone in sight. decided to try out the new swing. he was a little unsure but still tried his...
View ArticleDigging after Neutering?
So Fitz was neutered last week and now all of a sudden he's traded in his Malinois breed to be a Huskie. He digs at everything! Dirt, water bowl, tile, stone, and the couch. Does this have any relation...
View Articlehands free leashes
Recommend good hands free leashes, anyone? I love to walk both my dogs together, and I often have to have my children, 4 and 8, along also. A reliable hands free leash for both dogs would be wonderful....
View ArticleTraining Questions
Is it possible to create an On/Off switch with a dog? Axle is a little over 1.5 years old, believed to be a American Staffordshire Terrier who we adopted at 11 weeks. Been doing quite a bit of...
View ArticleIs this place dead or what..?
On days when I want to read interesting and lively discussion on working dogs this used to be my go to place. Now its about as dead as a strip club at 11am. Very few stimulating discussions, drama or...
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training and toy issues, etc
so.....who was it that determined that chewing on stuff was normal behavior and necessary for dogs ? ...... probably the toy manufacturers or...who determined that chewing on something is necessary to...
View Articletips on curbing bad habits in new pup?
Hi I am new to the WDF and a new Mal owner; I am having the following issues and was wondering if you guys might be able to help this newbie out. 1) when we encounter a new dog or person he want to run...
View Articlebiking with dog
anyone on here bike with their dog? what's the furthest distance you've gone? coolest places you've been? interesting stories? i tried to teach him to run behind the bike but he likes running in front...
View ArticleImport Dog to Ireland
Good Morning, I am importing my dog to Ireland at the beginning of next year. I am wondering if anyone has done this without using the pet export companies (ie pet express). I want to do it the safest...
View Articlecgc test
what are your opinions on a dog that cant pass the cgc test? i dont plan on taking it but just reading through the rules i know theres no way my dog would allow someone to pet his head or pick up his...
View ArticleHomeless People's Dogs
Have you ever noticed how cool, calm and well adjusted these dogs tend to be?
View ArticleDog following me from room to room, trying to understand why he does that
I have a 5yo insecure (scared of noise, people, etc) GSD adopted from the shelter, all I know from him is that they picked him up from the street, and he follows me anywhere I go at home, from room to...
View ArticleNo Bark collars
A family member has an 8 year old female Weimaraner who is spoiled and has been allowed to bark all her life. Apparently the other day, they received a noise complaint and must now answer a summons....
View ArticleBark collar for sep. anxiety
I have clients whose dog is showing indications of mild-moderate separation anxiety. A three year old beagle-JRT rescue and only had it for a few weeks. Extreme attachment to the woman and barking...
View Articleincreasing age in dogs
what do you do differently and how do you deal with your dog as it gets up there in years ? i think there was a thread somewhere so post the link if you know i'll start with one area ...teeth and gums...
View ArticleDog burned his paw pads, what to use?
My dog ran away and came back home with his pads burned, all four of them, plus thirsty and hungry of course, now he can't walk as it is too painful for him. This is the second time I lose him, the...
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sayonara
told you all i'd keep it short... hope all your future dogs are high drive, clear headed and as easy to train as Thunder
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Help Me Pick a Name
Hey, can you guys help me Brain-Storm some interesting, unique, strong names for a Beautiful, Male, Blue-Brindle Cane Corso? He will look like the picture when fully grown; Some of the names I was...
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I'm Losing My Boy...:(
RJ has had a couple of hernia surgeries in the last year. In the past few weeks he's slowly eating less. In the last 2 days he ate nothing and he's vomiting all the time. I took him to the vet and was...
View ArticleSharing my dog's leg surgery experience
A few days ago I saw my dog limping his back leg, at first I thought he was just playing and didn't take it seriously but after a few days he's still limping his leg it was getting worse so I've...
View ArticleHow much can herding dogs work in the heat?
I have a kelpie mix (I don't know mixed with what, she might even be pure kelpie, but she looks just a little off), and I am trying to get a feel for how to manage her in the heat. I want her to be my...
View ArticleAny KMODT in Australia still active?
Hey guys, Just curious if there are still any trainers in Australia actively using the KMODT?
View ArticleLabrador Retriever Health Predispositions
Hello, I am a student at the Royal Veterinary College and owner of a Labrador Retriever. I am currently undertaking a research project as part of my dissertation looking into the awareness of Labrador...
View ArticleNew to Forum - Deciding on Breed for Complete Novice
Hello everyone, I am new to this forum. My wife and I have a young daughter (just under 2 years old) and we are reading/researching into pets, mainly dogs because my wife and I are allergic to cat hair...
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How can an obese dog lose weight?
Kale chips This ironically named butterball of a beagle tipped the scales at 85 pounds and could barely lift his hind end to walk when he was surrendered by his elderly owner in January 2015. He was so...
View ArticleYoung pup teething or just mean
quick question I have not had a Czech line puppy this young just 8 weeks old normal I have had other working dog line that were 15 weeks or older. Is it normal for her to be going after our pants legs...
View Article2 behaviour questions
1) what is with the constant snapping of the jaws? SNAP SNAP SNAP SNAP?????? 2) When the 2 dogs are outside playing and I go outside to have a coffee they corral me and start to become very vocal and...
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subaru for pets
Searching for seatbelts that I could attached on my subaru and guess what subaru now have pet products Subaru Pet Harness Medium - SOA854H010 | Subaru Parts Pros. I'll probably need to wait until this...
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Pedigree information please.
Hi Everyone, Im just wondering if anyone might know where i can find information on the dogs in Ellie's pedigree? Such as any ringsport or maybe just general information. She looks to be outcrossed id...
View ArticleWhy is my daughter scared of the dog?
Why is my kid doing that My friend has two dogs, a 150 pound great Dane, and a 250 pound English mastiff. when we go over to visit and the dogs come out to greet us, my 4Y/O little girl gets really...
View ArticleWhy is my daughter so scared?
My friend has two dogs, a 150 pound great Dane, and a 250 pound English mastiff. when we go over to visit, my 4 year old daughter gets scared when they come near her, or start barking Why is she scared...
View ArticleLooking to own Australian Bernedoodle
Hi, I am looking to own an Australian Bernedoodle. But I really don't know much about these dogs. Just get some information about this breed from internet. I think these are relatively new dogs, so I...
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