Training Resources
Much material is available on-line that can help you understand how to train your dog. These resources vary from on-line classes to downloadable reading materials. There are also numerous excellent books that are perfect for training the well-behaved companion dog. Fenzi Dog Sports Academy has produced an e-book for new puppy owners that is chock-full of great articles and advice that you can access HERE. Download additional FREE guides from Ian Dunbar and Avidog by clicking the buttons below.
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TRAINING IN THE AGE OF COVID-19 AND SOCIAL DISTANCING
With social distancing and limited class sizes at dog facilities, training and socializing a young puppy has become more difficult. However, there are some misconceptions of what "socialization" means. Many people think it means getting your dog to interact with lots of other dogs in a sort of kindergarten kind of way. Dogs really don't care if they have lots of doggie friends and this is not what puppy classes were designed for -- they were designed to teach you how to be interesting enough to your puppy that your puppy would pay attention to you in the presence of really alluring distractions (other puppies!). Socialization really means exposing your puppy to new environments, new sounds, new locations, and new people so that your puppy is confident in many different situations. If you cannot get your puppy into a puppy class within the first 3 weeks of having it at your home, you can enroll in one of these classes to bridge the gap while you wait to begin a group class:
Jane Killion - With Open Arms and a Level Head: How to Bring a Puppy into Your Life
Pupford Training with Zak George - 30 day free Perfect Pup training course
Make sure you really understand what is meant by "socialization" of puppies. It is not about meeting other dogs and having a good time!
Jane Killion - With Open Arms and a Level Head: How to Bring a Puppy into Your Life
Pupford Training with Zak George - 30 day free Perfect Pup training course
Make sure you really understand what is meant by "socialization" of puppies. It is not about meeting other dogs and having a good time!
Online Resources
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Online Courses
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