Squeaky Toys

Even good dogs can be VERY destructive sometimes. Xena has never found a squeaky toy that she didn't like, however, she has found many that she has destroyed within 10 minutes, tops.

This can be a very annoying behavior if you are the dog owner buying the toys they
destroy. What is equally annoying is that many dogs quit playing with their toys
after they get the squeaker out or the toys quit squeaking.

Why do dogs do this?

My theory goes back to nature. When dogs hunted for prey, they would hunt and
kill. Their prey would squeak or make noises. Xena is super friendly (unless your a
squirrel or mouse) but definitely a huntress!

Hunting for prey was part of their natural hunting instinct. Once caught, the prey
made noises as the dog proceeded with the kill, which can be very satisfying to a
hungry dog.When the prey was dead - the squeaking stopped.

A squeaky toy can give a dog the same type of satisfaction. Xena has a blue ball
that is ribbed that she has not destroyed yet that she loves to make squeak. What
is your dog's favorite squeaky toy?

Obedience Training

Dog Obedience Training Opens Communication With Owner

When a dog misbehaves it is not because they are bad, it is usually because they are dogs and they are simply acting like the animals they are. They will eat the furniture and everything else that strikes their fancy, jump up on things and people and even bite the hands that feed them. While dog obedience training may not solve every issue of behavior you have with your dog, it is a way of helping the dog understand what your expectations are. Positive training creates and maintains the bond between you and your dog. In most cases, the dog will want to please its owner and will love the attention they get during training.

It Is Never Too Late To Begin Training

The old saying that it is not possible to teach an old dog new tricks is not valid as dogs can and will be open to dog obedience training, provided it is done correctly. Beginning dog obedience training should start as soon as the dog arrives at its new home, regardless of the animal’s age, as it has learned behaviors that you may want it to unlearn before it begins to learn new ways of doing things.

Once a relationship and order has been established between you and the dog, it will be ready to start learning expected behaviors from you. Understand, however that some old behaviors may creep back into the animal s daily routine and you must show the dog through your dog obedience training that you understand he is a creature of habit, but that the actions are unacceptable. Training a dog is a lifetime exercise.

If you have never trained a dog before, it may be good to take you and the animal to a dog obedience class to learn the basics and then continue with dog obedience training at your home. Remember to be consistent with the training or the dog may become confused about what is expected. Consistency will keep your dog trained and a happy family member.

Is Obedience Class Right for My Dog?

Is Obedience Training Right for my dog?

Most dogs can benefit tremendously from a well-taught obedience training class.

Is dog obedience training school for your dog? Even experienced dog owners can often benefit from some expert tips on how to train a dog, and a good instructor should provide valuable feedback on how you can improve your training skills.

However, not all dogs are ready for group class, and some may benefit from private training instead. The best way to set your dog up for success is to find a good trainer and ask what type of services would be best for your dog.