November 7th, 2007
Dog whining is a frequently met behavior that many dog owners would like to get rid of. There are a few methods that can be employed to help and stop dog whining. If you are facing this problem, here’s what you can do about it.
The secret for a successful dog training that deals with the cessation of dog whining is to start as early as possible. Also, there are a few important aspects that you have to bear in mind. You must be fully aware of the motives your dog has to use this method of expression. Dog whining as well as dog barking are part of the dog’s means to tell you something. Whining can be a way to tell you that your dog is in pain or sick. In case you have a dog that has been properly trained and has learned not to whine but suddenly starts whining, this is an obvious symptom of a certain pain or sickness. Go to your vet and see what the problem is and you will get rid of the whining.
Other reasons for dog whining are separation, fear, disappointment, being left alone for too long. If your pet is whining when it is left alone, there’s a simple exercise you can do to hinder that behavior in the future. This exercise is successful with almost 100% of the cases if it is done when the dog is a pup. The exercise is like this: have fun for a few minutes with your dog and then suddenly leave the room or go somewhere your dog cannot visualize you. This will have as an effect the whining. You as the master must not return immediately as you hear the whining. This won’t teach your pet to stop dog whining. It will only encourage this behavior. Even if it is difficult for you to hear your dog whining, leave it like this for a few minutes. It will stop after a while.
However, there are dogs that don’t stop whining. For these, the method should include some verbal commands such as a firm NO, when the whining appears. When you see it stopped, you can return. Repeat this game for a few times, until your puppy understands the fact that every time you go away, you come back, so it will not whine anymore. The dog needs to know that you don’t go away for good, and this exercise is perfect. This will work when you will be gone even for longer periods of time, such as going to work or even on holiday.
All in all, dog whining is an issue that can be dealt with. The best is to start the training when your pet is a puppy. In case you have a grown up dog that whines, you can talk to a dog trainer and get your dog to do some obedience training classes. This will help a lot and dog whining will be a long forgotten memory.
Demosthenes Damon is an article writer and dog lover. To learn more about his the reviews of dog training products please visit http://www.dogbookdoubter.com/ or click Dog Training
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November 1st, 2007
Dog aggression can be a very serious problem. So why do some dogs become aggressive? They may feel threatened or they may feel their territory is being threatened. Dogs that are insecure and lack confidence can also be aggressive. Also we can not forget that if a dog is mistreated or abused this can definitely lead to aggression.
We see biting as a display of aggression but we sometimes overlook that dogs that bark and lunge at people or other animals are also displaying aggression. Aggressive behaviour has to be dealt with immediately before it escalates into a very serious situation. Possible injury to a person or another dog or animal can be a reality that we cannot overlook.
The number one solution to a dog’s aggressive behaviour is training. Unfortunately simple obedience training is not going to be that effective when dealing with an aggressive dog.
Normally, aggressive dogs are not allowed into normal obedience and training schools for the simple fact of protecting the other participants in the class. You are going to have to find a trainer who specializes in dog aggression. Your vet may be able to help you with this or you can check out the yellow pages or even the internet.
Although proper training may be expensive and not that easy or simple you have to do what you can to resolve your dog’s aggression.
Before you sign up check out what techniques are being used to deal with an aggressive dog. Some outdated methods can actually be more harmful than helpful to your dog. Be sure to do your research. Ask the potential trainer if you can watch his training methods. At the end of the day what you want is for your dog to stop attacking. You don’t want to be constantly worried whether or not your “companion” is going to bite you, someone else, or another animal.
Remember also that some states or provinces have laws in effective that deal very harshly with an aggressive dog.
In Ontario Canada right now they have Bill 132 commonly referred to as the Pit Bull ban. This is very scary legislation.
This legislation bans pit bulls and other bull terrier types and the onus is on the owner to prove their dog is not a pit bull. It also allows your dog, if seized, to be put down or given to someone else that lives where the ban is not in place. They can also give your dog to a laboratory for research.
This legislation does not define what a bite is, what an attack is or even what menacing behaviour is. (Hope you get along with your neighbour).
I strongly believe that we should have some protection from aggressive dogs but to ban specific breeds is not the way to do it. To follow their trend of thought would be to say that if we found one white male politician that had not kept his campaign promises then we should never allow any white males to hold politic office since they all are not trustworthy. For some reason I can’t see something like that even being considered.
Remember when you get a dog they are a lifetime commitment. Training is vital for them and you. With the proper training and socialization you can establish that bond that you really both desire.
As an owner of dobermans for the last 25 years, Maureen recognizes the need of properly training your dog. She offers useful hints and tips on training your dog. You can find thesesimple techniques for your dog and you at http://www.traineddogsrule.com
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