HowToDoThings.com Behavior & Training

How To Build an Agility Training Tire Jump

cwalk — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:53:04 -0500

How To Train Your Dog To Stay

sspets — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 13:34:50 -0500

How To Make the Trip to the Vet Successful

cwalk — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 12:20:36 -0500

First time (and subsequent) visits to the veterinarian can be frightening for you and your dog. You’re wondering if he’ll get in a fight with another animal or try to chase a cat. He’s wondering about the new scents, strange odors and every other pet in the waiting room, especially that cat. There are things you can do to prepare your dog for the trips to the vet. With a little practice, patience, and treats, your dog will be ready to go, and get along with all the other pets, in no time!

How To Make Barking a Thing of the Past

cwalk — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 16:46:28 -0500

Dogs love to bark, and do so for a variety of reasons. It is their form of communication. Sometimes, a barking dog can be a nuisance to both the owner and the neighborhood. In order to modify your pooch’s barking behavior, you must first understand what is causing it. Once the culprit is identified, then a non-barking training program can be started immediately.

Puppies learn very quickly that barking gets them the attention they want. He barks, you check to see what is going on. In this case, the barking is caused by a need for attention. It’s a good idea to not give into his pup-like attention-seeking habits. As the pup grows up, he may still resort to barking, because he knows it will produce results. Make sure you are giving your dog an adequate amount of attention. Spend time playing with him and taking him for walks. He will soon learn that he does not have to bark to get you to play.

Reasons for barking:

How To Teach Your Dog to Potty in One Area of the Yard

Nicole Wilde — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 13:21:55 -0500

Although owners love their dogs, they don’t love the results of the dogs using the entire backyard as a potty area. Urine stains can kill grass and leave ugly yellow patches. And no one wants their kids playing among urine and feces. Here’s how to teach your dog to potty in one specific area:

How To Become a Dog Trainer

Nicole Wilde — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 16:23:26 -0500

Are you a dog lover who is considering turning your passion into a profession? It takes more to be a trainer than a love of dogs--here’s the inside scoop from an experienced professional.

How To Help Your Shy or Fearful Dog

Nicole Wilde — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:20:14 -0500

Dogs can be shy or fearful for many reasons, including genetics, lack of early socialization, and traumatic experience. Regardless of the cause, there are things you can do to help.

How To Read a Dog's Body Language

Nicole Wilde — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 20:23:51 -0500

Understanding canine body language can offer insight into a dog’s emotional state. Some physical signals are obvious, some subtle, and some, misunderstood.

How To Prevent Your Dog From Marking His Territory

tybrown — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 20:45:17 -0500

Having a dog that marks in the house is a real hassle. Not only is it annoying and embarrassing, but it is also a symptom of deeper communication problems between owner and dog. Fixing a dog that marks in the house is a very simple concept to understand. The application, however, can be a bit difficult. Use the following steps as a guideline and you will be able to fix a marking dog in no time.

How To Crate Train Your Dog

britgurlmax — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 14:20:08 -0600

Teaching your dog to go into a crate is an invaluable tool for housebreaking, and a safe way for him to travel. It also provides him with a space all to himself when he needs alone time. Dogs are den animals by nature, and a crate offers a den-like place for him to be safe and secure. There are many different types of crates available, but the most common types are wire cages with a tray bottom and the plastic airline crate. Both styles serve the purpose of confining a dog and providing a den for him to lie in. The dogs usually have no preference as to what style or color the crate is, as long as it is comfortable.

Choosing a crate