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Teaching your dog to lay down: The L Shape Technique August 15, 2008

Teaching your dog down is slightly more difficult than teaching him to sit. This is because sitting is much more comfortable than laying down when they are full of energy or intent on their reward. But with diligence and effort, you should have your dog trained to go to a down position in about three [...]

Bribes, Lures and Rewards August 14, 2008

When training your dog in obedience, make sure you know the difference between a bribe, a lure and a reward.
Bribe: Something you show your dog (food, toy, etc…) before you ask him for a behavior. Try to always avoid bribes. Some owners make the mistake of bribing their dog, and find that the dog will [...]

Welcome to Good Dog, Good Owner! August 13, 2008

Welcome to Good Dog, Good Owner!! Good Dog, Good Owner is a blog that posts tons of articles about training your dog in  basic obedience and house manners, how to solve behavioral problems, and so much more.The purpose of Good Dog, Good Owner is to inform dog owners about every aspect of raising and owning [...]