SIT/STAY COMMAND Begin with your dog on your

SIT/STAY COMMAND Begin with your dog on your left side, facing the same direction you are. Reach across your body with your right hand; grasp the leash in your right hand, holding it about 1 inch above the clasp. With your left hand grasp your dog�s hips gently. Using your left hand, rotate your dogs hips back, then down, into the sitting position, as you say �_________________ sit.� (Command Tone) Once your dog is in the sitting position, give the command �STAY�, as you show him/her the stay hand signal with a SNAP. (Palm of right hand) As you turn and face your dog, moving with your right foot first, begin to back away from him with a slack leash as you praise him: �Goooood boy!� When your dog gets up (and he will!) move quickly and SNAP the leash straight over his head as you say �NO!� (correction tone). Follow this ediately with �STAY�, (command tone) using the hand signal. Praise your dog both physically and verbally, while he/she remains in SIT/STAY. Your goal is to be able to circle your dog while he/she STAYS. Gently pull your dog toward you as you say �YOU�RE THROUGH!� (praise tone). Remember it is important to maintain patience and control; it is necessary for your dog to make mistakes so he can learn not to make them! TRAINING GOAL:______________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ c Remember: If you have any questions, please call our office Monday-Friday, 8:30 am -5:00 pm c (704) 573-3647
Dog Training Royal Oak

Ken Landa
Dog Training In your Home

IAEA says gets info on possible Iran military work

IAEA says gets info on possible Iran military work
VIENNA (Reuters) - The U.N. atomic watchdog has received new information regarding allegations that Iran may be seeking to develop a nuclear-armed missile, the agency said in a report voicing deepening concern about the issue.

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IAEA says gets info on possible Iran military work

IAEA says gets info on possible Iran military work
VIENNA (Reuters) - The U.N. atomic watchdog has received new information regarding allegations that Iran may be seeking to develop a nuclear-armed missile, the agency said in a report voicing deepening concern about the issue.

Hot dogs, apple pie and faith: Next reality TV show?

Hot dogs, apple pie and faith: Next reality TV show?
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Double dog dare, part deux
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Sheriff: 3 kids 'raised worse than dogs'

Sheriff: 3 kids 'raised worse than dogs'
Three adopted children who allegedly suffered burns and were forced to eat pet food lived in "inhumane conditions" and may never fully recover, an Oklahoma sheriff said Thursday.

Sheriff: 3 kids 'raised worse than dogs'

Sheriff: 3 kids 'raised worse than dogs'
Three adopted children who allegedly suffered burns and were forced to eat pet food lived in "inhumane conditions" and may never fully recover, an Oklahoma sheriff said Thursday.

Cambodia: Thai border shooting due to dog fight

Cambodia: Thai border shooting due to dog fight

Bad blood between Cambodians and Thais that has led to several deadly skirmishes over disputed territory has spread to their canine compatriots, with a dog fight sparking a brief border clash.

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Suspect's dog helps deputies find him hiding in woods

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Suspect's dog helps deputies find him hiding in woods
A Burke County man's dog actually helped police find him when he gave then the slip Friday morning, according to authorities.

Suspect's dog helps deputies find him hiding in woods

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Suspect's dog helps deputies find him hiding in woods
A Burke County man's dog actually helped police find him when he gave then the slip Friday morning, according to authorities.

DIGGING CAN BE DANGEROUS Ruined landscaping, escape attempts,

DIGGING CAN BE DANGEROUS Ruined landscaping, escape attempts, and dirty dogs: Digging can be a very destructive and expensive adventure for your dog to embark upon. First, you need to question why your dog is digging in the first place. Is it bored? We already spoke to the resolution of that issue in the above article. Second, do they dig and lay in the holes? Then your dog may be hot or cold and looking for some relief. Train your dog where to lay his head by finding a more suitable bed that satisfies their warmth or cooling requirements. Third and most tricky, is your dog trying to leave your yard by digging under a fence? To reverse this one, you will need to attach a long line to their collar and watch them. When you catch them in the act of digging, you need to correct them, while saying "NO!", and then replace their behavior with an obedience command. When you find holes, it is important to immediately refill them. Check to be sure that the dog has not buried anything in the hole to prevent them from re-digging the hole to retrieve their items. Do not allow your dog to take food, treats, or rawhides outside because this often can lead to an instinctive burying behavior to protect their leftovers. If the behaviors continue after consistent observing and training on your own, make sure to call us so that the behaviors do not become a solidified habit.
Chattanooga Dog Training

Dee Bass
Dog Training In Your Home

DIGGING CAN BE DANGEROUS Ruined landscaping, escape attempts,

DIGGING CAN BE DANGEROUS Ruined landscaping, escape attempts, and dirty dogs: Digging can be a very destructive and expensive adventure for your dog to embark upon. First, you need to question why your dog is digging in the first place. Is it bored? We already spoke to the resolution of that issue in the above article. Second, do they dig and lay in the holes? Then your dog may be hot or cold and looking for some relief. Train your dog where to lay his head by finding a more suitable bed that satisfies their warmth or cooling requirements. Third and most tricky, is your dog trying to leave your yard by digging under a fence? To reverse this one, you will need to attach a long line to their collar and watch them. When you catch them in the act of digging, you need to correct them, while saying "NO!", and then replace their behavior with an obedience command. When you find holes, it is important to immediately refill them. Check to be sure that the dog has not buried anything in the hole to prevent them from re-digging the hole to retrieve their items. Do not allow your dog to take food, treats, or rawhides outside because this often can lead to an instinctive burying behavior to protect their leftovers. If the behaviors continue after consistent observing and training on your own, make sure to call us so that the behaviors do not become a solidified habit.
Chattanooga Dog Training

Dee Bass
Dog Training In Your Home

Alpha Lifts - This is a great way

Alpha Lifts - This is a great way to start getting puppy to trust and give in to the owners authority. This is not as dominate as an alpha rollover yet it is a smaller version of the concept of the dog losing some control over there freedom. The owner would stand over their dog facing the same direction of the dog. With one leg on each side of the dog. Then using both hands the owner reaches under the dogs chest and lifts the dogs front legs off the ground. Allowing the dogs front legs to very lightly touch the ground. This will tempt the dog to try and walk away, however they can not and learn to trust in the fact that the owner will release them once they no longer try to move. Then the owner can do the same thing with all four feet off the ground, same As above. This is a great exercise for owners to use to gain trust and slight dominance over their dogs. Mark Thompson
Chattanooga Dog Training

Dee Bass
Dog Training In Your Home

Alpha Lifts - This is a great way

Alpha Lifts - This is a great way to start getting puppy to trust and give in to the owners authority. This is not as dominate as an alpha rollover yet it is a smaller version of the concept of the dog losing some control over there freedom. The owner would stand over their dog facing the same direction of the dog. With one leg on each side of the dog. Then using both hands the owner reaches under the dogs chest and lifts the dogs front legs off the ground. Allowing the dogs front legs to very lightly touch the ground. This will tempt the dog to try and walk away, however they can not and learn to trust in the fact that the owner will release them once they no longer try to move. Then the owner can do the same thing with all four feet off the ground, same As above. This is a great exercise for owners to use to gain trust and slight dominance over their dogs. Mark Thompson
Chattanooga Dog Training

Dee Bass
Dog Training In Your Home

Donghae on the morning of 12 February 2011 after 110 cm of snow fell

Donghae on the morning of 12 February 2011 after 110 cm of snow fell

These photographs and those that will follow are placed by request of CNN should I have material to add. The snow fell during the night of 11 and 12 February 2011. These shots were taken after I woke up and realised what has happened. It was an awesome scene to see the snow so deep.

 

I was standing on my balcony and saw all the people shoveling snow. It was only when I started to walk around with my dog, Tiger, a small Shih Tzu, that I saw that the cars were hidden in the snow. I am still wondering how many cars were damaged by the graders ploughing the snow. In some instances it was not possible to see where cars were or if it was just a heap of snow.

 

Please read this report with the others I have posted before.

 

These  photographs were taken from my apartment block. The people in my area  just started to shovel the snow. They have used all kinds of machines  and shovels they could find.

 

People in Korea are a real  community. Everybody worked together to get the area clean of snow.  That is the great thing about Korea, everything is a community effort.

 

Friendship  in Korea means that I have an obligation towards you if I am your  friend, and also if we share the same community. In Africa we call it  Ubuntu.

Donghae on the morning of 12 February 2011 after 110 cm of snow fell

Donghae on the morning of 12 February 2011 after 110 cm of snow fell

These photographs and those that will follow are placed by request of CNN should I have material to add. The snow fell during the night of 11 and 12 February 2011. These shots were taken after I woke up and realised what has happened. It was an awesome scene to see the snow so deep.

 

I was standing on my balcony and saw all the people shoveling snow. It was only when I started to walk around with my dog, Tiger, a small Shih Tzu, that I saw that the cars were hidden in the snow. I am still wondering how many cars were damaged by the graders ploughing the snow. In some instances it was not possible to see where cars were or if it was just a heap of snow.

 

Please read this report with the others I have posted before.

 

These  photographs were taken from my apartment block. The people in my area  just started to shovel the snow. They have used all kinds of machines  and shovels they could find.

 

People in Korea are a real  community. Everybody worked together to get the area clean of snow.  That is the great thing about Korea, everything is a community effort.

 

Friendship  in Korea means that I have an obligation towards you if I am your  friend, and also if we share the same community. In Africa we call it  Ubuntu.

New Dogs Hope to Learn Old Tricks at 2011 Westminster Dog Show

New Dogs Hope to Learn Old Tricks at 2011 Westminster Dog Show

Nearly 2,600 dogs are competing in the Westminster Kennel Club show this year (including six new breeds), and they all carry the abbreviation "Ch." before their names — it stands for champion, since every dog at Madison Square Garden has already been a winner somewhere.

2011 Westminster Dog Show: Meet the Competition

The 135th Annual Westminster Kennel Club dog show kicks off this week, where prize pooches preen and spaniels strut. Here's a sample of the crowd -- which will be best in breed? 

INTRODUCTION TO HOUSEBREAKING Dogs are descendants of wild

INTRODUCTION TO HOUSEBREAKING Dogs are descendants of wild wolves, and although they are now domesticated, dogs and wolves still share many basic instincts. As young pups, both wild and domestic dogs are instinctively clean. Even in the wild, wolves are very reluctant to relieve themselves in or near their den. THE DEN: Wild and domestic dogs will typically establish a den. A den is a small area, normally with one opening, in which they feel safe and secure. Dogs spend lots of time in their dens: they will eat, sleep, play and whelp their puppies in there. Thus, a healthy dog will not relieve himself in his den. SCHEDULE: Your training instructor will custom design a feeding schedule for your dog. This will help you coordinate your dogs need to relieve himself with your schedule. To succeed in housebreaking your dog, it is critical that you adhere to your schedule. RELIEF STATION: You must establish a “relief station” that your dog can easily recognize. For example, you can create a 20x20 area marked by pine cones. Or if you have a natural area you’d like the dog to use, you may designate that his relief station. CORRECTION: Dogs will only learn from your correction if you catch them “red- handed”. If you don’t catch them in the act, you’re wasting your time correcting them. WATCH OR CONFINEMENT WATCH: Since after-the-fact corrections are not effective, it is sometimes necessary to watch your dog at all times. WATCH makes this practical. Your dog will be on his leash and by your side . This allows you to move about the house, catching your dog in the act of relieving himself. You will then be able to correct him -- effectively -- on the spot. Another benefit of the WATCH mode is that in forcing your dog to constantly follow your movements, you are asserting your leadership and ensuring his loyalty. CONFINEMENT: Achieves two goals: first, it establishes a den for your dog. Second, it forces your dog to rely on his instinctive desire NOT to soil his den. If your dog relieves himself in the den, he’ll quickly find this distasteful. He will learn to wait until being released from confinement to take care of his business. If, however, you do find that your dog has relieved himself in his den, leave him with the mess for 15 minutes. You want this behavior to have negative consequences for your dog. WATCH/CONFINEMENT procedures will be effective only if your housebreaking schedule is followed! PLEASE remember: it is very important to fill out your housebreaking logs completely.
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INTRODUCTION TO HOUSEBREAKING Dogs are descendants of wild

INTRODUCTION TO HOUSEBREAKING Dogs are descendants of wild wolves, and although they are now domesticated, dogs and wolves still share many basic instincts. As young pups, both wild and domestic dogs are instinctively clean. Even in the wild, wolves are very reluctant to relieve themselves in or near their den. THE DEN: Wild and domestic dogs will typically establish a den. A den is a small area, normally with one opening, in which they feel safe and secure. Dogs spend lots of time in their dens: they will eat, sleep, play and whelp their puppies in there. Thus, a healthy dog will not relieve himself in his den. SCHEDULE: Your training instructor will custom design a feeding schedule for your dog. This will help you coordinate your dogs need to relieve himself with your schedule. To succeed in housebreaking your dog, it is critical that you adhere to your schedule. RELIEF STATION: You must establish a “relief station” that your dog can easily recognize. For example, you can create a 20x20 area marked by pine cones. Or if you have a natural area you’d like the dog to use, you may designate that his relief station. CORRECTION: Dogs will only learn from your correction if you catch them “red- handed”. If you don’t catch them in the act, you’re wasting your time correcting them. WATCH OR CONFINEMENT WATCH: Since after-the-fact corrections are not effective, it is sometimes necessary to watch your dog at all times. WATCH makes this practical. Your dog will be on his leash and by your side . This allows you to move about the house, catching your dog in the act of relieving himself. You will then be able to correct him -- effectively -- on the spot. Another benefit of the WATCH mode is that in forcing your dog to constantly follow your movements, you are asserting your leadership and ensuring his loyalty. CONFINEMENT: Achieves two goals: first, it establishes a den for your dog. Second, it forces your dog to rely on his instinctive desire NOT to soil his den. If your dog relieves himself in the den, he’ll quickly find this distasteful. He will learn to wait until being released from confinement to take care of his business. If, however, you do find that your dog has relieved himself in his den, leave him with the mess for 15 minutes. You want this behavior to have negative consequences for your dog. WATCH/CONFINEMENT procedures will be effective only if your housebreaking schedule is followed! PLEASE remember: it is very important to fill out your housebreaking logs completely.
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Dangerous dogs not off the hook when moving counties

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Dangerous dogs not off the hook when moving counties
A family has until next Friday to decide what to do with a dog that has been deemed dangerous after attacking a 7-year-old.

Man saves dog, injured girl grateful
Right there  in the middle of South Point Road in Belmont, was a dog who didn't stand a chance.

Woman escapes as 15 dogs and cats die in mobile home fire
More than a dozen dogs and cats died in a mobile home fire in Pineville early Thursday morning.

Dangerous dogs not off the hook when moving counties

Dog Training Royal Oak

Ken Landa
Dog Training In your Home -

Dangerous dogs not off the hook when moving counties
A family has until next Friday to decide what to do with a dog that has been deemed dangerous after attacking a 7-year-old.

Man saves dog, injured girl grateful
Right there  in the middle of South Point Road in Belmont, was a dog who didn't stand a chance.

Woman escapes as 15 dogs and cats die in mobile home fire
More than a dozen dogs and cats died in a mobile home fire in Pineville early Thursday morning.