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Mara Finger

Position Statement on the Use of Dominance Theory in Behavior Modification of Animals

Definition of Dominance Dominance is defined as a relationship between individual animals that is established by force/aggression and...

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AVSAB Position Statement On Puppy Socialization

The Primary and most important time for puppy socialization is the first three months of life.During this time puppies should be exposed...

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WALK ON A LEASH

1 - Reward the correct behavior. The walk is a big reward to your dog, be aware to not reward bad behavior. 2 - Stop and ask your dog to...

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POTTY TRAINING - NO CRATE

1 - Keep the house clean and free of odors. Don't forget that the dog's sense of smell is much better than ours, which means they smell...

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POTTY TRAINING - CRATE

The easiest way to train a dog to pee or poop in the right place is by watching them doing it right and then praising and rewarding them....

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TEACHING YOUR DOG A NEW COMMAND - 4 STEPS

There are some variations, depending on the command, but basically, we can use these steps for teaching your dog anything. 1 - Lure....

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JUMPING AND BITING - DOGS - 5 STEPS

1. Stay near the door. 2. Wait for your dog to jump and bite. 3. Open the door, step inside, close the door, turn back (if it is a glass...

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GAMES FOR PETS

Round Robin Recalls 1º STEP - Everyone stands a few feet apart. - One at a time, call the dog to you. - Whoever is currently calling the...

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FEEDING YOUR DOG

Food is one of the most powerful rewards to your dog, so stop using the bowl and start using the food as a tool to train your dog. This...

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EXCESSIVE BARKING

Some dogs are super sensitive to any noise outside the house. We will first reduce the barking frequency and teach your dog to "Bark" and...