Tag: German Shepherd Training
Out for a Walk: Teaching Your Puppy Not to Pull on the Leash
There are many things that tempt your dog when you’re out for a walk, like new smells and other animals. Your dog will try to get where he wants to go, even if that means pulling you along with him! If he pulls on the leash and you allow him to, you’ve reinforced him for… Read More ›
Do’s & Don’ts for a Healthy Dog
It is unhealthy for a dog to be overweight. Overfeeding is NOT a sign of love. Your German Shepherd is the right weight when you can tell there are ribs (without them being obvious) and there is a slight ‘waistline’ behind the ribs, before the rear legs. Stages: – Puppies eat more and are highly… Read More ›
How Can I Stop my Puppy from Biting
It’s important for puppies to learn to control their bites. This is best taught at a young age. Carefully watch your puppy for signs that he is about to grab your hand. Before he can do that, give him a soft toy or a Kong as an alternative. If puppy bites you before you can give him… Read More ›
Your Puppy Will Thank you for Reading (and Following) This
Do’s Be nice to your puppy every time he comes to you (even if coming back from an unexpected romp around the neighborhood or doing something disgusting). Consistently reward correct behaviors with praise. Give a command only once. Show him – again – if he doesn’t get it right. Use your dog’s name to get… Read More ›