let's see, where should I start. they bark at inanimate objects, they act like they're starving but they don't eat their food unless there's something special mixed in, one of them will knock on the door by hitting it with her tail when she wants to come in, the other spends hours siting and licking the air, they bark at the neighbors dogs through the fence, they're silly dogs.
2007-05-11 13:23:37
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answered by Juan Sanchez Villa-Lobos Ramirez 7
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Having a trained dog isn’t the same as having a balanced dog, but if your dog knows a few basic commands, it can be helpful when tackling problem behaviors — existing ones or those that may develop in the future. Learn here https://tr.im/liHoN
So where do you start with dog obedience training? You could take a class, but it’s not necessary; you can do it yourself. In fact, with the right attitude, it can be fun for both you and your dog!
Step 1 : Sit
This is one of the easiest dog obedience commands to teach, so it’s a good one to start with.
• Hold a treat close to your dog’s nose.
• Move your hand up, allowing his head to follow the treat and causing his bottom to lower.
• Once he’s in sitting position, say “Sit,” give him the treat, and share affection.
Repeat this sequence a few times every day until your dog has it mastered. Then ask your dog to sit before mealtime, when leaving for walks, and during other situations where you’d like him calm and seated.
Step 2 : Come
This command can help keep a dog out of trouble, bringing him back to you if you lose grip on the leash or accidentally leave the front door open.
• Put a leash and collar on your dog.
• Go down to his level and say, “Come,” while gently pulling on the leash.
• When he gets to you, reward him with affection and a treat.
Once he’s mastered it with the leash, remove it — and practice the command in a safe, enclosed area.
Step 3 : Down
This can be one of the more difficult commands in dog obedience training. Why? Because the position is a submissive posture. You can help by keeping training positive and relaxed, particularly with fearful or anxious dogs.
• Find a particularly good smelling treat, and hold it in your closed fist.
• Hold your hand up to your dog’s snout. When he sniffs it, move your hand to the floor, so he follows.
• Then slide your hand along the ground in front of him to encourage his body to follow his head.
• Once he’s in the down position, say “Down,” give him the treat, and share affection.
Repeat it every day. If your dog tries to sit up or lunges toward your hand, say “No” and take your hand away. Don’t push him into a down position, and encourage every step your dog takes toward the right position. After all, he’s working hard to figure it out!
2016-07-19 12:27:44
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answered by robert 3
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My cat sucked the end of her tail until it was so drippy I had to dry it with toweling. She's black, & it began to turn a reddish colour. She did this for almost a year after I got her, (she wasn't a happy cat in the home she was in before & I took this as sign of insecurity). I've now had her 12 years & she NEVER does this anymore.
2007-05-11 13:50:58
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answered by Psychic Cat 6
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Our cat sleeps stretched out on its back & also snores...
2007-05-11 13:22:50
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answered by Anonymous
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When there is a TV show with barking dogs on it one of my dogs would run out into the yard and look for them, the other one would follow him..... then the second dog got 'smart', while the first dog ran outside looking for the intruders, she would wait in front of the TV, for them to come out!
2007-05-11 13:29:36
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answered by Lauren J 6
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Races through the house until he gets to the throw rug on the hardwood floor. As soon as he gets on the rug, he slams on the brakes and slides the rug across the floor.
2007-05-11 13:22:36
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answered by Anonymous
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mine turns upside down and looks at you and knock everything off the bed come up and hit you with her paw and run away cats funny and looks at you funny
2007-05-11 13:21:10
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answered by marsh 7
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One of my cats bosses my human children.... when one got out of bed, she followed & "yelled" until they went back to bed.... she also goes & checks them during the night....
she is the same one who also likes to ride around on my shoulders...
2007-05-11 13:18:49
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answered by from HJ 7
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my dog,annabel,brings stuff into our yard that she steals from the neighbors..well one day she brought a pair of men's tighty wighty underwear on our step..i dont know how she got it..im kinda scared to find out..lol
2007-05-11 14:28:37
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answered by sarah 5
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my cat chases us all over the house...I swear she's a dog in a cat outfit, I just can't find the zipper.....
2007-05-11 13:19:44
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answered by JenJen 6
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