Category: Positive Dog Training
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How to draw a realistic dog?
Drawing a realistic dog combines observation of anatomy, confident construction, and attention to texture and light to make a subject read convincingly in any pose. Materials & Workspace Choose tools and a workspace that let you control line quality and rendering consistency; set up so visual decisions are repeatable and comfortable. Aim for focused work…
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Why does my dog sit on my feet?
Many dogs choose to sit on or near their owner’s feet, and the behavior can come from a mix of physical comfort, social bonding, and situational needs. Understanding posture, triggers, and alternatives helps owners respond in a calm, consistent way. Recognizing the behavior Sitting on a person’s feet typically means the dog places its rump,…
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What dogs dont shed?
Dogs described as “non‑shedding” or “hypoallergenic” are labels people use to describe lower visible hair and, in some cases, reduced allergen transfer to the home; definitions and expectations vary widely. What “non‑shedding” and “hypoallergenic” mean The term “non‑shedding” is informal and typically means a dog sheds little visible hair in the home, while “hypoallergenic” is…
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Triggers for Dogs
Triggers are specific cues or contexts that cause a dog to react beyond routine behavior, and they depend on the individual animal and situation. Defining Triggers for Dogs In behavior work, a “trigger” is typically defined as an identifiable event or condition that, when it crosses a dog-specific threshold, reliably produces a measurable change in…
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The Importance of Training in Different Locations
Location shapes how people practice, interact, and apply new skills in real contexts. Why Location Matters Where learning happens influences retention, transfer to work, learner engagement, safety, and cost in measurable ways. Learner retention without reinforcement often declines by roughly 50% within one week, highlighting the need for location-linked reinforcement and follow-up training[1]. Training that…
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Why Is It So Important to Train Your Dog?
Training shapes a dog’s behavior and responses so that everyday interactions are safer and more predictable for both the dog and the people around them. Safety and risk reduction Training focused on safety reduces day-to-day risks by giving dogs reliable responses in hazardous or unpredictable situations. Recall, leash manners, and clear boundary control are core…
