Category: Positive Dog Training
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Positive Dog Training with a Clicker
Clicker training uses a small, consistent signal to mark precise behaviors and immediately deliver a reward to shape desirable responses in dogs. What Is Clicker Training? Clicker training is a marker-based form of positive reinforcement that pairs a distinct, brief sound with a primary reinforcer to increase the likelihood of a behavior. The modern clicker…
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Crate Training. Why Is It Illegal in Sweden and Finland?
Crate training refers to the practice of using a contained enclosure to restrict an animal’s movement for reasons such as safety, transport, or behavior management. The practice, its duration, and how it is regulated vary between jurisdictions. 1. What is crate training? Define crate training clearly so readers understand the practice being regulated. Crate training…
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Living and Training a Deaf Dog
Living with and training a deaf dog requires adjustments to communication, safety, and veterinary care while using clear visual and tactile signals to build cooperation and confidence. Understanding Deafness in Dogs Deafness in dogs can be congenital (present at birth) or acquired later in life, and it can affect one ear (unilateral) or both ears…
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15 Dog Breeds for a Small House
Choosing a dog breed that fits a small house affects daily routines, safety, and the long-term quality of life for both the dog and household members. Why breed choice matters for small houses Size, energy, and temperament determine how a dog uses limited floor area and communal rooms; dogs under 25 lbs (11 kg) generally…
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Dog Anxious After Moving Into a New House – How to Avoid the Stress?
Moving into a new house can be confusing for a dog and may lead to stress that shows up in behavior and body language. Early recognition and practical steps can reduce suffering and speed settling. Recognizing Post-Move Anxiety — Identify common signs so owners can respond early and appropriately. Watch for physical and behavioral indicators…
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5 Reasons Why Your Dog Kisses You
Dogs often lick their human companions, and that behavior can come from many social, sensory, and learned motivations. Affection and Bonding Licking frequently functions as an affiliative signal between dogs and people and is tied to neurochemical responses during close interaction. Experimental studies found oxytocin levels in dogs and owners rise after prolonged mutual gaze…
