Training a dog to fetch
Training a dog to fetch Having a dog who will charge after the ball can be a lot of fun and is a great way of exercising them. Here are some really key concepts that I run through in training a dog to fetch. The video above which when combined with some patience and a […]
One of my best Dog Training Tips
I have so many great dog training tips – this is possibly my favourite… Before you ask your dog to do something, ask yourself this: “Do I think that my dog will succeed?” If the answer is no then why are you going to do it? Lets take a very simple example. You are training […]
Managing your dog with a new baby at home
Bringing home a new baby is a wonderful experience and you want everything to go as smoothly as possible with your dog. Here is a little list of some things that you can do which will really help make the transition simple and straight forward. 1. Be the pack leader Being the pack leader is […]
DoggyDan Podcast: Introduction and Welcome to the Doggy Dan Podcast Show!
So here it is! My first ever podcast of ‘The Doggy Dan Podcast Show’, and this recording is more like an introduction to the Show, rather than the first episode. You can download the podcast to your computer or listen to it here on the blog. Additionally, I will be submitting the podcast feed to iTunes […]
A fresh look at raising kids and training dogs. My new book is out now…
“What The Dogs Taught Me About Being A Parent” In 2013 Random House released my first book on raising children and training dogs. Now I am pleased to announce that I have finally gotten round to making it into an Audio Book. So if you are looking for an easy way to learn more about […]
How to control your dog – 3 important principles for success
3 Huge dog training tips The more I work with dogs the more I see that it’s so often the simple things that we really need to focus on. When it comes to ‘how to control your dog’, it’s a case of going back to basics. Here are 3 simple concepts that I use in […]
The power of using food rewards in your dog training
Dog training – The correct use of food rewards Food is one of the most powerful tools that you can use to motivate and train your dogs. Think of it as very similar to the way you view your pay check each week…how long would you work at your current job if they stopped paying […]
15 Great Ideas To Keep Your Dog Cool In Hot Weather
“Doggy dan, should I worry about how to keep dogs cool in hot weather?” Most dog owners do not know this, but dogs FEEL the heat of the weather MUCH MORE than humans do. The challenge is dogs are unable to speak English so they’re never actually going to shout out “Hey, can you turn […]
9 Ways on How to Keep a Dog Warm at Night: For Indoor and Outdoor Dog Care
Stop relying on your dog’s fur for warmth especially on freezing temperatures — here are nine effective ways to keep your dog warm at night during winter. Hi, I’m Doggy Dan. Finding the best ways to keep your dog warm at night before winter even starts is a must for every dog owner. There’s a […]