Training an Obedient Guard Dog Can Be Fun
June 8, 2010 – 1:34 pm
The summertime can be a carefree time of year. You might lounge around more and eat more ice cream too. It’s easy to get back into bad habits, and it’s quite possible your pet learned some bad behavior too. If you have been feeding your pet table scraps and letting him/her beg and jump on people in the name of summer, it’s time to go back to school.
Retraining or starting to train your puppy is a great way to ensure that your pet safely interacts with others. If you want your dog to be an effective guard dog, you have to start somewhere so if your dog is already potty trained, teach your dog tricks such as fetch, stay, sit, lay down, etc. The Dog’s Mind in San Francisco, CA is just one of many dog trainers that can help you and your family enjoy and understand how your pet’s mind works. You might think training is a pain, but it can be fun and it’s better to have an obedient dog.
Overeating might have been you and your pet’s summer issue, so burn off those hot dogs and hamburgers by taking part in an exciting activity. Some activities you should consider are dock diving, herding, agility and flyball. You and your dog will be able to bond, and he/she will develop more of a sense of loyalty and protectiveness.
If you and your pooch are competitive, give flyball a try. Teams of dogs race from start to finish and jump over hurdles that lead to a box. The box contains a tennis ball, but the dog has to press the spring-loaded pad in order to release the ball. This will definitely show off your dog’s intelligence and speed. Maybe your pooch will turn pro.
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