There is a whole plethora of undesirable behaviours that your dog can display so there are many reasons that justify training your dog. Depending upon how you want your dog to behave, some breeds of dog will be easier to train than others, for example some breeds are naturally more intelligent.

This article has a few tips on dog obedience training that applies to all dogs although not all breeds are equally easy to train. A dog that has undergone thorough obedience training is always a joy to be around. It is so nice to have a dog respond in accordance to whatever command you are giving them. After obedience training you can feel very comfortable taking your dogs for a walk; because you know that they will listen to you. You can be safe in the knowledge that the dog will not go astray and cause any problems.

Would you put one of the new shock collars for dogs on your pet? Maybe you already have one on your dog because he stays outdoors. I think it's important to address why someone may purchase a shock collar. As we all know, many pets end up getting run over by cars, trucks and rigs. This could be for any random reason. Maybe they simply aren't paying attention, or maybe they spotted a rabbit and bolted after it. Remember that all of these animals run on instinct. They simply can't help it.

Understanding that dogs and humans require care that is very similar is very important for the dog owner. Dogs adjust to their environment throw growth and learning in much of the same ways as a small child does. Understanding what is expected of them is a knowledge that the dog is not born with. From birth a dog must be taught to act and react to situations in the way that we expect them to. They need to know the difference between right and wrong. Introduced in this article are some common challenges in dog behavior.

Isn't your new puppy adorable? They are just precious. And it's a good thing too. They're lucky they're so darned cute cuz they can be so frustrating sometimes you want to strangle them. But how can you stay mad at the little guys?

Puppies are adorable and loved additions to any family, but these cute, furry companions also come with all sorts of natural habits that may be quite a nuisance for a typical household.  Dogs are naturally primitive creatures. Thankfully, they adapt easily and can be trained with little effort, making it possible to share our homes with our favorite four-legged friends and still maintain our standards of order and cleanliness. Teaching your puppy to behave properly is a huge responsibility and may seem much more daunting than it should be.