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DIY Dog Grooming: How to Keep Your Dog Calm and Still During In-Home Grooming
Recall Training Using a Place Board: Tackling Overshooting on Return.
When practicing recall with exuberant, high drive dogs, one common issue is overshooting — where the dog skids past you on their return. To fix this, you can refine the recall using a a dog training platform like a place board. Place Board Refresher The T.A.R.G.E.T method from the Place Board eBook is perfect for refreshing foundational place board training, helping your dog focus and return precisely in front of you. Your goal is to achieve five successful repetitions in a row, where your dog voluntarily returns to the place board after being released. This shows your dog has built a...
Mastering Long Retrieves: Essential Gun Dog Retrieving Exercises for Distance using Place Boards
How to stop dogs pulling. A Step-by-Step Guide
Loose lead walking can make a huge difference to your walks, turning them into a more enjoyable experience for both you and your dog. Whether you're in Balsham, Barton, or the surrounding areas of Cambridge, this guide is designed to help you train your dog to: Walk on a loose lead with no tension. Focus on you. Walk comfortably beside your leg. Why Loose Lead Walking Matters Dogs are natural body language readers. Without any formal training, dogs rely on body language as their primary method of communication. This means they are highly attuned to our movements. As soon...
How to Train Your Dog to Be Comfortable with Grooming
A Guide for Comb-Phobic Pups Grooming is an essential part of your dog’s overall health and well-being. Alessandro from Pawfect Cuts, the official grooming partner of Anglian Dog Works, emphasizes the importance of regular grooming: "This practice can significantly enhance the dog’s enjoyment of grooming and minimize issues during salon visits." However, for some dogs, the sight of a comb can trigger anxiety or fear, making grooming a stressful experience for both pet and owner. As a long-haired dog owner, I’ve faced my share of challenges in maintaining a tangle-free coat for my dog, Thea, who we affectionately call a...