Tail Wagging "Training" Solutions - Your Answer to a Well Trained Dog

2010-01-07T18:28:00.000-08:00

Dog Prayers
Dear God: Will I have to apologize to the mailman when I get to heaven?

Dear God: Why is it that humans will always smell a flower, but never smell one another? Where are their priorities?

Dear God: When we get to heaven can we sit on the couch and sleep on the bed …or is it the same old story?

Dear God: I’m really upset that there isn’t a car named for a dog. You have the Mustang, the Cougar, the Rabbit, the Jaguar, the Stingray and the Colt. Cougars certainly don’t ride in cars, and how can you fit a colt into a car? It’s not fair. Can’t you rename the Buick Regal the Buick Beagle?

Dear God: Am I still a bad dog if I bark my head off in the forest and no human hears me?

Dear God: I was wondering if there are dogs on other planets. The reason I ask is because I’ve been howling at the moon and the stars for some time now and all I ever hear back is that “yappy” Poodle across the street.

Dear God: When I get to heaven, would it be too much to ask for you to give me my testicles back?
...AMEN!!

2010-01-07T18:26:00.000-08:00

A Dog's Definition of "It's Mine"

1. If I like it, it's mine.
2. If I saw it first, it's mine.
3. If it's in my mouth, it's mine.
4. If I can take it from you, it's mine.
5. If I had it a little while ago, it's mine.
6. If it's mine, it must never appear to be yours in any way.
7. If I'm chewing something up, all the pieces are mine.
8. If it just looks like mine, it's mine.
9. If you're playing with something and set it down, it automatically becomes mine.
10. If it's broken, it's YOURS!

2010-01-07T18:21:00.000-08:00

A Dog's Diary

8:00 AM Dog food! My favorite thing!
9:30 AM A car ride! My favorite thing!
9:40 AM A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
10:30 AM Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00 PM Lunch! My favorite thing!
1:00 PM Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
3:00 PM Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
5:00 PM Milk bones! My favorite thing!
7:00 PM Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
8:00 PM Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
11:00 PM Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!

2010-01-07T18:17:00.000-08:00

Your Dog Gives You Unconditional Love – Please Return The Favor : )

Behavior Problems - Please Don't Look The Other Way
Are you like most of us dog owners where the relationship with your beloved canine is an emotional bond? Unfortunately, that's why it's very upsetting when you have to deal with behavioral problems. What's even more upsetting is when your sweet adorable pet will do something out of the ordinary like snapping or biting someone.

This is where your natural "love for your dog instinct" jumps in and says things like; "He/she never does anything like that, it must be because the neighbor boy rode his bike too fast, "or "The neighbor girl was teasing my dog so I don't blame him/her for snapping." Those are the statements that can get you in trouble if you don't pay attention to your dog’s behavior.

I’ve seen so many dog owners look the other way when their dog does something like this and they don't realize that it's hurting not only them but also their dog. Yes, dog training can be expensive, but there are also inexpensive ways to train your dog. You can get books and DVD's that can show you how. You just need a little practice and some time. You have no time? I think you would find plenty of time if the police showed up at your door telling you the neighbor kid just got bit by your dog.

You must stop this problem before something drastic happens. It could mean a matter of life or death to your beloved dog. The truth is that if your dog has more than one incident he/she could cost you heavy fines or even worse, they could be taken from you. Think about how devastating that would be.

Please remember, it's never too late to train your dog. The old saying; "You can't teach an old dog new tricks," just isn't true! Your dog loves you unconditionally and even if they don't like you disciplining them, they will learn right from wrong. What's even better is that they will absolutely LOVE the attention you're giving them.

So whether you decide to train your dog on your own or get a good trainer, taking immediate action will prevent a serious problem from happening in the future.

Remember, your dog will always love you unconditionally so please return the favor.

Here's to loving your dog,
Susan Benson – Author