From spring through fall, or whenever the weather is temperate, rattlesnake bites are a threat to your dog. Rattlesnakes are classified as pit vipers, so named for the recessed heat sensing organs between the eye and nostril on either side of the head. Rattlesnakes prefer to move under cover, making them common in forests, rocky […]
Trimming your dogs nails may seem like an inconvenience, but it’s actually essential to your dogs overall health. Here is why trimming your dog’s nails is important, and a few different ways that can make process easier for you and your dog. Your dog’s nails continuously grow. In the wild, your dog would naturally wear […]
As your dog’s protector and pack leader, it is your responsibility to keep your dog happy. When a dog isn’t getting the structure it needs, he will become frustrated, which can lead to behavior problems. The walk, rules, and boundaries all must be mastered to have a relationship with your dog. The difference between dog […]
Contrary to the belief of some trainers, I’m comfortable with allowing my dog on my bed. Trainers who oppose dogs on the bed fall into the traditional training, and often, they buy into all the dominance stuff that’s pretty much been discredited by behavioral scientists. Chances are good I would differ with them on many […]
Dock jumping also known as dock diving is a dog sport in which dogs compete in jumping for distance or height from a dock into a body of water. There are many dock diving events in the U.S. and other countries such as the United Kingdom and Australia. Dock jumping first appeared in 1997 at […]
One of the biggest issues a pet owner may face is introducing another dog or puppy into the family. A dog who has had the house and family to himself may not be too crazy to welcome another dog into his den. The initial meeting is important, so you will need to prepare yourselves for […]
It is VERY IMPORTANT that you not over feed your new puppy. In the wild, canines never get to eat to their fill on a daily basis. They only get to eat when the pack has had a successful hunt. This means puppies are genetically programmed to bolt down as much food as they can, […]
Before introducing your dog to focus heeling, your dog should have enough food or toy drive, be socialized and confident with his or her surroundings. Your dog should have been introduced to a corrective collar. At Hot Dog On A Leash, we usually start focus heeling with food, so the dog will remain calm, focused […]
Crate training as a puppy is almost always easier than training an adult dog, so, if given the opportunity, the time to start is immediately when you get home. Also, keep in mind that all dogs are different and might take a longer or shorter time to train. My preferred crate is a wire crate. […]
This topic has been controversial since I started showing dogs over 20 years ago. Many people feel that it is cruel, a “doggie jail”, and unacceptable. This article is to dispel the myths about crate training and is a 3 part series to include: 1) crate training a puppy and 2) crate training an adult. […]