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Top 10 Commands Every Dog Should Know

dateFebruary 18, 2025 author
dateReading Time: 6 minutes
Top 10 Commands Every Dog Should Know

Positive reinforcement is how the dog learns, helping the animal feel proud of itself and get more confident. Dogs like to look forward to training because they are no longer afraid of punishment, and dogs like to be part of the owner’s pack. Dogs are like a family’s different member—but the worst part is that the lovable cuddly ball of fur can also become a tiny tornado if left uncontrolled. That is why dog obedience training is such a big help! It is not just having command over your dog that teaches them important commands, which means that you are allowed to be in the dog park (although it is an added advantage). It is fundamentally a matter of safety, communication, and the establishment of relationships that will remain for a lifetime. At K9Manners, we assume that every dog possesses the ability to become a nice dog. Be a total pro or a first timer,… Read More

The Benefits of Clicker Training for Your Dog

dateFebruary 17, 2025 author
dateReading Time: 6 minutes
The Benefits of Clicker Training for Your Dog

Dogs rely on positive reinforcement and it’s through clicker training that they are most successful. For humans, dog training methods are either capable of improving their relationship and making them happy or not. Clicker training, from teaching basic commands to advanced tricks can help both the dog and the owner. I believe that it is an effective way to make the dog feel good about the training process and also to develop a strong bond. As well as being rewarding, clicker training in Canada for basic commands through advanced tricks can be as effective as for the dogs and their owners in many ways. What Is Clicker Training? With clicker training, small hand held devices called clickers are used. Dog training involves the use of positive reinforcement which means the dog-tending must click the clicker to let the dog know it has done it right and then gives a treat or some other reward to… Read More

What are the best rewards for dogs

dateFebruary 12, 2025 author
dateReading Time: 5 minutes
dog best rewards 1

What are the best rewards: That all depends on your dog, for most its food, toys or affection/praise. When you choose a reward make sure it a something your dog likes and is willing to work for. If a dog is not food motivated a regular biscuit or kibble will not suffice, trying using real food, or a toy, or affection/praise. Using High Level Rewards: Using high level rewards to target certain commands, for example “come”. I always use a treat that is of high value to my dog, so they are excited and always willing to come for the treat. If your dog is having difficulty with a command, the use of high level rewards can help the dog to learn quicker and sometimes a more solid command. Rewards and Rate of Reinforcement: An environment will often provide its own training rewards for dogs, like interesting smells, other animals, or the opportunity to greet… Read More

How to Deal with Aggressive Dog Behavior with Professional Training in Durham Region

dateFebruary 11, 2025 author
dateReading Time: 9 minutes
How to Deal with Aggressive Dog Behavior with Professional Training in Durham Region

Is your lovable little dog suddenly acting like Cujo, making you wonder if you adopted a cute companion or a tiny, fluffy tornado of destruction? Plenty of other puppy parents would agree with you! Most people don’t realize just how common aggressive dogs are, but fortunately, aggression can be managed via the right tools and approaches. If you are looking for dog training in Canada, then you have found it in the Durham region. At K9Manners, we’re really terribly good at transforming angry growling into happy wagging tails and will coach you and your pup on this road toward success with confidence. Why Is My Dog Acting Like a Furry Hulk? Before we delve too far into solutions, let’s talk about some reasons your dog may be auditioning for the role of “Guard Dog Extraordinaire.” Aggressive dogs might be acting the way they do for different reasons. Fear or anxiety: Your pup could feel threatened… Read More

Why Local Dog Training is Better Than Online Courses for Brooklin Owners

dateFebruary 10, 2025 author
dateReading Time: 4 minutes
Why Local Dog Training is Better Than Online Courses for Brooklin Owners

So, you’ve just got a new puppy, or your old buddy really needs some manners. You turn on your PC and find a thousand dog training courses promising a “perfect pooch” with a couple of videos. Pretty tempting, right? But wait! Sure, online courses may seem convenient, but nothing beats the hands-on, local dog training, especially for Brooklin dog owners. Let’s get into some reasons why in-person training is the best way to ensure your pup becomes a well-mannered, tail-wagging little genius! Real-Time Feedback (Because Dogs Don’t Speak Wi-Fi) Ever tried explaining to your dog to “sit” while watching a YouTube tutorial? Yeah, good luck with that. The dog acts better on real-time feedback, and that’s what local training provides. Our expert trainers at K9 Manners provide immediate corrections of encouragement and coaching according to the specific behavior of your dog. Online courses? They might tell you what one should do but won’t tell what… Read More

Sports & Agility Training for Dogs in Brooklin: Where to Enroll

dateFebruary 10, 2025 author
dateReading Time: 4 minutes
Sports & Agility Training for Dogs in Brooklin: Where to Enroll

Is your pup so speedy and wild that it seems as if the energy in him never disappears? Do they race around the backyard like ra|phs of the doggy Olympics, with them skillfully relieving themselves from the furniture and jumping over flower beds? If it is what you are experiencing with your dog, it is a definite sign that your dog needs an outlet for his/her stimulated energy. Try out agility training for dogs! If you think agility is too difficult even your furry companion can do it well like a trained athlete. See your pet launch to fast speeds and guess around. If you are searching for local dog trainers in Brooklin, K9 Manners is the one and only club in Brooklin that can make your overactive dog a professional athlete! Why Dog Agility Training? Dog agility training does more than challenge your dog on Local dog trainers in Brooklin a set of obstacles…. Read More

Rogan

dateFebruary 10, 2025 author
dateReading Time: 2 minutes
a sweet friendly dog

  The time we spend traveling in the car together will benefit us in bonding and give Rogan every chance to get used to traveling with me on client visits. She has already shown that she makes an excellent travel companion, like my other dogs, and I just love having her by my side. In about a month, I would know if she is ready for that position or, much as I may not want to realize it, if she still needs extensive training to get her where she needs to be for it. Training at home with Rogan is doing well, although I’ve managed only little practice in the last week due to my workload. I wish I had five extra hours a day! The drive skill is being taught, although Rogan obviously loves it. A rather enjoyable experience for all of us! I have been expecting it, although work has held me back… Read More

My Vet is Leaving

dateFebruary 10, 2025 author
dateReading Time: 3 minutes
calm and gentle german dog

I was lucky enough to find a very good vet when Jasper turned one. The lady was simply awesome and was very caring toward my pets. Instantly, it clicked with me that she had my animals’ best interests in mind, worked well with them, and put in charge the way an expert vet should do: no unnecessary fooling around with money. So much so, having a vet you could trust is such an assurance when you think of the fact that your pets can never tell you when they are hurting. Jasper has just had a slew of health issues, and once again my vet has shown great commitment. She even gave me her home phone number, which means if Jasper needs something in the night, I can ask for her help on the spot! That is rare, and I appreciate it. Sadly, this will be her last week at the clinic, as she is… Read More

The Pack Changes

dateFebruary 10, 2025 author
dateReading Time: 3 minutes
german shepherd dogs paying toys

Initially, the pack was Cosmo, then came Sable and Jasper. Jasper was very protective over Cosmo and often distracted the little lady to prevent her from wrestling with an older Cosmo. I still am always astonished how he would pick up a toy, redirect Sable’s attention, and once she was interested, he could finally relax, knowing he had done a nice job. It never ceased to amaze me, how Jasper could redirect Sable’s attention with toys and games: that boy was so gentle. Now, let’s shift gears and focus on the current pack relations. As the older, wiser one, Jasper stays on top, and below him there is Rogan, who is the annoying middle child, while Gracie, some might say is overly playful and exuberant. There is something a bit obsessive about Gracie’s behavior with Jasper, but not quite sure how to describe it. Every time, he goes out, she nearly bounces off the walls… Read More

Top Dog Training Programs in Oshawa for Every Breed & Age

dateFebruary 7, 2025 author
dateReading Time: 7 minutes
Top Dog Training Programs in Oshawa for Every Breed & Age

Welcome to K9 Manners, Oshawa’s one-stop shop for professional Dog training! Be it rowdy puppyhood, energizing adult stages, or calm and wise old age, we know that every dog has his own needs and behaviors. In this blog, we shall explore together the most trained and retrained dog programs in Oshawa tailored for each breed and age. If you are seeking out dog training near you Oshawa, you’re covered by us! Let’s go and understand more about professional dog training and behavior so that you can assist your furry buddy in being the best of himself! Understanding Dog Behavior Training Before delving into specific programs on offer, we should understand what dog behavior training really entails. This is all about teaching dogs to behave quite well and to keep away unwanted behaviors. It can be everything from basic commands to fixing behavioral issues, all to ensure that the relationship between you and your dog allows… Read More