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Puppy Boot Camp – What To Feed A Spooky Pup

Posted on February 12, 2019 by

Arthur the GSD turned 6 months old on February 7th. I wish I could say he was completely cured. He is doing so much better but he relapses once in awhile. He is still afraid of kids. In the kitchen … Continue reading →

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Puppy Boot Camp – Arthur GSD and His Fear

Posted on February 6, 2019 by

A German shepherd is a dog that should not fear anything; least of all little kids. When Arthur came to me about a month ago he was riddled with issues. He was terrified of moving vehicles: Being around them, being … Continue reading →

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Puppy Boot Camp Day 20, Part 2: German Shepherd and the Random Down

Posted on January 26, 2019 by

The German shepherd pup formerly known as Dom, now called Top or more formally, Arthur, has been learning to lie down on cue. The hand signal is traditionally raising the right hand. But he is now learning to drop when … Continue reading →

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Puppy Boot Camp, Day 20 – GSD – One Way To Fix Coming When Called

Posted on January 26, 2019 by

The German Shepherd puppy called Dom has been with me for nearly three weeks. He is now five and a half months old. His recall, while vastly improved, has only gotten to about the 60% mark. When he does come, … Continue reading →

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Puppy Boot Camp Day 14 – Dom GSD – Heeling at the Dog Show!

Posted on January 21, 2019 by

Dom the German shepherd completed his second week at Boot Camp by visiting the Winter Classic dog show in Novi. The fearful pup greeted people and dogs with a barrage of fierce barking when we arrived, but he quickly saw … Continue reading →

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Puppy Boot Camp, Day 7 – Dom the GSD – Intro to Recall

Posted on January 14, 2019 by

Now that Dom has learned to trust me a little, and has gained some confidence, he should be able to concentrate on learning how to come when he is called. This will have to be taught in steps, starting with … Continue reading →

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Puppy Boot Camp – Day 6 – Dom Backslides, and the Mighty Kong

Posted on January 13, 2019 by

Dom the German shepherd was back in the farm store today, following yesterday’s hike and our visit to a different store the day prior. The store was busy with a lot of customers and Dom experienced a higher level of … Continue reading →

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Puppy Boot Camp – Day 5 – Dom and His First Hike

Posted on January 12, 2019 by

Recently I wrote a blog post about the importance of taking your dog for a ramble, and how beneficial it is for his (and your) well-being. All dogs should enjoy an hour walk, or more, with their owner, several times … Continue reading →

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Puppy Boot Camp: Dom, Day 1 – Retch and Ralph!

Posted on January 7, 2019 by

A puppy’s diet can have a serious impact on his behavior. Continue reading →

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Rambling With Your Dog Will Solve Behavior Problems

Posted on October 9, 2018 by

I encourage all dog owners to go for a ramble. Find a space, a fenced in area, where he can be set free and just allowed to be a dog. Carry a batch of delicious treats with you. When your … Continue reading →

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