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The Evolution of Loki – From Street Dog To Actor Dog
When he showed up, I guessed Loki to be about ten months old. He had the body of a prize fighter, the lightweight division, wasp-waisted and muscular. He flung himself to the end of the retractable leash and went whirring … Continue reading
Teaching Arthur the German Shepherd to Swim
I grew up in the far north of Michigan, surrounded by inland seas. One favorite activity is taking the dogs swimming. As a kid, I thought most dogs loved to chase sticks and swim and jump in the water. Boy, … Continue reading
The One Thing You Aren’t Doing For Your Dog
Lots of people approach me for help with their dog’s behavioral issues, and it turns out that the one thing most dogs are lacking is enrichment. Continue reading
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Puppy Boot Camp – 6 Month GSD – Proofing the Stay
With a “soft” dog like Arthur, proofing the stay can be a trick because he likes to be right in your pocket. But teaching a reliable stay is a great confidence builder for a worried dog. It is also a … Continue reading
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Puppy Boot Camp – What To Feed A Spooky Pup
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
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
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
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!
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
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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