How To Clip a Dog

Not all dog breeds have long nails. The rate of growth of nails in some breeds is higher than that of other breeds. Usually smaller breeds have nails that are shorter and often grow at a slower rate than that of larger breeds. So, smaller breeds require far less clipping than that of larger breeds. In some larger breeds like German Shepherd and Husky, the dewclaws grow longer which makes your dog uncomfortable to walk and play in the outdoors. So, if you own a large breed then you must be extra cautious about your dog's nails.

Clipping a dog's nail can be a gruesome and nervous task to many dog owners. Dogs too find it hard and stressful to let the owner clip its nails because they are not used to getting clipped their nails too often. People prefer taking their pets to an experienced veterinarian but if you follow these steps you will save few bucks and a lot of time and get your dog's nails trimmed at the same time.

How to clip a dog

1.Use nail clippers made for dogs. Dogs have straw like tough nails but we have soft and flat ones. So, human nail clippers don't just work well with dog's nails and you might end up breaking the nails. You can use guillotine type or scissor type nail clippers for trimming your dog's nails.

2.Train your dog. Start at early age and teach your dog not to panic and get nervous while clipping its nails. For a new dog do not try to trim its nails on the very first day. Take time and make him comfortable first while you touch his paws. Reward him with treats if he lets you touch his paws. Later spread his toes then touch his nails and comfort him. Give him treats for his positive behavior. Put the clippers in the cutting position to let your dog get used to its feel. Continue this for couple of minutes for 1-2 days.

3.Calm down your dog. When your dog gets used to all the procedures mentioned above then put him in a relaxed position. Make him comfortable and reward him with treats.

4.Start with dewclaws. Locate the dewclaws which are the remnants of 5th toes. Put the nail clipper perpendicular to the dewclaw and clip it approximately 2 mm away from the quick. Quicks are the blood vessels that are light pink in color.

4.Clip off the remaining nails. Hold his paws and spread the toes. Pick a nail you want to start with and put the nail clipper perpendicular to the nail and trim the nails approximately 2 mm away from the quick. Clip other nails in the same manner.

5.Reward and praise your dog. If all things go well then praise your dog with encouraging words like "Good boy !!" and reward him with treats. So, that he gets encouraged next time you clip his nails.

In case you cut the nails too short and it starts to bleed. Calm down your dog and give him treats. Apply clotting powder over the bleeding area which should stop the bleeding. Try next day following the same procedures.

So, this is how you clip a dog's nail. Happy trimming folks !!

Not all dog breeds have long nails. The rate of growth of nails in some breeds is higher than that of other breeds. Usually smaller breeds have nails that are shorter and often grow at a slower rate than that of larger breeds. So, smaller breeds require far less clipping than that of larger breeds. In some larger breeds like German Shepherd and Husky, the dewclaws grow longer which makes your dog uncomfortable to walk and play in the outdoors. So, if you own a large breed then you must be extra cautious about your dog's nails.

Clipping a dog's nail can be a gruesome and nervous task to many dog owners. Dogs too find it hard and stressful to let the owner clip its nails because they are not used to getting clipped their nails too often. People prefer taking their pets to an experienced veterinarian but if you follow these steps you will save few bucks and a lot of time and get your dog's nails trimmed at the same time.

How to clip a dog

1.Use nail clippers made for dogs. Dogs have straw like tough nails but we have soft and flat ones. So, human nail clippers don't just work well with dog's nails and you might end up breaking the nails. You can use guillotine type or scissor type nail clippers for trimming your dog's nails.

2.Train your dog. Start at early age and teach your dog not to panic and get nervous while clipping its nails. For a new dog do not try to trim its nails on the very first day. Take time and make him comfortable first while you touch his paws. Reward him with treats if he lets you touch his paws. Later spread his toes then touch his nails and comfort him. Give him treats for his positive behavior. Put the clippers in the cutting position to let your dog get used to its feel. Continue this for couple of minutes for 1-2 days.

3.Calm down your dog. When your dog gets used to all the procedures mentioned above then put him in a relaxed position. Make him comfortable and reward him with treats.

4.Start with dewclaws. Locate the dewclaws which are the remnants of 5th toes. Put the nail clipper perpendicular to the dewclaw and clip it approximately 2 mm away from the quick. Quicks are the blood vessels that are light pink in color.

4.Clip off the remaining nails. Hold his paws and spread the toes. Pick a nail you want to start with and put the nail clipper perpendicular to the nail and trim the nails approximately 2 mm away from the quick. Clip other nails in the same manner.

5.Reward and praise your dog. If all things go well then praise your dog with encouraging words like "Good boy !!" and reward him with treats. So, that he gets encouraged next time you clip his nails.

In case you cut the nails too short and it starts to bleed. Calm down your dog and give him treats. Apply clotting powder over the bleeding area which should stop the bleeding. Try next day following the same procedures.

So, this is how you clip a dog's nail. Happy trimming folks !!

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Homemade Food For Dogs

There has always been a confusion among the dog owners about the best food to feed their dogs. Many dog food manufacturers claim that their product provides a complete nutrition required for overall growth and development of your dog but it drains out your wallet at the same time.
If are in a mood for saving some serious cash and want to feed your dog a healthy and robust diet. Then this tutorial is for you.

There are no any such good and bad foods for you dogs. It depends upon you what you feed your dog. Dogs are mainly carnivorous animals that can consume some omnivorous foods. You can prepare a homemade food for you dog that is packed with of all the proteins, fats and other essential nutrients yet at a affordable price than that of a pre-made dog food.

You can prepare a tasty, fresh and healthy homemade dog food at your kitchen and the best part is that you don't need to buy any extra stuffs and ingredients for this. All you need is some chicken, lamb, beef or pork meat with bones if possible, fresh vegetables like pumpkin, potatoes and rice.
So, here's a simple recipe for homemade dog food.

Things required

1. 1 kg of chopped meat preferably with bones(chicken, lamb, pork or any)

2. 1/2 kg of diced pumpkins, potatoes or carrots(any or all of them)

3. 2 kg of rice

3. few pinches of Salt
4. 2 tablespoons of oil

Procedure

First heat a big pot and put 2 tablespoons of oils into it. When the oil is hot add the meat and fry it for a couple of minutes. Then add 1/2 kg of previously diced vegetables and mix it well with the meat and cook it for 5-6 minutes in medium heat. Add few pinches of salt, less than that you consume. Then add two liters of water into the pot and add 2 kg of rice. Let the mixture cook for 30-35 minutes until it turns to a gravy mixture. 

Let the mixture cool down and then feed you dog. Your freshly prepared homemade food can last up to one week depending upon number and size of your dogs. Feed your dog twice a day and keep it refrigerated. With your homemade food, your dog will empty his bowl every time and look for more.

REMEMBER not to add any foods like garlic, onions, chocolates, grapes, raisins or avocados in your dog's food. These foods are not digested by dogs and are very highly toxic and can leave your dog sick or dead.
Do a quick search on the internet or ask your veterinarian before deciding to add anything to your dog's food.

P.S : Don't over feed your dog if he looks for more ;)

If you have any recipes for homemade dog food then do share it with us. Let's hear about any weird and  funny experiences or any incidents during preparing food for you dog. And how's your dog appetite now by the way ?

There has always been a confusion among the dog owners about the best food to feed their dogs. Many dog food manufacturers claim that their product provides a complete nutrition required for overall growth and development of your dog but it drains out your wallet at the same time.
If are in a mood for saving some serious cash and want to feed your dog a healthy and robust diet. Then this tutorial is for you.

There are no any such good and bad foods for you dogs. It depends upon you what you feed your dog. Dogs are mainly carnivorous animals that can consume some omnivorous foods. You can prepare a homemade food for you dog that is packed with of all the proteins, fats and other essential nutrients yet at a affordable price than that of a pre-made dog food.

You can prepare a tasty, fresh and healthy homemade dog food at your kitchen and the best part is that you don't need to buy any extra stuffs and ingredients for this. All you need is some chicken, lamb, beef or pork meat with bones if possible, fresh vegetables like pumpkin, potatoes and rice.
So, here's a simple recipe for homemade dog food.

Things required

1. 1 kg of chopped meat preferably with bones(chicken, lamb, pork or any)

2. 1/2 kg of diced pumpkins, potatoes or carrots(any or all of them)

3. 2 kg of rice

3. few pinches of Salt
4. 2 tablespoons of oil

Procedure

First heat a big pot and put 2 tablespoons of oils into it. When the oil is hot add the meat and fry it for a couple of minutes. Then add 1/2 kg of previously diced vegetables and mix it well with the meat and cook it for 5-6 minutes in medium heat. Add few pinches of salt, less than that you consume. Then add two liters of water into the pot and add 2 kg of rice. Let the mixture cook for 30-35 minutes until it turns to a gravy mixture. 

Let the mixture cool down and then feed you dog. Your freshly prepared homemade food can last up to one week depending upon number and size of your dogs. Feed your dog twice a day and keep it refrigerated. With your homemade food, your dog will empty his bowl every time and look for more.

REMEMBER not to add any foods like garlic, onions, chocolates, grapes, raisins or avocados in your dog's food. These foods are not digested by dogs and are very highly toxic and can leave your dog sick or dead.
Do a quick search on the internet or ask your veterinarian before deciding to add anything to your dog's food.

P.S : Don't over feed your dog if he looks for more ;)

If you have any recipes for homemade dog food then do share it with us. Let's hear about any weird and  funny experiences or any incidents during preparing food for you dog. And how's your dog appetite now by the way ?

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What is Japanese Spitz

What is a Japanese Spitz ?

Japanese Spitz is a medium sized breed with white double coat. They are companion and watch type dogs that are especially suited for apartments and small spaces. Japanese Spitz are said to have been originated from Japan by cross breeding several Spitz breeds during 1920's and 1930's.

Appearance

Japanese Spitz are known to have thick white furs with pointed ears and black muzzle, their tails curl above their body which is often fury. The dense overcoat is waterproof and protects it from cold. They have wedge-shaped face and have black pads. Adult dogs can grow up to 30-37 cm tall and weigh about 7-10 Kg. They are smaller version of Samoyed.

Temperament

Japanese Spitz are very intelligent and high-spirited dogs. They are very loyal and active breeds. These breeds are perfect for watch dogs as they alert their owner about new or suspicious people in their territory with a high pitch barking. These dogs may seem small but are very brave and don't hesitate to protect its owner from any danger.
Japanese Spitz are very playful and attention seeking dogs. They love to interact with humans and go well with elders and young children. They possess no any threat to known people unless they are agitated by pinching its skin or poking in their eyes or stepping on it knowingly or accidentally.

Origin

These miniature version of Samoyed first originated from Japan from where it got its name 'Japanese Spitz'. These dogs were bred by cross breeding several Spitz breed during the 1920's and 1930's. It was first exhibited in 1921 in a dog show in Tokyo. It is recognized by several kennel clubs around the world like Australian National Kennel Council, Canadian Kennel Club, New Zealand Kennel Club but due to its close appearance to American Eskimo, American Kennel Club doesn't recognize this breed.

Care

These breed may seem hard to take care at the beginning but surprisingly they are very easy to look after. Japanese Spitz can be brushed once a week to remove any broken or fallen hairs. The coat is dirt and water repellent so the dirt falls after a while. These breed are a tidy breed, they lick the dirt off their coat in free time so bathing twice a year is enough. Bathing too often can cause skin dryness and itchiness in these breed.
They shed twice a year and each shedding last about a week. During these periods they should be combed and brushed daily. Since they have long and thick coat they are prone to lice, fleas and tics. They should be checked for these parasites in a regular interval and treated if found.

Training and Exercise

Japanese Spitz are highly spirited and agile breed. They are high on energy and love to play with their owners. They can be trained from the age of six months with positive reinforcements techniques. They can quickly grasp your commands if taught correctly.
These dogs don't require big yards to play nor any tiring exercises. A 30 minutes walk is enough for these kind of breeds.

Health Issues

These dogs are prone to Patellar luxation, a condition which causes the dislocation of knee caps from normal position. Stained tears is another common problem in these breeds which is caused by allergy or stress.

Life expectancy

Japanese Spitz live up to 12 to 14 years on average and some even more if no any major diseases persists.

What is a Japanese Spitz ?

Japanese Spitz is a medium sized breed with white double coat. They are companion and watch type dogs that are especially suited for apartments and small spaces. Japanese Spitz are said to have been originated from Japan by cross breeding several Spitz breeds during 1920's and 1930's.

Appearance

Japanese Spitz are known to have thick white furs with pointed ears and black muzzle, their tails curl above their body which is often fury. The dense overcoat is waterproof and protects it from cold. They have wedge-shaped face and have black pads. Adult dogs can grow up to 30-37 cm tall and weigh about 7-10 Kg. They are smaller version of Samoyed.

Temperament

Japanese Spitz are very intelligent and high-spirited dogs. They are very loyal and active breeds. These breeds are perfect for watch dogs as they alert their owner about new or suspicious people in their territory with a high pitch barking. These dogs may seem small but are very brave and don't hesitate to protect its owner from any danger.
Japanese Spitz are very playful and attention seeking dogs. They love to interact with humans and go well with elders and young children. They possess no any threat to known people unless they are agitated by pinching its skin or poking in their eyes or stepping on it knowingly or accidentally.

Origin

These miniature version of Samoyed first originated from Japan from where it got its name 'Japanese Spitz'. These dogs were bred by cross breeding several Spitz breed during the 1920's and 1930's. It was first exhibited in 1921 in a dog show in Tokyo. It is recognized by several kennel clubs around the world like Australian National Kennel Council, Canadian Kennel Club, New Zealand Kennel Club but due to its close appearance to American Eskimo, American Kennel Club doesn't recognize this breed.

Care

These breed may seem hard to take care at the beginning but surprisingly they are very easy to look after. Japanese Spitz can be brushed once a week to remove any broken or fallen hairs. The coat is dirt and water repellent so the dirt falls after a while. These breed are a tidy breed, they lick the dirt off their coat in free time so bathing twice a year is enough. Bathing too often can cause skin dryness and itchiness in these breed.
They shed twice a year and each shedding last about a week. During these periods they should be combed and brushed daily. Since they have long and thick coat they are prone to lice, fleas and tics. They should be checked for these parasites in a regular interval and treated if found.

Training and Exercise

Japanese Spitz are highly spirited and agile breed. They are high on energy and love to play with their owners. They can be trained from the age of six months with positive reinforcements techniques. They can quickly grasp your commands if taught correctly.
These dogs don't require big yards to play nor any tiring exercises. A 30 minutes walk is enough for these kind of breeds.

Health Issues

These dogs are prone to Patellar luxation, a condition which causes the dislocation of knee caps from normal position. Stained tears is another common problem in these breeds which is caused by allergy or stress.

Life expectancy

Japanese Spitz live up to 12 to 14 years on average and some even more if no any major diseases persists.

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What Kind Of Dog Should I Get

You may be living in apartments with no any further space to compromise but if you want to get a German Shepherd or Rottweiler then it might not be a perfect choice. These breeds are highly energetic and require a lot of exercise to drain out their energy. They are hence not suited for tight or cramped spaces. You should go for smaller, calmer and less energetic breeds like Japanese Spitz, Pug, Pit bull, Boston Terrier or Chihuahua to name few.

Similarly, you own a huge farmland and raise herd of cattle and flock of sheep. You are searching for a perfect dog that would protect your lives stock from wolves and other predators then you must go for a tougher, highly energetic and working breeds like Border Collie, Rottweiler, Australian Cattle Dog or Bernese Mountain Dog.

By now you must be getting the point. If you require a dog for purpose 'X' then you must choose a breed that caters purpose 'X 'not a breed that caters purpose 'Y'.

For apartment and small homes as a family dog

Everyone living in apartment has to compromise with the tight space. So, you must need to choose a dog that is small, less energetic and requires less space for playing. Go for a breed like Chihuahua, Pug, Bull dog, Japanese Spitz or Poodle. They are less energetic and calmer breeds. They are less likely to chew your furniture and belongings when you are out.

Dogs that do shed little or not at all are best for apartments. Tibetan Terrier, Maltese, English or French Bull dog, Pug and Dachshund are the perfect ones.

For small house with a courtyard you can get Beagle, Saint Bernard, Boxer or American Husky.

For security 

You need a highly energetic, aggressive and protective breed for securing your house and property so that no any intruder bypasses it. Breeds like German Shepherd, Rottweiler, Boxer, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois are best for this purpose. They are solidly built, loyal and highly aggressive towards strangers. These breeds are very courageous and are resistant to pain.

For search and rescue

Dogs for search and rescue should be able to sniff the buried people from the piles of earthquake or debris of avalanche. These dogs are also used to search and locate people lost inside woods. So, they should have excellent sense of smell. Dogs with longer snout more sensitive to smell. 

For these purpose breeds such as Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, German Shepherd and Belgian Malinois with longer snouts are preferred. 

For sporting

If you are planning to raise a dog for sporting purpose then it should be intelligent, active and alert. It should be energetic and willing to learn new things. These breeds compete in various dog competitions. They are trained to avoid a obstacle, fetch a ball and find the hidden treats. 

Golden Retriever, Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever and Pointer are some common and known breeds for sporting purposes.

For service and therapy 

Dogs can be trained to guide a blind person through a crowd to his owner's home. They can also alert you about the ringing telephone or a person knocking outside the door. These kind of dogs are called service dogs. Whereas therapy dogs comfort and affectionate patients in hospitals and nursing homes and people in disaster hit areas. They help to relieve the stress 

Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever and German Shepherd are best known and widely used for service purpose. Calmer breeds like Poodle, Pug, Labrador Retriever are best suited for therapy purpose.

For herding

These dogs should be hard working, obedient, loyal and fearsome. Herding dogs need to be protective towards their people and property's. These dogs act as a guard as well as watch dog against predators like wolves and foxes. 

Border Collie, Australian Cattle Dog, Belgian Sheep Dog, Tibetan Mastiff are widely used in the farmlands of Australia, New Zealand and other parts of the world as herding dogs.

By now you should have got your answer for your question "What Kind Of Dog Should I Get ?" Think twice before you get a dog and choose a breed that cater your needs. Happy dog hunting !!

You may be living in apartments with no any further space to compromise but if you want to get a German Shepherd or Rottweiler then it might not be a perfect choice. These breeds are highly energetic and require a lot of exercise to drain out their energy. They are hence not suited for tight or cramped spaces. You should go for smaller, calmer and less energetic breeds like Japanese Spitz, Pug, Pit bull, Boston Terrier or Chihuahua to name few.

Similarly, you own a huge farmland and raise herd of cattle and flock of sheep. You are searching for a perfect dog that would protect your lives stock from wolves and other predators then you must go for a tougher, highly energetic and working breeds like Border Collie, Rottweiler, Australian Cattle Dog or Bernese Mountain Dog.

By now you must be getting the point. If you require a dog for purpose 'X' then you must choose a breed that caters purpose 'X 'not a breed that caters purpose 'Y'.

For apartment and small homes as a family dog

Everyone living in apartment has to compromise with the tight space. So, you must need to choose a dog that is small, less energetic and requires less space for playing. Go for a breed like Chihuahua, Pug, Bull dog, Japanese Spitz or Poodle. They are less energetic and calmer breeds. They are less likely to chew your furniture and belongings when you are out.

Dogs that do shed little or not at all are best for apartments. Tibetan Terrier, Maltese, English or French Bull dog, Pug and Dachshund are the perfect ones.

For small house with a courtyard you can get Beagle, Saint Bernard, Boxer or American Husky.

For security 

You need a highly energetic, aggressive and protective breed for securing your house and property so that no any intruder bypasses it. Breeds like German Shepherd, Rottweiler, Boxer, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois are best for this purpose. They are solidly built, loyal and highly aggressive towards strangers. These breeds are very courageous and are resistant to pain.

For search and rescue

Dogs for search and rescue should be able to sniff the buried people from the piles of earthquake or debris of avalanche. These dogs are also used to search and locate people lost inside woods. So, they should have excellent sense of smell. Dogs with longer snout more sensitive to smell. 

For these purpose breeds such as Border Collie, Labrador Retriever, German Shepherd and Belgian Malinois with longer snouts are preferred. 

For sporting

If you are planning to raise a dog for sporting purpose then it should be intelligent, active and alert. It should be energetic and willing to learn new things. These breeds compete in various dog competitions. They are trained to avoid a obstacle, fetch a ball and find the hidden treats. 

Golden Retriever, Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever and Pointer are some common and known breeds for sporting purposes.

For service and therapy 

Dogs can be trained to guide a blind person through a crowd to his owner's home. They can also alert you about the ringing telephone or a person knocking outside the door. These kind of dogs are called service dogs. Whereas therapy dogs comfort and affectionate patients in hospitals and nursing homes and people in disaster hit areas. They help to relieve the stress 

Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever and German Shepherd are best known and widely used for service purpose. Calmer breeds like Poodle, Pug, Labrador Retriever are best suited for therapy purpose.

For herding

These dogs should be hard working, obedient, loyal and fearsome. Herding dogs need to be protective towards their people and property's. These dogs act as a guard as well as watch dog against predators like wolves and foxes. 

Border Collie, Australian Cattle Dog, Belgian Sheep Dog, Tibetan Mastiff are widely used in the farmlands of Australia, New Zealand and other parts of the world as herding dogs.

By now you should have got your answer for your question "What Kind Of Dog Should I Get ?" Think twice before you get a dog and choose a breed that cater your needs. Happy dog hunting !!

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How To Train a Dog

There are many articles and tutorials on the internet about "How To Train a Dog". You may have gone passed them and might be wondering which methods work out and which don't.

Being an experienced breeder and a trainer today I'm going to break the steps into simpler forms and present to you. So here we go.

1.Find the right breed

Any breed of dog can follow your set of commands like sit, stay, fetch, bark etc if trained correctly and punctually but if want to train a dog for search and rescue operations then you can not train breeds like Boxer, Bulldog, Pit bull and Pug because they have a short nose or snout and are less sensitive to smell. German Shepherd, Labrador Retriever and Belgian Malinois are best for search and rescue type. Similarly, Golden Retriever are perfect for guiding and therapy purpose.
So, you need to choose the right breed that will suit your purpose.

2.Start at right age

Dogs should be started to train at right age. To early or too late and your dog will not be able to grasp you commands. You can usually start training your dog when he is at the age of 9 to 11 weeks.

3.Use positive reinforcement techniques 

Training a dog is tough and not rewarding at times. Your dog may not grasp your commands which can be very frustrating but you should not give up but train him regularly and patiently. You shouldn't shout at your dog or show your anger and frustration towards him. Never use any sticks for punishing instead use treats when he gets your command and Praise and encourage him when he gets the job done by using words like "Good job !!" or "Nice dog !!".

You can use positive reinforcement techniques like Clicker training for training you dogs.

4.Make a routine

Make a time table for training your dog and follow it strictly. It's better to train your dog in the morning or evening when they are hungry and are seeking for foods or treats. Training your dog after meals in full stomach may not be a good idea. Follow your schedule so your dog knows when its time to train and when its for meals rest or walks.

5.Keep it short and sweet.

Training period for dog should be around 10-15 minutes. They are very cooperative and playful at the beginning but later get distracted and shows disinterest. Once, your dog stops enjoying the training session do not force into him and leave him to rest. Remember Rome was not built in one day, so keep it short, sweet and consistent not long and boring.

6.Be patient

Remember training a dog takes lot of hard work and effort. You must pour your time into training your dog but the end result can be very rewarding. Never loose your patience and cool while training your dog. Your dog may grasp your commands slowly but it will get it certainly.

7.Learn to train

Join a dog training program held by local clubs or seek for an advise from some expert or experienced ones. You may be doing it all wrong and not getting the results. Do a deep research about training a dog on the internet or from books, journals and articles before you decide to put your hands into it.

So, what are you waiting for ? Stop reading and start preparing yourself to train your dog. Remember it will take time and patience for your dog to be well trained and well behaved. Start today one step at a time.

There are many articles and tutorials on the internet about "How To Train a Dog". You may have gone passed them and might be wondering which methods work out and which don't.

Being an experienced breeder and a trainer today I'm going to break the steps into simpler forms and present to you. So here we go.

1.Find the right breed

Any breed of dog can follow your set of commands like sit, stay, fetch, bark etc if trained correctly and punctually but if want to train a dog for search and rescue operations then you can not train breeds like Boxer, Bulldog, Pit bull and Pug because they have a short nose or snout and are less sensitive to smell. German Shepherd, Labrador Retriever and Belgian Malinois are best for search and rescue type. Similarly, Golden Retriever are perfect for guiding and therapy purpose.
So, you need to choose the right breed that will suit your purpose.

2.Start at right age

Dogs should be started to train at right age. To early or too late and your dog will not be able to grasp you commands. You can usually start training your dog when he is at the age of 9 to 11 weeks.

3.Use positive reinforcement techniques 

Training a dog is tough and not rewarding at times. Your dog may not grasp your commands which can be very frustrating but you should not give up but train him regularly and patiently. You shouldn't shout at your dog or show your anger and frustration towards him. Never use any sticks for punishing instead use treats when he gets your command and Praise and encourage him when he gets the job done by using words like "Good job !!" or "Nice dog !!".

You can use positive reinforcement techniques like Clicker training for training you dogs.

4.Make a routine

Make a time table for training your dog and follow it strictly. It's better to train your dog in the morning or evening when they are hungry and are seeking for foods or treats. Training your dog after meals in full stomach may not be a good idea. Follow your schedule so your dog knows when its time to train and when its for meals rest or walks.

5.Keep it short and sweet.

Training period for dog should be around 10-15 minutes. They are very cooperative and playful at the beginning but later get distracted and shows disinterest. Once, your dog stops enjoying the training session do not force into him and leave him to rest. Remember Rome was not built in one day, so keep it short, sweet and consistent not long and boring.

6.Be patient

Remember training a dog takes lot of hard work and effort. You must pour your time into training your dog but the end result can be very rewarding. Never loose your patience and cool while training your dog. Your dog may grasp your commands slowly but it will get it certainly.

7.Learn to train

Join a dog training program held by local clubs or seek for an advise from some expert or experienced ones. You may be doing it all wrong and not getting the results. Do a deep research about training a dog on the internet or from books, journals and articles before you decide to put your hands into it.

So, what are you waiting for ? Stop reading and start preparing yourself to train your dog. Remember it will take time and patience for your dog to be well trained and well behaved. Start today one step at a time.

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