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Teaching the sit is one of the more simple procedures, but can be vitally important. The method you will use is the lure-reward method. Basically, you will lure the dog into the desired position and reward him when he adopts the position. For this method to work the best, you should not say the word "sit" until your dog consistently responds to your lure, which will initially be the cue for him to sit.Step 1.) Take your dog to a quiet placeStep 2.) Place a small treat in your hand, between your thumb and your index and middle fingers.Step 3.) Say your dog's name (if you have been practicing the Name Game, then your dog will respond by looking at you).Step 4.) Show your dog that you have the treat in your hand by placing it near his nose, but do not let him grab it.Step 5.) WITHOUT SAYING ANYTHING, Read the whole article...

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Aren't the children always begging for a pet or another pet? You don't want a cat ? there's that whole litter box thing. You don't want to train a puppy, plus what about when you want to go away for the night? Birds make such a mess and can be quite noisy. And then there's those 'rodent' things.When we found out we were expecting our first child we decided to decorate the nursery in tropical fish decor. Then we thought a fish tank in the room would be perfect for the 'white noise' and for a nice little night light. So we bought a 10 gallon tank set that cost about for everything but the fish. We had no clue about caring for fish, so we only got a few fancy guppies that were about each. How cheap!!Who knew we'd become addicted? Well, me anyways. We learned that Read the whole article...

In this article I want to explain how to get your dog to stay. Most of the time, when you get up to leave out of a room, your dog will want to follow, especially if they're energetic. Sometimes you will want them to stay in one place.The first thing you want to do is get a supply of dog treats. Take your dog into a quiet room and have him sit down. Hold out the dog treat in your hand, letting the dog know that you have it. When the dog tries to take the treat, close your hand. Your dog should then pull his head back. When he does this, praise him and give him the treat.Timing is very important for training your dog to stay. Repeat the process again. Keep doing it until the dog doesn't go for the treat, and instead pulls back immediately.After the dog Read the whole article...