Doggy Tips - Halloween Doorbell

The Dreaded DOORBELL!

Instead of locking your dog up so he or she can bark by themselves and learn that it's fun, train your dog the quiet cue.

1. Door bell rings
2. Dog barks
3. You say "quiet"
4. Once the dog quiets down
5. Reward with a treat

Repeat with every trick-or-treater. By the end of the night you'll have a tired pooch that knows a new command.

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Wait At Door

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Companies That Test On Animals

This post isn't quite relevant to training but it does have something to do with dogs and other animals.

I have always wondered which companies tested their products on animals, now I know through this:

http://www.mediapeta.com/peta/PDF/companiesdotest.pdf

This link will take you to lists of companies like

• Blue Buffalo 
• Aveeno
• Johnson & Johnson
• Lysol
• Oral-B
• Swifter

Here is a list of companies that DON'T test on animals.

http://www.mediapeta.com/peta/PDF/companiesdonttest.pdf

Help spread the word so we can stop supporting these companies and the torture they put animals through.

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Understanding Aggression Part 2 - Types Of Aggression

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Doggy Tips

Did you know that kibble shapes aren't just randomly picked?

Kibbles are designed and shaped in a way to better help your dog clean it's teeth and chew.

Larger kibble can help your dog not eat as much due to the fact that your dog is forced to chew the kibble before swallowing and can actually lead to your dog feeling more full.

Smaller kibble is great for dogs who are picky eaters as it is easier and quicker to chew so it encourages the dog to eat more.

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Understanding Aggression Part 1 - Stress

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Training Young!

Video and comment made from a viewer: (you may need to click the link to watch it on Youtube)

"Your videos are the reason I started clicker training in the first place, and where I get ideas for new things to teach Willow. People are very surprised that my puppy is so eager to listen and obey. You and Luna are very motivational to me. :)"

This video was the highlight of my week. I absolutely LOVE to see video's of anyone who trains with PRT then show off what you've taught. Keep 'em coming people!

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