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Dog Obedience Video Set #1 (4 DVD Discs)
$97.00
By demand we are now selling our videos all four of set #1 in a package deal at a discounted price from buying all four at alone.This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com’s standard return policy will apply….
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Some questions about training a border collie?
I am getting a border collie puppy and I will be training it myself. I was wondering when I should start training her? I will start off with the basics sit, stay, potty training, things like that. I would like to eventually build up to things like fly disc, and agility training. I know that I should not encourage jumping until at least a year old but how should I start this off? And at what age should I start the agility and fly disc? And also does anyone have any pointers? I would also like to train her to track things. I’m doing this for my dad when he loses the remote haha.
Also I am quite aware of what I am getting into with a border collie. I am completely prepared to give it all the mental and physical exercise necessary. It seems like every time I post a question about border collies I get lectured about how energetic they are.
But anyways any help you guys can give me would be great.
Training starts the day you bring puppy home.
Many driven dogs are more toy motivated than food motivated, so playing with toys right away will be a great benefit. Play tug. Tug is a game of interaction with your dog rather than you simply becoming a pitching machine. Lay on the floor and move the toy on the ground to draw pup to movement. You can encourage with “get it”. With young pups, the tugging is gentle pressure, and allow pup to “win” and encourage to want to bring toy back to you for more tugging. As pup grows, you can use the toy for the focus and encourage her to follow and chase you, then toss toy ahead of you with “get it”. Also you will need to teach a release command, as well as not allowing pup to grab toy out of your hand without “permission”.
A puppy obedience class will be great training for you and teaching good focus on you within a crowd as well as proper socialization skills.
Personally, I am concerned with the physical demands, twisting of the body and impact of landing with frisbee games. I will not play it. Mu opinion. You may want to look into flyball rather than disc dog…though IMHO many of the flyball dogs are a bit over the edge and maniacal.
Agility: go to trials and watch. You will learn a lot!!!!! Find a good trainer. Most have “pre-agility” classes that teach “ground work” before equipment. Jumps can be trained with bars on the ground, as well as tunnels and low tables to get agility training started. Then gradually the contacts and weaves are introduced after both handler and dog have mutual understandings of working together as a team, and handler can control their dog for safety purposes. I disagree with weave pole training at an early age, depending on the method used and size of dog: weave poles demand extreme bending of the spine.
You can go to websites to locate trainers in your area (www.cleanrun.com) and trials in your area (www.akc.org, www.k9cpe.com, www.usdaa.com )
Border Collies can learn very fast! They learn by “patterns” and you may not even realize you are actually training them! Mine thrives on “order” and wants all “T”s crossed and “I”s dotted! So be prepared and be on your toes!
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IRIS Neat ‘n Dry Floor Protection and Training Pads for Puppies and Dogs (Packaging Varies)
Forget soggy, smelly newspapers and wet paw prints tracked through the house. Now there’s a truly innovative way to train your puppy or dog. Neat ‘n Dry, the first super-absorbent, trackless, odor-blocking, floor protection pad. Also ideal for dogs left inside all day or for ailing or aged pets. Neat ‘n Dry features a 5-layer quilted protection for super absorbency and instantly absorbs up to …
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StarMark Clicker Dog Training System
$2.49
Using the Triple Crown Clicker is an easy and fun way to shape and reward positive behaviors in your pet. It is based on the scientific principles of Classical conditioning and Operant conditioning, and its ergonomic design makes it comfortable to use. Free Training Guide included….
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Petsafe PDLDT-305 Deluxe Little-Dog Remote Trainer for Pets Under 40 Pounds
$64.89
PetSafe® Deluxe Little Dog Remote Training System Heâs little, but heâs a rascal. Train your wild one with this user and dog friendly remote training collar. PetSafe customers report quick, efficient training that saved owners from having to scold or school unruly pets. And because there is such a wide range on this collar, your dog can feel free to roam while still knowing that you a…
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Feather Holding Training Dummy for Puppies
Pocket on front has elastic band to secure feathers. Canvas cover with weighted foam, rust-proof grommet and removable cord. 2in. x 9in. size ideal for training puppies. Will not rot or waterlog. U.S.A….
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Zuke’s Mini Naturals Dog Treats
Mini Naturals offer the healthy benefits of rice, malted barley, and essential vitamins and minerals. The finger-nail size pieces are tender, meaty, free of preservatives and contain no wheat, corn, added animal fat, artificial colors or flavors. Ideal for training or anytime as a delicious treat. Resealable pouch….
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