First, nipping and mouthing is completely normal canine behaviour. However, it can develop into a serious problem if reinforced and allowed to continue into adulthood. An adult dog’s mouthing is a lot stronger than a puppy's, so even when it's just part of normal canine play style, it can still cause damage and pain to humans. After all, there's no such thing as puppy biting. It's just a puppy that's doing it at the time but if allowed, you'll soon have an adult dog doing the same thing... With a lot more strength!

Dogs jump on people simply because they are excited. And they learn through experience that it's an effective way of getting our attention. However, it's not good behaviour, especially if you won a big dog. Luckily, it that can be easily prevented and managed using positive dog training techniques. Here's advice from your local dog trainer in Beaconsfield.

Canine Compulsive Disorder (CCD) is very similar to human OCD. Dogs are also compelled to perform repetitive behaviours which eventually take over their lives. For example just last week I met a few dogs with obsessive behaviours such as chasing shadows and herding other dogs. 

Over excitement can become a real problem outside. After all, who wants to walk a dog who's behaviour is completely out of control. This is very common with rescue dogs that haven't been taken out much or who simply have learnt to love it a bit too much. People often tell me that their dogs are perfect at home. This is the problem: generalising behaviours in different situations. If your dog is able to be calm and well mannered at home, it should be possible outside as well, right? Here's my advice, your dog trainer in Saint Peters.

Pre-Selection To-Do List Do research about different dog breeds. Pay special attention to what to expect in terms of size, shedding, temperament and common health problems. Talk to people who have a dog that is the breed you are interested in. Ask a lot of questions! Do not get a dog whose breed’s energy level or temperament is incompatible with your lifestyle. If you're lazy, don't get an active working breed and vice versa!

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Getting your puppy vaccinated is a crucial part of being a responsible pet owner. And it's very important for your pup's health!  is crucial to having a healthy, happy pet.

Before getting a puppy, it is important to know what behaviours to expect. Whining and crying is very common puppy behaviour. It's natural way of communicating for young pups. How much a puppy cries and whines depends on the puppy. It is very important that puppies stay with their mothers for at least the first eight weeks of life. If someone is trying to sell you a puppy younger than that, don't fall for it! You're not dealing with a good breeder and could be faced with raising a puppy that did not receive critical teaching and information from its mother and siblings. I've seen it with my own eyes that puppies that are separated from their mums too early develop anxieties. 

So, you've decided to get a dog? Good on you! The next big decision you need to make is whether to adopt a dog from a shelter or buy a puppy from a breeder. Please do not to support pet stores and puppy mills by purchasing a puppy from them! If you find it difficult to make a decision, here's advice from your local Erskineville dog trainer.

Buying a puppy from a responsible breeder is always a good idea. But what is responsible breeding? And why is it so important? It’s critical to your puppy's early development that you find a breeder who sincerely cares about the puppies. This doesn't mean just loving puppies, most people do! A good breeder doesn't only understand canine behaviour and their own breed but also the importance of early socialisation. Here are some tips about how to get a puppy from the right breeder.