the pawsitive dog

Complete training to help owners and their dogs develop an enjoyable lifelong partnership.

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TRAINING TIP OF THE WEEK: COMMIT TO MAKING THE NEXT 365 DAYS THE YEAR YOU & YOUR DOG DEVELOP AN ENJOYABLE, LIFELONG PARTNERSHIP.

Become the owner he has always wanted you to be by taking... https://t.co/Y8PbEgedLU

[the pawsitive dog @pawsitivedoginc]

On the second day of Christmas my true love gave to me... two bitty babies and a partridge in a pear tree! Merry Christmas, Chanel and family!

[the pawsitive dog @pawsitivedoginc]

TRAINING TIP OF THE WEEK: INSIST YOUR DOG WALK UP OR DOWN THE STAIRS BEHIND YOU

Space is the number one way dogs establish rank. Most owners are unaware of the blatant disregard their dog... https://t.co/3YCSU1vF5A

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TRAINING TIP OF THE WEEK:ALWAYS ACKNOWLEDGE THE PEOPLE IN THE HOUSE BEFORE ACKNOWLEDGING THE DOG

Be sure that everyone entering your home (pack members and guests alike) adhere to this... https://t.co/hqeX9qxJOa

[the pawsitive dog @pawsitivedoginc]

TRAINING TIP OF THE WEEK: ROTATE YOUR DOG'S TOYS

Variety is the spice of life. Randomly rotate toys for optimum interest and enjoyment. Own a puppy or playful adult dog? Consider rotating more frequently and don't forget to add new ones to the mix. Fun, fun!

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TRAINING TIP OF THE WEEK: DECREASE NOISE SENSITIVITY

Incorporate at least one new noise into your routine each week to lessen your dog's startle response and set him up for lifelong... https://t.co/yqkjxoBcKJ

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+dog campers Daisy and Rosie had the perfect fall backdrop for their yearbook photos!

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TRAINING TIP OF THE WEEK: FEED YOUR DOG IN THE CAR

Prepare your dog for the next big road trip with a little take out. Whether it's on the road or in your driveway, feed her in the car to... https://t.co/zcd7inxtDl

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TRAINING TIP OF THE WEEK: MOVE YOUR CRATE INTO A DIFFERENT ROOM

Rotate the location of your crate each month until finally placing it in its permanent location. Helping your dog adjust to... https://t.co/m32xXQdMsl

[the pawsitive dog @pawsitivedoginc]

TRAINING TIP OF THE WEEK: STAY ON THE GRASS

Walk your dog on the grass rather than on sidewalks whenever possible. It's not only more comfortable on their pads, it's softer on their... https://t.co/0zggwJPr9q

[the pawsitive dog @pawsitivedoginc]

TRAINING TIP OF THE WEEK: ROTATE THE BRAND OF FOOD YOUR DOG EATS

You don't eat the same food day after day, year after year. So why should your dog? For optimum health and enjoyment,... https://t.co/uBO8iTrWQR

[the pawsitive dog @pawsitivedoginc]

TRAINING TIP OF THE WEEK: RANDOMLY DISMISS YOUR DOG BEHIND A BABY GATE

It's a far better option than placing your dog behind a closed door. He can enjoy all his "creature comforts" - his dog bed or crate - and freedom of movement. Dismissed beats excluded any day!

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TRAINING TIP OF THE WEEK: DON'T LET YOUR DOG PLAY IN TRAFFIC

Insist on safety first, always have your dog enter or exit the car from the sidewalk side of your vehicle whenever possible.... https://t.co/hswNfXXK5X

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TRAINING TIP OF THE WEEK: WAIT TO NEUTER AND SPAY

Do your research! Neuter and spay for appropriate reasons and at an appropriate time in your dog's development. The wisest choice is not... https://t.co/RcKMFrLAVr

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The video challenges have been so much fun! Congrats to Beacon, Chanel, Frankie, Harry, Max, Milo, Smokey, Tux (shown below) & Zoe. Your successful get-off-me/train video earned you a free study hall last month. Great job Alex & Leah with Tux! https://t.co/tZyVCQEING

[the pawsitive dog @pawsitivedoginc]

TRAINING TIP OF THE WEEK: HAVE AN EXIT STRATEGY

Take "Get Off Me" one step further and practice when your dog is ready to amp up, not cool down. Just before you exit the house for a walk,... https://t.co/TYsom63p7o

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TRAINING TIP OF THE WEEK: ASK YOUR GUESTS TO ABIDE BY THE "5-MINUTE RULE"

That's waiting five minutes before meeting and greeting your dog. Training guests to wait means they will not... https://t.co/xtwBUPoNRe

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TRAINING TIP OF THE WEEK: DON'T LIMIT YOUR DISABLED DOG

Don't sell your dog short by letting a dog's physical disabilities get in the way of helping develop an enjoyable lifelong... https://t.co/22gjwYnUSB

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+ dog day school: too fast, too furious, Howie! https://t.co/7vMs0UkgrJ

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TRAINING TIP OF THE WEEK: WAIT IN THE WAITING ROOM

Does your dog have difficulty with the confined quarters of the exam room at the vet's? Try waiting in the waiting area until the vet is... https://t.co/FNohzQmMyf