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Puppy Care and Training Tips

Train a Successful Loose Leash Walk

Do you want to teach your puppy to have the kind of attention on a leash that the puppy in ...
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Our Take on the Invisible Fence

We at Summer Brook believe that there are far more reasons not to use an invisible fence than there are ...
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Best Exercise for a Happy Relaxed Golden Retriever Puppy

Exercise is a very important part of a puppy's life. Without adequate exercise, few puppies will be able to control ...
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How to Use Positive Reinforcement in Puppy Training

If you are considering using positive reinforcement with your puppy and don't know where to start, this page will give ...
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Leash Training With Positive Reinforcement

The best way to stop leash pulling is to alternate between positive reinforcement for walking politely on leash and stopping ...
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Classical Conditioning in Dog Training

Classical conditioning is one of the two most important principles of learning used in behavior modification and dog training. An ...
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How To Use Punishments in Dog Training

Though we prefer positive reinforcement over punishments, we can't deny the fact that there are families that feel that they ...
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Common Causes and Quick Fixes For Puppy Diarrhea

There are many causes of diarrhea and loose stools in puppies. Sometimes puppy diarrhea in Golden Retrievers (as with any ...
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How to Kill Fleas Naturally

If you should find a flea (even one flea) on your dog, it is time to start killing the fleas ...
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Natural Flea Prevention Without Chemicals

There are several drug companies promoting chemical flea treatments for dogs. They give some scary statistics about how quickly one ...
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