by Canine College | Aug 22, 2022 | Training Tips
Holbrook, MA, is the home of Canine College, which offers the Canine Good Citizen Test! In 1989, the American Kennel Club established the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) program to promote responsible dog ownership. An hour-long 10-step test is conducted between the dog and...
by Canine College | Jul 12, 2022 | Training Tips
Teaching any dog a new trick requires extreme patience. However, positive reinforcement can go a long way. When we train puppies, we use positive reinforcement through treats, but as a dog gets older and is loyal to you, they learn to make these habits. When we look...
by Canine College | Jun 8, 2022 | Training Tips
Below are a few precautions to ensure your older dog gets along with your new puppy. Even if they’re friendly to puppies away from home, not all adult dogs desire to live with puppies. Please keep reading to find out how to make them accept each other. ...
by Canine College | Jun 8, 2022 | Training Tips
Dog owners often have to deal with the problem of begging. Even though teaching a dog to beg on cue is a cute trick, it can get tiresome if your dog hounds you for food every time you take out a snack or eat. It is possible to prevent your dog from begging by...
by Canine College | May 10, 2022 | Training Tips
It is imperative to start training your puppy as soon as you bring it home, usually at 8 weeks. It is possible to teach them basic puppy training cues such as sit, stay, and come during this stage. Getting your puppy ready for training as soon as it’s prepared...
by Canine College | May 10, 2022 | Training Tips
The joy that these animals can bring to your life can be felt by anyone who has owned a dog. It is not always easy to own a dog, and behavioral problems are often why people give their pets away. The good news is that with proper care and the right training...
