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2.11 - Punishment Aug 20, 2009

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Punishment is one of the most misunderstood elements of dog training. There is certainly a place for punishment in dog training, but there is no reason it has to be painful or mean. Successful punishment decreases the frequency of an undesirable behavior, and can be phased out as the dog learns

2.10 - Reliability (Beyond the Cookie) Jul 31, 2009

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Good dog training goes through several important steps. Using lures and rewards to teach a command is just the beginning. A dog that sits on command while you’re alone in the living room and holding a cookie is not necessarily going to sit on command at a BBQ in the park, surrounded by playing

2.09 - R-E-S-P-E-C-T Jul 17, 2009

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In dog training the concept of respect can be a dangerous thing. Too many owners expect their dogs to behave appropriately out of sheer respect. While that would be nice, it’s simply not the case, and it’s foolish and inhumane to expect that.

2.08 – Multiple Dog Households Jun 29, 2009

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Getting a dog is always a big decision and everyone in the household should be a part of the process. Of course, this includes any dogs that you already live with. You certainly don’t want to bring home a new dog without first checking that it will be a good fit for your household.

2.07 - Separation Anxiety May 29, 2009

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Separation anxiety is a phrase that gets used a little too much in dog training. That’s not to say it doesn’t exist, but that some people are too eager to use it as a scapegoat and an excuse to put their dogs on drugs.

2.06 – Who's The Boss? May 18, 2009

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One of the biggest mistakes people make in dog training is blaming their dog’s behavior problems on “leadership” or “dominance” instead of poor training. The Dunbars explain how dog hierarchies actually work, and why it doesn’t really matter when it comes to your relationship with your dog.

2.05 – At the Dog Park Apr 24, 2009

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The dog park can be a scary place, especially if you are worried about your dog's socialization skills. The Dunbars discuss when to be worried about your dog being dangerous, and how safety is really all about off-leash control. The park can be an exciting place, so work your way up to it.

2.04 – Finding a Good Dog Trainer Apr 06, 2009

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Finding a good dog trainer can be a difficult process. Fortunately, there are a lot of things you can do to make sure that the trainer you find will be a good fit for you and your puppy.

2.03 – Safety First Mar 30, 2009

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Some dog behavior problems can put your dog in jeopardy. These need to be addressed in order to ensure the safety of dogs and their owners. The Dunbars respond to listener questions and discuss the importance of highly reliable emergency commands and boundary training.

2.02 – Loo Logistics Mar 09, 2009

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Long-term and short-term confinement, indoor and outdoor doggy toilets, night shifts and long days, rewards and reprimands. When it comes to training your pup to use the loo, the devil is in the details.

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