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Tips For Taking A Road Trip With Your Dog
by Adam Katz. Vehicles: With the possible exception of a Harley-Davidson motorcycle and a side car, I've seen practically every type of vehicle used for taking the family pooch on a road trip.Below I review three of the best:1.) Tom Rose of High Ridge, Missouri, ...
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Should You Correct A Puppy With A Pinch Collar?
by Adam Katz. Hi, Adam!My husband and I recently purchased a white German Shepherd. She is 12 weeks old today and quite a handful. Sometimes she can be so sweet, but other times she is actually quite vicious.Well, I don't know if vicious is the right word, but wh...
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Advanced Dog Training Points For Conditioning Your Dog
by Adam Katz. Akeisha wrote to me with some very good questions. I've included her letter (and my responses) below:Hi,It's Akeisha again.I do see what you mean if it is on all the time the dog will soon forget it is on and then will behave regardless. Ok, so the ...
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Common Beginner Questions About Dog Training
by Adam Katz. Dear Adam:[Note to readers: These questions are follow ups from issues discussed in my book, "Secrets of a Professional Dog Trainer!" which you can read more about at: ...
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Whos Missing From Your Wedding Party? Your Dog!
by Blake Kritzberg. Man's best friend is enjoying a higher profile when it comes to tying the knot. Although the trend gained steam in the easy-going West, wedding planners all over the country are seeing dogs take on key roles in the ceremony. In short, well-trained t...
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Can You Control Who The Alpha Dog Is When You Own Two Dogs
by Adam Katz. A dog owner named Beth writes:Dear Mr. Katz,I have two cocker spaniels that are one year apart. The red and white female (Cassie)is almost two and spayed. The buff male (Peanut) is just one 1 years old and neutered. Peanut was rescued from a cocker ...
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How You May Be Sabotaging Your Dog Training Efforts
by Adam Katz. I was sitting in the waiting room of my local HMO with a sinus infection and happened to pick up the recent issue of Outdoor Life magazine. Actually, it was the only thing to read, but that didn't bother me as most hunting publications usually inclu...
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Missing The Imprint Stage Of Puppyhood
by Adam Katz. Dear Adam:[From a previous e-mail which questioned why I recommend that dog owners don't try to train their dogs in a group class setting]Yes, I understand about the imprint stages [two week stages from birth to 4 months of age in which a small amou...
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Cat Mailboxes Can Mean So Much
by Carl Walker. We love our cats. Throughout the centuries, Cats have been revered, even worshipped. They can be our cuddly friends or fearsome hunters. Through it all, they are our beloved pets. For some, coming through the door at the end of a long day, being gre...
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Five Mistakes New Puppy Owners Make
by Katelyn Thomas. You've researched the different dog breeds to find the best one for you and your family, you've taken the time to find out whether the breeder you chose is ethical, and now you're finally bringing that precious new bundle of joy home. The hard part ...
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The Five Things You Must Do To Housebreak Any Dog In A Hurry
by Adam Katz. Correct the dog any time he has an accident in the house. Keep him confined to either a crate, or a dog run outside when you can't supervise him.2. Praise the dog anytime he eliminates outside.3. Establish a specific spot, and a command you repeat (...
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Her Dog Shows Two Different Types Of Aggression
by Adam Katz. Dear Adam:I am writing about our dog Rudy, a three year old goldie mix that we adopted five months ago from a shelter. We have received different opinions on his mix. Some have said goldie/shepherd, some have said goldie/chow. The latter is the opin...
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Dog Too Spoiled To Walk On Leash
by Adam Katz. Dear Mr. Katz:I have a 4 month old female pup, AmStaff/Boxer (we think - she was a rescue). She responds well to all training, EXCEPT for walking and heeling.We've practiced the loose-leash "turning on a dime" technique described in your book and au...
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Dog Training As A Reflection Of Our Own Insecurities
by Adam Katz. Janice writes:Good morning Adam.Thank you for your wonderful "Secrets of a Professional Dog Trainer!" It's the best dog training book I've used thus far. I, however, have a tough case.[To read about the book she's referring to, go to: [...
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Bulldog Problems: Is It Housebreaking Or Separation Anxiety?
by Adam Katz. Dear Adam:I adopted Sophie, a 3-year old 60-lb female English Bulldog, four months ago.The problem is twofold--one, she pees in the house (and occasionally poops, too), and two, being an incredibly strong dog, she easily butts her way out of ANY cra...
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Annoying Habits Your Dog Does
by Adam Katz. Dear Adam:My Springer Spaniel has gotten a little more resistant to the come command when she knows it means "Get in the kennel." At night, she goes in between nine and ten. And like clock work, she wakes me up at 2:00 am. I am sure I have started ...
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Dog Owner Invents Training Techniques
by Adam Katz. Adam,I received a surprise Christmas present last year in the form of a 4 year old female shepherd mix that my wife and daughter decided I needed to replace my long time pet who had to be put down last summer. She really is a beautiful dog, but the ...
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Bringing Home A New Pet
by Lori Matthews. Make sure your new baby starts off with healthy food and treats. It all starts now. Once you cultivate certain eating habits, it's almost impossible to break them, especially with cats. It is not uncommon for a cat to get hooked on one food only. If...
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Dog Training Techniques
by Adam Katz. Please keep the following a secret. Don't tell anyone. I don't want everyone "and their uncle" copying my dog training techniques/concepts and then claiming them as their own.Anyway...My neighbor couldn't believe it. I'd just brought this beautiful ...
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Dog Aggression And Genetics... Plus Housebreaking A Poodle
by Adam Katz. Dear Adam:I purchased and read your book and it as helped me immensely in a number of areas.[To read more about the book he's referring to, please see: ...
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Spitting In Your Dogs Food To Build Dominance - Revisited
by Adam Katz. I was having dinner last week with Jeff and Michelle--two of my first dog training clients, when I branched out on my own and started South Bay K-9 Academy in Southern California, back in 1994.[I'm now actively retired from working with the general ...
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How To Make Your Dog Appear To Be Incredibly Intelligent
by Adam Katz. Many people are under the mistaken assumption that commands need to be one syllable."Sit.""Down""Up" (in the car)."Kennel up"This is not an accurate understanding (or observation) of how dogs learn.In my experience, ...
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A Critical Review Of Secrets Of The Big Dogs
by Kenny Anderson. I just recently reviewed one of the most informative and honest E-books on the topic of Internet Marketing that I have read in quite some time. An honest, hard core look at the world of internet marketing entitled "Secrets of the Big Dogs!"Firstly, ...
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Is Your Dog Ever A Pain In The Neck?
by Adam Katz. Do you ever experience those moments when your dog is a proverbial, "Pain in the neck"?Maybe you're sitting at your desk, and your dog won't stop shoving his head into your lap... demanding attention?Or maybe she's just restless for whatever reason....
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The Dogs Of Fashion
by Mike Mathews. As winter arrives in the northern parts of the world and we break out our down filled parkas, our fleece lined ski jackets, long-johns, hats and mittens - do we stop to think of our four legged friends and companions? Well, most of us don't, which i...
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