Our newest Long Island Dog, Bailee.  Baliee is a Goldendoodle and is almost (1) years old.  She was trained by us when she was puppy.  We are boarding her while her owners vacation.  In addition to boarding her she will receive a refresher dog training course, one of the many perks that our members receive eith us.  A Long Island Dog Board and Train at a discounted rate, not too bad.

Give me a break this dog knows how to shovel snow, he is just procrastinating.  The same thing I do when I hear snow (lol).

Many of our perspective members call us with a description of their puppy or dog’s behavior.  Many times they are describing what they believe to be an aggression issue.  A while ago, we had a person from the Queens, New York area who called us to speak about his dog’s fear aggression; well needless to say upon our arrival this Queens dog had more dominance aggression that he had fear.  Just for the record a dog can in our opinion have both fear aggression and dominance aggression (this is not a good mix).

You must have observed that your dog can get aggressive when it is frightened. This behavior is called dog fear aggression. Growling, tail tucked between the legs and ears pulled back are the signs of dog fear aggression. People may confuse dog fear aggression with direct aggression. Dog fear aggression is caused when a dog is frightened by any reason or situation. Dogs tend to get aggressive when frightened because they do not know any other way to deal with the fear; even though it may not be the case, they may perceive they have know other way out, causing the aggression to appear. People wrongly assume that a dog is actually being mean when it attacks or bites. You must keep in mind that your dog does not bite because of aggression but it is fear which makes them. Here are some tips for handling dog fear aggression. 

A dog actually bites because it has panicked and does not see a way out (this was not the case with the our Queens dog training perspective member, his dog upon seeing me went for a direct hit). Biting is the only way it knows to deal with any problem. You can prevent your dog from biting if you know the signs of a dog who is scared. So, here are a few tips to recognize a scared dog. 

In any unfamiliar environment nervous or submissive dogs often bite out of fear. Bent elbows, hunched back, flat ears or tucked tail are some of the signs of fear in dogs. The dog may also pant excessively, poop or urinate and also avoid looking directly at you when it is frightened. You may be curious about the causes of this behavior. Dog fear aggression may be related to the past history of your dog. For some dogs it could be genetic or hereditary, while for others it could be because of some past trauma like dogs that are abused or abandoned. Whatever may be the reason, you have to address this problem. So, keep reading if you want to know the methods which are used to treat dog fear aggression. 

You must remember that you cannot pressurize your dog to triumph over its fears. You can help your dog to adjust with new people as well as new surroundings. However, if your dog panics and tries to bite you may not be able to stop it as this behavior is impulsive and not aggressive and no amount of training can be used to stop this behavior in this case, you need to mitigate the circumstances that support this behavior to arise. A dog is not a baby so don’t to treat it like one. So, if it gets panicky acknowledge it and move on. There is no need to fuss over it as this may confuse it. See to it that your dog is social as well as confident. You can do this by supplying your puppy or dog with some training program. Be sure to reward it with small treats, at first and praise when it obeys a command properly which shows it how proud you are of it. Find out what scares your dog and help it to overcome it by getting used to it (desensitizing). Treating it when it displays positive behavior around the object or situation which it is scared of is also advisable. Being patient and hard working is sure to pay off when it comes to curing your dog of dog fear aggression.

Dogs are pack animals or family animals which mean that they are social animals and desire the company of other dogs or of humans. Many people leave dogs alone at home and do not understand that this may result in a psychological problem for the animal. There is a medical term for such a condition. It is known as dog separation anxiety. This problem may result in destructive behavior. It may be noted that dog separation anxiety is mostly common in urban dogs where most of the family members are working or need to stay out of the house for any reason. So, if your pet is suffering from dog separation anxiety here are some ways to cure it or at the very least handle dog separation anxiety.. 

One of the methods of how to handle dog separation anxiety is socialization. Due to the social nature of dogs, they want to be close to their owners all the time, in many dogs that lack confidence, this is a must for them to properly function. You should actually try to take some time out for your pet to play with him or her and also train him or her.  Although our Long Island Dog Training school has not subscribed to this as of this writing, some research indicates that Herbal formulas also work to cure dog separation anxiety and they are readily available in the market. Ginger, valerian root, natural flowers and passion are used to make these supplements. But, if you have not came to a conclusion on this method of how to handle dog separation anxiety, it is advisable to get help of a reputed veterinarian. This is something which has to be handled expertly and thereby needs a professional and trained person who is able to analyze your dog better and prescribe the right combination of these herbal formulas to give the desired results.    

Many of the problems faced by dogs can be cured by exercise and training. Dog separation anxiety is also one of them. Exercising your dog regularly is beneficial for him not only physically but also mentally. Do not chide or shout at your dog when you are trying to alter his behavior. In addition to verbal commands you can definitely use signals like whistles or general call up sounds to train your dog.

The diet of your dog has also been noted to possibly play vital role in developing its physical as well as mental health. Some of the dog diets are being researched, and are possibly one of the considerations known to cause anxiety which then results in dog separation anxiety. These diets may contain some chemical ingredients which do not get properly absorbed in your dog’s system and your dog’s system may react negatively thereby causing anxiety. Hence, always check the diet you give your dog with a veterinarian. It is also advisable to keep some remedies handy if by any chance, your dog is wrongly fed by you.

Handling the dog professionally is one of the most effective ways to cure dog separation anxiety. You should not punish your dog for behavior which can be a result of dog separation anxiety. This can be more harmful as the dog may feel unappreciated as it is a sensitive animal. This should not be considered as a remedy as it actually adds to the stress which your dog is already experiencing.

I hope you have now understood the measures needed to be taken if your dog is suffering from dog separation anxiety. 

Lastly, but probably most important, is the conditioning of your puppy.  Many of a dog’s undesirable behaviors originate from their puppy months and years.  Many behaviors are easier to PREVENT than to mitigate or modify; whence, the reason for my “Complete Guide To Effectively Training Your Puppy” ebook.  As always a dog’s behavior is usually the result of either his or her puppy months, or our human behavior, or a combination of both.

Max is our Golden Retriever who has become extremely fond of Iavarone’s in Wantagh, Long Island.  He loves to hang out there and interact with all the people who patronize Iavarone Brother’s gourment food establishment.  Max has been making many friends near this fine eatery.  So, if you are in the neighborhood and in the mood for some quality food, especially Italian food, visit Iavarone Brothers’ gourmet food establishment.  After your done shopping for some of Italy’s fantastic foods, meats, poultry, fish, sandwiches, oils, etc…come over and say Hi, to Max and Me.

Here is Max showing off in front of Iavarones.

A little off-topic, but I came across this funny feline video after a board and train session in Wantagh, Long Island with Max our (1) year old Golden Retriever who is progressing rather well.  As a matter of fact, in spite of the miserable weather, this Long Island Golden Retriever has managed to stay pretty much on track with our Long Island Dog Board and Train Program. 

As with many dog board and train programs, dog trainers are up against time.  Our obedience school realizes that you want your puppy or dog back trained, but you want them back in a timely fashion.  Well, we just want to extend our thanks to Max, as of this post, the Golden Retriever is holding up his end of Dedicated Dog Training’s  Long Island Dog Board and Training Program.

Please stay tuned to see more video updates of our stars progress.  Although he is agile,  Max is nothing like these Felines. 

Well, here is our Golden Retriever Max; this  video was probably taken on our 4th or 5th training day with Max, and please be mindful of the bad weather this resilient Golden Retriever had to put up with.  When it comes to dog board and train programs there are several things that have to be taken into account; most of them we have some control over, but the weather is not one of them.  So much of the credit goes to our dog board and train Golden Retriever MAX!

Hey everyone, this is our Long Island Dog  Board and Train Golden Retriever Max, who is (1) years old.  Today we are going over the PLACE  (go to your doggy bed and remain there until released) command; Max was introduced to this command earlier in the day.  The PLACE command is an awesome command for pet owners.  This is the command that allows you to interact with the delivery person, open the door to let people in without having your puppy or dog jump on them, bring the groceries in, do laundry, etc.

Our Long Island Dog Board and Train Program teaches the command to the puppy or dog first, then we proof the command.  Proofing the command is a way to ensure that your puppy or dog becomes reliable; there are many methods to proof the various commands.  Today, I have hired a specialist in the art of distraction dog training, he has helped our Long Island Dog Board and Train Program on many occasions, mostly, without having to ask him.  Today we have employed his talents, and we are using him to stimulate Max to move off his PLACE.

Max is our latest Long Island Dog Board and Train participant.  Max is a (1) year old Golden Retriever.  Max enrolled in our Dog Board and Train Program for several reasons; his primary reason was for his puppy like hyperactive disposition;  he has been known to be a bit unruly in the home, especially upon meeting new arrivals.  This Golden Retriever’s usual MO is to jump up on people.

We will be monitoring Max’s dog board and train participation here on our blog.  In addition to our text, we will be sporting some video footage of Max’s progress.  Our Long Island dog Board and Train Program allows your dog or puppy to reside in a real life home setting instead of a kennel atmosphere. In addition to your dog being command trained we will address all common puppy and dog unwanted behaviors.  Max has just arrived; the video below shows him meeting and playing in the backyard with our dogs, Daisy and Niko.

Dogs are very faithful pets but they need to be trained so that they are disciplined when off the leash. There are several different breeds as we all know, some are huge while some are small and there is the medium kind as well. Every breed has its own characteristics; some breeds of dogs are mild while some are ferocious. If you are an owner of a dog in the Long Island area and don’t know what to do where your precious pet is concerned don’t get discouraged or dismayed.  There are plenty of Long Island Dog trainers that are listed and you can avail of one of their services. Dogs are not that easy to train for some people, mostly it will take the expertise of a professional to tame that dog of yours. You would be wise to check if the dog trainer whose services you would like to avail  has good independent reviews.

Most  Long Island dog trainers are trained and  will be able to successfully train your dog to be obedient; this is the most important factor as even human beings that are obedient go a long way in life.  We like to offer the added benefit of not only being highly trained to deal with your dog or puppy’s issues but to be able to effectively transfer our knowledge to you.  Obedience is the beginning of a long healthy relationship with your canine and it is good to invest in one of the positively  reviewed Long island dog trainers’ services. Choosing one of the Long Island dog trainers should not be a tough task as you can go online  and simply check out some of the best, unfortunatley this is not always the case, sometimes we are misguided by fancy websites or better text. In addition, dog trainers have some background or the other in veterinary care, you should check to see if the dog trainer has sufficient experience as well.  Dog trainers must love all kinds of dogs, this will normally show in the way they handle dogs, they are committed to teach dogs to obey their owners so that there is a better bond between the two.

 Most services that are offered by the dog trainers include private lessons, personal training, crate training, professional pet sitting, and even consultations for puppies that are new. Different dogs have different needs so while choosing any of the Long Island dog trainers make sure to do background checks before going ahead; you will need the assistance of a professionally trained dog trainer, if you for any reason do not feel comfortable hiring us or are not in our geographical area please feel free to contact us so we can assist and guide you in the right direction. There is nothing better than owning a well trained dog, you can safely trust your dog when he or she is off the leash; give them into the care of the right dog trainer.

Who said Pugs are stubborn and can’t pay attention?  This is Frankie, he is (2) years old;  Frankie is our latest Long Island Dog Board and Train member.  Frankie came to Dedicated Dog Training because he was very hyperactive in the house and didn’t understand what was expected of him.  Well, we are proud to say this Pug is just about ready to be reunited with his family; only this time he understands what desired behaviors are expected of him.   At our Long Island Dog Board and Train Program you can expect to see results like these.

Frankie has been trained to respond to a host of different commands under distractions.  We spent more time on his “PLACE” (go to your doggy bed) command, because that was a major concern with his owner.  Frankie also has learned to behave in the car, and not dart out when the door opens until he is given the “OUTSIDE” command. 

Our Long Island Board and Train program is a (2) week program that not only trains your puppy or dog to respond to commands Off-Leash, we also train your dog to respect the rules of the house.  When your puppy or dog stays with us, he is viewed as our pet, and we treat him accordingly and the way we would expect some one to treat our own.  Your dog has access to the same amenties as our dogs.

Anyway, enough about my Dog Board and Train Program, we would love to hear from you about you dog or puppy problems.  So, if you need friendly advice from a dog trainer, but more importantly…a dog lover, give us a call or drop us an email.

He must be anticipating our dog training session!

A loyal and joyful dog, the Golden Retriever makes a great family dog.  They love to learn and love children and adventure.  This dog is one of the most kind dogs out there. Rambunctious and fun, the Golden Retriever is bundle of sunshine.  Many of you  know I frequent West Hills’ Dog Park in Suffolk County Long Island,  where I perform some dog training while watching the diverse breeds, especially the Golden Retrievers run around after one another.

As one of sporting breeds of dog, this dog dates back to the 1800’s in Britain.  The breed originated as a combination of yellow retriever and Tweed Water Spaniel and was used to retrieve foul that was shot by Lord Tweedmouth on his Tween River estate.

The Golden Retreiver hit the US in the 1890’s and their coat ranged from deep gold to pale orange.  Today they are more typically golden yellow – between medium and light.  An intelligent dog that exudes beauty and grace, this dog is very obedient and easy to train.  They are trustworthy and friendly, standing between 21 to 25 inches tall and weighing between 55 and 75 pounds.  The body is more long that it is tall, with the males having a broad skull.  The eyes are filled with expression and intelligence.  Their droopy ears fall along the side of the head giving them a cuddly, stuffed animal appearance as a puppy. The tail on the Golden retriever is not snipped and is constantly wagging.

Our Golden Retriever dog training includes socialization and learning to control his impulse to be too friendly to other dogs.  This dog needs exercise to keep healthy and in condition, as well as brushing of his lustrous coat.  Obedience training is necessary to control his exuberant and enthusiastic personality.  The urge to run and jump up on you is their nature.  Training should be gentle, yet consistent as these dogs tend to lose interest quickly.  Game playing is a great way to train and get good results.  Playing fetch is a game that all Golden Retrievers love as well as a game of Frisbee.. 

Their diet should consist of premium dog food and they must not be overfed.  Table scraps are not recommended.  They are predisposed to hip problems as well as eye problems.  Skin problems can arise as well as heart problems.  As long as regular check ups are had and the dog is well taken care of, these dogs should thrive in a family with children or without.  They make great companions and love to cuddle and be in the presence of their owner.

Training for your dog should be something you look into no matter where you live, but it’s especially important when you live in a city such as Brooklyn, NY. Cities are fast paced and you want to be sure you can keep your puppy safe in that environment. Part of keeping him safe is by enrolling him in puppy training.  It’s simple to train a dog when you start with them at a young age.  As they grow with you in the city they’ll know to stay by your side and to keep out of traffic. Socialization is another important point that will be touched on.  When you go for a walk with your puppy either down the street or taking them to the park, you’re going to encounter many people and other animals.  It’s important for them to know how to respond in such a situation and to remember that paying attention to their owner needs to be first and foremost in their mind.