EASY TRAINING FOR THE LAZY PET OWNER

NO PATIENCE TO LEARN THE INTRICACIES OF DOG DISCIPLINING? READ ON!

ALWAYS REWARD GOOD BEHAVIOUR We’re not just talking when you’re training your pup, we’re talking every time your hound does something good. It could be coming to you when called, not jumping up on visitors or just sitting quietly while there’s commotion around. What’s your doggy doing right now? If you catch them being a good boy, praise them immediately.

TRAIN WITH HIGHERQUALITY TREATS Not getting the response you’d hoped using plain old dog biscuits as a bargaining tool? Maybe the reward is not tasty enough. You may be amazed at how much harder your dog will work for that tiny piece of cheese, chicken breast or a liver treat. Don’t believe us? Try it tonight!

HIRE A DOG WALKER Do you get reports of your dog barking while you’re at work? Maybe you come home to chewed furniture and shoes? No need to call in the animal behaviourist just yet. If time is tight, consider hiring a dog walker to take them out for a run and see if there’s an improvement. Not only will your dog get exercise that will tire them out, it’s essential for socialising them as well.