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Before giving a word command to your dog, speak its name to get its attention. Then speak a one-word command such as “stay,” “sit,” “come” or “heel.” Do not get impatient. You will probably have to repeat the command many times. Never use negative reinforcement. Do not call your dog to come to you for punishment because this will teach your dog not to come on command. Be sure to keep any frustration out of the tone of your voice. If you feel yourself becoming frustrated, take a break. Your dog can sense this and will start to associate training with your unhappiness.

Some of the commands are “sit,” “stay,” “come,” “down” and “heel.” When speaking the commands, say them loudly and clearly, repeating them often. The dog may have to hear the commands over and over, but will soon begin to associate the word with its meaning. Always remember to praise your dog when it responds correctly. This will encourage your dog to perform correctly the next time. You may either use food or a verbal praise as the reward or both.

After successfully teaching your dog to sit, stay, and come - without assistance, it’s time to teach it to lie down on command. Tell your dog to sit. Show him the reward you have in your hand. Hold the reward up and then bring it down in front of the dog to the floor and say “Down” in a firm clear voice. Only give the reward if he lies down to reach it. Do not give it to him if he stands up to reach his reward. Again repeat this throughout the day as much as possible, keeping sessions short but frequent.

Obedience training sessions should be frequent but short to prevent your dog from becoming bored, ten to fifteen minute sessions, two or three times a day will be good enough. It is best to train your dog right before meals so it associates his meal with a reward for the training.

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How much do you know about preserving energy and saving on your electric and/or gas bills every month?  Are you aware that a certain amount of energy is lost through walls and ceiling and can rack up an incredible bill if not resolved?  Insulation provides the solution to such a problem for the home, and believe it or not, can also make your pet more comfortable in the dog house outdoors. How does insulation work

The idea behind the material is to capture the cool or heat and not let it escape from an enclosed space. Chances are, you have insulation throughout your house, within the walls and ceiling, so that as you heat and cool your home, less of the energy escapes into the atmosphere and becomes useless. The insulation creates a more efficient way to keep the house cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. The same is true with wood dog houses.

The way these work, however, is not based on feeding electric or gas energy into the dog house. Instead, the insulation here is providing a barrier against natural elements. As the days grow cooler during the winter, the insulation keeps the inside of the dog house from cooling as much, even helping your dog’s body heat to help warm the enclosure. By holding out the natural cool, it keeps the insulated dog house warmer for your pet’s guaranteed comfort.

In the summer, the reverse is true. The insulation will help keep the interior of the dog house cooler, battling the external heat so that your dog has a shady, cooler place to rest. If you opt for an insulated cedar dog house, you can guarantee even greater protection and comfort for your dog, since the cedar is weather resistant and will additionally keep the rain from seeping into your dog’s abode, making sure he stays dry and healthy. An insulated cedar dog house provides the best accommodations for your dog outside of your house.

Insulation can make a huge difference in your pet’s comfort when he is outdoors in his dog house. Just because you don’t keep your dogs indoors doesn’t mean they have to be cold or hot as the seasons change. Appropriate insulated dog houses can make a world of difference, guaranteeing that your pet is comfortable and easing your concerns over his safety season after season.