A significant percentage of the population in today’s world has a dog, and so this explains why dog obedience training is truly so important. This type of training will teach your dog to behave, as well to do tricks, such as sit, lie down, roll over and so on; the amount of what they are taught will obviously depend on your preferences, as well as on what you are willing pay and what obedience school you bring them to.

Why it is Beneficial

There are actually many various different reasons as to why this is so beneficial for a dog, and it is actually considered as being one of the best things of all that you can ever do for them. Although it may not solve all behavioral problems, it is nevertheless the true foundation in regards to solving just about any problem, and so regardless of what types of problems your canine friend may have, this is sure to help and if not it will be the most major stepping stone in regards to doing so.

It truly opens up a brand new line and form of communication between you and your pet, and effective communication is one of the most important and truly critical factors of all in this situation. Dogs are very social animals, and so without the proper trainings, they will behave like animals, rather than pets.

Dogs may soil in your house, chew up your furniture and otherwise destroy your belongings, bark excessively, dig holes in the ground outside, fight other dogs, and perhaps even bite you. Especially if you have children in your house or living around you, you are certainly not going to want to have any of this happen, and so this explains then why proper training is so important here.

It also does not have to be that expensive, as there are many places that are available that you can go to where you will not end up breaking the bank simply by giving your animal friends lessons to be good. The best thing is to ask around to your family and friends so that you can see if any of them have ever gone through this before and then you will be able to get a firsthand opinion in regards to where you should go and why; just have patience with your pet, and they are sure to come along well and quickly.

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Black Labrador Retriever - Silver Factored Or Mongrel?

Suppose you have silvery hair. The natural assumption of those with whom you live and work would be that you are of an age when the hair begins to lose its color. If your hair turned grey before you were 20 or 30 years of age, it might be a dietary deficiency, a medical concern - or genetics.

A black Labrador Retriever, silver factored with a coat that is something less than black, is claimed by some to be a pure bred dog. Purportedly rare and highly desirable, a black Labrador Retriever puppy that’s silver factored may be offered at a higher than normal price. Does it merit this? Or is it simply a crossbreed - a mongrel?

Black Labrador Retriever Standard

The Labrador Retriever breed standard says: “The Labrador Retriever coat colors are black, yellow, and chocolate. Any other color or a combination of colors is a disqualification.” The breed standard goes on to say that black Labrador Retrievers must be all black. If a black Labrador Retriever has a small white spot on the chest, it is “permissible, but not desirable” according to the breed standard.

A black Labrador Retriever, silver factored or not, must meet that standard. Every purebred black Labrador Retriever must be black.

Genetically Speaking

A black Labrador Retriever, silver factored or otherwise at odds with the standard, apparently has genetics that are not in line with those of the breed. The genetics of a true black Labrador Retriever’s coat color seem to be rather simple. Each dog receives two pairs of genes: one from its mother and one from its father.

You will remember from early science class that there are two types of gene in every living being: dominant and recessive. This is true of you and it is true of black Labrador Retrievers. Genes determine your hair color, just as genes determine the coat color of a black Labrador Retriever. You might have brown, black, red, blond, or a variation of any of those. A Labrador Retriever has only two choices: black and chocolate - although we see black, chocolate, and yellow.

Consider these facts...

1. In Labrador Retrievers, a dominant gene always determines what color the coat will be. Always. It does not matter what other genes are present. The black gene, which we will call “B” for short, is dominant. Therefore, if a “B” gene is present, the pre-selected coat color is black. But read on.

2. We will call the recessive chocolate gene “b” for short. The “b” gene can only produce a chocolate coat if the dog inherits no “B” gene. Those are the only choices: “B” dominant black genes and “b” recessive chocolate genes. There is no gene for yellow, silver, or other colors. A black Labrador Retriever, silver factored or other factored, would have to go against this genetic makeup.

3. In addition to the black and chocolate genes, Labrador Retrievers have two more genes. These genes determine the dogs’ ability to express a dark coat, i.e. to let the dark color show. Let’s call the dominant expression gene “E” for short and the recessive expression gene “e” for short.

4. Labrador Retrievers that have the dominant “E” gene are able to express a dark coat. They can show black or chocolate. If the dog has a “B” gene and an “E” gene, it will be black, no matter what other genes it has. If it has a “b” and an “E” gene, it will be chocolate.

5. Labrador Retrievers that have the recessive “e” gene cannot show a dark coat. They will show neither black nor chocolate. They will show the absence of those by being a shade of yellow. A Labrador Retriever with a combination such as BBee has 2 dominant genes for black, but the recessive “e” genes will not let the color show. The dog will be yellow.

You will see that a black Labrador Retriever, silver factored is not possible with these pairs of genes. There is no scientific data as of this writing (2007) that has found any silver gene in black Labrador Retrievers.

True Nature of So-called Silver Labs

A black Labrador Retriever that is said to be silver factored may be an unusually light yellow or chocolate Lab. There is also, in the U.S., a gray-brown shade similar to that of Weimaraners. It is reported that the U.S. kennel first to report “silver” Labradors also kept Weimaraners, a silvery-gray breed with somewhat similar appearance. It is widely believed that the true nature of a black Labrador Retriever, silver factored, is that of a crossbreed: Labrador Retriever - Weimaraner mix.

The AKC recognizes “silver” Labs only as chocolate, and rejects them because they do not meet the breed standard for chocolate Labs. A black Labrador Retriever that’s silver factored is not an AKC standard purebred dog.

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Labradors are one of the best-loved dog breeds in the country. According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), 2004 marked the fifteenth consecutive year that Labradors ranked as the number one purebred dog in the nation. The AKC also reported that Labradors ranked first in Great Britain, where three times as many Labradors are registered as is any other breed.

According to the AKC, the Labrador origins are in early nineteenth-century Newfoundland, when Newfoundlands were bred with smaller water dogs. The dogs eventually disappeared from Newfoundland, but, having been imported to England, established themselves as a recognized breed at the turn of the twentieth century by the English Kennel Club.

Labradors are considered sporting dogs, and the color of purebreds is either black, yellow, or chocolate. The dog’s temperament makes it an excellent family pet, but Labradors are often used as guide dogs and rescue dogs. Their true predilection, however, lies in their talent as gun dogs and duck dogs. With the proper hunt test training and retriever training, Labradors can effectively hunt game and waterfowl in a variety of conditions.

In order to perfect a Labrador’s hunting skills, an owner often kennels the puppy with a special trainer who introduces the Labrador to water and birds. This basic retriever training teaches puppies to enjoy retrieving game.

Once the puppy has mastered basic retriever training, or for older Labradors, an owner may decide to take the started dog for AKC hunt test training, or to have it trained to become a better hunt dog or duck dog. When looking for a facility that offers advanced retriever training, it’s important to look for clean kennels, acreage that includes a variety of terrain and bodies of water, and trainers who are experienced in retriever training. A retriever training program that meets each dog’s individual needs is ideal, and Labrador owners should be sure to ask former customers about their experience with the retriever training program.

A good kennel will offer basic retriever training programs that focus on obedience and a transition program that utilizes pattern blinds, cold blinds, water blinds, and blind drills. An advanced program should include individualized techniques to perfect the gun dogs’ or duck dogs’ skills. The most important element of a good retriever training program, though, is the trainer’s love of Labradors and his commitment to training a well-adjusted, skilled dog.

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Hope for the opposite as we may, humans don’t enter this world on an even playing field. Even excluding complex socioeconomic issues, inequality lurks in our medical charts: some of us are genetically predisposed for medical issues such as heart disease and certain cancers. A study from Harvards School of Public health suggests that our genes even make some of us more likely to be obese.

The genetic injustice doesn’t stop with homo sapiens. Our canine companions can be genetically fated for certain disorders as well due to breeding practices. Over countless generations, dog enthusiasts created the various breeds by selecting and breeding only dogs that displayed certain desired traits, such as certain coat colors and face shapes. This selective breeding for appealing qualities depleted genetic diversity, leaving weaknesses in individual dogs genetic maps.

For instance, the intense breeding required to produce the Dalmatians stunning spots also brought their genetic predisposition for ailments such as kidney stones and deafness. Along the same lines, poodles are well-loved around the world for their gorgeous, hypo-allergenic fur and intelligence. Unfortunately, rigorous breeding to satisfy demand for these popular pooches has also made poodles the breed most predisposed to disease: they have been linked to 145 genetically-influenced disorders.

Obesity is no exception. In many cases, the causes of obesity are self-evident: as in humans, when a dog eats too much, and exercises too little, he or she is likely to become overweight. Additionally, low-quality, low-protein dog foods may encourage overeating, as dogs need to eat more to feel satiated. The majority of canine obesity cases are rooted in these causes.

However, certain dog breeds are more likely to gain excessive weight, for the reasons listed below. If you’re feeling worried because your adorable puppy’s breed is listed, take heart, we’ve also listed techniques for preventing weight gain, or, if its too late for prevention, helping your dog shed those extra pounds.

Chow Hounds: Breeds Likely to Eat Quickly

A quick review of the history of the canine species explains why some dogs practically inhale their food. Many experts believe that dogs broke off into separate species 15,000 years ago, when certain wolves opted to step into a new human-created niche, living near the easy food supplies of waste dumps. In this circumstance, it made sense for dogs to eat quickly, so they could ingest as much food as possible before the appearance of rival dogs or predators.

Today, the original utility of rapid consumption has been replaced with the problems of obesity and dog bloat. Obesity results when owners often assume that their chow hound is still hungry, leading to over-feeding. Gastric tortion, or dog bloat, is a much more immediately severe disorder in which the dog sucks up air with their food, causing the stomach to twist in on itself, blocking exits, even as digestion continues to release more gas. The deep, narrow chests of breeds such as the Collies and the St. Bernard make them more likely to suffer dog bloat. Other fast eaters include large breeds such as Labrador Retrievers, Basset Hounds, Rottweilers and any dog that had to worry about having its food taken away as a puppy. Keep in mind that any breed may eat too quickly; monitor your dogs eating habits to determine if he or she is overeating food.

How to Slow your Chow Hound Down?

Set a consistent feeding schedule, and stick to it. Many vets suggest two daily feedings, in the morning and evening. Record how much you typically feed your dog each day, and check with your vet to see if this is an appropriate amount. Avoid giving your dog table scraps and other people treats.

Create an obstacle in your dogs bowl. Some owners and vets recommend placing a tennis ball or large rock in your dogs bowl to slow eating. Other, more aesthetically-pleasing solutions, like the DogPause Bowl, uses the same principal to simply but effectively slow down a dogs eating pattern. These bowls have half-cup divisions in the bowl that create an obstacle for your puppy to work around in order to get to its meal.

Canine Energy: Breeds that Need Lots of Exercise

Some dogs were specifically bred for work. Shepherds were bred to run around all day herding sheep, for instance. Its no surprise, then, that work dogs like German Shepherds, Dobermans, Rottweilers, and Beagles put on extra weight when they don’t get daily exercise.

How to Get Your Four-Legged Friend Back to a Healthy Weight?

Get out there and play. A half hour of exercise is a good idea for all dogs, regardless of size. Your dog may need more - some vets recommend that you walk your dog one city block for every ten pounds of weight. Talk to your vet about the recommended amount of exercise for your puppy to see if his or her breed may require a little extra time running around to stay in shape.

~Ben Anton, 2009

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The purpose of obedience training is to teach the dog to behave nicely with people around them. Successful dog obedience training leads to a happy dog. The most important requirement of obedience dog training is trust. The dog should have complete trust on its owner.

Otherwise, obedience dog training becomes difficult. Through this training, an individual can teach dog positive behaviors and diminish the unwanted behaviors. As an example, you can teach the dog first, then teach it not to bark. Once they know one, they are more likely to be silent on command.

Most people want to prevent one major behaviour issue, which is chewing on things. The solution to this problem can be found by giving them toys to chew on. Usually you try to make sure the toy reasembles something that they would find in the household… So if a dog is into biting on shoes, give him a chewing toy that looks like a shoe. Don’t confuse the dog, by giving him too many toys, this makes the dog misled and confused.

The dog likes to gather attention by biting, pulling clothes and chewing… A grown dog is harder to train than a pup. Therefore, if you can, start training the dog at the earilest age possible to prevent them from having behavioural problems. There is patience involved in training an adult dog.

Reward the dog for good behavior. This is one of the most important things in dog training. This helps boost the procedure and culture of your dogs good habits. The dog is more likely to obey instrucions appropriately. This causes a amiable relationship between dog owners and their dogs.

Most dog trainers feel that positive reinforcement training is the best way to train a dog. Positive reinforcement training is a better process to train the dog. However, it is a slow process. During the training, take care to scold the dog less. This leads to negative feelings in the dog.  However, penalize the dog. It does not mean to punish. In case of misbehaving, a leash jerk or ignoring the dog is enough to make the dog guilty.

It is a good idea to do some research on the breed, unique characteristics of the dog. There are different types of dogs and they all have different types of characteristics. This means of course that they also behave differently in similar situations.

Always be regular and maintain a routine of the training. This makes the dog more efficient. Dogs are attentive for a short span of time. Hence, keep the training short and simple. The most basic comands are sit, stand and come. So, this means you should use “sit” for the dog to sit and never use “sit down”, because this leaves the dog confused.

Another method used in dog obedience training is the clinker method. This is also one known as operating conditioning. This devide creates a sound when pressed. This means only use this method where there is minimal distractions and in guarded places.

Call out the dog’s name. When the dog responds, click and give it a treat. Repeat this process over and over. This trains the dog to associate the click or sound with a good feeling.

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