DISAPPOINTING

It was indeed a disappointment to me because the war dog show was called off due to the rain...What a waste...But the good thing is at least I did get a chance to talk to the soldier (also the dog trainer) and he provided me some pretty valuable information about how the army is training dogs. Basically they do not really have a system or guideline for how the dog training should be carried out. Rather, when they are assigned to train a dog, they would design particular training lessons for the dog as every dog needs to have different skills. Generally, they use Rottweiler dogs as sentry because the dog is big and fierce enough to scare people off...As for detection job, the army uses SPRINGER. According to the guy, the dog could actually detect bombs, guns, and even drugs (Amazing!!)

Well, what else could I say? DOGS are indeed man's best friend. Personally, I love dog because they would just look you in the eyes and listen to whatever things you have to say about. I have shared many problems with my dogs and sometimes I even think the bond between me and my dog is so strong that I actually take him as part of my family...

Dog Training Lesson 11 : "Fetch me the newspaper."

Many of us view dogs as pets...merely pet...But do we realize that these amazing animals can actually be more than a pet? We have seen dogs performing rescue operation, bomb detection as well as drug detection --- which then made them theENEMY of the villains. However, for normal people like us, we do not need our dog to be a superhero or become BOLT.

But we could always train our dog to perform simple task such as fetching the newspaper in the morning or even bring us the sandals whenever we walk in to the house after a tiring day.


So here comes the dog training training lesson for fetching stuff:

1. Start by using a ball, small one such as the tennis ball is an ideal choice. Then move the ball several times in front of your dog to make him aware.
2. Throw the ball to a distance away (NOT SO FAR for the first time) and point to the ball and say "FETCH".

Usually your dog would react by running for the ball then bite it, BUT do not return the ball to you. At this point what you should do is simply ask him to come and ask for the ball from him.

Be aware: Some dogs might get rather aggressive because he would think that you are trying to take away something which belongs to him. Should this happen, make sure that you DO NOT attempt to forcefully take the ball away from him. Wait for awhile and repeat the dog training lesson until your dog understand what is your intention.

However, keep in mind that dogs have different talent and most of these talents are inherited such that ST BERNARD DOGS are meant mostly for rescue job (during the old days where they would use the dogs to save people trap in the snow). So if your dog do not respond well to the dog training, it doesn't mean that he is stupid or being defiant, he just needs more practice.

After you have succeeded for several times, this time you could change to other objects and increase the distance of every throw.

GOOD LUCK dog lovers for this dog training lesson!!

p/s: Watch out for short clips on demonstration of work dog ...COMING SOON...

Dog Training Lesson 10 : Turn Left?Turn Right?

Very often, when we bring our beloved dog out for an evening walk, we would come to a place where we need to make a turn...It doesn't matter whether it's a right turn or a left turn.

But, the point is, what usually happen is that the owner would have to JERK or PULL his/her dog to accomplish a simple task. Let's face it that dogs are animals who LOVE TO WALK IN A STRAIGHT LINE. So, if you were to ask you dog to make a turn, he needs some training.

So, to all of you dog lovers, I personally understand what it feels like having to pull your dog everytime you come to a corner...HEART-BROKEN...So here goes the simple dog training of TURNING.

1. Take your dog to a walk preferably during night time where there would be less distration.
2. When you come to a corner, slow down and at the same time call out the name of your dog. (This would make him aware and be ready to perform a task).
3. Take small steps and turn either to your left or right. (ATTENTION : For the first time it's always better to turn to the side of your dog. Meaning if he is standing on the RIGHT hand side, then turn to the right).
4. If your dog keep walking straight on, gently pull him to stop him. But again remember NO JERKING!!!This would hurt your dog.
5. Finally, if your dog successfully complete the dog training lesson of turning, PRIASE HIM.

Word of remind : Repeat the dog training lesson several times because it would
help your dog familiarize with what he should do whenever you
slow down during a walk.

Life lessons learned from a dog

1. If you stare at someone long enough, eventually you'll get what you want. (I like this one)

2. Don't go out without ID.

3. Be direct with people; let them know exactly how you feel by pissing on their shoes.

4. Be aware of when to hold your tongue, and when to use it.

5. Leave room in your schedule for a good nap.

6. Always give people a friendly greeting. A cold nose in the crotch is most effective.

7. When you do something wrong, always take responsibility (as soon as you're dragged shamefully out from under the bed).

8. If it's not wet and sloppy, it's not a real kiss.

some jokes about dogs

Q: Why do dogs bury bones in the ground?
A: Because you can't bury them in trees!

Q: Why did the poor dog chase his own tail?
A: He was trying to make both ends meet!

Q: What do you get if you cross a sheepdog with a rose?
A: A collie-flower!

Q: Why do dogs wag their tails?
A: "Because no one else will do it for them!"

Q: Why didn't the dog speak to his foot?
A: Because it's not polite to talk back to your paw!

Q: What did the cowboy say when the bear ate Lassie?
A: "Well, doggone!"

Q: What happened when the dog went to the flea circus?
A: He stole the show!

Q: How can you know if you have a stupid dog?
A: It chases parked cars!