Do-It-Yourself Dog Training

Insider's Guide To The Basset Hound - Do-It-Yourself Dog Training Do-It-Yourself Dog Training Published By Sharda Baker © 2007 - 2011 www.mybassethoundguide.com Insider's Guide To The Basset Hound - Do-It-Yourself Dog Training All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, mechanical or electronic, including photocopying and recording, or by information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the publisher. Requests for permission or further information should be addressed to; Sharda Baker www.mybassethoundguide.com Contact us at; http://www.asksharda.com/support/ Legal Notices While all attempts have been made to verify information provided in this publication, neither the author nor the publisher assumes any responsibility for errors, omissions or contrary interpretation of the subject matter herein. The publisher and author assume no responsibility or liability whatsoever on the behalf of any purchaser or reader of the material provided. © 2007 - 2011 www.mybassethoundguide.com Insider's Guide To The Basset Hound - Do-It-Yourself Dog Training Table of Contents Introduction......................................................................................................................... 9 The Benefits of Training............................................................................................... 10 There are five main benefits of training:................................................................... 10 Your Dog’s Name......................................................................................................... 13 Preparing Yourself for Training.................................................................................... 14 Five Traits for Training:............................................................................................ 14 About this E-book......................................................................................................... 16 Chapter 1 – Dog Psychology ............................................................................................ 17 The Basics of Dog Psychology..................................................................................... 18 A Wolf Descendant................................................................................................... 18 Wolf Instincts............................................................................................................ 18 Part of the Pack - The Hierarchal System................................................................. 18 Establishing the Alpha Role...................................................................................... 19 Jealousy..................................................................................................................... 20 Your Dog’s Memory..................................................................................................... 20 Puppy Development Stages & Socialization ................................................................ 21 Birth to 12 Days / Neonatal Period........................................................................... 21 13 Days to 20 Days / Transition Period .................................................................... 22 3 Weeks to 4 Weeks / Awareness Period.................................................................. 23 3 Weeks to 7 Weeks / Canine Socialization Period.................................................. 23 7 Weeks to 12 Weeks / Human Socialization Period ............................................... 23 8 Weeks to 11 Weeks / Fear Impact Period.............................................................. 24 13 Weeks to 16 Weeks / Seniority Classification Period ......................................... 24 4 Months to 8 Months / Flight Instinct Period.......................................................... 25 6 Months to 14 Months / Second Fear Impact Period .............................................. 25 1 Year to 4 Years / Maturity ..................................................................................... 25 Socialization.............................................................................................................. 26 Conclusion of Chapter 1 ............................................................................................... 26 Chapter 2 – Learning about Dog Breeds........................................................................... 27 Working Dogs............................................................................................................... 28 Terriers.......................................................................................................................... 29 Hunting Dogs................................................................................................................ 30 Companion Dogs .......................................................................................................... 31 Toys............................................................................................................................... 32 Greyhounds................................................................................................................... 32 Conclusion of Chapter 2 ............................................................................................... 33 Chapter 3 – Choosing a Dog............................................................................................. 34 Why Do You Want a Puppy?........................................................................................ 35 Things to Consider Before Buying a Puppy ................................................................. 36 Your Lifestyle ........................................................................................................... 36 Your Family.............................................................................................................. 36 © 2007 - 2011 www.mybassethoundguide.com 3 Insider's Guide To The Basset Hound - Do-It-Yourself Dog Training Your Personality ....................................................................................................... 37 Your Home................................................................................................................ 37 Your Neighbors......................................................................................................... 38 Your Neighborhood .................................................................................................. 38 Your Health............................................................................................................... 38 Your Budget.............................................................................................................. 39 Your Schedule........................................................................................................... 40 Your Climate............................................................................................................. 40 More Questions to Ask Yourself Before Getting a Puppy ........................................... 41 Will my living situation change soon?...................................................................... 41 Will I be moving anytime soon?............................................................................... 41 What size of dog do I want? ..................................................................................... 41 What personality of dog do I want? .......................................................................... 42 How much time am I willing to exercise the puppy? ............................................... 42 How much time am I willing to groom the puppy? .................................................. 44 What breed should I get? .......................................................................................... 45 Where to Buy Your Puppy?.......................................................................................... 45 An Animal Shelter .................................................................................................... 45 A Pet Store ................................................................................................................ 46 A Reputable Breeder................................................................................................. 47 Amateur Breeder....................................................................................................... 48 A Non-Reputable Breeder......................................................................................... 49 Questions to Ask a Breeder........................................................................................... 49 Physical Check.............................................................................................................. 50 What if You Made the Wrong Choice? ........................................................................ 51 Conclusion of Chapter 3 ............................................................................................... 51 Chapter 4 – Bringing Your Puppy Home ......................................................................... 52 When to Bring Your Puppy Home................................................................................ 53 The Appropriate Age ................................................................................................ 53 The Appropriate Time..............................................................................................

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