Archive for October, 2008

Would training for service dog be tax deductible?

Friday, October 31st, 2008

Hello my wife is deaf and partially blind we are forking out almost 5k on service dog training. Does anyone know or can reference anywhere I can find out if this would be tax deductible? Also does anyone know if Hearing aides are tax deductible?Adan

Pet-safe yard and park Remote Trainer or Innotek UltraSmart Micro Remote Dog Training Collar?

Friday, October 31st, 2008

I am considering purchasing a remote training collar for my dog. Mostly to teach her to come on command, even when she's distracted. If you have had experience with either of these two particular brands, please leave me some feed back Thanks!Voncile

Trying to raise money for an assistant dog training facility/rescue organization.Any Ideas?

Friday, October 31st, 2008

My father currently trains assistant dogs for the physically disabled out of his home for free. We are in desperate need of a facility- so I am looking for ideas of how to raise money and how to get our organization known. Any ideas will be helpful.Roxie

Dog training- Correct or Ignore?

Friday, October 31st, 2008

When our dog is barking in her crate at night is it best to ignore her completely or correct her? We've heard both. Also, we were wondering about when she gets overly excited and looses control (ie: when I get home she almost looses her mind if I ignore her ...

Does anyone know where you can take a dog training course specializing in K9 or Schutzhund training?

Friday, October 31st, 2008

I planned to go to Triple Crown but you have to go through like three steps to get to the K9 training. I have some experience already, do they count that?? Also this is geared toward after I complete police officer training...Fae

What do you think is wrong about this type of dog training?

Thursday, October 30th, 2008

So these people are trying to potty train this older dog they found. First they always keep her food and water down. Almost always give her treats when she comes back inside even if she hasn't gone to the bathroom yet. There gone half the day with her stuck inside the house ...

What should I name my dog training/grooming buisness?

Thursday, October 30th, 2008

It's going to be dog training, dog cat grooming, pet boarding, animal rescuing, as well as fish and birds for sale. I want something catchy and unique (not cheesy or childish) and with my name in it, like Renee_________, etc. The best name will get the 10 points!Ardelia

When you can start your dog training?

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

My girlfriend and I are getting two australian shepherd puppies. They will be about 7-10 weeks old and I was wondering how long I would have to wait to start giving them commands to learn like sit, stay, stand etc?Olene

where can i find dog training schools in michigan?

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

my 4 month old dog chews on things, pees in the house, poops in the house, BITES PEOPLE, shes just plain horrible. where are the schools?Chantelle

Dog Training - The wisdom of allowing a dog to play rough. Recommended or not?

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

I have a dog and I'm not really sure of the breed, but I think she's a bird dog. She's a great dog with me, my wife and our 3 kids. I enjoy playing rough with her. We wrestle on the ground and she will growl very loudly and wrestle back. ...