Low and high stimulus threshold in dogs: what does it mean? In connection with dogs, there is often talk of stimulus threshold. But what exactly does this term mean? We clarify. The stimulus threshold says something about the psychological resilience of the dog and about when a four-legged friend reacts to a stimulus coming from …
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Does the second dog move in? What to do in case of jealousy? If a second dog moves in, jealousy can arise: If the hierarchy between two dogs is not clarified, living together in the pack becomes difficult. The minor incidents can now cause the animals to quarrel. This can be dangerous for both. A …
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How your dog learns to do the manikin Male-making is probably one of the sweetest tricks that can be taught to a dog. But how do you get your beloved four-legged friend to stand on his hind legs on command? If you want to teach your dog to stand on his hind legs, you should, …
Riding a bike with a dog: what to watch out for Riding a bike with your dog will keep you, and your dog fit in the long run. But be careful: If you don’t follow a few tips beforehand, you’ll quickly come home with abrasions, but without your dog. Cycling is enjoyable when you can …
Is the dog stubborn? Educate four-legged “stubborn If a dog does not obey, it is quickly called “stubborn.” However, this is a misunderstanding because the four-legged friends do not simply behave stubbornly to annoy their master or mistress. As a rule, something went wrong during training, so that your furry nose merely has not yet …
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Praising dogs properly: That’s the way to go By praise or a reward dogs can be educated and trained very well. It is important that you praise your four-legged friend correctly, because: Too much or wrong praise can quickly have a negative effect. Here you will learn what is important when praising and what you …
Four vital commands for your dog You and the four-legged friend should be fine when you live with a dog. For this, your pelt-nose must listen to your commands. On the one hand, this is important so that living together with other people and animals goes smoothly and there are no constant problems. The other …
Dog training: useless rules you should avoid When it comes to dog training, some rules circulate that is now considered outdated. For example, consistency and authority are often confused with force, and rewards and a calm tone are dismissed as effeminate. We have collected some typical dog training myths for you – and explained how …
Pavlov’s dog and classical conditioning The so-called Pavlov’s dog stands for an experiment with which the famous natural scientist Ivan Petrovich Pavlov proved the phenomenon of classical conditioning. The Russian professor Ivan Petrovich Pavlov (born on 14.09.1849 and died on 27.02.1936) received the Nobel Prize in 1904 for the elucidation of digestive processes and was …
