DOG TRAINING

Dog Beach Training

admin — Sun, 11 May 2008 16:25:37 +0000

Kristin Zimmerman from our Sit Means Sit dog training South Jersey location, is seen here with her dog Xanya, doing some training at the beach.

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Dog Aggression demonstration

admin — Wed, 07 May 2008 17:27:45 +0000

Dave Skoletsky from our Denver Dog Trainers school, does a demonstration here with someone that soons becomes a Sit Means Sit client. The Sit Means Sit school in Denver is located at a Veterinarian clinic in Denver Colorado, and there is some footage of the clinic in this clip. Sit Means Sit dog training will truly change both the life of the owner, and the life of the dog as is seen in this video. Would you like to have life changing experiences like these?? Then become a Sit Means Sit Dog trainer!

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Protection dog training near dogs and people

admin — Mon, 05 May 2008 14:56:28 +0000

Ashton Fitzgerald and Dave Skoletsky from the Sit Means Sit dog training schools in Las Vegas Nevada and Denver Colorado, show some protection dog training in a crowd of people at Rolex Kentucky 2008. Being able to show desire and control is what Sit Means Sit dog training is all about. Control and desire in protection is really no different than having control and desire with your dog in any other venue. It is just having the know how, and ability to do it. Sit Means Sit dog training can give you an exciting dog training career with their dog training schools for dog trainers.

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FUNNY DOG TRAINING VIDEO | FRANK THE TANK

admin — Sat, 03 May 2008 02:31:23 +0000

Protection Training at it's best!!! Members of Sit Means Sit dog training have fun with 'Tank', the Labrador Retriever owned by Lianne Hassen. This crowd show-stopping performance was at the Rolex 3 day event 2008, where Sit Means Sit was one of the Corporate sponsors. Sit Means Sit dog trainers, and their dog training schools promote excellent obedience while still having fun with your dog, and the people watching you.

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Police K-9 Training, it can get difficult out there.

admin — Fri, 02 May 2008 23:43:01 +0000

Things can get pretty wild out there on the streets for Police officers, K-9 handlers and their dogs. This story is a good example of how I guess they never know exactly who they are pulling over. Our own Sgt. Jerry Turning from our Sit Means Sit Central New Jersey location, and his 2 year old dog 'Franco' were actually involved in this bit of mayhem. Here is the article.

Car chase nabs wanted convict BY MICHELLE SAHN • MAY 2, 2008

TINTON FALLS — Patrolman Michael Delucia was on routine patrol when he spotted a aqua-colored Pontiac with a rejected inspection sticker on Route 33 Thursday afternoon, police said.

So the patrolman activated his lights and sirens and pulled the driver over. But when he made that stop, the patrolman did not know the driver had just been released from state prison in December, had also served time in federal prison for bank robbery and was wanted by federal authorities on an outstanding warrant.

The patrolman did not know the driver had a gun in the car and was wearing two sets of clothes, a skull cap with fake hair or pancake make-up, police said.

And he did not know that the driver planned to speed away as soon as he got out of his patrol car, authorities said. What began as a routine stop turned into a chase that involved two crashes and an attempted carjacking, police said. It ended on Jumping Brook Road in Tinton Falls, when police subdued the driver after he punched a police dog, swung at a police sergeant and tried to grab a patrolman's gun, authorities said.

Anthony E. Montgomery, 36, of Marsha Drive, Neptune, was charged Thursday afternoon with attempted carjacking, unlawful possession of a weapon, certain persons not to have a weapon, possession of hollow point bullets, eluding, resisting arrest and aggravated assault on a police officer. Police said they suspect Montgomery was planning to commit a robbery, but was foiled when the patrolman pulled him over. "They did a nice job," said Capt. David Trevena. "They got a very dangerous person off the street."

Around 12:08 p.m., Patrolman Michael Delucia stopped the Grand Am Montgomery was driving on Route 33 east. But Montgomery then sped away, down Route 33 onto Jumping Brook Road and Route 66, said Trevena. That's when officers called off the pursuit, but they continued to follow the vehicle at a safe distance, he said. They lost sight of him, but then another motorist told them about an erratic driver who had just turned onto Asbury Avenue, the captain said. Police spotted the car near the reclamation center and began to pursue him again, Trevena said. At the intersection of Green Grove Road, Montgomery made a U-turn in the middle of the intersection and struck another vehicle, said the captain. That driver suffered a minor head injury and a baby in that vehicle was not hurt, he said. Meanwhile, Montgomery continued westbound on Asbury Avenue, then turned onto Essex Road, and then onto Jumping Brook Road, police said. He threw a gun out of the Pontiac, lost control of the car, hit a curb, traveled across the road, struck another curb and then hit trees, said Trevena. Police said they later determined that before they arrived at the scene, he tried to carjack two drivers, but both of those motorists drove off. When officers pulled up, Montgomery was trying to pull a man off of a motorcycle, police said.

Then he tried to run from the officers, but K9 Unit Sgt. Gerald Turning Jr. released his dog, Franco, said Trevena. Franco lunged at Montgomery, but he punched the dog, knocking the animal to the ground, the captain said. Turning drew his gun and told Montgomery to drop to the ground, but the Neptune man swung at the sergeant, police said. Delucia tackled the 36-year-old, and Montgomery grabbed for the patrolman's gun, but the dog then bit Montgomery, who continued to fight with the officers as they handcuffed him, said the captain. Montgomery was wearing pancake makeup and a skull cap with fake, long hair attached to the back, said Trevena. The Neptune man was wearing two pairs of pants, and a sweatshirt with another shirt underneath, police said. The license plates on the Grand Am had been stolen in Asbury Park, but one of the letters was altered with black electrical tape, police said. Police said they found a 9 mm loaded clip in the vehicle, and they found a 9 mm gun nearby. There was an active U.S. Marshals Service warrant for Montgomery's arrest. Montgomery was being held at the Monmouth County Jail, Freehold Township, in lieu of $860,000 bail.

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DISTRACT THE DOG AND WIN A PRIZE!

admin — Fri, 02 May 2008 14:01:11 +0000

Lianne Hassen, Ashton Fitz-Gerald and Dave Skoletsky bring their dogs through the crowd at Rolex 2008 Kentucky for a tough challenge. This challenge was all in fun and if one of the spectators Distracts 'Tank', 'Pharoah' or 'Beck', they got to win a 'Sit Means Sit' Dog Training prize of a T-shirt or gift certificate. Kids and adults both had fun with this. This Rolex 3 day event brought people from literally all over the world, and Sit Means Sit dog training did some entertaining of the people. Sit Means Sit dog training is the largest U.S. based dog training company in the history of the United States, and has locations all over the U.S. and abroad. Sit Means Sit trainers come through the Dog Training Schools of Sit Means Sit that are located in Denver Colorado, and Las Vegas Nevada, and go on to open their own Sit Means Sit dog training businesses and begin a fantastic career. Sit Means Sit always shows the quality of the product that they have by showing their dog's training

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Dog Training video from Rolex 3 day event.

admin — Fri, 02 May 2008 06:06:25 +0000

Sit Means Sit dog training was one of the corporate sponsors for the ROLEX KENTUCKY 2008 3 day event. Thousands of spectators flocked to this marvelous event, and Sit Means Sit dog training did their part to entertain many people at this Lexington Kentucky show. This dog training and horse video clip shows some excerpts of Sit Means Sit, and the horses strutting their stuff. With Sit Means Sit dog training being the largest U.S.A. based dog training company in the history of the United States, and a long with events like these, make it easy for Sit Means Sit dog trainers to have lots of exposure both Nationally and Internationally as well. The Rolex show is also an NBC televised sporting event, and is the only 4 star, 3 day event held in America.

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Our Dog Training Schools - Become a professional

admin — Thu, 01 May 2008 15:31:09 +0000

Become a dog trainer with the Largest U.S. based dog training company in the history of the United States! http://www.sitmeanssit.com Sit Means Sit dog training schools are located in Las Vegas Nevada, and Denver Colorado. Our dog trainers schools realize that the product that is getting out to the consumer is the dog training itself, so Sit Means Sit dog trainers like to show what the Sit Means Sit dog training methodology can do for you and your dog. We love to take our dogs with us wherever we go. In this dog training video, you see Sit Means Sit Dog Trainers performing at the Colorado Pet Expo in Denver Colorado. Become a Sit Means Sit dog trainer today!

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Speed retrieve competition

admin — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:02:40 +0000

Lots of fun watching Sit Means Sit dog training's Toni Drugmand and little 'Stuff' doing the speed retrieve competition during the dock dogs competition at the Colorado Pet Expo. Stuff was a big crowd pleaser.

Want to become a dog trainer, and own your own Sit Means Sit dog training business?

Looking for our Sit Means Sit dog training collar? One of our Instructional Dog Training Videos? or any other fun stuff from our Store?

Looking for the Sit Means Sit closest dog training location to you to get your free demonstration?

Or are you just looking to watch more FREE exciting dog training videos?

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Dock Diving with Sit Means Sit Dog Trainer

admin — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 05:44:13 +0000

Lianne Hassen is seen here making it to the finals in the very first dock diving competition that she ever competes in at a Denver show. Dock diving is a fun sport and the crowds love it. Lianne is seen here competing with 'Tank'. People who do this sport much more seriously have all the footwork down, and can put quite a bit more distance on their jumps with practice. You can see in this video that Tank takes off well before the end of the ramp which costs him a good bit of distance. It was all fun for Lianne and Tank though, and having versatile dogs that have a lot of fun is what Sit Means Sit dog training is all about!

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My Dog Has Fleas!

admin — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 03:51:04 +0000

Fleas are a problem for dogs and their owners alike. These tiny insects will live on the body of your dog, sucking the animal’s blood and laying eggs. The bites and presence of fleas will cause the dog to itch and if the dog happens to be allergic to fleas (the allergy is technically to the insects’ saliva) it can experience extreme itching, loss of fur in some places, inflammation, and infections. Regardless of whether the dog has an allergy to flea saliva, infestations must be dealt with or they will go on and on and the fleas will also infest your home, other pets, and can even live on humans. In short; you can be directly and adversely affected by an uncontrolled flea infestation.

Detecting Fleas

If you suspect that your dog has fleas because it’s been scratching more than usual, there are ways to check for their presence. Fleas are very small (about an eighth of an inch long), but visible to the naked eye, and brownish in color. Because they prefer dark places they will try to hide beneath the dog’s fur, under the collar, or on the underbelly. Their fecal material can also be seen on the dog’s coat and looks like multiple black flecks or specks – almost like pepper. If fleas or their droppings are found it is time to treat your dog to get rid of them.

Treating Your Dog for Fleas

While flea collars, powders, and sprays may help to prevent infestations to some extent, they will not help if the dog is already infested. When fleas are infesting a dog the female lays eggs at a rate of about thirty per day. These eggs fall off the dog and into the carpet, soil, or wherever the dog may be. In these areas they hatch and pupate, eventually growing into adult fleas which can then re-infest the dog. In order to halt the cycle all the fleas on the dog and in the environment must be killed or the life cycle must be interrupted.

There are several flea treatments available for dogs, but one of the best is an oral medication that will not kill adult fleas, but does kill the eggs and larva. This interrupts the flea life cycle and prevents them from coming back, as long as the dog is not continually exposed to new fleas. If that is happening, the source must be cleaned of fleas whether it is the carpet, the environment, or other dogs with which your pet associates.

Fleas can be a real nuisance for dogs and their owners, but catching them and treating the dog quickly is the key to eliminating the infestation and preventing the insects’ return.

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Soft or Hard Dog Food – Which is Best?

admin — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 03:50:05 +0000

Sometimes dog owners are faced with a dilemma regarding what type pf dog food to provide their dogs. Dogs themselves tend to prefer the moist, canned types of food. They are more aromatic and naturally tempting to the dog’s palate than the dry kibble that comes in a bag. A dog’s dental health, however, relies on the dog being able to chew hard and crunchy items and dry kibble foods serve this purpose well. What’s an owner to do?

Some owners make a two pronged approach when selecting dog food for their furry friends. They will mix a portion of dry food with canned, effectively giving their dog the “best of both worlds.” If you are feeding canned food to your dog, you’ll definitely want to supplement it in some way with something that the dog can chew and crunch. Chew toys and dog biscuits or treats can help to serve this purpose.

Remember that a dog’s health depends greatly on the nutritional value of its food. A dog is only as healthy as the food that it eats, in many respects. The food you buy for your dog should meet its nutritional needs as best as possible, whether it is dry or moist. Unfortunately when it comes to dog food you get what you pay for. Store brands and generics tend to be made with cheaper ingredients and lots of fillers. They’ll feed your dog, but they may not be the best choices for it. The more expensive brands like Science Diet and Eukanuba which advertise that they are “specially formulated” really, to a certain extent, are. They will have higher quality ingredients and are better suited to meet your dog’s needs.

Truly, as long as you are providing a good method for your dog to work out its choppers on a regular basis, it doesn’t matter whether you’re using dry food or moist. During regular veterinary checkups your vet will examine the dog’s teeth and will warn you if there’s any issue that needs to be corrected by providing a different type of food or some dietary supplement.

The reason that dogs need to be able to chew on hard materials is twofold. It strengthens their teeth and works out the muscles of their jaw, keeping the teeth strong and the jaws powerful. It also provides a form of dental care. Owners should brush their dogs’ teeth at least twice a week. If this is not possible, however, crunchy foods like kibble and biscuits act as a sort of natural toothbrush for the dog, loosening plaque and tartar and cleaning the teeth.

Choosing the right food for your dog is important, both for the pooch’s nutritional needs and its good dental health. If you prefer to provide your dog the tastier soft, moist foods that come in a can that’s fine, just make sure you’re also providing something for Rover to really sink his teeth into.

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Flying With Your Dog

admin — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 03:49:06 +0000

There are many requirements that a pet owner must meet before traveling by air with a dog. While specific regulations will vary by airline, most airlines work with the same general rules when it comes to flying dogs.

Dogs Cannot Fly Alone

Every airline that was researched for this article has a rule against flying unaccompanied dogs from one point to another. Understand that dogs are considered to be cargo to the airline. You can’t send your luggage to a city somewhere across the country without going with it (only the airline can do that – insert rim shot here) and you can’t send your dog. Unaccompanied dogs must be transported by a licensed and approved pet transportation company.

Clean Bill of Health

All airlines require that a dog that will be flying with you receive a full physical examination and be tested for various diseases (most commonly rabies) before they’ll be allowed to fly. Usually the airline will require that the exam certificate be dated within a certain amount of time before the date of the flight, so the exam you had your dog undergo two years ago will not suffice for a flight you intend to take next week.

Weather Related Restrictions

The cargo hold on an airplane can become very hot. Because of this fact there are restrictions on what times of the year dogs may travel to and from certain cities. Most airlines will also enforce specifically weather and temperature related restrictions. For example, if the temperature in the arrival or departure city exceeds eighty or eighty five degrees Fahrenheit, pets will not be permitted on the plane.

Pets in the Cabin

Many airlines are now permitting the transport of pets in the cabin of the plane, provided they can fit into the in-cabin kennel cage (22” long by 9” high on most airlines). The cost for this service also varies by airline but is under $100.00 in most cases. This is a considerable improvement compared to the pets transported in the cargo hold which many consider an unsafe practice and which can cost more than $300.00 in some cases.

International Flights

The customs laws of many nations restrict the passage of dogs and other pets over their borders. Airlines must comply with these laws and in many cases your dog will not be able to join you on an international flight at all.

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Kennel Cough in Dogs

admin — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 03:47:43 +0000

The condition commonly known as “Kennel Cough” is one of the most prevalent infectious diseases that dogs can contract. The disease is not serious in most cases, however, and often resolves itself after one to two weeks. The accepted medical term for kennel cough is tracheobronchitis, indicating a form of bronchitis that affects the dog’s trachea.

Kennel cough can be caused by several airborne bacteria and viruses. It is generally accepted that most cases of kennel cough are caused by the bacteria Bordetella bronchiseptica but it has also been associated with the canine distemper virus (CDV) and canine parainfluenza. It is the general consensus of the veterinary medical community that in order to cause the illness, an animal must be virtually bombarded by multiple versions of these pathogens at one time. For this reason it is dogs that spend a lot of time around other dogs that are most at risk for the disease. Dogs that participate in dog shows or spend a lot of time in kennels are the highest risks for kennel cough.

The primary symptom of kennel cough is a dry, spasmodic cough which is caused by the inflammation of the dog’s trachea and bronchi. Coughing spells will often result in the dog coughing up a white and foamy discharge. Some dogs will also develop conjunctivitis – an inflammation of the membrane that lines the eyelids. Nasal discharge may also be present. In effect, the dog appears to have a very nasty cold or flu. As stated above, the disease is rarely serious and almost never life-threatening. Still, if you have seen any of these symptoms or have reason to believe that your dog has or has been exposed to kennel cough, you should consult your vet immediately.

Your vet will be able to diagnose kennel cough with a physical examination and medical history. The cough associated with the ailment is very characteristic and a simple massage of the dog’s throat can usually cause it to cough on cue. In some cases, such as if the dog is depressed or feverish or expelling a yellow or green discharge, the doctor may require additional diagnostic tests such as a complete blood count (CBC) and laboratory testing of microorganisms in the dog’s airway. These tests will help the doctor rule out other infectious diseases such as influenza, pneumonia, or canine distemper.

Immunization can help prevent kennel cough and is recommended. When kenneling your dog or traveling it may be required before your dog will be admitted. Effective immunization can be difficult, however, because the disease can be caused by so many different pathogens. Active prevention on your part can be accomplished by not allowing your dog’s toys or water and food bowls to be accessed by unfamiliar dogs. If participating in dog shows make sure that the area is well ventilated to assist with the expulsion of airborne pathogens.

Kennel cough is treated with antibiotics in most cases. Antibiotics will help prevent any secondary illnesses from developing while the dog gets over its case of kennel cough.

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Dental Care for Dogs

admin — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 03:46:43 +0000

Some people don’t realize that dental hygiene is as important for dogs as it is for human beings. Just like in people, dogs’ teeth can gather plaque after eating. When plaque builds up and hardens it becomes a coarse brown substance called tartar. As tartar accumulates it can work its way under the gums and cause painful infections and gum disease. This goes on in the mouths of dogs just like it does in people. You brush your teeth every day, probably three times. What does your dog do?

Teeth Brushing for Doggies

Veterinarians recommend that dog owners brush their dog’s teeth at least twice a week to keep the buildup of tartar at a minimum. Most pet supply stores carry specially designed toothbrushes and toothpaste just for dogs. Remember that a dog’s sense of taste and smell is far more acute than that of a human and the zesty, tingly, mint taste of toothpastes for people will be extremely awful to a dog. Try brushing Rover’s teeth with Crest just once and it will likely be the last time he lets you anywhere near him with a toothbrush. Use the specially designed doggie toothpaste.

Dental Chew

Some people don’t have the time or patience to brush their dogs’ teeth on a regular basis. If you’re one of these, you’ll want to care for Chopper’s choppers in another way. A dog’s natural tendency to chew is a built-in dental care mechanism. Dog biscuits break into small chunks when chewed and rub against the teeth, providing a cleaning service. There’s no substitute for brushing your dog’s teeth, but if you can’t do that, make sure he gets some sort of crunchy dog biscuit on a regular basis.

Mouth Diseases in Dogs

Dogs that do not receive proper dental care and do not have access to crunchy teeth cleaning foods run the risk of several types of mouth disease. These can be as mild as gingivitis (a gum disease that results in swollen, inflamed gums) and as serious as a bacterial infection that can spread through the dog’s bloodstream causing damage to vital organs. You owe it to yourself and your dog to take care of his teeth.

Doggie Dentistry

Dental services are available for dogs, just like they are for people. A dog’s teeth can be filled, capped, and extracted if necessary, just like a human’s. The best course of action, however, is to avoid the need for such services by properly caring for your dog’s teeth. If you can avoid unnecessary pain and discomfort for your furry friend, you should do so. Preventative doggie dental care can save you money as well. Doggie dental procedures can be quite costly.

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