Dog Clicker Training - Basics

Facts About Dog Adoption (2) - The Process for your family and you've found a dog adoption centre. You may even have talked to them. What comes next?

, they will need to ask a number of questions so they can learn about you, your family, your lifestyle and your needs. So be prepared, answer honestly - and don't take offence.

Here are some of the types of questions you may find yourself being asked, either in person or in writing.

* Do you have any prior experience of re-homing a dog / what type / how long for / where was it from?
* What do you know about this particular breed?
* How much exercise do you think a dog like this will need, and do you have the time and energy to devote to it?
* Are you or a member of your family at home during the day?
* For about how long will the dog be left alone?
* Where will the dog live / will he or she be allowed in your house / are there any parts of your house the dog will not be allowed?
* Do you have a fenced garden area?
* Do you have children / how old are they / are they used to dogs?
* Do you have other pets?
* How often do you intend to take your dog to your vet?

e garden 'manicured' and, if so, do you understand that some breeds can dig - not necessarily where you want them to?
* Where will the dog sleep / be fed? It's important dogs have their own space, and know where it is.

you're taking is used to children and never, ever leave a child alone with a dog.

at need homes, just the same as other pets that have been abandoned. Domesticated potbellied pigs: means that they can be trained to do nearly the same things as dogs and cats can be trained to do, and they can be housebroken.

er when it is time to go outside to use the bathroom.

They can be trained to pick up things, retrieve things, and bring things to their owner.

They can be trained to open doors, if the owner wishes them to learn this.

The best way to train the potbellied pig is by using treats every time he or she does a task to trick the way they have been shown how to do it.

The best way to train your potbellied pig to urinate in a litter box, or other designated area, is to set up his or her water bowl next to that area. This may sound odd or funny, but there is logic to this way of thinking. Pigs will usually use the bathroom while they are drinking water. This is good to know ahead of time.

Caring for the potbellied pig

Treat this household pet just like the other pets in the home. Allow some outdoor time for this pet to go out and exercise, just as other pets do. The pig will have to have some maintenance on his or her hooves every 2-3 years, such as trimming. The local Veterinarian will be able to offer more information on medical and other care that may be needed. Pigs can get deer and wood ticks on them, just as other pets can. It is usually deer ticks that will be found. Ask the local Veterinarian about this, as well. If the pig is going to have his or her chances at a healthy life and long life, it is a good idea to have him or her vaccinated for whatever is necessary, and stay caught up with the shots.

Potbellied pigs love to be outside and they love to have dirt to dig into, especially if they can find some plants to eat when they dig. Of course, if someone lives where snow will be on the ground during the winter time, the pig will adapt to the change and await the spring time. Keep in mind, though, that this pet will dig up parts of the yard. It might be a good idea to have a little pen in an area where it is okay to dig, like out back where no one else can see the dug up yard.;)

Believe this or not, but potbellied pigs do not require that much care. Keep in mind that their eyes are not that great, so fast movements can startle them.

hand a tiny piece of food. After a couple of goes at this repeat the step but when he sits click and say 'sit', while handing a piece of food. Repeat this a few more times. Now, try calling 'sit' first. Wait, do not continue calling this, just wait until the dog sits. As it does, click and give a bit of treat. It may take longer to get this right so give it a few goes. You will notice that your dog will begin to sit more immediately after the command. When it sits straight after you calling the command, stop rewarding with food every time. Keeping the food random (but the click consistent) makes sure it is working for the click not the food and in essence the approval of you rather than food. As the dog gets more and more confident with the command 'sit' you can give food less and less.

Using this basic method you can teach other tricks and commands, such as 'come', 'stay', 'heel' and 'paw'.


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