DIGGING CAN BE DANGEROUS Ruined landscaping, escape attempts, and dirty dogs: Digging can be a very destructive and expensive adventure for your dog to embark upon. First, you need to question why your dog is digging in the first place. Is it bored? We already spoke to the resolution of that issue in the above article. Second, do they dig and lay in the holes? Then your dog may be hot or cold and looking for some relief. Train your dog where to lay his head by finding a more suitable bed that satisfies their warmth or cooling requirements. Third and most tricky, is your dog trying to leave your yard by digging under a fence? To reverse this one, you will need to attach a long line to their collar and watch them. When you catch them in the act of digging, you need to correct them, while saying "NO!", and then replace their behavior with an obedience command. When you find holes, it is important to immediately refill them. Check to be sure that the dog has not buried anything in the hole to prevent them from re-digging the hole to retrieve their items. Do not allow your dog to take food, treats, or rawhides outside because this often can lead to an instinctive burying behavior to protect their leftovers. If the behaviors continue after consistent observing and training on your own, make sure to call us so that the behaviors do not become a solidified habit.
Dog Trials Competition (SheepDogs) Dog Trials Competition
The 102nd Annual A&P Show 2011
Stratford, Central Taranaki, New Zealand
November 26-27, 2011
The Dog Trials competition showcased the skills of the sheepdogs and their master against the sheep. It was very amazing to see the teamwork and good chemistry they show during the event.
The A&P (Agricultural & Pastoral) show is one of New Zealand’s major annual events and is supported by the whole region and indeed enjoyed by all competitors, spectators and trade exhibitors. There are different schedules of this event around the country and it draws large crowds from around Taranaki Region. This event that I have attended was held in Stratford Showground, Stratford, Central Taranaki, NZ on November 26-27, 2011. The annual show was a family affair because there was a show exclusively for young kids and old alike.
I travelled for 30 minutes to witness this fun-filled activity and I really enjoyed every minute of it. The weather was unpredictable and indescribable because it was windy, cold and sunny.
No comments:
Post a Comment