Library Weight Pull training: Part I By Mark Landers When I sat down to write this weight pull training article I thought, how do I take a fairly complicated subject like taking a puppy or young dog and teaching someone to train it how to…
Read MoreThere are many variables when it comes to exhibiting American Pit Bull Terriers in the ADBA show ring. Our goal as handlers should be to control as many of these variables as possible. The first variable all show goers need to understand and attempt to…
Read MoreLibrary Show Tips The ADBA show ring should be welcoming to all exhibitors no matter what level of experience or expertise. I want to share a few tips that I have learned over the years that will make you more competitive showing your dogs in…
Read MoreThere are many variables when it comes to exhibiting American Pit Bull Terriers in the ADBA show ring. Our goal as handlers should be to control as many of these variables as possible. The first variable all show goers need to understand and attempt to…
Read MoreLibrary Weight Pull training: Part 2 By Mark Landers Just to recap where we left off. If you have kept your patience you should be seeing some good results with your "back and fourths" and your drag weight walks. As I write this article,…
Read MoreLibrary The Importance of Early Puppy Socialization by Amy Greenwood Burford In a recent meeting with canine behaviorist, Ian Alldredge, an observation was made regarding the APBT that was both flattering and alarming at the same time. Ian’s comment was about the excellent trainability and…
Read MoreThe Death of Dog Training I remember being in the waiting room at my vet's clinic, and a woman with a couple kids and a nice looking dog came in. They were all crying. I asked them if their dog was sick because the dog…
Read MoreTHE TRUTH ABOUT CHAIN TETHERING by CJ There are many people who think it is “cruel” to keep a dog on a chain, but I intend to show that the opposite is true. I intend to show that it is both humane and responsible to chain a…
Read MoreProper ownership managed dog tethering is part of the solution to 'good dog' behavior By Dean A. Ayers The five most important things that will keep your dog well-balanced and happy are food, water, discipline, affection, and exercise. But there are times that this still does…
Read MoreLibrary Why Not Utilize Safe Dog Program? We have been getting some push back from owners of the breed to Safe Dog Testers and Tester Trainers about why they would not be inclined to do any training or socialization work that is necessary to pass…
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