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Where Do We Give the Reward?
I thought I might mention where I find it important to give my dog her reward as it is very, very important. Well, I consider it is. Of course it…
Operant Conditioning and the ABCs of (Dog) Training
Dog training is an art, and at its core lies the science of operant conditioning. This method relies on the concept of behaviour being…
Dog Safety Tips for Heat, Cold & Storms
At Hills Dog Club, we care about the wellbeing of every dog and their family. As the seasons change, so do the risks our dogs face…
A True Blue Celebration: Muswellbrook Honours the Australian Cattle Dog
Muswellbrook, the historic birthplace of the Australian Cattle Dog, recently hosted…
Leave It Exercise
“Leave it” is one of the most valuable lessons to teach a dog. “Leave it” teaches your dog impulse control that can be useful in many situations…
Bob the Railway Dog: Icon of Australian History
Bob the Railway Dog had an insatiable thirst for train travel – he was a dog for all Australians. This scruffy German Collie was born in 1882 with…
Our Club’s Journey to Becoming the First Reward-Based Training Club in NSW
I started instructing in 1990 and before I became Chief Instructor, I believed there was a better…
Starting Dog Training with Your Puppy or Young Dog
Taking your new family member to dog training classes for the first time can be an overwhelming experience, but it doesn’t have to…
Dog’s Health – Mould
Mould can affect our animals! Just like humans, dogs can react to mould exposure, depending on factors such as the amount of…
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Where Do We Give the Reward?
I thought I might mention where I find it important to give my dog her reward as it is very, very important. Well, I consider it is. Of course it depends on the level…
Operant Conditioning and the ABCs of (Dog) Training
Dog training is an art, and at its core lies the science of operant conditioning. This method relies on the concept of behaviour being…
Read More Operant Conditioning and the ABCs of (Dog) Training
Dog Safety Tips for Heat, Cold & Storms
At Hills Dog Club, we care about the wellbeing of every dog and their family. As the seasons change, so do the risks our dogs face…
A True Blue Celebration: Muswellbrook Honours the Australian Cattle Dog
Muswellbrook, the historic birthplace of the Australian Cattle Dog, recently hosted…
Read More A True Blue Celebration: Muswellbrook Honours the Australian Cattle Dog