Author Archive | Basil

This is to advise that all classes tonight Wednesday 15 November have been cancelled in the interest of safety due to the severe weather forecast. I apologise for any inconvenience caused. Basil Theofanides 03 9877 6522

Tail-chasing in dogs might seem to be a common and relatively benign factor of playful behaviour in dogs. But when done in excess, the primary causes of tail chasing often involve elements of learned behaviour or medical problems or possibly both. Dogs that were separated too early from their mothers or had poor care from […]

Hi all This is a courtesy reminder there are no classes running from next Saturday 4 November to Tuesday 7 November due to the Melbourne Cup Day Long Weekend. Classes will resume as normal from 8 November. Regards Basil Theofanides Command Dog Training School www.dogtraining.com.au

It is absolutely vital to socialize the dog–to expose him to positive experiences with a wide variety of people, dogs, other animals, sights, sounds and places. That means babies, toddlers, teenagers, men, women, people in uniform, cats, crowds, bicycles, skateboards, shopping carts, strollers, traffic–anything he’s likely to encounter in daily life. The sooner this is […]

WHAT SHOULD I FEED MY PUPPY? When buying a puppy try to find out what the pup is used to being fed. Ask the breeder, pet shop or animal shelter to provide you with a diet sheet. Start off by feeding it similar food and make any changes gradually. A suitable diet for pups must […]

When selecting a breed, look at the characteristics of the adult, not the puppy. If you have decided on a particular breed, you must find a good breeder.  Directories of studs and breeders are available through various governing bodies like Dogs Victoria and other canine associations.  You can Google them or find them through dog […]

Hi all   I wish to inform you that after a 10-year relationship with McKinnon Secondary College it will not be renewing our lease for 2018. The reason being the school is seeking accreditation by CIC (Council of International Schools). “…we wish to cease our arrangement with Command Dog Training School from January 1 2018. […]

When choosing a puppy, the single most important factor is that its personality should be right for you.  You are likely to have to live with the dog for the next ten to fifteen years.  It’s a shame that many pups, often bought on impulse, actually make life difficult for their owners.  A dog that […]

This is a courtesy reminder that due to the Grand Final Long Weekend, no classes will be running on Saturday 30th September. Classes will resume as usual on Saturday 7th October.