How to prevent a dog from hunting

How to avoid a dog from hunting: The same way any other behavior problem is treated, the key to preventing a dog from hunting is by educating and training the dog ever since he is a puppy and by giving him the appropriate socialization training so that he obeys you all the time. In the case of active dogs, they must always be allowed to burn off energy by taking long walks, running around, learning tricks, and playing games that stimulate them both physically and mentally. Doing this will ensure you to have a motivated dog and not bored one. A dog that is bored will surely go off to hunt and find something more interesting to do on his own. Whenever taking your dog out on a walk, don't allow him to run off too far. Give the dog a chance to explore new smells and places, but make sure you call him with certain frequency and offer him a prize when he returns, this way he will really enjoy doing what you ask him to. If you have the type of puppy that loves running after joggers in the park, take him out with a long leash, however don't let him go, and try to distract him by throwing a ball or toy in a the contrary direction of where the jogger is running. Doing these little tricks will make the puppy feel like he is playing with you, and of course running back to you to get a treat is more fun than chasing at strangers that run by.

Questions and answers
Q:I have a dog that chases any other dog he sees. As soon as he sees one, he just takes off, and he doesn't listen to me at all when I call him back. What should I do about this?
A: It sounds like your dog has not been fully trained. This could be a dangerous thing if your dog were to become aggressive. The ideal would be for you to prevent your dog from getting close to other dogs by keeping him on a leash when you take him out. You will also have to get your dog completely trained and not let him run off on his own until he learns he must heed your call right away.