Having a dog presents itself with lots of different issues, from potty training, to chewing, loose leash walking, even various degrees of aggression. Also, as an owner, you have lots of questions and need answers. The answers to those questions could and likely will have an impact on your relationship with your dog and your …
As a trainer, there are some things that I hear all the time and some basic misunderstandings with clients between their view of things and mine. (And I inevitably get myself in trouble becasue of it) My dog “knows it” is one that always trips me up. When I hear that, I chuckle to myself …
Dogs are great. They are so exciting and fun when we bring them into our home. If they are a new puppy, there are so many firsts and you revel in seeing them grow and learn. If they are a shelter/rescue (or older) dog, you feel the overwhelming feeling that you just did something fantastic …
There is a right amount and a wrong amount for a dog. The idea is to make sure they get enough exercise to keep them energized and relaxed, but not enough to exhaust them or build up their stamina so much that they constantly crave more.
It always amazes me when people get a new puppy or dog, one of the first things they do it take it home and tell it to “sit”. Inevitably, they are amazed when the dog doesn’t perform accordingly. Isn’t that a normal part of being a dog? We, as humans, have to remember that these …
Many clients want to train their dogs using treats but are worried about the quality of treat they give their dog. I’ll let you in on a little trick I use. Take some of your dog’s daily kibble ration and place it in a resealable bag. Add in something super stinky and scentfully alluring to …
Q: I’ve been to training, but it’s hard to practice at home. What can I do? A: When you attend a training class, most, if not all, trainers will tell you that you must practice frequently with your dog. Some will even get specific and tell you that you need to practice at least 10 …
When you attend a training class, most, if not all, trainers will tell you that you must practice frequently with your dog. Some will even get specific and tell you that you need to practice at least 10 times a day for a period of 2 to 5 minutes each time. This is where the …
Taking Treats Gently One important thing that dogs must learn is how to take treats from people gently. When taking a treat, there should be very minimal or no sensation of teeth on the person’s hand, much less any type of pinch or bite. To combat this, I have heard many people give treats to …
Leadership does not mean dominance. A leader has more to do with respect than dominance. Leadership is an understanding (a communication, if you will) about who is greater in the hierarchical stricter than others in a given social group. Being the provider of your dog’s food is the primary way to communicate with your dog …
