Oh boy! Your puppy has finally reached one of their most important milestones: going for…
Introducing Your Puppy to the Leash: A Trainer’s Ultimate Guide
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Puppy’s First Christmas: Prepare Your Puppy for Success This Year
The tree is up, the stockings are hung, and the countdown to Christmas has begun…
Why Your Dog Is Destroying Your House and What to do About It
Last week, I returned home to a huge surprise. My 11-year old dog Buster…
Don’t Call it ‘Treat Training’: Why and How to Use Rewards in Dog Training
In the doggy world, there are two major training philosophies: positive-reinforcement training (also called…
3 Simple Rules for Playing Tug With Your Dog (and the Myth You’ve Believed Too Long)
Have you ever been told that you should never play tug with your dog? And…
How to Teach a Fearful Dog to Love Again: A Trainer’s Guide to Bonding with Your Rescue Dog
Bonding with a rescue dog can be challenging, but it’s also the most rewarding…
This Is the First Game You Should Play With Your Puppy. Here’s Why.
Teaching a puppy their name can seem like the last thing on your list when…
Find out What Your Dog’s Barking Really Means: A Guide to Dog Sounds
Dogs bark. It’s what they do. If yours doesn’t, you might want to…
How to Prepare Your Dog for Back to School
Fall is just around the corner and with it comes seasonal changes that are as…
The Second Most Important Cue to Teach a Dog
Two weeks ago I heard from a client I hadn’t seen in months. Elise…
Arousal Biting: How to Stop “Mouthing” Behavior in Older Dogs
We expect puppies to mouth and nip. That’s what puppies do. Sock on the…
How to Find a Great Dog Training Class Near You
Many new (and seasoned) dog owners understand the importance of a well-trained companion. The…
