Can I Pet Your Dog? Techniques for Helping Your Shy or Excitable Dog Greet Strangers
For many dogs, daily walks are cherished routines that provide exercise, mental stimulation, and opportunities for socialization. However, for shy,…
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Cue Discrimination
Mastering cue discrimination is a crucial part of training your dog. This skill ensures that your canine companion responds accurately…
Concept Training in Action: Take a Hike
Teaching your dog to tell the difference between left and right on cue is not only fun, but the skill…
Teach Your Cat to Walk Through a Hoop
Cats are known for having independent natures, but that doesn’t mean that they don’t love training! One fun and impressive…
Introducing a Puppy to a Long Lead
As puppies grow, so do their curiosity and energy, making it crucial to establish good training habits, such as recall…
How to Manage Counter-Surfing
In preparation for the holidays, kitchens are laden with tempting treats and mouthwatering smells. For dogs that are tall or…
Introducing Leg Weaves to a Puppy
Canine freestyle, often referred to as “dog dancing,” is a captivating sport that showcases the unique bond between dogs and…
Cone of Comfort: Teaching Your Dog to Wear a Cone
Wearing a medical apparatus is seldom enjoyable, and dogs are no exception. However, there may come a time when a…
The Art and Joy of Shaping
Shaping is a method of gradually teaching dogs a new behavior by rewarding them for each small step in the…
Turkey Game: Adding Sizzle to Your Dog Training Classes
Are you looking to inject some excitement into your group training classes? The key might be introducing engaging and enjoyable…
Look Closely: Karen Pryor Still Has So Much to Teach Us
In 2021, as we celebrated Karen Pryor’s 90th birthday, we wrote about how, even amidst dementia, she continues to offer…
Encouraging Cats to Come Out of Their Enclosures
Shelter environments are often stressful for cats, and the stress makes the cats hesitant to come out of their enclosures.…