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…
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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…
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.…
Why Do Dogs Bite the Leash?
Does your dog’s walk sometimes resemble a game of tug-of-war? Leash-biting and tugging are behaviors that many puppies and dogs…
Responding to Errors in Training
When it comes to training a new skill, creating the right environment can impact your dog’s success significantly. Dogs don’t…
The Power of Movement: Teaching Back and Forth
When dogs encounter triggers, they often freeze and become rigid. This reaction not only makes it challenging to extricate both…
Puppy Socialization at Home
Socialization is an ongoing process that occurs both at home and during training trips. One effective way to provide positive…
How to Transfer a Cue
Have you ever wondered how to change a cue? You may need to change a cue for various reasons, including…
Teach Your Cat to Ring a Bell
As many cats live their entire lives indoors, clicker training can provide valuable mental and physical stimulation. But where to…
Clapping as a Secondary Reinforcer
Dog sports have gained immense popularity in recent years, offering a thrilling combination of canine agility, teamwork, and excitement for…
Confidence in Motion: The Power of Behavior Sequences in Dog Sports
Dog sports have gained immense popularity in recent years, offering a thrilling combination of canine agility, teamwork, and excitement for…
Fun Tricks for Dogs in Shelters
Each year millions of wonderful dogs find themselves in animal shelters, waiting eagerly for loving homes. However, the shelter environment…