Building a Relationship with Your PuppyThere are few things more exciting than bringing home a new puppy. The first weeks and months are crucial for…Read More
Multiple Dogs and DoorsDoorways are exciting places for dogs—who knows what is waiting on the other side! As a result, many dogs get…Read More
Petting as ReinforcementOne question that trainers are often asked is if food treats must be used as the reinforcer. Some dogs do…Read More
Teaching a JumpTeaching your dog a jump is an essential skill for canine sports such as agility. In fact, a standard agility…Read More
Teach Your Dog to Walk with YouWalking with your dog can be a very rewarding experience for both you and your dog. It is also a…Read More
Concept Training: Stationing with ShapesStationing—training an animal to go to a designated area and stay there until cued otherwise—is a useful training tool for…Read More
Target Training: Getting Into a CarMany dogs are afraid of getting into a car. This common fear occurs for many different reasons. Some dogs have…Read More
Clicker Training for All AgesIt’s never too early to start clicker training—and that goes for both dogs and humans! One of the benefits of…Read More
Husbandry at Home: Prepare for a Blood DrawBlood draws are routine procedures at veterinary visits, but they are also one of the most stressful procedures—for dogs and…Read More
Training Multiple DogsLiving in a multi-dog household can be enjoyable and fun, but it can also be chaotic—especially when it comes time…Read More
Yes, You Can Train Kittens!Kittens are highly intelligent animals that, just like their canine counterparts, are capable of learning a variety of behaviors. Beginning…Read More
Set Up a Safe Training Session OutdoorsDoes your dog listen to you when you are at home but ignore you at the park? That’s because training…Read More