Dog Training Articles
Force-Free vs. Traditional Dog Training: What To Know
Discover the effectiveness of force-free dog training techniques and why they are becoming a preferred choice for pet owners and dog training schools alike.
Different Types of Treats for Effective Dog Training
Unleash your dog’s potential with treats. Discover the difference between high-, medium-, and low-value treats to determine the best rewards for your pup!
What To Expect When You Bring Your Dog to a Trainer
Embarking on a dog training journey? Discover what to expect, how to prepare, and how to ensure long-lasting obedience for your furry friend!
Common Mistakes in Positive Reinforcement Dog Training
In its simplest form, positive reinforcement is a reward-based training technique that encourages our four-legged friends to learn obedience by repeating orders. Imagine this—your adorable puppy successfully accomplishes a sit, stay, or fetch command and, in return,...
Essential Commands for Polite Dog House Manners
Did you know that man’s best friend can learn well over 100 verbal commands? Aside from highlighting how smart these doggies truly are, this high level of intelligence ensures we can effectively communicate with our pets to maintain safer home environments. Read on to...
Benefits of Teaching Your Dog Good House Manners
Imagine this for a moment: The pandemic is over, and you come home from a very long day at work. No sooner have you pulled your keys from the lock than your eight-month-old golden retriever, Rufus, is all over you. While he’s trying to lick your face, he knocks the...
How do You Know if You’ve Picked the Right Dog Trainer?
"By rejecting all thoughts of dominance and force, replacing them with respect, understanding of the world through their eyes and the desire to get our dogs to want to work with us of their own free will, we are empowered to have stress free happy dogs who will...
Data says “Don’t Hug the Dog!”
WHAT?!?! What do you mean I shouldn't hug the dog?! My dog loves to be hugged, doesn't he? Truth is….not so much. I know shocking, right? Let me explain…dogs have 99.8% DNA of a wolf. (Scouts Honor!) It's true…even after...
Got Dog Hair?
Just a short post but one I hope you find useful… I HATE dog hair on my furniture! I’ve tried every type of gizmo out there and nothing ever worked to my satisfaction. The only cure I found was getting a Cocker Spaniel who didn’t shed. That was great...
New Christmas Puppy? Read this!….
Were you surprised during Christmas with a new little furball? Maybe you've been waiting for the latest "doodle" or "poo" puppy? I get asked at least twice a week how to prepare for a puppy, but usually it's, "Cindy, HELP! My puppy is out of control and if you...