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Are you prepared for an emergency?
In light of the recent hurricane and flooding in Texas, wildfires in BC and Manitoba, and Hurricane Irma headed towards Florida, we felt we should discuss how to be prepared for an emergency when you have pets. It is far too easy to think "Oh it will never happen to...
How to groom your Doodle
Do you have a Doodle? Here are some tips on how to groom your Doodle between grooming appointments!
Using Food for Training – How to do it right!
Often when people inquire about training with me, they think because I am a "balanced trainer" that I don't use food. When in fact I do use food, I just use it differently than most trainers. Instead of using treats as a bribe, I use the dog's meal as a paycheque....
Dogs and Babies
I often get inquiries from expecting parents on how to properly introduce their dog to the new baby once it arrives. In my opinion it is not as simple as just introducing the dog to the baby the right way...In fact there are quite a few things that I would suggest...
Teaching Impulse Control through Play
Bear has crazy high ball drive. He would literally play fetch all day if he could. It is almost obsessive really. We are working on teaching him impulse control using the controlled retrieve.
How much exercise does my dog need?
How Much Exercise Does My Dog Need? Great question! Let's take a look at how much exercise your dog needs and how you can fulfill that need. One of the first things I will ask a client when I first meet with them is how much exercise their dog gets? Regardless of the...
Life Saving Dog Training Advice
How to train your dog not to run out the door Teaching your dog not to run out the door could literally save his life. Dogs don't know how dangerous it could be for them to run out the front door, and unless you teach them not to there is a good chance they will do it...