Dog Training Articles and Puppy Training Tips
Dog Training Collars: Choosing the Right Tool for Training
When training your puppy or dog, the tool you use should be efficient and effective. Just as importantly, the way you use that tool should be clear, consistent, and humane. There are many different dog training collars and leash tools available, and each one provides...
House Training Your Puppy in 4 Easy Steps
When it comes to house training your puppy, the most important things to remember are patience and consistency. House training can be simple when you follow a clear plan. However, if you skip steps, you may slow down the process and see delays in your puppy’s...
Puppy Socialization: What Does It Really Mean?
What does puppy socialization really mean? When people get a new puppy or dog, they are often told, “You need to socialize them right away.” While that advice is well-intentioned, many people misunderstand what socialization actually means. Somewhere along the way,...
New Year! New Dog!
Happy New Year! Have you thought about your New Year’s Resolutions yet? Maybe your dog needs a resolution too? Pulling on leash? Jumping on guests? Excessive barking? Begging at the table? Not listening? If this sounds a little too familiar then it might just be time...
Dog Training the Reactive Dog: Calm Leash Walking Around Dogs
Reactivity while on leash is incredibly common. Many dog owners struggle with dogs who bark, lunge, pull, growl, or become overly excited when they see another dog on a walk. There are many factors that can contribute to leash reactivity, but most owners have the same...
To Crate Your Dog or Not: Why Crate Training Matters
One conversation I consistently have with clients is about crating. For the record, I am pro-crating. All three of my dogs are crated during the day while we are not home, and not one of them is upset or stressed about being in their crate. When done properly, crate...
Easy Dog Training Tips You Can Use Every Day
Dog training does not always need to be a formal 30-minute session every day. One of the first things I tell clients is that they do not necessarily need to set aside a specific block of time for training. What they do need to do is start incorporating training...
Say No to Flexi Leads: Why Retractable Leashes Are Risky
The flexi lead is one dog walking tool I would not be sad to see disappear. I will admit something: I have used a flexi lead in the past. So I understand why many dog owners think retractable leashes seem convenient. They look like they give the dog more freedom, more...
Dog Training Tips: Understanding the 3 D’s of Dog Training
When training your dog, it is important to make sure your dog can perform a command in different situations, not just in one quiet place at home. A dog may sit perfectly in the living room, but struggle outside when there are people, smells, sounds, or other...