Look Command
Benefit You can use an eye-contact command to get and keep your dog’s attention in situations that may be fear or anxiety provoking. It also inadvertently teaches your dog to […]
Loose-Leash Walking
Benefit This exercise, also called “red light/green light,” teaches your dog that pulling on leash is not the way to get anywhere. The only way for him to make forward […]
Sit Command
Benefit of teaching your dog “sit” This one is a must and a behavior any dog can learn. A staple of all good dog manners, sitting when asked can help […]
Separation Related Problems
Dogs generally don’t enjoy alone time. They are highly social animals, genetically programmed to be in a pack with other individuals 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Dogs […]
Leash Reactivity
When out for a walk, does your dog bark, pull on the leash, or lunge at small animals, joggers, bicyclists, skateboarders, or cars? When our dogs are on leash, we restrict […]
KONG Stuffing
Dogs are genetically programmed to hunt for their food. A prime reason for behavior problems is that, unlike working dogs, companion dogs get so few mental challenges or tasks to […]
Keeping Small Dogs Safe
Use Small Dog Equipment: Collar and harness. Small dogs need to wear a properly fitted collar they can’t slip out of, such as a martingale-style collar. For dogs that pull […]
Kids and Dogs
Congratulations on deciding to enrich your family life by adding a canine companion to your household. Here are some suggestions for a safe, rewarding relationship between your kids and your […]
Jumping
Why Dogs Jump Some reasons dogs jump: Greeting people/dogs Attention-seeking Play initiation To explore/get something they want that is high up First and foremost, jumping is the canine way of […]
Independence Training (Dogs)
You probably want to spend every moment with your puppy, but that can give you problems if you ever hope to leave your puppy home alone. Dogs are intensely social, […]
Hiring a Dog Walker
Here are some questions to ask when hiring a dog walker, followed by the response you should expect. Are you licensed, bonded and insured? Yes, and they can provide proof […]
Handling Your Puppy
Benefit Teaching your puppy to enjoy being handled is essential to a happy, safe, and convenient life with them now and as they grow. Think of all the situations where […]