How to satisfy your working dog’s instincts
Keep your working dog’s mind and body engaged with regular training, exercise and interactive play! Working dogs make fantastic pets! But these highly intelligent, active…
Category: Dog Training
5 tips for introducing a reptile into a household with dogs and cats
Adding a new reptile to the family? Here’s a few steps you can take to ensure he gets along with your dogs and cats. When…
3 steps to a well-socialized dog
Many dogs are poorly socialized as puppies, leading to over-reactive behaviors in adulthood. The good news is that you can vastly improve your dog’s socialization…
3 steps to prevent your dog from getting underfoot when working remotely
Whether you work from home permanently or only during COVID-19, follow these simple steps to prevent your dog from getting underfoot during business hours! We’re…
How does your dog’s mind work?
How well do you understand your dog’s mind? Ongoing research reveals that the cognitive and emotional lives of canines are much richer and more complex…
7 ways to ensure your dog is neighbor friendly
You’ve adopted a dog… and now it’s time to introduce him to your neighbors! Here’s how to make sure he’s on his best behavior. There…
How to stop your dog from herding people
Does your herding dog try to “corral” your family and friends? Here’s how to nip this bad habit in the bud. Border collies and other…
Medical sniffer COVID-19 dogs being trained in the UK
Medical detection dogs in the United Kingdom are joining the fight against COVID-19! With the Coronavirus pandemic causing major lifestyle and employment upheavals, the team…
Collar or harness — which is best?
A comprehensive discussion of collars and harnesses and how and when to use them. At a recent dog event I attended, a search and rescue…
Behavior proofing — a vital step when training your dog
If your dog only “comes” or “stays” in certain environments and situations, then it’s time to add behavior proofing to his training regime. Does your…
DIY indoor dog obstacle course
When the weather drives us indoors, keeping our dogs occupied and active can be a challenge. Entertain your canine companion by building your own indoor…
Does your dog show aggression toward other dogs?
A 5-step guide to helping your canine companion overcome aggression towards other dogs. If you have a dog who displays aggressive or defensive tendencies towards…
