Insights from a Dog Trainer: Food – Motivator, Reward or Distraction?
As I was walking to a training appointment I was followed by a puggle who wanted to greet me. Dogs follow me in the street quite often and I am…
Teaching and Eliciting Voluntary Compliance for Grooming and Medical Procedures
I can’t touch her ears! She hates the brush! He shakes on the way to the groomer. Isn’t it an oxymoron that on one hand we “spoil” our beloved dogs…
Why You Need to Focus on Reinforcing Your Dog’s Good Behaviors
Behaviors fulfill a purpose. Behaviors have consequences. A behavior that pays off will be worth repeating. A couple of days ago I came across an advice column for parents in…
Dog training Tips: Substitutes for “STOP IT!”
When I first teach “leave it” I start with a piece of food that I throw on the floor and reward any movement away from the desired object. I can…
Puppy Training & Managing Fear Periods
We try and keep our dogs safe and do everything to stave away scary and unfortunate events. You can’t and should not raise your puppy in a bubble. However there…
Dog Training Practice (with distractions) Makes Perfect!
“But he did it at home!” Is this something you have found yourself saying? Have you ever wondered why your dog will happily sit for you when you ask, or…
