Training Tips

Insights, approaches and strategies to address common (and sometimes not-so-common) dog training conundrums.

Conquer Canine Challenges: 6 Dog Training Strategies for Environmental Management

Conquer Canine Challenges: 6 Dog Training Strategies for Environmental ManagementThis post contains affiliate links. Please read our full Disclosure PolicyEnvironmental Management is vital in the prevention and treatment of common problems. Maintaining good management in your home can prevent...

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Understanding Resource Guarding in Dogs: A Guide for Pet Owners

Understanding Resource Guarding in Dogs: A Guide for Pet OwnersThis post contains affiliate links. These won't cost you anything, but the commissions we may earn through them help offset the cost of treats. Thanks for your support!Also, grab the...

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Secrets of Dog Training: Come When Called

Secrets of Dog Training: Come When CalledIn dog training, "come when called" is one of the most sought-after prizes—and it's elusive for many pet dog owners. Well, good news—with a little bit of patience and perseverance, it’s possible for...

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When Can Puppies Be Around Other Dogs?

WHEN CAN PUPPIES BE AROUND OTHER DOGS?We all want what's best for our furry little friends. But when it comes to socialization and vaccinations, there are many things to consider. As dog owners, we have to ask ourselves: when...

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Don’t Use a Head Halter Unless You Have To: What You Need To Know

Don't Use a Head Halter Unless You Have To: What You Need To KnowSimpawtico Dog Training does not recommend using head halters (sometimes called "head collars") in dog training. Despite being marketed as a temperate management tool, they have...

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The Three D’s of Dog Training: How to Balance Duration, Distance, and Distraction

The Three D's of Dog Training: How to Balance Duration, Distance, and DistractionThree things affect how well your dog listens to you: distance, duration, and distraction. In dog training, we call these "The three D's." You must understand these...

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Stop Ignoring: How to Use Differential Reinforcement in Dog Training

Stop Ignoring: How to Use Differential Reinforcement in Dog TrainingDog training advice for undesirable behaviors and behavior problems frequently includes ignoring your dog to extinguish those behaviors. Unfortunately, this strategy is fraught with difficulties, and the behaviors you're working...

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How to effectively use the Premack Principle in your dog training

How to effectively use the Premack Principle in your dog trainingWe love to train dogs with food and toys, but those are certainly not the only ways to approach good training. Indeed, those reinforcers are sometimes less effective than...

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How to Use Station Training to Develop Useful Behaviors with Your Dog

How to Use Station Training to Develop Useful Behaviors with Your DogA free PDF of this article is available for download!DOWNLOAD THE PDF (1.8mb)This post contains affiliate links. These won't cost you anything, but the commissions we may earn...

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How to Handle a Leash Properly—Learn the Secrets of the Pros!

How to Handle a Leash Properly—Learn the Secrets of the Pros!This post contains affiliate links. These won't cost you anything, but the commissions we may earn through them help offset the cost of dog treats. Thanks for your support!This...

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