Training Tips
Insights, approaches and strategies to address common (and sometimes not-so-common) dog training conundrums.
Jun
27
2016
Dog Toys – the Four Types and How to Use ThemThis 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!Make...
Jun
13
2016
I work with many people to help them learn to make dog walking an enjoyable activity. One of the first things I always ask is, "What side do you walk your dog on?" so that when I work with...
May
31
2016
Tips for walking a dog are plentiful online, and there are a lot of great trainers out there who can help you get that dialed in. But one thing about being out with your dog that I wish was discussed...
Feb
07
2016
Back in my "big-box-retail" days when I was trainer there I saw a lot of dogs come into the store. Concurrently, I saw a lot of interactions between dogs and people that, frankly, made me cringe. The ones that made...
Nov
30
2015
This is a guest post by Sabrina Martin, owner and operator of both RockBug Grooming, and RockBug Bed & Biscuit.
Create a Good Grooming Client NOW
So you've just gotten a dog and you need to make a trip to the groomer....
May
15
2014
Technique is Better Than HardwareIf you've spent any time around me, at my classes, or even just browsing my website, you've probably been exposed to one of my core beliefs: TECHNIQUE over HARDWARE.AS SEEN ON T.V.Many folks spend a...
Dec
05
2013
Quick & Dirty Leash Hack When You're In a PinchIf you're in a pinch with a hard to control dog…Here's a quick and dirty hack for a basic leash that can be used on an unruly dog: With the...
Nov
14
2013
13 Big Dog Training Concepts from The First Days of SchoolNOTE: in June of 2017 we updated this article and reposted it with video! Take a look here for the new, improved, and expanded version!ANOTHER LIFEIn another life I was...
Nov
12
2013
Loose Leash Walking a Dog 101Loose-leash walking a dog, or “slack-leash walking,” as it has been called in the past, is one of the most important ways to create a rapport with your dog. It is the mold within...
Nov
10
2013
The other day, a woman approached me seeking advice. She expressed her concerns about her 10-week-old puppy's hyperactivity and inquired about strategies to address it. To my astonishment, her vet recommended medicating the puppy with a type of doggy...
