Communication For the Win
Dogs have always been a part of my life whether it be volunteering and fostering with rescues, working as an adoption counselor or dogs being a fixture of our family. I grew up in a home where dogs were punished for poor behavior to include a swat on the rear
Beat the Heat with Cool Summer Fun
Summer, the season of outdoor activities. I personally camp, bike, ride horses, and BBQ. A lot you are doing the same and more. Many of us, as dog parents enjoy our dogs joining us in summer adventures. Heat is our greatest demon as we decide what activities where it is
Doorway Courtesy Matters
When I think about dogs and doorways, it reminds me of a song called “The Distance” that I used to listen to as a teenager. The first verse goes like this. Reluctantly crouched at the starting line Engines pumping and thumping in time The green light flashes and the flags
Dealing with Problematic Behaviors
As trainers we often hear the phrase “I love my dog but…”. When we hear this remark (or request for help) from a client, friend, and/or family members remark we quickly prepare ourselves for a general answer to most of the common behavioral issues. Realizing that dog and owners’ issues
Masks and Your Dog
Being a professional dog trainer for more than 14 years I often hear clients tell me that their dog reacts negatively and does not like people in hats, the UPS driver, and or strangers in coats and other outward appearances of select people. Often the clients are lost to why
Have you heard about our newest class?
Obedience training is always a great thing for not only the dog, but also the owner. It opens lines of communication, and allows for an even stronger bond to develop between the two. The reality is that many of us become board with obedience, and honestly so do many of