KC Premier Positive Reinforcement Dog Training
Dog-to-dog reactivity can be a challenging issue for many pet owners. It’s distressing to see your beloved companion bark, lunge, or growl at other dogs during walks or in the park. However, understanding the root causes of this behavior and knowing that positive reinforcement training can effectively address it can give you hope and confidence in helping your dog. Why Do Dogs Become Reactive?…
Ah, the joys of a dog barking at the fence. If you’ve ever experienced this, you know just how frustrating it can be. Trust me, I’ve been there. As a dog trainer, I’ve seen it all, and yes, I’ve had my fair share of fence barkers. But don’t worry, there’s hope! Here are five steps you can take to bring some peace and quiet…
Keeping Your Pup Calm and Happy Over the 4th of July Hey fellow dog lovers! As a dog trainer and lifelong dog enthusiast, I know firsthand how the 4th of July can be a mixed bag for our furry friends. While we humans enjoy the festivities, our dogs might find the loud noises and bright lights a bit overwhelming. But fear not! With a…
Summer Activities for Dogs: Keeping Your Canine Companion Cool and Entertained As temperatures rise and days grow longer, summer presents a perfect opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities with your dog. However, it’s essential to choose activities that keep your furry friend safe and comfortable. Here are some fun and engaging summer activities for dogs: 1. Water Play Dogs often love playing in water, which…
Consistency is the basis of so many things. We must be consistent with a task to become proficient at it. Dog training is no exception. Our lives are so busy with family obligations, work, errands, and a ton of other tasks that are expected of us. While training your dog doesn’t really take a ton of time during your day, the repetition for…
If the world was divided into two groups, huggers and hand-shakers, in human terms, my dog would definitely be a someone who tips his hat from afar. Now that we are less than a month away from Halloween and all of the winter holidays that follow, have you identified whether your dog is a hugger? A hand-shaker? Somewhere in between? I’m relatively certain…
What would you say if I told you that the perfect dog does not exist? I have met some incredible dogs in my life, but none have been perfect. The reality of that question is the fact that we are talking about a living and breathing animal. They have the ability to independently think and make decisions on their own. Do I dare add…
Many people believe that exercising their dog means taking them for several walks a day or throwing a ball over and over until it seems the dog is exhausted. Although this is great physical exercise, what about mental exercise? When you hear the phrase “A tired dog, is a good dog” have we considered that this might include meeting both the dog’s physical and…
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 are different and unique to each situation, there are common methods or steps that…
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 these appearance factors cause their dog to negatively react or they conclude that their…