I've written about how to potty train your puppy before, but I haven't spent much time addressing the common issues many of us face during the process. I've gotten a lot of questions regarding house training issues, many asking how to handle certain … [Read more...]
10 Tips That Make Dog Training Easier
What's the first word that comes to mind when you hear the term dog training? Chances are it's not the word easy. Dog training can be a challenge, and it's something all of us have struggled with at one time or another. But there are ways to make it … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Managing Canine Separation Anxiety
Managing canine separation anxiety sucks, I'm not gonna lie. My dog Carter had a pretty bad case and it was heart breaking to watch. He'd panic every time I left the house, and that panic continued well after I was gone. I felt absolutely … [Read more...]
How to Keep Dog Training Fun By Switching Up The Rewards
I learned about reward based dog training many years ago, but I certainly wasn't a natural. I could teach my dog to sit by holding a piece of kibble over their head with the best of them, but I struggled with anything that went beyond the … [Read more...]
How I Finally Understood the Importance of Patience in Dog Training
I used to say things like 'I'm going to teach Laika how to roll herself up in a blanket in 3 days,' but lately I've adapted more of a 'just keep improving' attitude. Because when it comes to dog training I've come to believe that there isn't a … [Read more...]
How to Get Started With Clicker Training Your Dog
How many times have you watched a dog training video and thought to yourself 'it would be nice if my dog paid half that attention to me.' Well I used to say that to myself all the time until I started using a clicker & getting involved with … [Read more...]
One Trick That Helped My Dogs Mild Separation Anxiety
My dog Laika had some mild separation anxiety years ago, and for anyone whose dealt with that issue you know one thing - it's no fun at all. It's stressful enough to get up and get ready for work everyday (aka being an adult, or "adulting" as I … [Read more...]
5 Simple Tips For Potty Training Your Puppy
In the late 90's I found a rather simple way to potty train a puppy, and it worked so well I've been using it ever since. After a week of using these tips you'll eliminate 90% of accidents, and you'll be well on the way to a having a fully house … [Read more...]
Three Simple Nose Work Games to Play With Your Dog
Looking for an easy way to keep your dog busy? Do you want an activity for your dog that's both fun and mentally stimulating? A great place to start is with some simple nose work games. Nose work games are easy to play, can be done indoors, and … [Read more...]
5 Things Not to Do When Teaching Your Puppy Not to Bite
Laika wasn't easy when it came to teaching bite inhibition. I heard that Shepherds were supposedly notorious for being bitey faces, but I had no idea... I had no idea that a 40 pound puppy could make me, a grown woman, run away screaming for dear … [Read more...]
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