How to calm a puppy that gets too excited around other dogs
Discover effective strategies to calm your puppy when it gets too excited around other dogs. Learn socialization tips, reward techniques, and more to help manage your puppy's energy.
Keep an eye on emotions to ease your dog's learning curve
Dog trainers can incorporate breaks and use a dog's body language to read emotions and improve communication and training effectiveness.
The tail-wagging toolkit: Essential reads for every dog trainer
We've painstakingly curated an essential list of dog training and behavior resources. Books, videos, articles – you name it. From understanding dog aggression and managing separation anxiety to mastering the techniques of positive reinforcement, this list encompasses it all!
Problems with your dog's recall?
Training your pup to consistently come when called can be a challenge, but by adjusting your training approach, you can help ensure they'll come to you no matter what.
Make sure your dog focuses anywhere you go + PDF handout
I used to be a pet sitter and dog walker. There were two dogs in particular, we'll call
What professional dog trainers know about using treats
Discover the power of treats in dog training! Learn the key tips you need to know when using treats as a reward, including how many treats to give and what types make the best rewards.
How to get your dog's attention fast: Teach an interruptor cue
James and his golden retriever, Emma, had been inseparable ever since James adopted her two years ago. Everywhere James went,
Why your dog only listens when you have food
There's no harm in giving a treat every single time your dog does something you like! But there are times when you might not have a food treat handy, and you want to still reward your dog to keep the behavior going strong.
How to get your dog to pay attention to you outside
Your dog needs your help to learn how to focus his attention on you, especially outdoors. After he learns to
