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Introducing Dogs

Introducing Dogs to Each Other

This is a really long blog post! Here’s why. The article is not just some fun ideas about introducing dogs. It’s a full self-study lesson in how to do it. Introducing dogs is a big topic, with lots of opportunities Read more…

By Nancy Kelly, 2 months2 months ago
playing with dogs

PLAYING WITH YOUR DOG

Playing with you, his owner, is different from any other activity your dog engages in.  It’s not like playing with toys by himself or playing with other dogs.  It’s not like doing training exercises with you, earning treats – those Read more…

By Nancy Kelly, 3 months1 month ago
science-based training

Start at the Beginning With Training

“Advanced training is simply the precise application of the fundamentals.” — Dr. Robert E. Bailey Really? That’s all there is to it? To highly successful trainers, this statement is a reminder to always start with the fundamentals. Whether solving behavior Read more…

By Nancy Kelly, 3 months1 month ago
Leash training

Leash Skills Series #7: Limitations of “Being a Tree”

You’ve probably heard of the “Be a Tree” technique, where you stop when your dog reaches the end of the leash.  Some people suggest you turn and go the other way when your dog gets to the end of the Read more…

By Nancy Kelly, 4 months1 month ago
Leash training

Leash Skills Series #6: Treats = training tools!

Tiny, kibble-sized, super-tasty treats are the best training tools around. Commit to keeping the leash loose yourself. Practice your own leash skills so you’re confident about how to manage the leash and give treats. Then get your dog involved in Read more…

By Nancy Kelly, 4 months1 month ago
Leash training

Leash Skills Series #5: What’s wrong with a tight leash?

Are you walking a dog or flying a kite? What guides your dog when the two of you are walking? The leash? Or does your dog watch to see where you go? Some dogs and owners use a tight leash Read more…

By Nancy Kelly, 5 months1 month ago
Leash training

Leash Skills Series #4: Starting Leash Training

Make a plan to train Stand in the living room with your treat bag on and a leash in your hand. Decide which side you want your dog to walk on, and make your commitment to sticking to the rules Read more…

By Nancy Kelly, 5 months1 month ago
Leash training

Leash Skills Series #3: Dog & Handler as a Team

Both the human and the dog need leash skills for walks to be enjoyable. Train the necessary skills by breaking them down into simple, specific behaviors. Make your daily walks fun for both of you! Dog Leash Skills A dog Read more…

By Nancy Kelly, 5 months1 month ago
Toby, observing the world and collecting his thoughts
Leash training

Leash Skills Series #2: Defining Leash Training

Behavior science has shown us how dogs learn.  When we use positive reinforcement to teach leash skills, we get a dog who curiously looks for what to do to gain rewards, paying attention to the human at the end of Read more…

By Nancy Kelly, 7 months1 month ago
Leash training

Leash Skills Series #1: What do we want from a walk with a dog?

One joyous vision of having a dog is going for long walks in the beauty of the outdoors with a beloved canine companion, enjoying the sights and smells of the world, and becoming more closely bonded as partners.  This can Read more…

By Nancy Kelly, 7 months1 month ago

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