Wait at the Gate
Look at those dogs clamoring at the gate, so excited to get into the dog park! They jam their noses at the gate, jumping and
Tail-wagging Enrichment for Your Dog
Dogs just want to have fun! Fun for dogs can come in the form of a short session with a chewbone or a chase after
Why Your Dog Pulls: Love, Stress, and Training
Why Do Dogs Pull on Leashes? Do dogs pull on leashes because they’re anxious or stressed? Sometimes, yes. Fear, anxiety, or stress can absolutely play
Partnership Between Pets and People
It was a beautiful weekend in our part of Texas! Warm and sunny, but not swelteringly hot like it will be soon. We spent it
Fetch: Good or Bad?
Current Social Media Posts About Fetch Games There’s a post about the downfalls of fetch games with dogs, and it’s circulating on social media right
Training with Protected Contact
What the heck is protected contact? Simply put, protected contact is a barrier between a learner and a trainer that allows both contact between the
Dog Enrichment
Enrichment definitions cover a broad range of concepts: Why Focus on Enrichment? Dogs seem to always be looking for ways to enrich their own lives!
Behavior Modification Training is Powerful
What is Behavior Modification? Trainers may often use the term “behavior modification” to differentiate problem behaviors that need to be changed from basic skills that
Tethering Your Dog: Skills & Opportunities
Spring is on its way! Are you starting to think about weekend camping trips or visits to the beach? Maybe you want to visit a
Train the Dog in Front of You
We can only train the dog in front of us. Pay attention, because the dog in front of you can change rapidly! This is true