A Mentor Who Shaped My View on Dog Training — And Why It Still Matters
A Mentor Who Shaped My View on Dog Training — And Why It Still Matters Updated for Kansas City & Shawnee Dog Owners Many of my friends and long-time clients know this already, but Ian Dunbar was my first real mentor when I started my…
How Separation Anxiety Really Starts — A Trainer’s Perspective on the Moments Dogs Remember
How Separation Anxiety Really Starts — A Trainer’s Perspective on the Moments Dogs Remember A Note Before We Begin Every once in a while, I come across an article written by another trainer that does such a good job explaining a concept that it’s…
Getting Rid of the Growl — Why Listening to Your Dog Matters
Getting Rid of the Growl — Why Listening to Your Dog Matters I love this article — especially the part about thanking your dog for the growl before worrying about moving the dog or removing the scary thing. That concept alone is something every…
A Great Resource for Dogs With Separation Anxiety
Updated for Shawnee & Kansas City Dog Owners I originally shared the article below quite a while ago, and I’m going back through some older posts to double-check the information and make sure it still reflects what I see every day working with dogs and…
The Hidden Cost of “Quick Fixes” in Dog Training
This is a great article about why searching for that elusive “quick fix” in dog training can often be one of the worst things we do — especially when frustration sets in. Many of the tools, devices, and techniques discussed are things people turn to…
A Kansas City Dog Trainer shares a blog about using Interactive Feeding Toys to help with Calming Dogs
Safety Cue Toys: What Actually Helps Dogs Stay Calm? This is an excellent article from a great science-based resource (and one worth signing up for). It tackles an important question: which safety cue toys actually help keep dogs calm, occupied, and less anxious — and…
Flying With Large-Breed Dogs — Important Safety Considerations
Updated Resource: Flying With Large-Breed Dogs — Important Safety Considerations This is an updated share of an article we’ve referenced before, and it’s worth revisiting—especially for dog owners traveling with larger breeds. If you have a larger breed dog and plan to travel by air,…
Do you have a dog dealing with Separation Anxiety???
Do You Have a Dog Dealing With Separation Anxiety? Updated for Dog Owners Who Want Clear, Practical Answers Separation anxiety is one of those issues that comes up constantly in training conversations, and it’s one I’ve shared resources on many times over the years….
PetSafe Treat & Train Review: Does It Actually Work? | Dog Trainer Kansas City
PetSafe Treat & Train Review: Does It Actually Work? | Dog Trainer Kansas City The PetSafe Treat & Train system is built around one simple idea that aligns well with how dogs actually learn: 👉 Reward the behavior you want the moment it happens —…
Forever Home: Dog Training 101 for Shelter Volunteers, Fosters, and Dog Owners
Forever Home: Dog Training 101 for Shelter Volunteers, Fosters, and Dog Owners Forever Home was originally written to help people become better shelter volunteers and pet fosters — the individuals working with dogs in high-stress, high-turnover environments where first impressions matter. The goal was simple:…
