Dog Trainer in Shawnee, KS shares his thoughts on a session I had today Part 2
Editor’s Note – Anchor Post Context Editor’s note: These posts were written as a way to get my thoughts down during real training sessions—what I was seeing in the moment, what was working, and how effective dog training actually looks in the real world. Over…
Why Your Dog Listens at Home — But Falls Apart on Walks (And How to Fix It for Good)
The Living Room Dog Why Your Dog Listens at Home — But Falls Apart on Walks (And How to Fix It for Good) Most dogs aren’t disobedient. They’re simply under-trained in the real world. If your dog listens perfectly in your living room…
Dog Bowl Aggression, and the Wonderful Resource We Waste Everyday…Part 3!!!
Dog Bowl Aggression, and the Wonderful Resource We Waste Everyday 2026 Update This article was originally published as part of a multi-part series on food bowl aggression. In 2026, it was expanded and consolidated into a comprehensive, step-by-step guide. For the most current and structured…
How to Stop Your Dog From Jumping on People (Without Yelling or Pushing)
Why Your Dog Jumps on People (And Why You’re Accidentally Encouraging It) How to Stop Your Dog From Jumping on People (Without Yelling or Pushing) Let me paint you a picture. You walk through your door at the same time every day and WHAM! Fido…
The Barking Dog and Command “Enough”
The Barking Dog and Command “Enough” Are you tired of having your dog bark for 15 minutes every time the door bell rings, or for any of the infinite number of other reasons dogs bark? Well so was I, and like any good dog trainer…
Park It …. The Advanced Level of Go To Bed
Note: This article discusses the “Park It” concept for helping dogs settle in the home. Over time, I’ve refined this approach into a clearer step-by-step process that moves from crate training to a bed and finally to a reliable stay. You can read the updated…
Petting Parties for Puppies vs Adult Dogs: What Changes and Why
Petting Parties for Puppies vs Adult Dogs: What Changes and Why The Petting Party Series — Part 3 By now, you understand why dogs lose their minds when guests arrive and how structured repetition can change that behavior. What often gets missed, however, is that…
Why Dogs Lose Their Minds When Guests Come Over
The Petting Party Series — Part 1 Picture this. You’re sitting on the couch, ready to enjoy the game. The doorbell rings. Instantly, your dog explodes—barking, growling, jumping, losing their mind like an alarm just went off inside their head. Your guests hesitate. Someone laughs…
Leave it On Leash
OK, this next blog is what follows after working in the car, in the parking lot of a big box pet retailer. You have gotten good at the Leave it/ Watch me command when your pooch is distracted by another dog, and wonder “how awesome…
