Heel? Loose Leash Walking? What Say Ye? « Wilde About Dogs
Great article about the differences between leash skills training, now and 30 years ago. I really like this article, it really puts the topic in easy-to-understand ideas… If your dog pulls read this before calling a trainer! Heel? Loose Leash Walking? What Say…
Doghouse Confessional: Why Yes, I Do Sleep with My Dog | Dogster
Really cute article about sleeping with your dog… To be clear I have no problem with dogs on Furniture or Beds but that decision is a personal one. All I ask as a dog trainer is that those locations be considered a reward and not…
REALLY COOL ARTICLE ON TRAINING A BLIND DOG!
Some of you know this is a topic near and dear to my heart. Leo our Leonberger (really original I know) is about 70% blind and has been since birth. We adopted her at the age of 3 months and have been blessed to have…
Great Video on how to stuff a KONG
OK, Everyone knows I love Kong’s but lots of folks get confused on how and what to put in them. I came across the video on social media and had to share… A Great video and information!!!! Unbelievable Video!!!!!!
Do Something with your dog…. A short rant!
OK, I don’t have a bunch of time, but just what do you do with your dog? Do you do therapy work? How about competition obedience? Maybe Rally – Obedience, or Agility. I have to be at an elementary school in 25 minutes with my…
TV Anchor is bit by dog live on set…
Many of you have I am sure heard about this terrible situation (If you have not I included the link at the bottom) but I want to add my two cents. I posted the video to the Kiss Dog Training page and stressed the importance…
Q & A with Temple Grandin
Updated Blog: Interview With a Thought Leader Worth Your Time Updated for Kansas City & Shawnee Dog Owners This interview was done a while ago, but it’s one of my favorites. The person featured is a truly remarkable thinker in the animal world. Even…
Why Do Some Puppies Go Limp When You Lift Them Up? | Psychology Today
Updated Blog: Why Do Some Puppies Go Limp When You Lift Them Up? Updated for Kansas City & Shawnee Dog Owners Very interesting article by a great dog thinker! This piece dives into something that often surprises dog owners — why some puppies go…
Let’s Talk: Do You Use Retractable Leashes, or Do You Think They’re Completely Lame and Dangerous?
Updated Blog: Let’s Talk About Retractable Leashes Updated for Kansas City & Shawnee Dog Owners Great article — and an even better question. Retractable leashes are one of those dog training topics that instantly split people into camps. Some dog owners love them. Others…
Do Dogs Love People More Than They Love Other Dogs?
Updated Blog: Do Dogs Love People More Than They Love Other Dogs? Updated for Kansas City & Shawnee Dog Owners This is one of those questions that comes up all the time in training conversations: Does my dog love me more than other dogs?…
