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Why Can’t We Just Work on What I Want????

by mike September 19, 2019

Sometimes clients become frustrated when their initial concern isn’t immediately addressed (or worked on specifically): A dog that jumps. A dog that pulls on the leash. A dog that doesn’t listen. A dog that is “out of control”. A dog that doesn’t like men, children, house guests or…

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Letter To the Editor: Readers Digest

by mike August 26, 2019

In the April 2010 issue of Readers Digest, in the Ask Laskas section, Jeanne Marie Laskas gave some advice to the owners of a couple dogs with a barking problem! After reading the question and the responding advice it made me ponder why some dog…

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Sit Part 3…Signal & Cue!

by mike August 16, 2019

Now you have to decide which verbal cue or hand signal you will be using for “sit”. As with all of my training, I focus on hand signals first! Remember, DOGS DON’T SPEAK ENGLISH! I simply modified the luring movement of my hand with the…

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Training Terminology: What it all means!

by mike April 22, 2019

As I read through some of the old posts, I find I am using dog training terms and verbiage without really ever having explained them or for that matter defined them. Bad Trainer! Well, we are going to take care of that right here and…

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Emergency Whistle… Recall 103

by mike April 8, 2019

Ok, now you have a dog who is recalling to their name on a regular basis, and quite frankly, you are pretty darn proud of you self, until…Yep it happens to all of us, the dog gets too far away or something really interesting pops…

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Personality or Behavior???

by mike August 13, 2018

I get phone calls every day asking if I can fix this problem or can I get a person’s dog to quit doing this or that. It kind of reminds of a bumper sticker I saw recently which said “I am a beautician not a…

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Will I Always Have to Use Treats?

by mike July 11, 2018

This is a common question that rarely gets a complete answer, and to give you the best answer, this post will be a little heavy in terms and psycho-babble…I’ll apologize up front, but I have a BA in Psych from KU (Rock Chalk!) So, training…

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Teaching a Dog That Touch is Good :-)

by mike June 7, 2018

OK had a client this morning with a Jack Russel Adult that would get overstimulated when getting pets and then very quick get frustrated and growl (no biting but scary to the owners and I am sure for those doing the petting)… Many of you…

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New Class to Keep Kids and K9’s Safe and Happy

by mike February 27, 2018

Class taught at Shawnee Mission Medical Center You made it through the pregnancy and infancy but now the family dog is having to deal with a child who is mobile! Many times, the real interaction issues with dogs and kids occur when a child’s mobility…

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New Class For Expectant Families with Dogs

by mike February 27, 2018

Class taught at Shawnee Mission Medical Center!!! Babies Don’t Bark: Learn how to prepare your dog for baby’s arrival, understand dog body-language basics, and solve attention-seeking behavior. This class clears up myths, emphasizes realistic expectations, and sets new parents and family dogs up for success…

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Why Can’t We Just Work on What I Want????

Sometimes clients become frustrated when their initial concern isn’t immediately addressed (or worked on specifically): A dog that jumps. A dog that pulls on the leash. A dog that doesn’t listen. A dog that is “out of control”. A dog that doesn’t like men, children, house guests or Read more →
The Three D’s – The First Two

In my opinion, there are three basic stages in teaching a dog anything. Whether you are teaching sit, down, watch me, stay or recall for that matter, you must learn, understand, and deal with the 3 D’s of dog training. They are Duration, Distance and Read more →

Why Can’t We Just Work on What I Want????

Letter To the Editor: Readers Digest

Sit Part 3…Signal & Cue!

Training Terminology: What it all means!

Emergency Whistle… Recall 103

Personality or Behavior???

Will I Always Have to Use Treats?

Teaching a Dog That Touch is Good :-)

New Class to Keep Kids and K9’s Safe and Happy

New Class For Expectant Families with Dogs

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