Why is it so damn hard to get my dog to “Lay Down”
OK, this one is a pretty common question from my students/clients, but it really seems to confuse folks. When you really get down to it, this makes total sense. Ask yourself the question “What is the most submissive position a dog can give”? Is it…
Now I would watch this Olympics!
Hey, guys check out this article it is about the idea of having canines and humans competing in Olympic Contests. Pretty Funny but interesting as well! Keep it Simple Stupid (KISS Dog Training) Click here to See the article!
What do you do with your dog?
People ask me all the time what can I do with my dog to give back? Many times the only type of therapy work people think of is nursing home visits, and don’t get me wrong there are many wonderful things you and your dog…
Dog Bites and Training…
I totally understand the helplessness one feels when their dog bites (whether it be another dog or, even worse, a person). I understand that you feel confused, angry, frustrated, and might not even know what to do, but there is one thing I have a…
GREAT ARTICLE ON DIGGING AND CHEWING!!!
A must-read for those who are having these age-old backyard issues! (both can also occur in the house as well) These are the steps I go over for why and how to fix almost down to the letter! So take a look and if you…
Creating a Resource Guarding Issue « Wilde About Dogs
I love this article! Please read and head the message… Taking things away from a dog just to prove you can teach nothing and this article nails this misconception!!! Creating a Resource Guarding Issue « Wilde About Dogs
Dog Yawn Study: Human Yawns ‘Contagious’ For Canines
Interesting article about contagious yawning in dogs via humans, but it does not take into count that yawning is also a stress signal by dogs. I do not doubt the validity that dogs will imitate or yawn back at humans just as they will in…
Can Dogs Predict Earthquakes? | Psychology Today
Really cool article!!! They have always claimed animals have a 6th sense and this kinda helps you understand some of the reasons, it could be possible. I love the cool science stuff 🙂 Can Dogs Predict Earthquakes? | Psychology Today
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…
