The title alone will make many dog trainers cringe. At the same time there are a large group of dog owners who are so relieved to find out playing tug (in the right way) with a dog can be a really great way to start a most excellent training communication with their puppy.
As I train with people and their dogs, I find that it’s the overwhelm of “getting enough time to train”, that stops most people from getting where they want to be, doing the fun kind of things that every dog owner wishes for. My goal is to help people put the fun back into just being with their dog.
Exercise for a fearful or anxious dog is on the very top of the list when it comes to changing this behavior to confidence and the ability to deal with daily routines in a much more relaxed manner. Finding ways to get an anxious dog exercise can be challenging when the fear stems from other people, dogs or unexpected external noises.
Yes indeed, San Diego is in fact #1 on many of the dog friendly lists these days for many reasons. The weather, dog beach, dog friendly bistros and restaurants, trails and parks and surf dog training events are just a few of the reasons.
Teaching your dog Spot is not about dog names! Instead it’s an action that can build the best foundation for basic obedience, dogs sports, or building confidence in a fearful dog as well as containing the dominant dog’s over indulgence!
Think of leash training as training your dog to do a new trick. If your dog does the trick wrong you stop midway and begin again. Leash training is the same game taught in the right way.
With all the distractions life brings these days, productivity seems to be one that is escaping the center of our focus. Who knew that getting back to the basics of a very easy relationship could be the answer to finding your productivity on course again? Come to find out that relationship is one you’ll really like… it’s with your dog
Unless you are feeding an entirely raw diet you are going to end up feeding your dog processed food. That being the case it is important to find out what is in the processing, who processes it (big business or companies concerned with the health of your dog), and what ingredients are actually included.
Breaking down the steps to training your dog to walk or run on a leash is key to your success. Most dog owners who are frustrated with their dog always pulling ahead think of training their dog to walk on a leash as one step.
“If you are a dog professional, the Pawsuit of Excellence is a MUST! It will help
your business, it will help the dogs you are working with, and most of all it will help you to evolve!”
