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While training varies from dog to dog based on the desired outcome such as puppy development, basic obedience, or advanced obedience, reducing reactivity, or scent detection, the fundamentals are the same. At the end of the day, we are all dog trainers. Whether it’s your first dog or your third, you’re a dog trainer. Are […]

First, we must prioritize our relationship with the dog. If the handler-canine relationship is degraded, we will see training regression and behavioral issues with our dogs.When we have a great relationship with our dogs, we will see training efficiency and get more out of our dogs. Second, we need to define clear expectations for our […]

If we want our verbal, visual, or physical cues to be impactful, then we must limit our use of them. Part of being a good dog trainer is understanding what motivates your dog such as food, affection, or toys. Your dog’s favorite toy can be used to teach it obedience, agility, or even detection. Handlers […]

Dog training is a complex puzzle. Taking a holistic approach to training dogs, i.e., putting together the puzzle, yields real world results that stand the test of time. Dogs think in pictures and it’s our job as trainer/handler/owner, to paint the easiest-to-understand pictures and communicate our expectations associated with those pictures to reduce stress and […]