Dogs go to where they are rewarded. Well, who wouldn’t, really? But where dogs are concerned, a quick example happens when you feed your dog; if you feed him his meals in the same place every day, he will learn go to that spot at meal times. Some dogs will even go the spot, without […]
Impulse control. It’s definitely a buzz phrase in the dog training world. But what exactly is it? Does your dog need it? Does your dog have it? If not, how do you teach it to your dog? One great example of impulse control can be seen at any agility trial, where a dog, who has […]
You train our dog at home, often in the same spot – the kitchen usually. And why not? You and your dog spend a lot of time there, that’s where the treats are, it’s convenient. And guess what? Your dog learns to sit, lie down and pay attention perfectly. It all goes so darn well! […]
Decisions have consequences. Adult dogs teach puppies this valuable lesson with great efficiency. For example, if you leave the older, grumpy dog alone when he growls at you in warning, nothing bad will happen to you. However, if you pester the older grumpy dog when he growls at you in warning, you likely will get […]
Have you ever wondered how people get their dogs to dive off a dock or run on a treadmill or jump on a trampoline? Many dogs have adventurous personalities and natural physical abilities that make them want to do what seem to be hard or unusual behaviors. Other dogs learn to do hard or unusual […]
A question I’m often asked is “when can I stop giving my dog treats?” The answer is not a simple one, and there are a few things to consider when deciding if/when to quit using treat rewards when training your dog: Three Questions 1) First, think about how long you would work at your job – […]
