I often get asked about whether a dog’s high level of intelligence will reduce the overall training time. It seems like common sense that SMART = LEARNS MORE QUICKLY. Pick a breed that's praised for …
Using Leash Training to Better Control Your Dog
I've recently talked about dealing with overwhelm and steps toward teaching your dog self-control. This week, I'm covering another tactic that will greatly accelerate your training. Ready for …
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One Dog Training Tactic to Add Today for Immediate Behavioral Improvements
Last week I talked about dealing with overwhelm, a problem that just about everyone runs into when training a challenging dog.This week I want to talk about a key step you can take to overcome …
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6 Tips for Getting Your Dog to Listen
Help My Dog Won't Listen! 1. Set the dog up for success. Start by working in a quiet environment. New and chaotic places can be overwhelming for a dog. We will get to the point that your dog can …
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Training a Difficult Dog – Unexpected First Steps
Have you ever seen a dog this bad? I get asked that almost every week. Sometimes the questioners are dead serious, sometimes they're kinda, sorta hoping that they're joking. It's a good question …
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5 Tips for a Quick Spring Transformation in Your Dog
The weather is finally nice. You're feeling inspired. There's no better time than spring for a fresh start with your dog! With some focused attention, you can get the dog you can enjoy amazing …
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