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Should You Avoid Your Reactive Dog's Triggers?

To answer this question, I like to give my clients a helpful analogy. Treating reactivity is quite like treating a broken arm. When...

Skill Building Part 3: Maintenance

This is Part 3 of a series covering the three major stages of skill building in dog training. So, you've worked through your proofing...

Skill Building Part 2: Proofing Skill

This is Part 2 of a series covering the three major stages of skill building in dog training. You've spent at least a few sessions...

Skill Building Part 1: Skill Introduction

This is Part 1 of a series covering the three major stages of skill building in dog training. Do you remember learning new vocabulary...

THRESHOLD: What you NEED to know about your dog!

If you've ever felt like your dog experiences "tunnel vision," overwhelming excitement, or unpredictable reactions, this topic is...

TRAINING TOOL: REWARD STATIONS!

I love using Reward Stations to ensure that we can always reinforce the behaviors we like! Here are some tips to help you set them up and...

5 Common Causes for Regression in your Dog's Behavior or Training

Have you experienced regression in your dog’s behavior or training? It’s probably related to one of these common causes! 1️⃣ Recent...

What is a Marker and How Do They Work?

When teaching animals something new, we can speed up the process with the use of a marker. A marker can be defined as: a distinct signal...

Separation Anxiety: DO vs DON'T

If your dog is struggling with separation anxiety, you’re not alone! This clinical panic disorder is a common behavioral concern. The...

ENRICHMENT CHALLENGE

Do you get stuck in a routine of giving your dog the same enrichment day after day? Dogs AND people need a little variety to keep things...