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Common Mistakes Made While Walking Your Dog and How to Resolve Them
Walking your dog should be a fun and engaging activity between you, your dog, and the environment. However, for most people walking th. . .
Jordan Clark
Aug 31, 20225 min read
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The Important Difference between Behavior Modification and Obedience Training
When you think of dog training you likely think of teaching your dog how to walk on the leash, come when called, not jump on people, a. . .
Jordan Clark
Jan 22, 20223 min read
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Using Toys and Play to their Best Potential
Sometimes, when working with my students, I have to ask what might seem like an obvious question: "Does your dog know how to play with . . .
Jordan Clark
Sep 23, 20216 min read
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Why You May Want to Stop Walking Your Dog
It's almost as if since the dawn of human and dog cohabitation, the idea that taking your dog on daily walks is a must. If you don't . . .
Jordan Clark
May 22, 20215 min read
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Listen to Your Dog, Don't Cue Your Dog
The goal of dog training might seem obvious. Teach the dog to sit, lie down, not jump on people, walk nicely on a leash, etc. You would...
Jordan Clark
Mar 18, 20213 min read
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What to do When the Training Lessons Stop
The Scene: You are sitting at home while your dog calmly sits by your side for some scratches. You just recently finished some training clas
Jordan Clark
Dec 30, 20205 min read
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A Letter to My Students, Past, Future, and Present
I don't take things lightly in life. Pretty much anyone that knows me knows that I care deeply about a lot of things. Dog training is no ...
Jordan Clark
Dec 7, 20203 min read
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The Four Pillars to a Well-Adjusted Dog
Dog's have needs! I think we can all agree on that. However understanding all of their needs and how to take care of them can be a challenge
Jordan Clark
Oct 30, 20203 min read
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Top 10 Tips for Traveling with your Dog
Summer is the season for camping and enjoying the gorgeous outdoors. Why not bring along your four legged family member to also take i. . .
Jordan Clark
Jul 11, 20207 min read
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Paying Your Dog for a Job Well Done
What does “pay your dog” mean? Well, it’s just like when you go to work and expect a paycheck for that work. Paying your dog is giving...
Jordan Clark
May 20, 20204 min read
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Socialization and How to do it Properly
Every trainer I've ever met tells their students to socialize their dogs. It is one of the most important parts of puppy ownership and co...
Jordan Clark
Apr 11, 20206 min read
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Preventing Negative Behaviors During COVID-19
social distancing and/or self isolation can have negative impacts on your dog's behavior. This especially applies to those of you who . . .
Jordan Clark
Mar 18, 20204 min read
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What Kinds of Dogs are There?
There are many different classifications of dogs, and most people are unaware of just how many there are. Even worse however, is how misi...
Jordan Clark
Jan 10, 20208 min read
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Being Holiday Ready with Your Dog
The holidays can be a stressful time for all of us!
Do what you can now to keep your dog happy and healthy for the holiday season.
Jordan Clark
Dec 4, 20195 min read
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Ditching the Bowl and Other Mental Enrichment Ideas
Your dog needs more than just physical exercise; they also need mental enrichment to be happy and healthy. I use the term enrichment because
Jordan Clark
Nov 18, 20195 min read
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Dog Parks, Day Cares, and the 1:1 Rule
Dog parks and day cares can be used improperly. Learn how to follow the 1:1 ratio and how to use other forms of enrichment for your dog.
Jordan Clark
Oct 24, 201910 min read
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Fear-Free Vet Clinics, Holistic Medicine, and Choosing Your Veterinarian Carefully
If you have a dog or cat or any other pet, you know you should take them to regular veterinary visits. These visits are essential to...
Jordan Clark
Oct 11, 20196 min read
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When to Use the Word "No", and it's Not When You Think
When it comes to dog training, you all know I'm about as positive as they come. My methods are science-based and I don't use aversion. I...
Jordan Clark
Aug 4, 20198 min read
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