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 . . .

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 . . .

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...

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

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 ...

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

Summer is the season for camping and enjoying the gorgeous outdoors. Why not bring along your four legged family member to also take i. . .

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...

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...

social distancing and/or self isolation can have negative impacts on your dog's behavior. This especially applies to those of you who . . .

There are many different classifications of dogs, and most people are unaware of just how many there are. Even worse however, is how misi...

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.

Your dog needs more than just physical exercise; they also need mental enrichment to be happy and healthy. I use the term enrichment because

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.

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...

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...