Recall Can Be Challenging to TrainTeaching your dog to come when you call them (the professionals call this “recall”) can be very challenging. The world is full of exciting smells and sounds which can be very distracting to dogs! Redirecting your dog’s attention from distractions takes consistency, patience, and dedication. Training your dog to have…
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When it comes to dog training, there are many different approaches. To name a few, there are Dominance/ Alpha Theory, Science-Based / Positive Reinforcement, and Balanced training. When choosing a dog trainer, dog daycare, boarding facility, or even pet sitter it is important to take into consideration the training methodologies that will be utilized. Dominance Theory Dominance,…
Positive Reinforcement Training Techniques Positive reinforcement training makes learning fun for dogs and can be easily practiced from home! Keep in mind that timing is everything – the reward your dog receives for practicing a desired behavior must be given immediately. Delaying rewards will lead to confusion and slowed learning. Remember to find what motivates your dog and…
Resource Guarding Although it can be scary, resource guarding among dogs is an inherent and natural behavior. It’s important to note that resource guarding holds an evolutionary significance. For thousands of years, prior to domestication, dogs needed to guard their food sources from other scavengers in order to survive. Although most domesticated dogs don’t have to…
Force Free Dog Training Force free dog training is a science-based training style that reinforces desired behaviors and routines for your dog while minimizing unwanted ones. This training methodology discourages the use of physical force, bark collars, choke collars, chain collars, prong collars, and electronic collars. Basically, force free trainers do not use or recommend using any tactics designed…
Why do dogs hump? Humping is also referred to as “mounting”, and dogs do it for a variety of reasons! It’s important to understand that this behavior is completely natural, normal, and often has nothing to do with sex or dominance. Reasons a dog mounts can include stress, anxiety, and play. An overstimulating environment, changes…
Stress is a commonly used term to describe mental strain or anxiety. When humans experience stress, we tend to engage in activities to help alleviate that stress – and so do dogs! Did you know your dog can become stressed and anxious too? Knowing the behaviors and body language that dogs display when stressed (also known…
