SpiritDog Training’s philosophy is that a pet owner is their dog’s best trainer. They offer an online program that’s more affordable than meeting with a professional trainer in person. Pet owners can pull up whichever lesson they want to work on, either on a mobile device or home computer, and can progress with lessons at […]
Is your dog walking you down the street? Are you tired of yelling commands at her while she looks at you and continues to file her nails? We hear ya’. So, we decided to look closely at a company called DIYK9 to see if what they’re offering is sound, affordable, and helpful to the everyday […]
As dog owners, we’re always looking for ways to maximize our training time and get the best behavior we can out of our dogs. I’ve seen many pet owners actually cry because they’re so concerned about their beloved pup. That’s why I decided to put together this guide of resources I think can help you […]
So many of us want to be dog owners, but it’s understandable to be concerned about your ability to train a dog. Younger dogs can be high-energy but eager to learn and listen to what you’re teaching them. Older dogs may be calmer but have likely already developed certain habits that may go against what […]
Bringing a puppy home is one of the most endearing moments of puppy parenthood. That face, those puppy breath kisses, melt your heart. But how to house train takes skill. Out of four puppies, I only ever paper-trained Bounder— and never again. Expect a few accidents as you learn how to house train—it’s unavoidable until […]
Clicker training is a dog’s best friend since it involves being with you, praise, and a treat. Dogs learn quickly if it gets them what they want, and positive reinforcement dog training promotes healthier relationships between you and your canine friend. Clicker or marker training teaches a dog that good behavior gets a reward at […]
I’ve experienced the difficulties of training a deaf dog in my own life, and I’ve witnessed it growing up in the dog training business. Your deaf pup is just as intelligent as a hearing dog, but they communicate differently. Since deaf dogs can’t understand verbal cues, there are specific things you can do that will […]
It’s hard to imagine a time when we didn’t have cell phones and apps for everything. In today’s world, you can even use apps to help train your furry friend. While reading a dog training book can be helpful, it is sometimes best to have a more hands-on approach to training. So many features help […]
Not only is dog aggression scary at times, but it’s also dangerous for you, your family, and anyone your dog comes in contact with. That said, it’s important to understand that your dog’s aggressive behavior is coming from somewhere, and you need to learn what’s causing it. Dogs that exhibit aggressive behavior have either been […]
Growing up in a dog-training household and becoming a professional dog trainer myself, I have been teaching dogs to “sit” for decades. I have learned that teaching a dog to sit isn’t always as easy as it sounds. It isn’t just about teaching your pup the word and expecting him to listen, but it is […]