Positive reinforcement is a top choice in dog training methods these days! It’s basically about rewarding good behavior to encourage more of it. Unlike old-school methods that can stress dogs out, positive reinforcement keeps things upbeat and effective. It’s no wonder it’s so popular! Positive reinforcement training is based on the principles of operant conditioning,
Is your dog bored? I often hear from clients how their adolescent dog is always getting into trouble. Some of our most beloved snuggle friends, whom we now capture every moment with on Instagram were originally bred as working dogs. Farmers used dogs to help herd sheep or cattle and many hunters used them for
Before you begin to potty train your dog, think about where you want your dog to go to the bathroom. Meaning, when your pup is trained, where do you want them to go on a daily basis. Believe it or not, dogs develop texture preferences for where they go to the bathroom during the potty
Your hands and arms are covered with scratches, band-aids and slowly healing puncture marks from the sharpest little puppy teeth! You thought you brought home the sweetest little furball to quickly find out there’s a SHARK zooming around your ankles that can attack at any moment! Thank Goodness for puppy teething toys to save not
When using food as your reward while training your puppy, it is very easy to overfeed your dog when working with them multiple times a day. You want to be mindful that treats should not be more than 10% of your dog’s daily calories. For this reason, my favorite thing is to recommend using your
The day you bring a dog home to join the family is always exciting. Whether it is a new puppy or an adult dog, house training is the first issue we all face. Here are my 6 house training tips! Teaching your dog to go to the bathroom in your designated area at the right time
I LOVE the classic Kong toy! It is the first item I recommend to all my pet parents. Kong toys can be found in pretty much every chain pet store and online everywhere. It’s a multi-tasker! These come in many different sizes, colors, and durableness. A very soft textured pink and blue for puppies, red
What is one of the BEST things to do within a few days after you bring a new puppy home? Playing with your new Puppy of course! Playing is the BEST way to build and strengthen your blooming relationship. Start by using appropriate TOYS from the beginning and avoid using your hands as your tools
People often ask me when they should start training their puppies. I always inform them that the minute they bring their new family member home, they already are! From the moment you begin interacting with your dog, you are already training them. Many new owners LOVE it when their cute little puppies jump all over
5 Best Dog Walking Tips
Walking your dog every day is one of the best ways to share some “You and your Buddy” time. Depending on the age, health and breed of your dog the length of time may vary. Generally speaking, I recommend at least two 30 minute walks a day. However, did you know studies have shown that
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