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Training Your Dog to Ride Calmly in the Car: 7 Easy Steps!

Training Your Dog to Ride Calmly in the Car

Considering that over 40% of dogs experience anxiety during car rides, the need for effective training methods is clear. It’s often during these rides that behaviors like restlessness or fear manifest, transforming a short drive into a stressful ordeal for both owner and pet. What if those car rides could be calm, enjoyable experiences instead? … Read more

How to Train Your Dog to Obey Off-Leash

How to Train Your Dog to Obey Off-Leash

Training a dog to obey off-leash might sound daunting, but consider this: dogs have been assisting humans off-leash for centuries, with herding and hunting being prime examples. The transition from leashed to off-leash obedience is not just an achievement but a testament to mutual trust. It’s not merely about commands; it’s about understanding and reinforcing … Read more

The Benefits of Crate Training Your Dog

The Benefits of Crate Training Your Dog

Studies show that dogs with crate training are 63% more likely to feel secure in new environments than those without. Crate training can seem confining at first glance, yet it’s a powerful tool in creating a sense of a safe retreat for dogs. For many pet owners, achieving a balance between freedom and discipline hinges … Read more

Socializing Your Dog: Why It’s Important and How to Start

Socializing Your Dog: Why It’s Important and How to Start

Picture this: a dog that comfortably fits into any social situation, from parks brimming with fellow canines to bustling family gatherings. Socializing your dog can unlock this potential, allowing them to develop into well-adjusted, adaptable animals. Many owners overlook this crucial aspect, yet it’s a cornerstone for nurturing a harmonious life with your pet. The … Read more

How do I get my dog to stop nipping, play biting, and mouthing?

This is one of the first questions we are asked in our puppy training class. Some dogs are more prone to this than other dogs. Breeds like the Belgian Malinois, Australian Shepherds, German Shepherds, Huskies, etc are all, what we refer to as, “prey driven”, “herding” dogs; meaning, they instinctively want to herd and chase … Read more

Socializing a new Puppy

Why Is Socializing A New Puppy So Important? What is socialization and why is it so important? At our puppy class, we get asked about socializing a new puppy over and over, again. Here is the bottom line: Socialization is getting your puppy acquainted with as many different animals, people, smells, sights, sounds and different … Read more

Pack Leadership

As trainers, we consistently give people pointers and information on how to be the pack leader. Appropriate pack leadership is the key to a healthy, happy relationship between your dog and you. First, some background. What does it mean when we hear, “Dogs are pack animals.”? It simply means that dogs stick together and roam … Read more