This post will teach you all about how to stop leash biting.When you have a dog that grabs the leash in their mouth playfully or to have something to chew on, it can ruin the walk for both of you. Not only can it damage a nice leash, but it can also make you feel like you don't want to take your dog
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53 Recall Words for Dogs That Aren’t “Come”
If you've worn out the word "come", this post offers 53 recall words for dogs!Teaching recall to your dog is one of the safest commands you teach your dog. Many dog owners use the word "come" to bring their dog to them. However, "come" is a word we tend to toss around and so it can lose meaning and
Dog Training Exercises for a Reactive or Anxious Dog
This post is all about one of your dog's new favorite dog training exercises, The Focus Game.It's easy to become frustrated when your anxious or reactive dog isn't paying attention to you, especially if you regularly need to interact with another dog, person, or trigger that your dog becomes
Prevent Jumping Up | My Dog Gets Overly Excited When Guests Come Over
My dog gets overly excited when guests come over... What can I do to stop them? Does anxiety hit your stomach when you think about people coming over to visit? While some dogs jump up to be friendly, others could do it as a warning sign, or to dog a dog's version of checking IDs. Either way,
How to Get Your Dog to Come When Distracted | What Most Dog Trainer’s Aren’t Telling You About the Word “Come”
This post is all about how to get your dog to come when distracted. "Come" is the most important words you can teach your dog. Educating a dog to love, respect and listen to a recall command can literally save their life. Recall can save a dog from being hit by a car, chasing a deer, or
Teaching a Dog to Sit (So They Actually Listen the First Time)
Teaching a dog to sit is one of the first commands that you teach your dog besides their name. Teaching your dog how to sit will set the expectations and the ability of your dog to listen for future commands. For example, if you have to say "sit" 4-5 times before your dog sits, expect to say
Dog Training Essentials | 17 Tools to Improve Your Dog’s Behavior
This post is all about dog training essentials.Congratulations! I'm so excited for you to be reading this post because it means that you're ready to take the next step on your training journey!Perhaps you've taught your dog to sit, or maybe you're working towards the perfect recall. Either way, if
17 Indoor Dog Activities Guaranteed to Tire Any Dog
This post is all about indoor dog activities that will help tire your dog out on a rainy day or during the snowy season.I've spent five cold winters with a high energy, short-haired dog who doesn't get along with most dogs. If there's an indoor dog activity I don't know about, I'd spend money on it!
Loose Leash Dog Training in 4 Simple Steps
This post is all about how to train your dog to walk on a loose leash!Enjoying a walk with your dog is one of the highlights of being a dog owner! But what happens when you start avoiding walking your dog at certain times to avoid certain triggers? Or reroute to other avenues if you see another