by UnderstandingDogTraining | Jul 10, 2021 | dog training
Your dog isn’t stubborn. Your dog isn’t trying to dominate you. Your dog isn’t mad at you! Many people get upset when their dog doesn’t listen to them. But there are many reasons why this can happen and they’re all fixable if you know...
by Kayla Block | May 3, 2021 | dog training, Mythbusters
Should I give my dog treats? As a positive reinforcement trainer, the answer is a resounding YES! Treats can help our dogs bound to us, can calm them, and can be a wonderful way to tell them they did the right thing! But let’s break it down further! Snacks for...
by Kayla Block | Feb 4, 2021 | dog training, Mythbusters
It would be magical to talk to animals in their own language! And some people think they can. You’re not a dog ? And trying to pretend you are, leads to really bad training advice! And your dog does not think you’re a dog. So much bad animal training...
by UnderstandingDogTraining | Jan 3, 2020 | dog training, trainers
You see that title and I bet you’re thinking, “of course I’d never let a trainer hurt my dog. Are you kidding me?” Yet with some types of problems, my heart can be in my throat because I’m worried that the person who is shopping for...
by UnderstandingDogTraining | Oct 25, 2019 | aggression, dog training, reactive dogs, trainers, training
Find a Dog Behaviorist If your dog has problems, you may have wondered how to find a dog behaviorist. In reality, that may not be what you’re looking for at all. A behaviorist sounds a bit fancier than a trainer and some trainers will even call themselves...
by UnderstandingDogTraining | Aug 11, 2019 | dog training
A dog training collar is one of the most important pieces of equipment you can pick for your dog. Many people wonder about what kind of training collar they should get for their dog. The question becomes more important if your dog is a puller or is reactive towards...
