A Look Into Permission-Based Dog Training While researching scientific data to support another article, somehow I bumped into a dog trainer claiming that permission-based dog training works. As a professional dog trainer, I base my dog training methods on scientific research, which promotes force-free training methods. Do know, I’ve been around the dog training block … [Read more...]
4 Dog Training Cues Every Dog Should Know
Teach Your Dog These Basic Dog Training Cues All dogs should learn a series of basic dog training cues to keep them safe while having fun. Most puppy group classes teach these important behaviors, but dogs are never too old to learn these training cues either. Grab your clicker, super yummy treats and your dog. Practice daily for 1-2 minutes to ensure your dog’s … [Read more...]
Does Positive Reinforcement Really Work?
Yes, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training Does Work Every single day, I’m asked whether or not positive reinforcement dog training works. While many pet owners purposely pursue a positive dog trainer, there are still doubts written across their face. This is very evident when working with reactive dogs; many pet owners just don’t trust the dog training technique. As with … [Read more...]
Training Your Dog to Give Kisses
Get Your Dog to Give Kisses on Cue Who doesn’t love a big wet kiss from their dog? Okay, maybe there are a lot of you out there who would rather not receive a wet one, but maybe you know someone who loves receiving kisses from her dog. Well good news! You can train your dog to give kisses on cue, allowing you to clearly communicate to your dog when he is welcome to give … [Read more...]
Veteran Embarks on New Career Training Service Dogs
ABC Dog Training Student Helps Veterans With PTSD Russell Steed is currently enrolled in Animal Behavior College’s (ABC) Dog Trainer Program. The U.S. Navy Veteran has embarked on a second career training service dogs and founded a program in his Benton, Arkansas community, I Got Your Six (no affiliation with the national coalition). ABC: What drove your interest in … [Read more...]
Family-Friendly Dog Breeds
Some of the best canines for children There’s nothing better than being able to give children the opportunity to grow up with dogs in the home. They can become best friends from an early age. Having a dog teaches children how to responsibly care for others, how to share and to be kind to animals in general. Every year, the American Kennel Club puts out a list of the most … [Read more...]
Uncommonly Good Dogs
While not large in number, these 14 unusual breeds are mighty in looks and personality. One of the messages of the American Kennel Club (AKC) is, “a dog breed for everyone.” In other words, everyone can find the right combination of personality, activity level, trainability, body type, hair length, and overall size wrapped up in a canine package. And while most people are … [Read more...]
Canine Behavior Modification: Critter Chasing
How to stop your dog from pursuing (and terrorizing) other animals. It’s only natural for dogs to chase other animals. Whether it’s cats, chickens, horses or rabbits, chasing is an instinctive behavior in canines. However, just because it’s natural for your dog doesn’t mean it’s okay. Chasing other animals can be dangerous, both for the object of the chasing and your … [Read more...]