This article is part of our E-book, ASK THE TRAINER: Answers to common questions about dog training and behavior issues, including jumping, leash manners, aggression, fearfulness, and more.   Question: We have been able to teach our dog to greet us politely when we get home, but [...]
Zooka first met Willy the Goldendoodle when he was just a baby. Willy was very tolerant of Zooka the Puppy's ear pulling and other puppy antics. Their play has changed over time. Zooka is less obnoxious. Willy has less desire to play. But they do have one game that has evolved over time and is [...]
How often do you allow your dog to follow their nose when you go for a walk? I mean, really follow it - not just a quick sniff along the edge of the sidewalk? Sometimes it can give you a fascinating glimpse into life from your dog's perspective. One morning Zuzu and I were on [...]
This article is part of our E-book, ASK THE TRAINER: Answers to common questions about dog training and behavior issues, including jumping, leash manners, aggression, fearfulness, and more.   While not everyone uses crates, most of us do when our dogs are puppies or adolescents. Providing too [...]
Blitzen's 3rd and 4th months, March and April 2021, with us went by quickly! So many things to work on, so little time to work on all of them. Some days it seems like he is making good progress. Then other days, it seems like progress is backsliding or just moving painfully slowly. Any of [...]
