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What to Do With Your Puppy: Expert Dog Training Advice
As pet parents, we’ve all dealt with the task of teaching our dogs to help them adapt to our ways of living, from potty training your puppy to leash training an older dog, it can be a time-consuming task to take on your own, especially if you´re not an expert. That’s why we’ve gathered a…
Read MoreIs My Dog Too Old To Learn?
Have you ever heard the phrase “you can’t teach an old dog new tricks”? As it happens, this phrase has nothing to do with dogs, dog tricks or teaching senior dogs new things. It actually refers to the idea that it can be challenging to get humans to change well-established habits. So, with that…
Read MoreR+ Training: Using Positive Reinforcement
“All of those positive reinforcement (R+) trainers always use food for training.”…“The dogs won’t work unless they see you have treats.”…“My dog isn’t that food motivated, so R+ training clearly won’t work for us….” Have you heard these comments?…Have you made these comments? Let’s take a step back and address these common misunderstandings…
Read MorePlaying Tug of War: Good Exercise, Great Bond-Building
There is a school of thought that suggests we shouldn’t play Tug of War with our pups because it can create aggression. That same school of thought will say that if you do play Tug, make sure you always win so that the dog knows you’re the boss. I could not disagree with that…
Read MoreHow Much Training Does A Dog Need?
You’ve decided to train your new (or existing) dog. You’re going to a weekly class. Or you have a trainer coming to your home. Or maybe you’re watching YouTube videos and working on your own. But how much time should you devote to training each day? And how much time should you devote to training…
Read MoreJob Posting: VCA Parkcrest (Springfield, MO)
Full-Time Dog Groomer (W-2 Commissioned) Job Description VCA Parkcrest Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Groomer to join their team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated Groomer to capitalize on our established clientele. Their clients consist of dogs and cats of many breeds and most have a yearly schedule already booked out.…
Read MoreMuzzle Training in 8 Simple Steps
Teaching a dog to love their muzzle is pretty easy. Just follow the steps to learn muzzle training. 1. Show the muzzle to the dog in one hand and offer tasty treats with your other hand. Once the dog has had a couple treats, hide the muzzle behind your back. Pause for 8-10 seconds and…
Read More10 Types of Service Dogs
Service dogs help individuals with disabilities or medical/mental health conditions live more independent lives. The areas dogs can assist are growing. This blog will discuss 10 types of service dogs and the skills needed to do the job. Note that service dogs are different from Therapy Dogs or Emotional Support Dogs. To learn more about…
Read MoreWhy Attend A Dog Trainer School?
We know you have many options for dog training education. It is important for you to understand and appreciate the benefits of each option. An online education can offer a speedy education and the convenience of learning from home. Finding a mentor is a cheap alternative to a formal education. But a hands-on dog trainer…
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