by Bailey Stickney | Sep 3, 2020 | Technique, Tips
Have you ever wanted to know what the same situation would look like on dogs trained using different methods? What happens when a shock collar doesn’t work? How does food prevent unwanted behaviors? We’ll explore these questions below. The Long Lead I was...
by Bailey Stickney | Apr 13, 2020 | Technique, Tips
Most of us do a good job of providing our dogs with enough physical exercise, but we often don’t realize that our dog’s mind needs a workout too! The good news is, we don’t need to dedicate a whole lot of extra time to this; meal time is an excellent...
by Bailey Stickney | Apr 13, 2020 | Technique, Tips
This is an excellent game to help your dog stay calm when confronted by stressors. If your dog barks at strangers, other dogs or noises he can’t see, this is the game for you! This is another simple exercise; we will just need to keep our eyes and ears open for...
by Bailey Stickney | Apr 13, 2020 | Technique, Tips
This is an extraordinarily simple task, yet it provides seemingly infinite benefits: 1) You’ll teach your dog that human hands are something to get excited about, minimizing the risk of a bite. 2) You’ll have a way to “call” your dog if he ever...
by Bailey Stickney | Apr 13, 2020 | Technique, Tips
Help your dog greet people appropriately. Using this technique, your dog will learn that he only gets what he wants when all 4 feet are on the floor. Supplies: – Willing {human} victims – Love and ear scratches – Food or toy rewards for your dog Have...
