Dog Training & Behavior Tips

Not Just a Trick: Turning Chin Rests into a Vet-Ready Superpower

Not Just a Trick: Turning Chin Rests into a Vet-Ready Superpower

Think your dog’s chin rest is solid until the vet walks in?
Discover how the Three D’s of dog training: duration, distance, and distraction, can transform a cute behavior into a powerful tool for vet visits, grooming, and daily care. With real-life examples and step-by-step guidance, this post will help you build a chin rest your dog can confidently rely on in the real world.

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No Drama: How to Give Your Dog Ear Drops Without a Fight

No Drama: How to Give Your Dog Ear Drops Without a Fight

Giving ear drops doesn’t have to be a daily struggle. We’ll explore why dogs often resist ear care and offer compassionate, practical strategies to make the process easier. From warming the solution and using syringes to applying drops via cotton balls, small changes can dramatically improve your dog’s comfort.

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You Hired a Professional Dog Trainer. Now Let Them Do Their Job!
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You Hired a Professional Dog Trainer. Now Let Them Do Their Job!

When you hire a dog trainer or behavior consultant, you’re not just paying for their time, you’re investing in their expertise, methods, and carefully developed process. Yet, many students unknowingly undermine this process by asking their trainer to work outside their area of expertise, change their methods, or skip important steps.

This blog post explores why it’s essential to trust your trainer’s approach, whether it’s using positive reinforcement instead of training collars or following a structured behavior assessment.

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Loose Leash Walking: Tips to End Pulling
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Loose Leash Walking: Tips to End Pulling

Loose leash walking can be a challenging skill for many owners and dogs. There is a lot going on when trying to train your dog to walk nicely next to you. First you have to learn to hold the leash and the treats, usually while your dog is pulling you everywhere. Not to mention, your dog’s focus is elsewhere as they sniff every blade of grass and pull towards every dog and stranger they see.

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