Training Blog

Helpful skills, advice and tips on how to help a dog who is leash reactive (growling, barking, lunging) towards dogs and people.

Learn about if you need to hire a dog trainer and behavior consultant with certifications. How to find and hire a professional dog trainer for you and your dog.

Learn about the different types of dog training methods, philosophies and beliefs in the dog training and behavior profession.

Learn about Tethered Cord Syndrome in dogs. See video footage of what this looks like, as well as Journey and Anthony’s “case study” on Journey’s condition.

Learn how to use play as a reward in your training. This blog covers the use of toy play and food play as a way to reward a dog for a job well done.

Top skills to teach a puppy! Raising your puppy.

Learn about puppy mouthing, puppy biting and puppy teething. Helpful tips and strategies on how to address this common puppy behavior.

Learn how to play tug of war with your dog and the benefits of tug!

Top 10 skills to do with your puppy! Helpful tips, advice and videos!

Learn why it is best to invest in puppy training right away!

When should you start training a puppy? Here are some helpful puppy training tips and advice.

Adolescents in dogs. Helpful advice and information on your teenage dog.

Puppy Proofing tips and advice. Raising a puppy.

Learn about behavior modification in dogs and how it can help your dog.

Does your puppy steal items around the house? Do not chase your puppy. Learn more!

Learn how to potty train your puppy successfully. Free potty training advice.