The Single Hardest Thing About Dog Training
No matter what training method you use, what breed your dog is, or how experienced you are, there is one HUGE training challenge that all dog owners have: striking the balance between making “it”...
The Three Magic Letters: D D D
If you have taken lessons from me, you have surely heard me talk about “The Three Ds.” They’re not magical, but they’re a good reminder of the ways to challenge your dog. DISTANCE |...
Your Most Versatile Command
The most important command for a dog to know is definitely “come.” It can literally mean the difference between life or death. However, I have to say that the most versatile command is “place.” ...
Proofing: The Next Level of Reliability
Once your dog knows the basics of sit, down, heel, place, and come, it’s time to up the ante! The time has come to proof those behaviors; you need to gradually increase the expectations you have...