One of the most powerful training tools in my training program is the pool. I teach dogs of many different breeds and ages how to swim and be comfortable in the water. It’s really an incredible sight to see: having up to fifteen dogs from varying backgrounds effortlessly and enthusiastically diving in and out of…
Dogs want you to be the leader. As some of you know, I had a very well known production company come out last Saturday to do some filming on me and fortunately had some great clients and their dogs to work with, but one case in particular really stood out. My clients in this circumstance…
Showing your dog love. I recently received a dog publication in the mail that was titled at the top: “How much do you love your dog?” Underneath that line, there was a list of things that you could buy to “show your dog how you feel” about them. They were the following: -Treats -Toys -Clothes…
Demystifying prong collars. As your dog’s protector and pack leader, it is your duty to keep your dog balanced and happy. When a dog isn’t getting the structure it needs, it will become emotionally and physically frustrated, which will then lead to behavior problems. This of course frustrates owners who give up too easily, sadly…
I was reminded the other day how and why I got into dog training when I recieved a postcard from my vet, Max is ready for his yearly visit. Max is a 10 year old male GSD who is my 1st “official” dog, the first 2 years of his life are quite similar and even…
Testimonial 1 from today Hi Jeff- It’s been over a year and a half since you worked with my then boyfriend (now fiance) Sam, myself, and our dog Scuppers, so this (long) email may seem a bit out of the blue- but I can’t remember if I ever wrote you a testimonial for you to…
I find it disturbing that so called dog trainers often kick dogs out training classes because of lunging and barking at dogs and people in the class. I was under the impression that dog training classes were for humans and dogs that needed training. Why is it that a lunging dog in a dog training…
Today I brought 13 dog to do some off leash recall, we did both open field work as well as did some in the woods trail work, both have different issues that need to be considered especially having just one handler with 13 dogs. With open field work dogs spread out over about 2 acres…
I am always surprised when folks insist on using food, love hugs and kisses to rehab dogs with behavioral issues. Most likely the dogs that are being worked with have gotten plenty of the above in abundance. What they have not gotten was structure, exercise and any corrections. I deal with every single behavior out…
Today I did a nice 10 dog off leash open field work for a little over an hour. I had dogs at all different training abilities. They all do know off leash recall and have all been trained on remote collars. I am fully aware that there a folks that feel that electric collars are…
