Pet dog training and behavior modification
One of the concerns that a lot of clients come to me with is the fear that their dog will be sad or lonely during one of our board-and-train programs. They wonder if they’re being mean by wanting to send their dog off to “doggy bootcamp” and worry that their
One of my personal dogs, Grimm, is what I affectionately refer to as a “genetic nightmare.” He’s a very mixed-breed dog with a mystery background that I got at a shelter many years ago. In fact, he’s the very dog that introduced me to behavior modification training, which I talk
Marking in the house is frustrating. It can feel like a constant battle of cleaning carpets, washing household items, and the insidious smell of pee that you can’t quite place the origin of. It can be incredibly disheartening and frankly feel personal when your dog is marking in the home.
Pee pads, potty pads, or puppy pads (depending on who you ask) are very popular these days, and understandably so. Many dog owners are gone for a chunk of the day, and reason that they’d prefer their dog have a mess-free way to eliminate while their owners are away at
Learn more…Are Pee Pads a Good Idea? (and 5 awesome alternatives)
Having a dog that will go potty on cue is fantastic for many different lifestyles. Whether you have a big backyard or live in a city apartment, being able to ask your dog to go potty at a specific time is simply going to be helpful. Many young dogs get
What is Dog Bell Training? Some dog owners like to give their dogs a means to let them know when to go outside for a potty break. There are a lot of ways to do this, but one of the most common (and maybe one of the easiest) is to
In 2017, I was fresh into the professional dog training scene, and eager to get as much hands-on time with dogs as possible. At the time I was in my early twenties and had more time on my hands than I do these days, as I was building clientele up
I’m always on the search for new tools and treats to help me diversify my dog training. I’ve tried raw dog treats, homemade dog treats, and just about every brand that frequents the pet store shelves. Then, a recent client sent their board-and-train dog to me with some treats from
When I first got my dog, Grimm, several years ago, I made a habit of taking him to the dog park a few times a week. At the time it seemed like a great idea. But if I could go back in time and give myself a piece of advice,
Learn more…Why We Don’t Recommend Dog Parks (and what you can do instead)
Summers are changing here in Washington State and the rest of the Pacific Northwest. In the almost twenty years that I’ve lived in Western Washington, summer has gone from mild to very hot, sometimes into triple-digits. This may not seem like a lot to those of you reading from places
Learn more…How to Keep Your Dog Cool in Pacific Northwest Summers