Pet dog training and behavior modification
Early into my dog training career, it was just myself and my trusty little genetic disaster, Grimm. Grimm was my first dog as an adult, and he opened the door for me into the world of balanced dog training. I go over the story of Grimm and how I ended
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When bringing home a new companion, we get caught up in the excitement of it all. Whether that new companion is a new puppy or an adult dog, it’s not uncommon to get a rude awakening upon bringing your new pet home: the deposit of various fluids, solids, and (worst
I started training dogs professionally years ago, when I was still living in a small apartment in the greater Seattle area. It was my first apartment of my own, and while I was proud of it in some ways, it did have its limitations when it came to my options
Because my personal dogs each wear them, I sometimes get asked about spiked collars and what their purpose is, if any. Spiked dog collars today are sometimes a fashion statement, and are available from a myriad of retailers in countless sizes, colors and styles. Note that “spiked dog collars” are
A few months ago, I wrote about my practice of making homemade dog food for three small dogs. I detailed my process for making crockpot dump from-scratch dog food, what kinds of foods I like to add, and a few tips on how to make the process easy for beginners.
A lot of dog owners come in hesitant to make use of a quality remote collar because of poor experiences with generic shock collars, bark collars, and underground fences. While not universally unhelpful, the fact of the matter is that shock collars and perimeter collars can do more harm than
Throughout the years, obesity in dogs has become increasingly common. As their human companions become more sedentary, so do the dogs. And with a combination of inactive lifestyle and inadequate food, our pets are more and more becoming prone to illness, disease, and obesity. As a trainer, I work with
I love making food for my dogs. It’s a labor of love, and an investment in my animals that I care about very deeply. It helps them perform better in their respective sports, it alleviates issues with their skin and coats, keeps them feeling healthy, and I know exactly what
I always say that keeping a dog motivated is the name of the game in dog training. But what about the handler, or the dog owner? A lot of dog owners set off on a journey to grow together with their dog, intent on training their dogs all by themselves.
Dogs, as our best friends, share our hearts and homes and do everything with us. Together we spend out time walking around town, travelling in the car, enjoying in the yard, and cuddling on the couch. Knowing how much time we spend with our canine friends, it’s natural to assume