Beyond Basic Training: How K9 Basics Helped Athena Find Confidence and Joy!
K9 Basics recommends facility training for dogs to provide structured environments, expert guidance, and fewer distractions for effective behavior improvement.
Mastering the reverse spin in dog agility
OneMind Dogs instructor Lee Elgie shares her thoughts on one of the most versatile handling techniques in agility called the Reverse Spin. If you’ve ever struggled with tight turns, trap obstacles, or a dog with sky-high obstacle focus, this move might be the missing piece in your handling toolkit. The reverse spin starts out looking […]
5 reasons to start agility training with your dog (at any age)
Many owners tell us agility is their therapy – a time to forget work, worries, and daily stress, and just enjoy the simple happiness of being with their dog.
Puppy Won’t Listen Without Treats? Here’s How to Phase Out Treats in Dog Training
I’m diving into one of the most common concerns I hear from dog owners: my puppy won’t listen unless you’ve got a treat in hand.
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When Should a Puppy Start Obedience Training
Bringing home a new puppy is exciting, but it also comes with the responsibility of teaching them how to behave. One of the biggest questions new dog owners ask is: When should a puppy start obedience training? The short answer is that training should begin as soon as your puppy comes home, usually around 8 […]
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What is the First Thing You Should Train Your Puppy
Bringing home a new puppy is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. Puppies are full of energy, curiosity, and a need to learn. As a new owner, one of the biggest questions you’ll face is: What should I teach my puppy first? Getting this right will help set your dog up for good behaviour, […]
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Ethos Software / Peterson’s Acquires Animal Behavior College
We’re excited to announce that Ethos Software portfolio company Peterson’s LLC has acquired Animal Behavior College (“ABC”). ABC is the leading vocational school dedicated to training aspiring pet care professionals. With a mission to help people help animals, ABC has graduated over 32,000 students across the U.S. and Canada, making it the most recognized certification […]
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Training Triumphs: Real Results for Reactive Dogs at K9 Basics!
Real-life success stories show how K9 Basics helps reactive dogs transform behavior, improve focus, and build stronger bonds with their owners through training.
Your complete dog agility training schedule (from foundations to competition)
One of the biggest questions we hear from agility enthusiasts is: “How often should I train my dog?” And once you ask that, it opens the floodgates to: If you’ve ever felt unsure or overwhelmed by all the advice online, you’re not alone. The pressure to train more, do more, and buy more can leave […]
Balancing obstacle focus and handler focus in dog agility
When your dog has just the right mix of obstacle and handler focus, you’ll notice a smoother, more natural teamwork.