The “Growling is Good” Theory in Dog Training

The theory that “growling is good” has gone viral and, like many concepts that go viral, it has been liked, shared, misinterpreted, exaggerated and distorted but, in spite of all that, there’s still a worthwhile message in there. We just need to dial it back into the realm of common sense.  “Wait, I don’t understand. […]
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Let’s Simplify Behavior Change: Solve the Behavior Puzzle

There are many frameworks in the dog world that are designed to give us a sound approach to behavior change without relying on pain or fear. Here are a few great examples you may have heard of: LIMA, the Humane … Continue reading →
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The 7 Best Reasons to Use Board & Train to Train Your Service Dog

Training your own service dog is a unique and potentially life-changing journey. It is different for every dog and handler. Deciding which training services to use is equally unique. Considerations include your family composition, lifestyle, budget, schedule and available time, training experience and interest, and your dog’s needs, training, personality, and health. This is why … The 7 Best Reasons to Use Board & Train to Train Your Service Dog Read More »

Puppy barking: why puppies bark and how to handle it

Bringing home a new puppy is exciting – until that adorable furball starts sounding like an alarm clock with fur at all hours. If you’re a new dog owner, puppy barking can be baffling and frustrating. Take heart: barking is a normal way for puppies to communicate, and with a little understanding and patience, you […]

Understanding and handling S-lines in dog agility

As agility handlers, one of the biggest challenges is deciding what kind of handling to use when walking a course. In particular, there’s one type of course section that can make us scratch our heads a little, the S-line. Let’s break down the S-line and explore how we can handle it, making it both clear […]