Hannah is a 3 yr old Terrier mix that joined us this week to work on her basic obedience, leash walking, and interactions with other…
Hershey Out and About
Hershey is continuing to socialize to different places so that new becomes ordinary and not over stimulating. We took a big walk downtown where e…
A nice day at the park!
Lars & Chloe are practicing self control & manners today at Fletcher Park. Even though they are being still, they are exercising their brains and…
WAIT at the gate!
Don’t worry guys! I’ll be right back! I don’t need you to follow me. I can take care of myself. You can go play in…
Shadow wait!
Shadow waits to be released from his crate. This serves two purposes. First it teaches him self control because he has to wait calmly before…
Let's Get Socialized
Exposing your dog to new places, people, and pets will help them socialize more easily and build confidence. There are many factors to consider before…
Doorway Manners
Proper doorway manners are a key component to leadership. Controlling thresholds shows your dog that you are in control. Don’t forget that the car is…
Resource Guarding
Resource guarding is a common problem among dogs. Having dogs eat meals together (with proper supervision) helps them learn they do not need to guard…
DOWN while I take this picture!
When training dogs, remember to say the command once, then make it happen! Soon they will learn to just listen the first time since they…
Willie and Hershey: Doorway Manners
Willie is back for Continuing Education for a refresher on his manners. He and Hershey are sitting at the door before coming in. It never…
