Correcting Bad Dog Behavior: Why Your Dog Is like a Mirror
A lot of people ask me, how do I train my dog? Or even more important, how do I go about correcting bad dog behavior that already exists? And the answer is always this. When it comes to training a dog it’s important that we first start with a solid foundation. That’s where you get […]
What To Do About An Aggressive Dog: The Ultimate Guide to Dealing with Dangerous Dogs
If your dog shows aggression, don’t waste a second resolving it. They don’t get better on their own. If you find yourself wondering what to do about an aggressive dog, this guide is a game changer. Dog aggression. It’s one of the biggest reasons that people… It’s heartbreaking and tragic, but it happens every day. […]
Doggy Dan’s Dog Training Tips: Why Smart Dogs Need Smart Owners
Out of all the animals in the world, dogs appear to be one of the smartest. Think about it for a minute… Your dog knows when you’re sad, angry or happy. He knows when it’s mealtime without being able to read a clock. He can sense danger when a stranger knocks at the door. And […]
Best Age to Adopt Dogs + Free “Are You Ready?” Checklist
The best age to adopt dogs is a serious factor to consider when getting a beloved canine companion! Let’s look at all the factors involved, so you can MAKE THE RIGHT CHOICES… JOIN MY FREE REACTIVITY CLASS Dog adoption is amazing. It has made connecting humans to dogs a lot easier. Unfortunately, according to a […]
Dog Training Tips: How to Help Your Dog Overcome the Fear of Fireworks
Dogs who are scared of fireworks–as well as thunder, gun shots, or other loud noises–is a topic that I am passionate about. There’s nothing I hate more than seeing animals in fear, especially dogs. For those of you that own dogs with a true fear of loud noises, you may feel overwhelmed when challenging dog […]
Dog Training: The Power of Mind Space Connections in Dogs
Hi there! Today, I want to share with you something that I call “mind space.” I coined the term after something that kept happening to me when I was walking one of my dogs–my dear dog Tamar, who has since passed away. Over the years that I had Tamar, it became very apparent that she […]
Doggy Dan’s Top 10 Favorite Dog Movies
Hi there… Usually I like to share about dog training, but today I want to do something different and fun. Ready? Get excited, because tonight, it’s movie night! As a guy who loves dogs, you can bet that I’ve watched a fair share of dog movies in my life. And while I love them all, […]
Time Out: One of The Most Effective Dog Training Methods
When you hear the word “time out,” you probably envision a small child getting sent to his or her room for a few minutes as a punishment for doing something naughty. Why? Because it’s a safe, kind and effective training method that works to help children understand and cool down when their behavior has been […]
A Dog’s Sixth Sense: The Unexplained Power of Dogs
I’ve always been fascinated with how amazing nature is. It seems as though every day we discover new things about animals—things that previously may have seemed like the stuff of a science fiction novel or movie. And as a dog trainer, I’ve certainly seen my fair share of interesting and sometimes even unexplainable behaviour. One […]