Dogs Not Listening? Here’s How to Get Dogs To Listen More
If anyone comes to me for tips on how to get dogs to listen more, I always ask them to do this: “Think of the most connected, most effective conversations you’ve had with a loved one. Were they done with shouting, or were they filled with calm, understanding energy?” Surely, you would say the latter. […]
How to Teach Boundaries to Dogs: Saying NO and Sticking to It
If you’re here because you’re wondering how to teach boundaries to dogs, I’m here to commend you! I know it’s tough. When our dogs start to show their puppy eyes, denying their requests becomes so hard. But there is power in SAYING NO. When dog owners say NO, it paves the way for better obedience […]
How to Stop Dog Barking with Doggy Dan Golden Rule #4: Dealing with Danger
Dogs do not bark just because. Anyone who wants to know how to stop dog barking should understand behind any excessive barking is a real, serious trigger… at least in our dog’s eyes. Indeed, barking is a big behavioral issue! But it is often misunderstood. Most dog owners and even dog trainers treat barking at […]
What Are The 5 Golden Rules of Dog Training: Rule #3
In this blog, I’m going to share the power of the Five Golden Rules of dog leadership (in particular, Rule #3) and why they’re the answer to even the most challenging behavior issues The question of how to improve dog obedience boils down to one thing: in the eyes of your dog, who is in […]
Doggy Dan Five Golden Rules: Rule #2 is Delaying Acknowledgement
Rule Number Two of the Doggy Dan Five Golden Rules always surprises dog owners who are new to the concept. If viewed through the lens of human psychology, Rule Number Two can make any dog owner go “But oh, isn’t that going to hurt my dog’s feelings?” After all, Rule Number Two is about delaying […]
The Doggy Dan Five Golden Rules: Food Training For Dogs is Rule #1!
Food training for dogs is Rule #1 of my Doggy Dan Five Golden Rules, because of this simple truth: when dogs have food, they feel like they’re the richest animal in the world. It’s not their toys, not their new clothes, or their cozy bed that makes them feel great. It’s food. For dogs, it’s […]
What Is My Dog Thinking: The Importance of Dog Psychology
“What is my dog thinking?” In this blog, I talk extensively about dog psychology and why having this knowledge can help you train your dogs better. One of the most common dog training and dog care mistakes is that we communicate and relate to our dogs using human psychology. Typically, we view them as young […]
What Affects Dog Behavior: Why Your Dog Acts a Certain Way
What affects dog behavior can be traced back to multiple factors — dog personality, dog-owner relationship, their past history, and even the environment where they live! No dog is ever the same as another — and that’s the beauty of raising them. Each dog has a unique quirk that makes them so lovable. However, in […]
Do Dogs Understand Affection From Humans? How Dogs Communicate and Connect
Do dogs understand affection from humans even if they can’t speak our language? As a dog trainer, I have met thousands of dog owners whose eyes yearn to be told that yes, dogs can understand humans. Dogs don’t speak English, so it’s always a question of whether dogs can truly understand the hugs, or the […]