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 […]
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 […]
How to Train A Dog Who Is Aggressive: Understanding Dominant and Fearful Aggression
In this blog, the best way on how to train a dog who is aggressive. I’ll be sharing the strategies that worked for more than 100,000 dog owners with dog dominance aggression. Over the years as a professional dog trainer, I’ve worked with thousands of unruly and aggressive dogs who react aggressively to other dogs. I’ve learned […]
How to Stop Your Dog From Barking Without Hurting Them
So you want to know how to stop dog barking without hurting your beloved pets? There are tested and proven strategies for dog barking that don’t require using fear or pain! Barking dogs can be an absolute nightmare! From yapping puppies, to barking dogs around the house, to sad dogs whining at home because they’ve […]
5 Reasons Why Dogs And Puppies Chew Things They Shouldn’t
Dogs have been known to chew almost everything from doors, windows, and car seat belts to balloons, books, mobile phones and underwear! So what is going on, and what’s the reason for all this chewing? Before you begin to put together a solution for your dog or puppy’s chewing, it’s important to understand the real […]
Learning to understand your dog’s body language
Learning to understand your Dog’s Body Language Ever found yourself completely confused by some dog behaviour, with no idea what your dogs are doing or saying to each other? Sometimes their actions can look completely random. It seems as though there’s no meaning to what’s going on. In fact the opposite is true. But before […]
DD: 010 My Dog Is Too Strong For Me To Walk + Dog Overexcitement
“Doggy Dan, my dog is too strong for me to walk! What should I do?” If getting your dog to walk outdoors TERRIFIES you, these tips will help you get through. Taking your dog for long walks is supposed to be one of those pleasant experiences; relaxing, enjoyable, and memorable. However, for many people, they’re […]
DD 015: How to train your dog to come every time
In this FREE podcast we take a look at one of the most basic of all commands. Something that’s surely so natural for a dog… but sadly for many people it isn’t. So simple in theory The recall, as I like to call it, is all about getting your dog to return to your side. […]
How Do Dogs Assert Dominance
“Dan, how do dogs assert dominance?” Here are the signals that will quickly tell you your dog is showing dominant, aggressive behavior and what you should do about it. A dominant dog is telling everyone, “Hey, I’m the boss around here!” In the absence of a clear leader, all dogs will be compelled to step […]