Dog Recall Training: 15 Tips to Get Dogs to Come Everytime
In the perfect world, the best dog recall training concludes with you able to let out a call and a whistle and your dog rushing towards you. But that’s not always the reality. Our dogs love to explore — sometimes leaving a significant gap between us and them. That kind of independence is good! But […]
How to Do Timeout for Dogs Effectively: Tips from a Top Dog Trainer
Timeout for dogs is a powerful dog training tool that enforces correct behavior WITHOUT hurting your relationship with your pets. As a dog trainer, I am a big advocate of timeout for dogs as a way of discipline. In my training, I value connection before correction. I absolutely know that shouting, scaring, and threatening our […]
Healing Dogs with Full-Spectrum Plant Oils, Mushrooms and the Endocannabinoid System – with Angela Ardolino
Listen above or: iTunes / Spotify (Tap the subscribe button – it’s free and keeps you updated!) Today’s Guest Angela Ardolino: I’m so excited to introduce to you today’s guest, Angela Ardolino, who is a holistic pet expert that focuses on supporting the endocannabinoid system – our built-in healer of the body – with natural […]
Potty Training Puppies: Tips, Tools, and Strategies for Success
Potty training puppies is every pet owner’s rite of passage. Along with all the cuddles and playtime comes the inevitable challenge of potty training. It can be a frustrating and messy process, leaving many dog owners feeling overwhelmed and unsure of where to start. cute jack russel puppy playing with toilet paper. | Photographer: Georgiy […]
How to Calm Dogs Down: Why Alone Time is a NEED For Your Dogs
I cannot emphasize enough how the skill of knowing how to calm dogs down can go a long way for dog owners wanting the best for their pets. As a dog trainer, I always emphasize the calmest dogs are the happiest dogs. When your dog’s body becomes less stiff, they settle peacefully in one corner, […]
Dog Communication: 10 Surprising Ways Dogs Communicate
Dog communication is one of the impressive skills that seem to come naturally to dog owners. I’m mind-blown by the idea that even though our dogs do not talk, they have this amazing capacity to let their needs be known. Through their gestures, and actions, and sounds, our pets help us learn how dogs communicate. […]
Best Exercises for Dogs: Why Dogs Need it For Healthy Body and Brain
Every time your dog runs, leaps, and gets through obstacles, it’s not only their muscles that benefit — the best exercises for dogs help build their brain power, too. Here’s a dog trainer perspective: the best exercises for dogs rank high in the top needs that dog owners should give to their pets. I have […]
Dog Stress Relief: What YOU Can Do to Relieve Dog Anxiety
If you’re anything like me, your furry companion means the world to you—and your dog’s stress relief is a big deal. But have you ever felt helpless and unsure when you see your dog experiencing stress? It can be heartbreaking to watch them struggle with anxiety, just like humans do. There are many factors that […]
The Truth About Good Dog Food: Does The ‘Perfect Dog Food’ Exist?
Good dog food and the dog’s name: two of the most important decisions a pet owner needs to make. Their name will last a lifetime and their food will determine how long that is. I trust that naming your dog was a fun, thoughtful exercise, but most dog owners still seem to be in the […]
