Recall Training for Dogs: The Science Behind Why Your Dog Ignores You… and How to Fix It
Hey there, Doggy Dan here. Today I’m going to tell you a little bit about doggy recall…and why your dog might be the picture-perfect student inside your house but pretend you don’t exist the moment you get outside. Because I know how frustrating it can be when your dog ignores you in the moments it […]
Hot Weather Dog Grooming: Should I Shave My Pup?
Hey there, It’s Doggy Dan, your friendly dog trainer 🙂 One non-training question I hear all the time from dog parents is “Doggy Dan, should I shave my dog?” I get it; we all want our four-legged family members to be comfortable in the heat and maybe, JUST MAYBE, it will help with all the […]
The #1 Reason Positive Reinforcement Training May Fail Your Dog
https://theonlinedogtrainer.com/best-online-dog-training-course/ Hey there, Doggy Dan here, As a dog trainer, I’m always open to hearing about many different dog training methods… ESPECIALLY when they focus on kind and gentle tactics to help dogs. Lately there’s been a lot of buzz surrounding positive reinforcement training. While the style of this training is mostly good, I’d be […]
Sit. Stay. Celebrate! Doggy Dan Releases New, State-of-the-Art Membership Website
Over the last 11 years I’ve had the privilege of helping so many dog lovers transform their good dogs into incredible dogs! A sincere thank-you to everyone who has been on the journey with me since we launched The Online Dog Trainer in 2009. It’s because of you and your amazing pups that all of […]
Stop Disciplining and Start Connecting: How to Improve Dog Obedience
It’s a pet owner’s dream to have a dog that obeys every single command and doesn’t bark back. And as you stare enviously at the friendly pooch playing a part on a TV show or notice just how well some canines perform in a competition, you might be feeling frustrated, wondering if your pup is […]
Dog Training for Beginners: Can I Train My Dog Myself?
“Can I train my dog myself? Can I train my dog online?” If you find yourself asking this question, this blog will answer it. Just the other week I answered a question I often get asked… “Does my dog need obedience school?” If you read the post and came to the conclusion that obedience school […]
Dog Training: Does My Pup Need to Attend Dog Obedience School?
Time and time again I get asked the age-old question when it comes to getting a new puppy or trying to break naughty dog behavior habits… “Do I need to bring my dog to a dog obedience school?” And my answer is…Maybe! There are many different reasons why dog obedience school might be the best […]
How To Become a Dog Trainer: Finding Stability in a COVID-19 World
2020 was a rough year for just about everyone around the world due to the COVID-19 virus that spread like wildfire across the globe. While I don’t take lightly the hardships that many people have faced, I have taken time to reflect on the positives that such a pandemic has taught us. The two most […]
Jumping Dogs: How to Keep Your Pup from Jumping on House Guests
Your dog is calm and sleeps on the floor all day long. Then BAM! A guest walks through the door and your pup turns into the Tasmanian Devil. His excitement has him running and jumping on top of your house guests—an unpleasant experience for your company, especially for those friends and family members who aren’t […]