Sit. Stay. Celebrate! Doggy Dan Releases New, State-of-the-Art Membership Website
Over the last 11 years Iāve had the privilege of helping so many dog lovers transform their good dogs into incredible dogs!Ā A sincere thank-you to everyone who has been on the journey with me since we launched The Online Dog Trainer in 2009. Itās because of you and your amazing pups that all of […]
Stop Disciplining and Start Connecting: How to Improve Dog Obedience
Itās a pet ownerās dream to have a dog that obeys every single command and doesnāt 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?
āCan I train my dog myself? Can I train my dog online?ā If you find yourself asking this question, this blog will answer it.Ā Just the other week I answered a question I often get askedā¦ āDoes my dog need obedience school?ā 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 habitsā¦ āDo I need to bring my dog to a dog obedience school?ā And my answer isā¦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 donāt 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 guestsāan unpleasant experience for your company, especially for those friends and family members who arenāt […]
How to Safely Socialize Your Dog with Other Household Pets
Getting a new pet is a really exciting event! Whether it be a second family dog, a new bunny, or a flock of chickens thereās nothing better than opening your home to a new furry (or feathery or scaly) family member! But what happens when your new and current pets donāt get along? More specifically, […]
Rescue Dog Series Part 5: Solving Inappropriate Elimination Issues
When you think about potty accidents in the house, you most likely picture a new puppy who is just learning where itās appropriate to use the bathroom. But, what happens when you bring home a two-year-old dogā¦or a six-year-old or a ten-year-old that you find out still uses your carpet as a spot to relieve themselves? This […]
5 Ways You Can Give Back to Your Local Dog Rescue This Holiday Season
Itās the season of giving, and what better way to give back than by supporting a local dog rescue in your community? The best partā¦ Giving doesnāt have to mean buying gifts and spending more. Giving can simply be the act of volunteering some of your time to help a dog in need. Not sure […]