Two Most Important Types of Dog Walks EVERY Dog Owner Needs to Know
Walking your dog is a crucial part of raising and training them; thus, knowing the two types of dog walks can make a HUGE difference to your training experience. “Doggy Dan, is there more than just one way to do dog walks?” Yes… and my goal is to help dog owners tap into the power […]
The Way Dogs Exit Cars Predict If You Will Have Calm Walks with Dogs
Seeing dog owners letting their dogs run wild when the car door opens is quite a familiar scene. It’s adorable at face value… but it’s a tricky if you want to have calm walks with dogs. “Doggy Dan, do you mean I also have to keep an eye on how my dogs exit the car […]
Do This to Stop Dog-Walking Problems Like Pulling Leash and Misbehaving
If I asked you to write down at least three dog-walking problems, I am sure I’d find leash pulling and misbehaving somewhere on that list. Why? Because almost 80% of those who come to me for help on walking their dog have those issues. And here’s the truth: the solution is fairly simple. The problem […]
The Calm Freeze: Doggy Dan’s Technique to Quickly Calm Dogs
What do you do when your dog’s energy levels spike from a 3 to an 8? My answer as a top dog trainer: the Calm Freeze. I know it’s daunting seeing your dog transform from well-behaved and calm to rowdy and agitated in the blink of an eye. But here’s an important fact I’ve learned […]
Why Your Dogs Need Timeout + Frequently Asked Questions on Timeouts
The reason why dogs need timeout is because they don’t naturally understand human language. If you want to give consequences or correction for a specific dog behavior, you must speak a language your dog totally understands. And that’s where timeouts come in. The thing about timeout for dogs is that it’s so simple. And because […]
Using the Short Line for Dogs: Why This Tool Can Radically Change Your Training
The reason for using a short line for dogs boils down to this: control. It sounds extreme, but in dog psychology, the one in control is the one in charge. And when your dog runs under tables and around the garden uncontrollably, and you’re having a hard time catching them, you’re not in control! The […]
Do You Need a Whistle for Dog Recall Training? Here’s Why You Do!
A whistle for dog recall training is a very important tool that some dog owners overlook. Of course, I recommend you go for solutions that work best for you and your dog. If you’ve put in all possible effort to train your dog to come when called, and still haven’t had any success, the dog […]
Is Your Dog Snapping At Everyone? 9 Training Tips for Aggressive Dogs
Training tips for aggressive dogs flood the internet, all promising miraculous results! There’s a mix of positive reinforcement, showering dogs with treats, and even giving dogs really scary punishments! While all these solutions work for a while, I know one thing from my experience as a top dog trainer: you need to get to the […]
Why Is My Dog Overexcited + 10 Ways How to Calm Overexcited Dogs
Doggy Dan, why is my dog overexcited? Also, how to calm overexcited dogs? I often get this question from dog owners dealing with dogs that are always all over the place, jumping on the couch, on them, and on other dogs. They bark, run, and lunge all because they are excited… something that causes a […]