Tag: dog training

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. […]

Doggy Dan’s Guide to Loose-Leash Training & Lovely Dog Walks

The biggest reason people don’t take the time to walk their dogs is because they feel as though they can’t safely walk their dogs. This is TRAGIC! …Let’s dive into this guide to loose-leash training and find some lovely dog walking solutions… Key Takeaways Providing dogs with routine daily exercise is an important part of […]

Beautiful End-of-Life Pet Hospice Care and Peaceful Passing with Dr. Dani McVety

Listen above or:  iTunes / Spotify  (Tap the subscribe button – it’s free and keeps you updated!) Today’s Guest Dr. Dani McVety: I’m so excited to introduce to you today’s guest, Dr. Dani McVety, who has dedicated her career to helping families provide end-of-life care and euthenasia for their furbabies. Dr. McVety founded the Lap of Love Veterinary […]

Amanda Matoske: Building True Rapport With Natural Dog Training

Listen above or: iTunes / Spotify  (Tap the subscribe button – it’s free and keeps you updated!) Today’s Guest Amanda Matoske: I’m so excited to introduce to you today’s guest, Amanda Matoske, a kind, gentle dog trainer that has based her training career on the incredible teachings of dog training legend, Kevin Behan. In 2014, Amanda read Kevin’s book, […]

Doggy Dan Debunks 5 Common Dog Training Myths

I hear people say things like “you can’t teach an old dog new tricks” all the time. Just because you hear something time and time again doesn’t make it true…because you CAN teach an old dog new tricks! As a dog trainer, I want you to be armed with all the knowledge you need to […]

Nigel Reed: Emotional Intelligence Based Dog Training

Listen above or: iTunes / Spotify  (Tap the subscribe button – it’s free and keeps you updated!) Today’s Guest Nigel Reed: I’m so excited to introduce to you today’s guest, Nigel Reed, a dog trainer with over 20 years of experience who specializes in emotional intelligence based dog training techniques. Nigel has turned his love for dogs into a […]

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 […]

Christina Burki: The Power of Animal Communication and Connection

Listen above or:  iTunes / Spotify  (Tap the subscribe button – it’s free and keeps you updated!) Today’s Guest Christina Burki – Animal Communicator I’m so excited to introduce to you today’s guest, Christina Burki, an animal communicator that works to bring peace and understanding between animal parents and their pets. Christina’s journey began as a psychotherapist for humans. […]

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 […]