Understanding Dog Biting Other Dogs’ Neck: What You Need to Know
If you have a dog biting other dogs’ neck, this blog will help you understand the reason, and what you can do to quickly correct it. Ever seen your dog playfully “attack” another dog’s neck and wondered if it was all in good fun or something more serious? Maybe you’ve felt a bit worried seeing […]
How to Train a Dominant Dog: 8 Powerful Training Strategies
Wondering how to train a dominant dog? Don’t fret — this problem CAN be solved, and quickly, too…let’s get into it! The question of how to handle a bossy, dominant dog is common among dog owners who are exhausted, frustrated, and overwhelmed by their bossy dogs. BOSSY DOMINANT DOGS: they always want to be in […]
Celebrating Diversity: Doggy Dan’s Dog Training Programs Made Accessible for Deaf Dog Owners
One of the greatest joys in life is dog ownership. Knowing this, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to benefit from the companionship of a canine! This being said, we know there are some circumstances that make owning and training a dog a little more challenging. And upon reflection of our own training programs, […]
Dog-On-Dog Aggression Solved: Transforming Two Dogs Who Tried to Kill Each Other
Dog-on-dog aggression is a serious behavioral issue that many dog owners face when bringing a new canine into their home. If you’re struggling with dog-on-dog aggression in your home, I want you to know two things. First, you are not alone. Second, there IS a solution that can help you put an end to your […]
How to Get Kids Involved While Training Your Dog at Home
In order to properly train your dog at home, you need to establish a clear, consistent training routine for your pup. This means… Setting firm boundaries. Sticking to a set routine (meal times, potty breaks, walks,etc.). Strategically rewarding your dog for good behavior. Following through with time outs when your pup struggles to listen. Maintaining […]
10 Awesome Father’s Day Gifts for Dog Dads
Father’s Day is just around the corner. And, while this holiday is typically celebrated for dads with human kids, we think it’s just as important to honor all the dog dads around the world too. After all, being a dog dad is a big responsibility. From daily walks to vet appointments and cleaning up the […]
6 Great Reasons to Foster a Dog in Need
According to the ASPCA, over 7.6 million cats and dogs end up in shelters every year. What’s even worse…according to the statistic, only 2.7 million of them end up finding homes. That means nearly 4.9 million animals are put down every year, simply because they can’t find homes and shelters can’t care for them all. […]
The Dog Calming Code: My #1 Secret to Successfully Training Over 100,000 Dogs
The Dog Calming Code™ program is inspired by a dog trainer’s desire to connect and understand dogs. It’s the program that will calm your dog, solve reactivity and make walks fun again. Hi, my name is Dan, and dog owners affectionately call me Doggy Dan. Because of my love for dogs, and my personal experience […]
German Shepherd Personality: Common German Shepherd Behavior Problems
Is ‘typical’ German Shepherd personality really that bad? In this blog, you’ll know why German Shepherd temperament gets a bad rap (and what you can actually do to handle it). Over the years working as a dog trainer, I’ve probably worked with more German Shepherd dogs than any other breed. And German Shepherd behavior is […]
