How to Get Your Dog’s Attention? Simple and Useful Tips
Most of us (if not all) have seen dogs chasing squirrels and their owners running behind, calling their names, trying to stop them, but in vain. Having a pet dog is inarguably one of the best life decisions. But, it can turn into a liability if your dog doesn’t pay attention to you. Not only […]
Train Your Dog the Right Way – Choose from These 3 Best Dog Training Methods
There’s a very famous old axiom in the dog training industry that the only thing two dog trainers can agree on is that the third is wrong. There are probably as many dog training methods and techniques as there are trainers. Don’t let it discourage you though! Knowing that the number of dog training methods that exist […]
Dog Training Is Actually Owner Training
Dogs need to engage in activities that can stimulate their brains. Whether you have a senior dog or an overly energetic puppy, the mentally enriching exercises can stimulate their brain to discover, play, and learn new things. Dog training is the best way to forge a long-lasting bond with them. Bay Area Dog training can […]
Train Your Dog With Professional Dog Trainers
Did you get a new puppy and are in need of expert training? In that case, you need a professional dog trainer to help you achieve the results you’re looking for. The upbringing of a pet can be a long process that requires a lot of effort and experience. Dog trainers know which methods to […]
Positive Reinforcement Dog Training – An Introduction to the Most Valued Dog Training Method
Remember how as a child, a candy your parents bought for a good score on a test got you on cloud 9? And how you couldn’t wait to get good scores again? How being a good child got you tons of presents from Santa every Christmas? And the reminder would get you in line instantly? […]
Dog Socialization – Expert Tips to Help an Adult Dog Socialize
The biggest benefit of having a properly socialized dog means you can take your pet anywhere without having to worry about it getting scared, or worse, barking or jumping on other dogs and humans (for no reason). While ideally, dogs should be socialized between three and twelve weeks of age, don’t worry if yours has […]
6 Dos and Don’ts of Positive Reinforcement Dog Training
1. Respond to Your Dog’s Behavior Regularly For your positive reinforcement to work, you need to be consistent with your responses. Appreciate, reward your dog every time it does something good or follow your direction. Also, make it a point to intervene and tell your dog, every time it does something wrong, that it’s not […]
How to Promote a Pet Training Business– A Brief Guide for Professional Dog Trainers
If you’re a professional dog trainer, you likely got into this business due to your love for dogs and passion for helping them and their owners live happily with each other. Unfortunately, your love for dogs or your expertise alone won’t be enough when you have to run a successful dog training business. You have […]
In-home Training Vs. Board And Train: Which One Should You Go For?
If you’ve thought about training your dog, you’ve obviously come across the option of in-home training and board and train. Both the two options have their own advantages and disadvantages and it is important that you’re weighing them before making a decision. There are a couple of reasons why in-home training is superior when searching […]
How to Become a Certified Dog Trainer?
Are you looking to become a professional dog trainer? Dog training can be both fun and daunting. There are tons of things to put into consideration before making your dream career come true. Teaching a puppy or an adult canine to behave and act obediently is not a joke. It is something that needs ultimate […]