Puzzling Part 2
Here is another idea for a homemade puzzle toy. I used some old egg cartons to create a slow feeder. You can use kibble or and kind of hard treat. Mixing the food up makes the puzzle more interesting and intriguing for your dog. Be sure to always exercise caution when using materials that dogs…
Read MorePuzzling – Part 1
Boxes, bags, egg cartons and paper would normally wind up in the trash. You can use these disposal items to make homemade puzzle toys for your dogs. This is the first video from my series on “Puzzling”, a concept introduced by the extraordinary trainer Sarah Stremming from her Worked Up seminars and classes. This is the “enrichment”…
Read MoreHow to use a Scratch Board
How to make and use a Scratch Board to maintain your dog’s nails. This is a fantastic alternative to nail clipping. It helps those dogs that hate to have their nails enjoy or tolerate the process.
Read MoreBeginning Perch Training
Teaching your dog to get on a perch. Perches are used for rear end awareness and teaching heel positon.
Read MoreClicker Basics
Learning to “Shape” a behavior with a clicker is a great way to expand your training toolbox. By allowing your dog to offer behaviors and make correct choices creates confidence and commitment to their training. This video will help give you the foundation techniques to get started.
Read MorePart 1 on Teaching your dog to Stay
Having a solid stay is essential to having a well trained dog. On this video, I discuss the foundation of “Stay”. It is important to take your time and be patient with your dog or puppy. The “Stay” is saying freeze. I would only use this cue if I wanted the dog to keep the position they were left in.
Read MoreTraining Treats
Having the right type of rewards will help you get the most out of your training. On this video, I talk about food rewards and the different levels and types to use. https://youtu.be/A7kgqelBqc8
Read MoreTake a break or Go to bed
Teaching your dog to “Take a break” or “Go to Bed” is a very useful exercise with all dogs. Whether your dog is a family pet or competition obedience or agility dog this gives your dog a clear alternative behavior to work or unwanted movement around the house. This video will show the foundation steps…
Read MoreHow to teach Loose Leash walking
How do you teach your dog to walk on a loose leash? It takes practice and patience. Consistency is key! Don’t expect an overnight miracle because you will need to build it step by step. The biggest mistake dog owners make is going too far of a distance with a young dog and expecting brilliance. The sooner…
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