All about loose leash walking
There are two groups of dog guardians: those who enjoy going for a walk with their dogs and guardians of dogs who pull on a leash. Going for a walk … Read more All about loose leash walking
Kind Corner: Sniff, bark, dig, chew! How to help your dog express natural behaviours
Let dogs be dogs! Sandy Middleton of Best Friends Dog Training and Behaviour explains the importance of letting our dogs express their natural behaviours and shares tips on things we … Read more Kind Corner: Sniff, bark, dig, chew! How to help your dog express natural behaviours
Training for senior dogs: Tips for keeping your dog’s mind and body healthy
Senior dogs are loving and gentle souls with their own specific needs. Many wrongly believe training is only for young and energetic dogs. Training can be an effective tool for … Read more Training for senior dogs: Tips for keeping your dog’s mind and body healthy
Keeping your adult dog sharp: Dog training for mental stimulation
Whether you recently adopted an adult dog or have had one for years, it’s never too late to improve their manners and build a stronger relationship. Here you will find … Read more Keeping your adult dog sharp: Dog training for mental stimulation
From rambunctious to refined: Tips to train your adolescent dog
If you have a teenage dog, you know this stage brings unique challenges. To help you and your dog succeed during this crucial phase of your dog’s development, we have … Read more From rambunctious to refined: Tips to train your adolescent dog
New beginnings: A guide to puppy training
Puppies bring endless love and joy to your life. They also require patience, consistency, and some guidance to ensure they become well-mannered, happy members of your family. If you’ve recently … Read more New beginnings: A guide to puppy training
Resource guarding: What is it? Why does your dog do this?
Resource guarding might look scary. Lisa Davies, owner and trainer at Pawsitively Canine, explains what resource guarding is, why dogs do it and what you should and shouldn’t do about it. … Read more Resource guarding: What is it? Why does your dog do this?
Kind Corner: Addressing unwanted behaviour in dogs
The issue with unwanted behaviour in dogs is that sometimes it’s hard to know the why behind the behaviour. So how to discourage unwanted behaviour in dogs? Jane Koopman, owner … Read more Kind Corner: Addressing unwanted behaviour in dogs
Kind Corner: How to troubleshoot and solve common dog training problems
Sometimes, when training basic cues, things might seem like they are not working. Sandy Wei of Wei With Tails shares 9 tips to help you troubleshoot common dog training problems. … Read more Kind Corner: How to troubleshoot and solve common dog training problems
Kind Corner: How to use treats in dog training – Part 3: How to fade treats
Time to learn how to fade treats in training! After exploring the importance of treats in dog training, and how to use treats to teach and not as a bribe, … Read more Kind Corner: How to use treats in dog training – Part 3: How to fade treats