Classic pet dog training - yes, even the positive reinforcement kind - focuses on getting dogs to follow cues... but service dogs have to think for themselves, and really all dogs should be able to do... ...more
Dog Tranining Tips ,Service Dogs
September 14, 2023•9 min read
Play dead is the oldest trick in the book, and while it may be an oldie, it is most definitely a goodie. It is adorable, easy to teach, and furthermore, it is incredibly useful. ...more
Dog Tranining Tips
November 12, 2021•5 min read
So you're training your puppy to be a service dog? Here's what you need to know about training in public spaces. ...more
Dog Tranining Tips ,Service Dogs
September 19, 2021•6 min read
Your dog's brain is like a butterfly -To explain, we'll have to delve into the neuroscience of adolescence and why it's a terrible time to work on obedience, but a great time to work on mindfulness an... ...more
Dog Tranining Tips ,Puppies
August 04, 2021•8 min read
What's the difference between a therapy dog, an emotional support dog, and a psychiatric service dog? You might be surprised. ...more
Dog Tranining Tips ,Service Dogs
July 03, 2021•4 min read
The autism dog is the latest accessory for autistic kids. While we have some wonderful success stories among our clients, we have seen far more failures than successes. Here are six reasons why. ...more
Dog Tranining Tips ,Service Dogs &autism
August 01, 2020•11 min read
When you have a new puppy, this one simple mistake can have deadly consequences. ...more
Dog Tranining Tips ,Puppies
September 02, 2019•9 min read
Playing a few simple games can turn this most-annoying of puppy behaviors around. ...more
Dog Tranining Tips
August 07, 2018•11 min read
I want to talk about the biggest cause of problem behaviour. Any time you are struggling with your dog, you should make sure you cross this off the list first. ...more
Dog Tranining Tips
August 01, 2017•4 min read