Dogs are pack animals, and as such they thrive under structure, boundaries and leadership. These three concepts are key components in our training philosophy. Let’s talk today about 5 easy ways to become a better leader for your dog. Spoiler alert: In doing so, you’re also going to build a stronger bond with your dog! 1. Make sure all good things [...]
The other day I went rollerblading with my German Shepherd, Havok. I can't tell you how many dogs we passed that were reactive, aggressive or uncontrolled. It was rather obnoxious. Fortunately, there are ways to protect your dog from other dogs while on walks. In this blog, I give you FIVE TIPS to do just that! These tips will help you [...]
Board and Train student, Beau Are you looking for a dog friendly store? Maybe you have a puppy that needs to be socialized. Or perhaps you have an adult dog who’s trained and you want to proof his obedience around distractions. You probably know that stores like Home Depot and Zamzows are dog-friendly. But this list is different! I [...]
One of the questions we get asked a lot is, how do I build a better bond with my dog? Our answer, of course, is training! You’d be amazed at how quickly you can bond with your dog through training. It’s primal, it’s instinctual, and in a dog’s world, it just makes sense! Here are 5 small ways to build a [...]
One of my favorite programs is also one of the most thankless services we offer. That is, the Puppy Head Start Board and Train. Puppy training in general is fine. People really enjoy bringing their puppies in for lessons and drop-in puppy classes. They tend to accept responsibility for their puppy’s behavior and understand that a big part of their puppy’s [...]