The Truth About Your Dog’s “Issues” (It’s Not What You Think)
The Truth About Your Dog’s “Issues” (It’s Not What You Think) I had an interesting conversation yesterday that I need to share with you. A client asked me if I thought their Golden Retriever might have “doggy autism” because he couldn’t focus and acted out constantly. I almost laughed (but didn’t, because they were genuinely […]
The Conversation About Your Dog That Will Change Everything
The Conversation About Your Dog That Will Change Everything A dog trainer’s honest take on why your training efforts might not be working I recently hung out with some close friends who were dealing with a scary situation – their dog had started snapping at their kids’ friends during playdates. The frustration in their voice […]
Does Your Dog Need Professional Training? Here’s What You Should Know
Does Your Dog Need Professional Training? Here’s What You Should Know Most dog owners have questions and concerns before investing in professional training. After conducting hundreds of free training evaluations, I’ve noticed certain questions come up consistently. Let me address these common concerns to help you decide if professional training is right for your dog. […]
Transforming Foster Dogs’ Lives One Training Session at a Time
Transforming Foster Dogs’ Lives One Training Session at a Time In our years of working with foster dogs, we’ve discovered something surprising: many foster families believe we’re simply providing daycare services for their foster pups. Today, I want to pull back the curtain and share what really happens when a foster dog spends time with […]
Why We Don’t Use Clickers in Our Dog Training Approach
Why We Don’t Use Clickers in Our Dog Training Approach. Many dog owners assume clickers are essential for proper dog training. They’re everywhere in dog training videos, online tutorials, and local training classes. It’s easy to believe that without this small plastic tool, you’re somehow doing training wrong. But after working with thousands of dogs […]
Will boarding make your dog’s anxiety worse? Our findings…
Will boarding make your dog’s anxiety worse? Our findings… Hey there, Let me address something I hear from worried dog parents all the time: “My dog has separation anxiety. Won’t boarding make it worse?” It’s a completely valid concern. And the answer isn’t as simple as yes or no. The truth? It depends entirely […]
Why I Leave Training Tools On Dogs 24/7
Why I Leave Training Tools On Dogs 24/7 (And Why The Best Results Come From Clients Who Do The Same) I’m about to share one of the most controversial pieces of advice I give to my serious clients: For a few crucial weeks during training, the training tools should stay ON your dog almost all […]
“She Bites When Excited and Won’t Come When Called” – The Most Common Dog Problems We Solve
“She Bites When Excited and Won’t Come When Called” – The Most Common Dog Problems We Solve I got an email this morning that stopped me in my tracks. A desperate dog owner wrote: “I want her to be a good dog who can listen and is safe. Mostly I want to make sure I’m […]
The $5 Training Tool That Changed Everything For My SLC Dog Clients
The $5 Training Tool That Changed Everything For My SLC Dog Clients After 17+ years working with Salt Lake City dogs, I’ve discovered what might be the simplest, most powerful training hack ever. It costs under $5, requires zero skill, and can transform your relationship with your dog in under 48 hours. The Miracle Solution? […]
What Fido’s Tail Is Really Saying (And Why Most Owners Miss It)
What Fido’s Tail Is Really Saying (And Why Most Owners Miss It) Have you ever wished you could understand what your dog is thinking? While they can’t speak our language, they’re constantly communicating – especially with their tails. But here’s the problem: most of us are misreading these crucial signals. The Tale of Zinnia’s […]