Teaching a dog to take treats gently not only reduces the likelihood of being nipped, it teaches dogs impulse control. There are various techniques used by trainers to teach dogs to take treats gentle. I am going to begin by sharing methods I find effective.
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How to Teach your Dog a New Command 10x Better Than the Average Dog Owner
Owners grow frustrated when their dogs struggle to learn a command or exhibit a behavior. Often times, humans mistakenly believe the word ‘stay’, along with supporting hand gestures, are sufficient enough to prevent the dog from moving. Each time the dog breaks command, the owner reprimands the dog and repeats the sit command. Had they …
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Mastering the Walk with a Reactive Dog
You take your dog for a walk, and another dog passes by. Your dog begins to pull you toward the other dog. He is also barking and lunging and making a lot of noise. You try to hide behind a car or shove treats in your dog’s mouth to no avail. All you want is …
A Day in the Life of a Dog Trainer
Your day begins with a review of the appointments you have scheduled for the day. Review each case individually. It is important to know what you did with the dog at prior lessons and what the main goals of the client are. If you are just starting out you may feel you don’t need to …
The Number One Piece of Information You Need to Know Before Working in the Dog Training Field.
I spent years reading books and articles and watching TV programs on the craft of dog training. I started each program filled with enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Eagerly, I filled my pockets with treats, attached the leash to my dog and applied the techniques I learned. Each training session ended in disappointment for me …
Ask the Dog Trainer Episode 3
A dog owner asked how she can stop her dog from jumping at people as they pass on a walk. Since she doesn’t see that many dogs on walks, she isn’t sure how to practice the new behavior. Jessica provides some tips for this question. If you have a question for our dog trainers, email …
Dog Barking: Separation Anxiety or Behavioral Issue?
Beth asked why her dog barks every time she leaves the house. Without evaluating her dog and learning more, we discussed several different options ranging from boredom to separation anxiety. Check out the video below if you suffer with the same issues. You may be able to resolve the issue with something as simple as …
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How I Made a Career Change to Dog Training
The first item we posted on this blog was this inspirational quote by Michael Nolan: “There are many things in life that will catch your eye, but only a few will catch your heart. Pursue these.” Although I discovered this quote long after I pursued my desire to work with animals, it is a great …
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Your Journey Begins with ISCDT
“There are many things in life that will catch your eye, but only a few will catch your heart. Pursue these.” …
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