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3 Reasons Your Puppy is Still Peeing Inside
Bringing a new puppy into your home is an exciting and joyful experience. Yet, along with the cuddles and playtime comes the...
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Aug 9, 20232 min read
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Why Won't My Dog Listen?
As dog owners, we cherish the companionship and connection we share with our furry friends. However, there may be moments when we find...
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Jul 11, 20232 min read
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Fireworks Anxiety in Dogs
Fireworks can be a dazzling sight for us humans, but for many dogs, they can be a source of fear and anxiety. Whether you have a new...
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Jun 28, 20234 min read
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Why Won't My Dog Listen? Decoding "Stubborn" Dogs
As dog owners, we've all experienced moments of frustration when our furry friends seem to ignore our cues. "Why won't my dog listen?"...
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Jun 1, 20234 min read
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Attention Barking: 5 Tips to Stop It Now
As a dog owner, you've probably experienced demand barking. It's when your dog barks at you repeatedly, demanding your attention or...
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
May 9, 20233 min read
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Your Dog Is Not Stubborn: What you Need to Know!
As a dog trainer, I hear the phrase "my dog is so stubborn" on a regular basis. But the truth is, dogs aren't stubborn. They don't...
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
May 5, 20233 min read
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Understanding Your Dog's Protective Behavior: Are They Protecting You or Themselves?
Dogs are often seen as loyal and protective companions to their human owners. We've all heard stories of dogs putting themselves in...
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Apr 16, 20232 min read
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Chew No More: Understanding & Managing Your Dog's Destructive Behavior
If you're a dog owner, you've probably experienced the frustration of coming home to find your favorite pair of shoes or a piece of...
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Apr 14, 20232 min read
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Mouthy Mayhem: Why Puppies Love to Chew Everything in Sight
Puppies are indeed adorable creatures that are known for their playful and curious nature. One of the most common behaviors that puppies...
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Mar 25, 20232 min read
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"Why Are Dogs So Noisy? The Science Behind Their Incredible Sense of Smell"
Dogs have an incredibly advanced sense of smell that allows them to detect even the slightest odors and differentiate between them with...
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Mar 23, 20232 min read
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Why Dogs Dig and How to Stop It: Best Practices for Managing the Behavior
Digging is a natural and instinctive behavior for dogs. It is a behavior that serves many purposes such as searching for prey, creating a...
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Mar 21, 20232 min read
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Separation Anxiety in Dogs: Understanding the Signs, Emotions, and Causes
Separation anxiety is a common behavior issue that many dogs experience. It can be distressing for both the dog and their owner, and it's...
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Mar 20, 20233 min read
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The Best Way to Manage Dog Reactivity
Finding the best way to manage your dogs reactivity can be difficult, and believe me I get it! Before becoming a dog trainer I struggled...
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Feb 28, 20234 min read
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How to Manage Fighting Between Your Dogs
When treating inter household dog aggression management is Key, management comes down to preventing opportunities for your dogs to fight....
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Feb 18, 20234 min read
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3 Things Humans do That Cause Food/Toy Aggression
Also known as resource guarding, toy/food aggression is when a dog will exhibit behaviors such as growling, lunging, barking or even...
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Nov 29, 20223 min read
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How to STOP Your Dogs Counter Surfing
What is counter surfing? Counter surfing is when your dog jumps up on counters and steels items such as bread, dog treats, crumbs, or...
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Oct 12, 20223 min read
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5 Tips to STOP Puppy Biting
Your puppy's mouth is filled with 28 razor sharp teeth that love to bite on your feet and hands. While it is normal and necessary for...
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Oct 4, 20224 min read
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How to Quickly Stop Dog Barking
Barking is a natural behavior for a dog however at times it can become excessive especially with a lack of training. Barking has multiple...
April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Oct 1, 20223 min read
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How Stop Puppy Jumping
Learn our Certified Dog Trainer's top tips on How To Stop Your Puppy from Jumping on Guests, furniture, your kids, the neighbor's kids,...
Jeff Causby, CTDI, ABCDT
Sep 28, 20223 min read
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How To Stop Your Dog From Jumping
#1) The first thing you need to do is start ignoring the dog and stop speaking to the dog when they do jump. This is only teaching the...
Jeffrey Causby, ABCDT
Feb 14, 20192 min read
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