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April Schrader, CPDT-KA

8 hours ago4 min read

Why Isn’t My Dog Food Motivated?

Here’s the thing: the idea that some dogs just aren’t food motivated is a myth. All dogs need to eat to survive, so when a dog seems disinte

April Schrader, CPDT-KA

Jun 223 min read

5 Reasons Your Dog Won’t Stop Barking

Barking is a natural form of communication for dogs, allowing them to express themselves and respond to their environment. However, when...

April Schrader, CPDT-KA

Nov 15, 20223 min read

Does Your Dog Really "Know" Sit?

Most people say their dog knows sit, however the definition of "knows" tends to vary quite a bit. Depending on who you ask some dogs...

Karen Pryor

Apr 19, 20194 min read

15 Clicker Training Tips & Tricks

Push and release the springy end of the clicker, making a two-toned click. Then immediately treat. Do not click and then click again when...

Jeffrey Causby, CTDI, ACDT

Apr 7, 20191 min read

Why Your Puppy Should Be a Canine Good Citizen

The American Kennel Club offers a very important title that you and your dog can acheive called the Canine Good Citizen or CGC. They also...

Jeffrey Causby, ABCDT

Feb 14, 20192 min read

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 8, 20192 min read

Should You Allow Your Dog On The Furniture?

It depends.... Are you able to get your dog off of the furniture without yelling, pulling, yanking, or physically removing them from the...