FearLess Pet

Are you struggling with your dog’s behavior? Are you unsure how to train them or what methods to use? At the end of the day, you can probably get results from just about any training method. However, if you crave a deeper connection with your dog, one that’s based on love and trust, you must put kindness and compassion first. 

FearLess Pet has taken the fear out of dog training. Founder, Chris Durrant, once dog walker and now a professional dog trainer, had her own aggressive and reactive dog. Trainers told her to “be the boss” of her dog and that her dog would never have friends. Chris refused to accept that and proceeded to learn about dog behavior and using positive reinforcement on her own, eventually becoming a trainer herself. Not only did her dog respond positively, he went on to make many friends - both human and dog. Chris also used what she had learned with the dogs she walked, many of whose owners insisted they needed prong collars and choke chains to “behave properly”. Needless to say, her dog walking pups also responded positively.

With all of this success, Chris decided to take her knowledge one step further by creating a line of training products and dog gear that promote comfort while dogs learn to become model canine citizens. There is no need for harsh tools when you choose kind training.

   

Chris’s goal is to pair kind training with comfortable gear for the best possible experience for dogs, in every situation. She strives to bring humans and dogs together in harmony.

Head over to FearLess Pet and learn more about their kind training and gentle gear.   Have more questions? Get the answers here. And make sure to check out their Dog Blog for free tips to get you started right away.

Your dog will thank you!

Wilf’s Place Pet Services

 

Training can and should be fun for your dog. 

If you live in the Monterey or East Bay areas and are looking for a certified dog trainer, you should check out Wilf’s Place Pet Services. The human-canine bond is Emma’s specialty, having worked with her own service dog Wilfred for 8 years. Emma has a professional certification and is currently working for a Bachelor of Science in Animal Care and Training. To say your fur baby will be in good hands seems like an understatement. 

Services include board and train, doggie day care, dog walks (solo or pack walks), in-home training, out-and-about training and training either solo or in a group. Explore each option to see which works best for your budget and needs. 

Whichever training service you choose will be personalized based on your dog’s personality, likes, dislikes, and typical exercise routine. If your dog is staying for a doggie vacation, you can choose to receive daily texts, photos or even videos of their adventures. How nice would it be to know your dog is enjoying their vacation as much as you are!

Check out all the testimonials and do not hesitate to request a meet and greet prior to your dog’s stay to ensure your comfort. 

Brain Training for Dogs

 

Do you have a hard time getting your dog’s attention? Does your dog jump on everyone or dig up your yard? Maybe your dog barks insistently or has other behavioral issues you find less than endearing. You are not alone. 

If you are ready for a change, look no further, this could be the course for you. It was developed by CPDT-KA certified dog trainer, Adrienne Farricelli. Adrienne is passionate about helping people form deeper bonds with their dogs by mentally engaging with them. Her methods are force-free and gentle. They are backed by the latest science in dog behavior research and are based on reinforcing the behaviours you want. Adrienne will help you get to the root of any issues your dog has. Every dog has a “hidden intelligence”. Adrienne can help you uncover that intelligence and transform your dog into an exceptional canine citizen.

Go to www.Scottshobby.com to opt in and get access to “The Airplane Game”, numerous articles, reviews, a member area and the link to “Brain Training for Dogs Course”. A well-mannered and happier dog is waiting for you.

Kool K9 Kids

Attention parents and kids with dogs! 

If your child is a dog lover and is 8 or over, you are both in luck. This super cute website is called Kool K9 Kids. It is an online club for kids with dogs. Its purpose is to teach your child how to engage positively and develop an even stronger bond with their furry best friends by using fun and engaging activities. 

As a member, your child will gain access to videos, audios, images, handouts, challenges, illustrations and much more. They will take an active part in a range of activities such as brain games, quizzes, cooking, challenges, and others. This fun and educational content is centered around their core values of bonding, training, safety, and life skills. The club is available 24/7 so no matter where you live, your child can participate at their own time and pace.

You can be confident that your child will only be taught positive reward-based techniques when interacting with their bestie.

Check out all the great woofer articles, meet the team of dog lovers behind it all, and grab a freebies before you make any commitment. 

Created by dog lovers for dog lovers. 

Midwest K9 Academy

When bringing a dog into your home, you want to be sure that that you pick one that fits into your family dynamic; every situation is different and not every dog is suitable for every person or family.

The Midwest K9 Academy specializes in providing dogs and training programs to fit the needs of everyone including families, government agencies and Law Enforcement. Their dogs available include puppies, companions, green dogs, emotional and support animals, therapy & service dogs and family protection dogs.

Training programs include Obedience, Protection, Detection, Agility and Service/Therapy and Puppy. Individual sessions will teach you the basics of leash training, reading your dog’s body language and introduces distractions. Group sessions add more interaction and socialization to the mix. You can even choose to the Board & Train option. Can you imagine going on vacation and picking up your dog fully trained? So much to choose from!

Already have a dog? You can absolutely bring him or her in for evaluation to be a service dog, to help with aggression towards people or other dogs or to give detection a try. Whatever your need, they have you covered.

Contact the Midwest K9 Academy for more information.

PAWfectly

If our dogs could talk, what do you think they’d say? Yup, more treats please!!!

More treats are just a few clicks away with PAWfectly. This online store has USA made treats and so much more.

There is a large variety of products for all of your dog’s needs. You can easily shop for dry or canned food, supplements and vitamins, treats and chews, toys, training aids, grooming and waste supplies. And it will all be delivered right to your front door.

The folks at PAWfectly have been in pet industry for over 50 years. They don’t sell anything they wouldn’t use themselves.

Happy shopping!

All dog, all the time. That is what the internet allows us to have right at our fingertips!

It’s no secret that the more we know about dogs, the better relationship we will have with our own. And there’s no shortage of information for us out there.

The Cozy Canine is a one stop for all your dog information needs.

Do you have questions about your dog’s health, food or behavior? Do you need training advice? From this site you will find out how to potty train your new puppy, how to curb separation anxiety and why dogs eat grass. And the list goes on and on.

There are plenty of past articles to keep you busy and learning. But also stay caught up with exclusive offers and updates from The Cozy Canine by entering your email address in the space provided on the homepage. It’s that simple.

Keep up your doggie smarts with The Cozy Canine.

Find Dog Stuff

I am passionate about dogs and I love to learn about them and in turn help others to learn about them. The more you know about dogs, the better relationship you'll have with yours.

It's so easy to learn these days, just pick up your device of choice, ask Google a question and voila you have unlimited information at your fingertips. That can be good and bad. It can be challenging to weed through all the information and find what resonates with you.

Find Dog Stuff will help you do just that, find dog stuff. It's for dog lovers and up and coming dog people. There are easy to read articles on subjects such as: how to choose the right breed for you, what you need for your new puppy, practicing leadership, dog behavior, how to choose a good dog sitter, what to expect in the senior years, age related issues, how to tell an illness from an emergency, what items are poisonous to dogs and what are good dog toys. This is the type of information us dog people need to know. No matter how many of us write about these things, it’s always good to explore another’s opinion.

The site is growing so check back often. Be sure to share an article if you like it, either on any social network, by tweeting or emailing it to another dog lover. We can never learn too much about our loyal and loving furry friends.

Useful Website - Secrets to Dog Training

Canine and human language is very different. Dogs have learned to speak our language. They follow commands we teach them, read our body language and know exactly how we are feeling at all times.

In turn, it’s up to all of us to learn their language.

Dog experts have learned to speak dog language. They know how to communicate leadership to a dog. And you can learn as well.

When you are training your dog, it’s essential that you communicate clearly what you want and what you don’t want in a way your dog will understand. 

“Secrets to Dog Training” has vital information to help you communicate with your dog.  There is a free “6 Day Course” you can sign up for. Day 1 is sent to your inbox within minutes.  The first lesson is all about “Jumping”.

There is also the “Secrets to Dog Training” e-book and a 30 minute video program that you can purchase. You will learn how deal with over 25 common dog issues.

I encourage dog owners to be open to new and different training methods and ideas. The more knowledge you acquire, the more tools you will have to ensure a better relationship with your dog.

Website: Secrets to Dog Training

Training Tips

Training is an important for you and your dog. Manners and good behaviour are essential as our dogs are exposed to people and other animals.

We are responsible for our dog's behaviour, so the more respect you earn from your dog, the better.

An important part of successful training is consistency and repetition.

Here are some other tips to make training fun and successful.

Emotional

• Always begin and end training on a positive note
• If it's not happening for whatever reason, stop and do something fun (then wait and try again)
• Keep training sessions short
• Set your dog up for success (don't ask your dog to sit stay for 5 minutes right away, start with 5 seconds and work up from there)
• Reward good behaviour with affection, play time or treats (be careful not to overdo it with the treats)
• Never yell at your dog, it does not earn respect but can instill fear in your dog which you don't want 
• Interrupting a bad behaviour is easier than correcting one
• If you need to use a correction, make sure you have the right timing and intensity

Change up your rewards.  Notice what motivates your dog. Many dogs like affection, a pat on the back, a certain encouraging tone, a ball, play time just as much as food. 


Physical

• Use body language as much as you can.
• Avoid repeating commands over and over (if your dog doesn't respond the first time, calmly go to him and show him what you want)
• Watch your dog's body language for signs of stress or anxiety (such as excessive panting, licking lips, tucked tail)
• Always lead or guide your dog, don't push him*

* If you want your dog to jump up on a rock, lead him to it and guide the leash up to show him what you want. Do not hesitate or your dog will also.


Puppy Training

Not many things cuter than a puppy's face. But don't let that cute puppy face deter you from providing proper leadership and guidance. Puppy training involves commitment, consistency, love and patience. A lot of patience! You have been given a clean slate and the opportunity to mold your puppy's behaviour. Take this opportunity seriously and you won't regret it. Always keep the following in mind when training your puppy. It is always better to reward good behavior than punish bad behavior.


Trick Training

Teaching your dog tricks is a great way to stimulate his mind. And it's valuable bonding time between you and your dog. Once you have the basics down, it's natural to want to expand your dog's knowledge. There are many books and online resources for trick training. Remember to always start with simple tricks before working up to the more difficult ones. A good one to start with is how to teach a dog to roll over.


Training Tools

So many tools, so little time! There are countless training tools available and no less opinions on which ones are the best to use. At the end of the day you have to feel good about the tools you are using. If you don't your dog will know and will not respond the way you want.

When introducing a new tool, let your dog smell it and get used to it before you use it. Just as you must feel good about the tools you use, so should your dog.

Remember tools are there to help and aid you, but a dog who truly respects you as his leader will require no tools at all.

Everyday life training

As well as your scheduled training time, you can incorporate the basic commands into your everyday life.

• have your dog sit periodically during your walk
• ask your dog to sit/stay while waiting for the dinner bowl
• practice patience training (working up to a longer sit and stay)
• have your dog lie in his bed during dinner time

Training Methods

There are many training methods out there. Don't assume you have to be loyal to one method. Do what works for you and your dog. Sometimes you have to be creative and try different things to get your dog to respond. And if you have more than one dog, the method of training you use for one may not work for the other.

Be careful if you are using treats to train your dog. Certainly food can be a good motivator for most dogs, but make sure you don't overdo it. The last thing you want is a dog that won't listen to you unless you have a treat for him.

Remember teaching your dog new things can and should be fun. Happy training!