Blog — Category_Dog_Training

Carrie Pallardy   The leash is a helpful tool for any dog owner. Clipping one on allows you step outside with your dog and explore the world safely. But some dogs do not react well to being leashed. Reactive behavior in a leashed dog can be challenging to manage. Learn about leash aggression and how you work to improve your pet’s behavior.   What is Leash Aggression?   Source Leash aggression, also referred to as leash reactivity, describes a set of behaviors dogs display when leashed and interacting with other dogs. This behavior can include barking, growling, snapping, and lunging....

Carrie Pallardy Source   Why stop at the basics? Training your dog doesn’t have to end after you have mastered commands like sit, stay, and come. You and your dog can continue to work together to learn new commends to show off at the dog park or when guests come over.   Teaching your dog tricks can continue to strengthen the bond the two of you share. Plus, trick training provides your dog both mental and physical stimulation. What are some of the canine tricks you can teach your dog to perform?   Shake Hands   Source   If you...

Carrie Pallardy Source   One of the best parts of having a dog is stepping outside and stretching your legs together. You and your leashed pup can stroll through your neighborhood and hit the trails in parks and forest preserves. Before you start walking, you’ll need to teach your dog proper leash etiquette. Loose leash walking will make your outdoor excursions easier for you and safer for your dog.   The world outside of your home is full of exciting scents and places to explore. Naturally, your dog is going to want to run wild. How do you start your...

Carrie Pallardy Source   Does your dog come when you call? Reliable recall is an essential part of training your pet. You want to know your dog will come when you call at home, but this command is especially important for off-leash runs and play outside where safety becomes an issue. You do not want your dog to ignore your calls by a busy road or near an aggressive animal. How do you get started on recall training?   It’s All About the Name   First things first: your dog needs to know her name. If she doesn’t respond to...

Harness the Power to Take Your Dogs on a Group Walk Sometimes walking Chester isn't an easy task: he's sniffing at every blade of grass, he's tugging, he's pulling you toward fellow walkers, he's trying to chase squirrels...he's just really being a challenge! Now try walking three or four Chesters. Believe it or not, it's not impossible--if you do it right, you can successfully walk several dogs at once. The right gear, training and overall know-how are needed to pull it off. Let's find out how it's done!   Starting Out Getting your dogs together, putting on their harnesses and...