"What do we do if we don't have treats?"
Today's topic is one that I talk about A LOT, and it's one major bump that people tend to run into when transferring their training to...
New Years Resolutions with your dog in mind
2018 has come and gone. It's hard to believe, isn't it?! And we're already heading into the second week of 2019! I don't know about you,...
"It's almost like you're asking him"...
Last week at class I had a student who said something that to me is so obvious after years of training with my dogs, but I take for...
My Top Five Favorite Activities for Cold Weather Enrichment
Brrrr, it’s cold out there! It’s officially Winter here in Chicagoland, and with extremely cold temperatures and blowing winds come...
Harnesses: The good, the bad, and the ugly
Those of you who have worked with me or poked around my website know that I am pretty consistent in recommending harnesses for dogs....
Using Retrospective Thinking While Training
Confession time: I did not train Regis to walk on a loose lead for the first four years of his life. At all. Nada. He’s always been on a...
Why cookie cutter advice doesn't always work; AKA sometimes google isn't the answer!
I am a HUGE fan of the internet. Even though it can sometimes be a cesspool of misinformation and bad attitudes (hellooooooo social...
Happy "Howl"-o-ween! Keep your pooch safe!
Halloween is a fun, time honored tradition for many families. We as humans love the sweet treats, the spooky costumes, and a good scare...
Adopt a Shelter Dog Month 2018: Top mistakes made when bringing home your new dog
We're almost at the end of Adopt A Shelter Dog Month! I hope these blog posts have given you some information on what adopting from a...
Adopt a Shelter Dog Month 2018: Essential supplies to have when bringing home Fido
Alright, so you've decided where you're getting your new dog from, chosen the lucky pooch, and prepared for the car ride home. What now?...
