In order to empathize with someone’s experience you must be willing to believe them as they see it and not how you imagine their experience to be. – Brené Brown

by admin | Feb 22, 2023 | Dog Owners, Dog Training World

As a dog trainer, I always wonder if it is a good idea to share some of the dark sides of my trade, so I decided – I am. I will use the intro from Dr Jen’s Dog Blog about HARSH TRUTHS AND DIFFICULT CHOICES: THE REALITY OF BEHAVIORAL EUTHANASIA, because I...

Don’t Overlook the Importance of Fulfilling Your Dog’s Natural Drives

by admin | Feb 18, 2023 | Dog Owners

In this blog, we’ll discuss how engaging your dog in activities fulfilling their natural drives leads to a happier, well-behaved pet. Various breeds have specific drives and play preferences. If left unsatisfied, these preferences can result in behaviour problems....

Transform Your Dog Training with the Power of Play

by admin | Feb 7, 2023 | Dog Owners, Dog Training World

Honestly, I can’t say it any better than Jay Jack, here’s what he wrote: Discover the incredible benefits of using games in your dog training routine. Not only do games build essential skills, but they also develop your dog’s character and foster a...

“What would you attempt to do if you knew you could not fail?”- Robert Schuller

by admin | Jan 25, 2023 | Dog Owners, Dog Training World

I would love to see a dog training industry where trainers don’t disparage one another and can not only agree to disagree about training methods and tools but even put the dogs first by referring clients to trainers with different methods. I don’t think we will...

Friedrich Nietzshe – Sometimes people don’t want to hear the truth because they don’t want their illusions destroyed.

by admin | Jan 21, 2023 | Dog Owners, Dog Training World

Teaching Old Dogs New Tricks: Aligning Goals and Managing Stress Yes, you can teach an old dog new tricks as long as the dog is physically and mentally capable of learning. The challenge arises when your goals differ from your dog’s. When a dog experiences distress...

Question: Why research dog breeds before adopting or buying?

by admin | Dec 1, 2022 | Dog Owners, Dog Training World

Understanding Your Dog’s Breed Characteristics Before adopting a dog, it’s vital to understand its breed’s exercise, mental stimulation, and drive needs. Each breed group has unique characteristics and instincts that we’ll discuss below.   The Origins...

Hurt people, hurt people – an ugly trend rearing it head in my industry

by admin | Nov 18, 2022 | Dog Owners, Dog Training World

Uniting various training methodologies for the benefit of dogs and their owners: As an Autistic Dog Trainer, communication can be challenging. I’m seeking to build a network of trainers with diverse approaches to refer clients beyond my expertise. If...