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When Will My Puppy Stop Biting? Professional trainer explains
Jan 9, 2024
When will your puppy stop biting? It’s a question, huh? Let’s discuss the why, the when and how with a professional trainer.
Is Giardia Common in Puppies? Understanding the Prevalence and Prevention
Jan 8, 2024
Explore Giardia in puppies: prevalence, risks, and effective prevention strategies!
Best Equipment For Large Reactive Dogs 2024
Jan 7, 2024
Your choice of equipment is incredibly important when it comes to large reactive dogs. Any time we take our reactive dog out in public we're exposing ourselves to a risk that a 'normal' (quoted, because there's no such thing, but let's deem that to mean "Socially...
19 Best Dog Coats For Winter 2024 – Tried & Tested
Jan 7, 2024
Dog coats come in as many, and more varieties than the breeds we have, fit for all kinds of weather, and cover all needs of fall, winter and spring. But the market is kind of dazzling when you don't know what you're looking for. And I know that, because I went from...
14 Best Escape Proof Dog Harnesses 2024 – According To A Pro Trainer
Jan 7, 2024
Escape proof harnesses, you have a houndini too, huh? Finding a no-escape harness can be tough, but I've done all the leg work for you in this best harness list. Your dog ducks their head and reverses, and suddenly that harness is gone, and they're prancing through...
Prong Collars: Everything you need to know (2024)
Jan 6, 2024
As subjects go, Prong collars are pretty divisive in the dog world. When the parents of a large dog (particularly, though small breeds are not exempt) raise the question of loose leash walking or stopping their dog from pulling on their leash, the subject gets...
2024’s Best Puppy Toys – And They’re All On Amazon!
Jan 6, 2024
Fed up of puppy toys that die too quickly? Want to know the best ones out there and stop wasting money? Your answers are right here…
Clicker training vs marker word; what’s more effective? 2024
Jan 6, 2024
So you want to train with positive reinforcement, but do you want to use a clicker, or a marker work? If you're venturing into the world of positive reinforcement training (Great choice! Did you know it increases optimism in your dog[5]?, it might be a case that...
Do Harnesses Make Dogs Pull More? Pro Trainer Explains – 2024
Jan 5, 2024
This question comes up so regularly, and I really want to take a moment to debunk this. Some people claim that having a flat collar around your dog's neck can give better control, others will claim that front-clip harnesses are the best solution, some even claim head...
What is Operant Conditioning in Dog Training? 2024
Jan 5, 2024
Professional dog trainers use something called "Operant conditioning" when training dogs, it sounds quite complex, but it's quite easy to understand. In dog training, it's the base of where a lot of the labels trainers give themselves come from. Like "Balanced"...
Best (& Worst!) Harnesses for German Shepherd Dogs in 2024
Jan 4, 2024
I got sick of the so called "best" harness recommendations for german shepherds online - they're trash I'm sorry. I knew you guys deserved an accurate list of stuff that's actually been tested on a German Shepherd, who's tested some of the biggest names on the market,...
Why You Shouldn’t Use Punishment In Dog Training [2024]
Jan 4, 2024
Dog training is an essential aspect of owning a dog. It not only helps to develop a strong bond between you and your furry friend but also ensures that your dog behaves well in various situations. Traditionally, dog training has involved the use of...