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Many dog owners are unaware that there are numerous big box stores, in addition to pet shops, where dogs are allowed! Bringing your puppy to a store is a great way to socialize them and help them become comfortable around people. While your puppy is still small, use a pet backpack, carrier, or sling to take them with you. Pair this experience with
Muzzles often have a negative reputation and muzzled dogs are seen as scary by people. However, it’s important to understand that muzzles are not meant to be a punishment or a tool to make a dog’s life miserable. Instead, muzzles serve as a safety tool, ensuring the well-being of everyone involved: the dog wearing the muzzle, people or other dogs she encounters, a
What is a dog treat pouch? A dog treat pouch is a small bag or pouch, often worn around the waist, that is used to hold dog treats during training sessions or walks. (jump to the list of recommended pouches) Why use a treat pouch for dog training? A dog training pouch provides convenient and quick access to treats during training sessions. Since
It can be frustrating when your dog constantly slips out of their collar. This can also be dangerous, as they may run off and get lost or injured. Dogs that are fearful, aggressive, reactive, or have a strong prey drive are particularly at risk of running away suddenly, which can have serious consequences. Fortunately, there is a solution: the Martingale collar. In this
Longline is an incredibly useful tool that can be used for dog training, walking, and more! Let’s dive into what longline is and why you might want to consider using it. What is a longline for dogs? A longline is essentially a longer leash and can range from 15ft to 50ft (5-15m) in length. Longline is supposed to be used loosely so the
What exactly are high-value treats? High-value treats are not your regular dog biscuits or zukes training treats, they are the treats that your dog will really go crazy for and probably would do anything for you. When training your dog there will be times when you need something stronger than usual training treats, and these are the situations when high-value treats will come
Collars can pose potential health issues and in some cases also create behavior issues. Instead, use a harness when walking your dog on a leash (a collar is okay for off-leash time). …
Before you go into the list below with my recommended brands for training treats, consider using something you already have – your dog’s daily kibble. Check out this article, where I explain why using regular dog food is a good idea. As a dog trainer, I’ve experimented with many brands of treats and training rewards, always searching for options that are convenient to
What Age to Start Training Your Dog? You can start training your dog at any age! For example, if you have a puppy, you can start training them as young as 8 weeks old. If your dog is no longer a puppy, you can start training them as soon as you are ready to start! What Age is Too Late to Train a