The Problems with Remote Collars
You may be surprised to know that I once used these. You won’t be surprised to hear that I am really, really sorry.
Why the Latest Cesar Milan Incident Isn’t Just About a Pig
Great explanation of the hoopla for those who think it is much ado about nothing.
Why we need to challenge what our trainers tell us.
There has been enough coverage of the incident featured on Cesar 911 recently where Simon the French Bulldog cross, who had previously killed pigs, was
Breed Labels: When Guesses Turn Into Predictions
Source: Breed Labels: When Guesses Turn Into Predictions
R-E-S-P-E-C-T Find out What it Means to Me—in Dog Training
Source: R-E-S-P-E-C-T Find out What it Means to Me—in Dog Training
Myth Busted: Pit Bulls Don’t Bite Differently
Source: Myth Busted: Pit Bulls Don’t Bite Differently
How to Be the Best Dog Trainer EVER
There’s a joke every dog trainer has heard… a lot. What is the only thing that two dog trainers can agree on? That the third
But I Called A Trainer!
There have been a handful of times I have told potential clients that they probably don’t need me, and that I might not be able
In Terms of Training: Lure vs. Capture
There are several different ways to get a behavior from your dog. In this article I am going to look at two that are very
The Right Approach
Sometimes the difference between an aggressive dog and an accepting dog is the behavior of the human. Many dogs do not manifest fear in ways
Time To Walk the Dog!
Spring is here in the beautiful Boston Mountains, and if you are anything like me, you are ready to get out and enjoy it! There
Genetically Predisposed to Aggression?
We’ve all heard the news stories about people being maimed and even killed by pit bulls. So what is the truth about dog breeds and
Just QUIT!
By definition, positive reinforcement is rewarding a behavior to increase it’s frequency. So how does a positive reinforcement trainer (R+) address unwanted behavior without resorting