Walking on a leash can be a challenge when your dog is a dedicated puller. Dogs pull for many reasons, ranging from excitement to curiosity, and learning to walk on a loose leash doesn’t come naturally to them. However, with regular practice and the right training strategies, your dog can master this skill. This course,…
Registration is now open for our upcoming bi-monthly hybrid walks, where fitness meets fun and learning for both you and your dog! Don’t wait—registration closes Monday, December 2nd, 2024. What to Expect Our on-leash walks are designed to: Promote fitness for you and your pup 🐕🦺 Explore key elements of canine fitness Strengthen obedience skills…
Join us for a unique fitness walk where you and your dog can enjoy exercise, canine fitness tips, and obedience training like loose-leash walking! 🏃♀️🐶 🗓️ Date/Time: November 2nd, 9 AM – 10 AM📍 Location: Santa Fe (pre-determined spot)🔗 Registration closes: October 30th Open to dogs 5 months and up who are comfortable around others….
Welcome to C.H.A.C.O.’s Canine Fitness Corner, Fit Pups! Join us for our unique bi-monthly hybrid walks—a perfect mix of fitness, fun, and learning for you and your dog. 🏃♂️🐶 During these on-leash walks, we’ll focus on canine fitness and obedience training like loose-leash walking and attention to the handler. 🔸 Open to eight handlers and…
Recently in class, a participant asked me if she could replace using treats to motivate her dog with praise for the behaviors they were learning. This question, or variations of it, is common among dog trainers who use food as a reinforcer. While I appreciate owners questioning procedures, this particular question amuses and frustrates me….
Dinner for Two – Is Your Dog Coffee-shop Ready? Join me in this free webinar as we explore what it takes to have a dog that can handle with aplomb and politeness the highly-stimulating environment of a coffee-shop. Among the topics covered… Is your dog a good candidate for a coffee-shop outing? How can you…
Effective dog training involves understanding the nuances of reinforcement, particularly when it comes to using food as a tool. In a recent session with a client and her dog, a common misunderstanding surfaced regarding the difference between using food as a reinforcer and using it as a bribe. The client, perplexed by my suggestion to…
In a world inundated with buzzwords and marketing jargon, it’s crucial to pause and reflect on the true meaning behind phrases like “positive reinforcement” in dog training. Let’s delve into why this method goes beyond the superficial, offering a profound connection between the trainer and their four-legged companion. Positive reinforcement, as defined by behavioral sciences,…
For some dogs impulse control at the front door is literally mission impossible. Rio is one of those dogs! Her impulse control in other circumstances such as waiting to be released to go after a toy is superb. The reason behind the lack of impulse control at the front door could be for a myriad…
Join the waitlist for my Monthly training subscription program. The sessions are all remote so no need to leave your home. Program begins end of January 2024. A great solution for pet parents that want to provide their dog with a more enriching life and environment but do not know where to start! The monthly…