Walking your dog should be a relaxing and enjoyable activity, but for many pet parents, it turns into a constant battle against pulling. Whether your dog is excited, curious, or just eager to explore, leash pulling is a common challenge. The good news? With patience, practice, and the right training techniques, you can teach your…
In this post, I want to review some of the most popular equipment designed to minimize leash pulling. While no gear will automatically teach your dog not to pull, the right tools can make walks more manageable as you train your dog to walk politely on a leash. Key Considerations for Choosing Equipment When selecting…
As I sat at a local restaurant, enjoying the passing scenes, my attention was drawn to an older man walking a young Golden Retriever. The dog, curious and full of energy, occasionally wandered away, only to be pulled back on the leash. The interaction was automatic, devoid of communication or connection. This scene is all…
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…