Do You Dread Taking Your Dog For A Walk?
I was in Newport, RI yesterday. I drove out to help a dog owner with teaching her dog to come when called. I was there for 45 minutes and made a big observation. There are …
Behavior Problems
What Is A Reactive Dog?
“I’m afraid my dog is going to kill another dog,” Pamela said. She was sitting across from me talking about her dog Zeus. Zeus is a friendly, big, beautiful Rottweiler and as I looked back …
Is There A Cure For The Reactive/Aggressive Dog?
Yes, but first let me share with you how I almost peed my pants. I’ll admit it. I was nervous. Even after all the years I have been in the business, working K9 security, as …
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Does Dog Training Confuse You?
“Dog training is confusing.” This is a common statement I hear when I first meet with a new client. I hear this too: “I was told to never play tug with my dog.” “I read …
Positive Reinforcement Dog Training Has Limitations
Positive reinforcement has its limitations. This is sure to get me in hot water. But in my never ending quest to help you understand and train your dog, I will forge on and brave the …
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Cure For The Reactive Dog
Years ago I worked as a private investigator for a large security firm out of Boston. My job was to work at different businesses undercover to root out any theft or illegal activities. The job …
Why People Struggle With Dog Training – New Podcast
My friend was struggling. She was trying to teach her service dog to pick up items on command. She wanted her dog to pick up specific items when she asked for them. This is a …
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Science Based Dog Training That Gets FAST Results
Have you ever thought about why we don’t like going to the dentist? Or why we don’t like snakes, heights, sharks or Justin Bieber’s music? I can tell you why with one word: Pain. No …
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The Time I Was Attacked
Last week I took time out of my busy schedule and did a career day talk at the Somerset Middle School. My niece is a guidance counselor there and since I happen to be the …
Off Leash Dog Training On Bristol RI Bike Path
I was dog training in Bristol, RI yesterday when an amazing thing happened. It was completely unexpected. People cheered, they smiled, they were excited by what they saw. What was this incredible event? What had …