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April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Jan 20, 20234 min read
5 Really Reliable Recall Tips
We've all seen it, that dog owner screaming at the top of their lungs trying to get their dog to come back to no avail. Frankly, if I...
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April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Jan 19, 20232 min read
Top 5 Delicious & Healthy Lick Mat Toppings for Dogs
Just like us humans dogs love to snack and what better way to enjoy a snack than on a lick mat. Licking releases endorphins in your dogs...
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April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Nov 29, 20223 min read
3 Things Humans do That Cause Food/Toy Aggression
Also known as resource guarding, toy/food aggression is when a dog will exhibit behaviors such as growling, lunging, barking or even...
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April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Nov 22, 20222 min read
3 Super Easy Ways to Enrich Your Dogs Life
Dogs need enrichment, enrichment gives your dog an outlet for naturally desired behaviors. These activities can reduce stress, anxiety,...
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April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Nov 16, 20225 min read
5 Tips For Surviving Your Puppy's First Week
It's that time of year again, Christmas is fast approaching which means PUPPIES for presents! Gifting a puppy for Christmas is a lifelong...
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April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Nov 15, 20223 min read
Does Your Dog Really "Know" Sit?
Most people say their dog knows sit, however the definition of "knows" tends to vary quite a bit. Depending on who you ask some dogs...
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April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Nov 14, 20223 min read
How Long Does it Take to Train a Dog
How long will it take to train my dog? This is a question I get from clients all the time and it is never easy to answer. Dogs like...
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April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Nov 8, 20223 min read
The Dos and Don'ts of SOCIALIZING Your Puppy
The Do's Focus on the essentials: Introduce your dog to a variety of places, people, dogs and situations they are likely to encounter in...
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April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Oct 25, 20222 min read
Avoid Punishing Your Dog...It Doesn't Work
Punishing your dog for behaviors you don't like will do nothing to help your dog learn what you would rather them do in those situations....
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April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Oct 16, 20223 min read
The BEST Dog Training Treats
Having the right treat for training can determine whether you have a good training session or a bad training session. Your dog must LOVE...
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April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Oct 12, 20223 min read
How to STOP Your Dogs Counter Surfing
What is counter surfing? Counter surfing is when your dog jumps up on counters and steels items such as bread, dog treats, crumbs, or...
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April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Oct 5, 20222 min read
Keep Your Child Safe Around Dogs
Every year there are around 4.5 million dog bites and over half of dog bite victims are children. Majority of dog bites to children occur...
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April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Oct 4, 20224 min read
5 Tips to STOP Puppy Biting
Your puppy's mouth is filled with 28 razor sharp teeth that love to bite on your feet and hands. While it is normal and necessary for...
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April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Oct 3, 20226 min read
How to Potty Train Your Puppy FAST!
Your goal in potty training is to make your dog think that “going potty” outside is the best thing in the world, and for that...
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April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Oct 2, 20224 min read
Stop Leash Pulling in 5 EASY Steps!
Why Do Dogs Pull? The answer may surprise you...Leash pulling is caused by HUMANS, yes thats right your interactions with your dog(s) can...
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April Schrader, CPDT-KA
Oct 1, 20223 min read
How to Quickly Stop Dog Barking
Barking is a natural behavior for a dog however at times it can become excessive especially with a lack of training. Barking has multiple...
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Jeff Causby, CTDI, ABCDT
Sep 28, 20223 min read
How Stop Puppy Jumping
Learn our Certified Dog Trainer's top tips on How To Stop Your Puppy from Jumping on Guests, furniture, your kids, the neighbor's kids,...
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Karen Pryor
Apr 19, 20194 min read
15 Clicker Training Tips & Tricks
Push and release the springy end of the clicker, making a two-toned click. Then immediately treat. Do not click and then click again when...
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Edited by Ken Ramirez
Apr 13, 20192 min read
Empower Your Puppy Through Choice
I believe it's important to empower animals to make choices. The road to empowerment starts with using choice-rich techniques such as...
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Jeffrey Causby, CTDI, ACDT
Apr 7, 20191 min read
Why Your Puppy Should Be a Canine Good Citizen
The American Kennel Club offers a very important title that you and your dog can acheive called the Canine Good Citizen or CGC. They also...
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