Owners looking for dog training support for common canine issues like barking, rough play, separation anxiety in dogs, and more will find these a helpful starting point. Dog Coach offers balanced dog training that teaches owners to be the calm, confident leader all dogs need.
Many dog owners feel like they are constantly trying to tire their dog out. Long walks. Games of fetch. Trips to the park. Lick mats. Toys. More play. More activity. But sometimes, that’s not actually the right question. What started as a 30-minute walk becomes an hour. Then two. And your dog still seems restless….
Dog reactivity is a term used to describe dogs who have exaggerated emotional responses to certain triggers. “Reactive” dogs overreact to something with behavior that is overexcited, angry, frustrated, or anxious. Often characterized by excessive barking, pulling, jumping, or lunging, dog reactivity is a disproportionate emotional response and usually a symptom of an underlying issue…
You want a better-behaved dog, but where do you begin? Simple steps can help you start to change your relationship with your dog. While the following tips may not change or eliminate behaviors completely, starting on the basics will help if and when you decide to work with a professional dog trainer. Dog Coach teaches…
Separation anxiety in dogs can make your life, and your dog’s, much more challenging than it needs to be. The good news is that it is fixable, and you can stop the barking, whining, chewing, digging, and pawing. Your leadership is the key ingredient to changing this behavior to create a calm and secure dog….
Keeping a leash on your dog while inside your home is an easy and effective way to guide your dog’s behavior. Leashes are traditionally used on walks, outside of the house, but added training value can be found in using them inside. Many people seek out dog training because they are looking for more control…
It’s typical and natural for a puppy or an untrained dog to put the leash in their mouth. It takes patience to work with your dog to make walks and daily life less frustrating, and see them drop their leash. Here are points to remember as you start to convey better on-leash expectations to your…
While dog parks may seem like a good idea, they can compromise your dog’s calm, manageable state of mind and all the work you’ve done on training your dog. You can never be quite sure who is there and how other dogs will behave. Instead, opt for one of these choices that support your balanced…
Socialization of your dog is built on your human-canine relationship before it’s time for a fun canine-canine interaction. Leadership precedes socialization. Socialization of dogs goes beyond the simple concept of “mixing with others” and “let the dogs work it out.” Your dog is properly socialized when he has learned to behave acceptably whether he is…
What Housebreaking Really Is Housebreaking can feel frustrating. You take your dog outside, nothing happens. Then they come inside and go on the floor. It starts to feel confusing or even intentional. Housebreaking isn’t a behavior problem. It’s a timing and management problem. Your dog hasn’t yet learned: Until those pieces are clear, accidents will…
Rough play can look intense. Growling, chasing, body slamming, wrestling. It can sound aggressive, especially if you’re not sure what you’re looking at. So the question becomes: Is this normal, or is it a problem? And maybe more importantly, What happens when you step in? Rough Play Isn’t the Problem Many dogs play this way….