The McBriber – Prevention and Treatment
by Kara Hollars, owner of Personal Family Dog Trainer.
The Problem
You see a person working with their dog, using treats as a reward. The person shows the dog a treat, then asks them for a behavior. The dog complies 100% of the time, which looks very impressive! This goes on for some time. Suddenly, a look of panic crosses the persons face. They’ve run out of treats! They ask their dog for another behavior, the dog looks for the treat, then gets up and walks away. The owner follows, desperately trying to get the dog to listen. What went wrong? (more…)
Service Dog Training
Service dogs play an essential role in the lives of many people, providing not only companionship but also crucial assistance that enhances their quality of life. These specially trained dogs can perform a variety of tasks to help people with disabilities, from guiding visually impaired individuals to detecting changes in blood sugar levels for diabetics. The process of training a service dog is rigorous and tailored to the specific needs of the handler. My article below delves into the multifaceted roles of service dogs, the benefits of their training, and how to find and hire a professional service dog trainer.
What to do if your dog is aggressive
by Andrea Marx CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA, CDBC, FDM.
Dogs communicate with us and other dogs all the time. Unfortunately, if you aren’t trained to see behaviors that precede barking, lunging and biting, it can look to you like your dog just randomly acts aggressive. It’s always a good idea to consult your veterinarian when your dog is acting differently or more agitated. Train aggressive dogs. Most aggressive outbursts don’t come out of nowhere. Lots of body language is used in dogs to tell us about how they are feeling about certain things. (more…)
Best Practices For Behavior Training Dogs
by Vivian Zottola, MSc, Human Dog Relationship Therapist, & founder of BostonK9Concierge LLC.
When teaching any non verbal individual, whether a human child or non human animal (pet dog), there really is no place or need to use force or pain. Kind training is supported by the veterinary community in peer reviewed scientific literature, American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), as well as medical and psychiatric community. AVSAB, the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior recently published an updated position statement stating the same. (more…)
Smart Puppy Training
Welcoming a new puppy into your home is an adventure, and it brings its own set of trials. From mastering potty training to instilling fundamental commands, the initial months are pivotal for shaping your pup’s behavior. While a ton of resources exist for training your furry companion, seeking assistance from a private dog trainer can elevate your experience significantly. In this detailed exploration, I’ll uncover the art of pet smart puppy training with the aid of a professional, unveiling the keys to nurturing a poised and harmonious canine companion.
