One of the most common questions I’m asked is, “When can I start agility with my puppy?” Dog agility looks fast, exciting, and like a great way to have fun together. But here’s what surprises most people: agility with a puppy isn’t about equipment, [...]
If you’re living with an excited dog who barks, lunges, spins, or seems unable to listen, you’re not alone. Maybe your dog explodes at the end of the leash. Maybe they grab treats, nip hands, or bounce off the walls when something exciting happens. [...]
Holiday celebrations can feel magical to us, but for our dogs they can feel like a whirlwind wrapped in ribbon. Noise, guests, kids, food, new smells, wrapping paper everywhere, it is a lot. And while we might think, “My dog will be fine, he [...]
If you have ever wished your dog could slow down, think things through, and make confident choices, Vito’s Thinking Game is one of my favorite brain games for dogs because it builds those skills beautifully. I discovered it in 2010 from Italian dog trainer [...]
If your puppy is grabbing your sleeves, nipping your ankles, or turning your hands into tiny chew toys, you might be wondering if you brought home a baby alligator instead of a dog. Many people start to worry that something is wrong with their [...]
Guest post by Enya Habel Sitting here today, I can hardly believe where this journey has taken me. When I first stepped into the world of dog agility, I had no idea how deeply it would challenge me or how much it would teach [...]
Every one of us who trains dogs eventually meets a challenge that makes us question what we believe… A dog who “doesn’t respond.” A behavior that won’t change. A problem that feels unsolvable. A distraction that seems overwhelming. It’s tempting, in those moments, [...]
If you’ve ever searched “how do I train my dog to sit” or wondered how to teach a puppy to sit without constantly showing a cookie, you’re not alone. Many dogs learn to sit only when they see food in your hand, and before [...]
If you’ve ever watched dog agility, you know it is fast, exciting, and full of teamwork. Dogs race over jumps, dive through tunnels, and weave with precision. But look a little closer, and you’ll notice something that quietly makes or breaks a run: the [...]
There’s a reason so many people search for dog training tips yet still struggle with dog training in real life. Your goal might be to have a well-mannered family companion, to shine in the sport of dog agility, or to enjoy other activities with [...]
Guest post by Max Sprinz As a kid, I was so afraid of dogs that I would cross the street rather than walk past one. That was my reality for the first ten years of my life. Fast forward to today: I’m 26, a [...]
There’s nothing quite like the excitement of welcoming a new puppy into your life. Those first days are full of possibility: you imagine the adventures ahead, the bond you’ll build, and the kind of dog they’ll grow up to be. Many dog owners cross [...]
