Training
Teaching an “off” switch
When you’re done petting or playing. One of the things I teach all my dogs is that when I say “No more,” it means I’m done petting. When I’m playing…
Read MoreEasy Activity – Teaching a Dog to Target
A simple, fun, foundation behavior. Similar to Hand Targeting, Wendy, All Dogs Gym’s Director of Training, demonstrates getting started with several of her own dogs—shaping the dog to nose-touch a…
Read MoreEasy Activity – Shaping Behaviors
Shaping behavior is also called “successive approximation.” It is moving a behavior in small (even tiny) increments getting closer and closer to the ultimate goal behavior. The trainer communicates with…
Read MoreFood Dish Training
An Easy Activity–An Element of self-control. This easy activity focuses on teaching your dog to wait when you put his food dish on the floor until released to eat. This…
Read MoreEasy Activity – Simple Training Tips
Improving your dog’s behavior … without really trying. During the Covid shut-downs, we regularly posted ideas to do with your dog at home. This article is about using every-day tasks…
Read MoreEasy Activity – Come When Called
A Simple, Fun Behavior. This easy activity is teaching come when called. We start with a Hand Touch, which, If you haven’t trained it yet, you’ll find instructions in our…
Read MoreDog Temperament
Dog Disposition & Personality. A simple truth: dogs have different dispositions and personalities. This seems so basic it needs no discussion. No one would expect a French Bulldog to have the…
Read MoreLeash Reactivity – Part 2
Dealing with On-leash Aggression. Barking, growling, lunging, snarling—all undesirable behaviors that your dog displays when on-leash—called “leash reactivity.” Eliminating leash reactivity starts with recognizing your dog’s “triggers”—the visual provocations that…
Read MoreI need help now!
We wish we could help you. In the meantime … If you’ve tried to make an appointment for a behavior consultation or private lessons with us, or with another reputable…
Read MorePuppy Pointer Series – Crate Training
A crate, also called a cage or kennel, is a wire, wood or fiberglass enclosure big enough for your dog to lie down, stand up, and turn around – no…
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