by UnderstandingDogTraining | May 1, 2020 | dog management
Sometimes, even with the best of intentions, forever home doesn’t end up meaning forever. Life circumstances can change in unpredictable ways. Here are some things to do when you feel you need to rehome your pet. Why do you need to rehome your dog? If it is for...
by UnderstandingDogTraining | Mar 6, 2020 | dog bite prevention
Skippy La Roux aka Skippy Ki Yay! ~2003 to March 4, 2020 Skippy was on Craigslist. His name was Peanut back then. When I asked the guy why they were getting rid of him, he told me, “He doesn’t bark. He doesn’t play. he’s self centered. And he’s totally worthless.”’...
by UnderstandingDogTraining | Feb 29, 2020 | dog bite prevention
It seems like every day, I see some new gadget that hints that it’s like a remote control for your dog! Want your dog to stop barking? Press this button! Want your dog to stay out of the trash? Press this other button! It’s nuts! Most people know a clicker...
by UnderstandingDogTraining | Jan 28, 2020 | dog bite prevention
Today’s post is from Nickala Squire, is an honours graduate of the prestigious Academy for Dog Trainers and founder of Carefree Canine in Grand Forks, North Dakota. I’m so happy to host her blog post about her fearful dog, Sango. Nickala Squire Certified Trainer...
by UnderstandingDogTraining | Jan 3, 2020 | dog training, trainers
You see that title and I bet you’re thinking, “of course I’d never let a trainer hurt my dog. Are you kidding me?” Yet with some types of problems, my heart can be in my throat because I’m worried that the person who is shopping for...
