Although we are still experiencing some cold winter days here in the Northeast, I’m getting spring fever and want to explore new terrains with my dog.
Author: Clarissa Fallis
Clarissa Fallis is a canine behaviorist and trainer from Upstate New York. She has attended Bergin University of Canine Studies, State University of New York at Cobleskill and Animal Behavior College. She is competent in training all breeds and ages of dogs, though she prefers hounds because of the challenge they present.
The Dog Alarm Clock: Settings Will Vary
Waking up can be hard, and it’s a job I delegated to my Newfoundland. His function as an alarm clock came with interesting settings.
How to Boundary Train Your Dog
Is there a certain area inside or outside you wish your dog would avoid?
6 Tips on Teaching Your Dog to Speak
Do you want to teach your dog to speak but don’t know where to start? Review these tips to have your dog barking on command in no time.
Got a New Puppy? Time to Sign Up for a Puppy Training Class.
The “socialization window” for puppies is crucial, and it’s not very long. So get started with a puppy class right after the first DA2PPV vaccine.
Training Your Dog to Use a Treadmill
Lack of exercise is a major cause of of behavior problems. Having your dog use the treadmill is a fun and, well, different way of exercising your pet.
Small Dog Syndrome: When Teeny Pups Think They’re the Boss
You cannot really appreciate what “small dog syndrome” is until you have a little dog acting like a 60-pound beast.
5 Common Dog Body Postures You Should Be Aware Of
Dogs THINK we understand their body language and know exactly what they are trying to communicate. Here are 5 critical body postures you should understand.
Using Negative Punishment to Correct Your Dog
Using negative punishment to correct your dog is an effective and humane training method that builds healthy communication between you and your pooch.
How Dog Behavior Drives Make Excellent Training Tools
Investigating dog behavior drives can tell you a lot about your pooch. Read on to discover how to use your dog’s drives to your advantage in training.