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How to De-Clutter Your Training Plans
The author discusses the challenges trainers face with a vast array of techniques when creating effective training plans for clients. Emphasizing the importance of prioritizing high-impact skills, the piece outlines… Read more
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Leash Reactivity: The Mistakes Even Good Trainers Make (Part 4)
The post highlights three common mistakes trainers make regarding managing arousal in reactive dogs. These include neglecting to address arousal in behavior plans, dismissing food as a calming tool, and… Read more
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(Part 3) Leash Reactivity: The Mistakes Even Good Trainers Make
The post discusses the mistake of having conflicting goals when training reactive dogs, specifically requiring handlers to manage both heel positions and trigger responses simultaneously. This often overwhelms novice owners… Read more
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I Was Wrong About Socialization
My recent post on socialization created quite a buzz. Among the many points that I made throughout the blog, one of the most controversial was that having your dog passively… Read more
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(Part 2) Leash Reactivity: The Mistakes Even Good Trainers Make
The post discusses the common mistake of relying on obedience to manage a reactive dog’s behavior without addressing the underlying insecurities. The author emphasizes that while obedience can provide temporary… Read more
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Leash Reactivity: The Mistakes Even Good Trainers Make (Part 1)
The author reflects on the common issue of leash reactivity in dogs, emphasizing its impact on trainers’ reputations. They identify a crucial mistake trainers make by relying solely on counter-conditioning.… Read more
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Why Successful Trainers Are the Most Burned Out
Successful trainers often feel overwhelmed despite thriving businesses, leading to a sense of dread instead of satisfaction. The issue isn’t the size of the business but its unsustainable structure. Many… Read more
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A Simpler Framework for Dog Aggression Cases
A trainer sits down with a dog owner whose two dogs are fighting over food. The conversation moves through management strategies, counterconditioning protocols, and desensitization timelines. The trainer builds a… Read more
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How Successful Dog Trainers are Defying the Economy
The economic mood has shifted. You can see it in the numbers and you can feel it in the conversations. Tariffs, inflation fears, and global instability have consumers second-guessing every… Read more