The Problem With “Leave it.”

The Problem With “Leave it.”

“Leave It” is one of the most popular things for people to say to their dog when they are distracted, but it is generally ineffective as a long-term solution, even if taught right. If we have a dog in for training that is overstimulated by squirrels or...
Full Service Graduates: January 2018

Full Service Graduates: January 2018

Maude, a Labrador Retriever from Clearwater Maude flunked out of guide dog school for being too much of a trouble maker, and her shenanigans were making life difficult for her new owners. Now that she has been through our Full Service, she is a much more respectful...
Predatory Drive in Pet Dogs

Predatory Drive in Pet Dogs

Predatory drive is inherent in dogs; this is a fact. Though domesticated from wolves, dogs are still predators, with some breeds having retained more of these drives than others. Many of the traits that are highly desired in working dogs can cause issues when we take...