by carrie | Sep 1, 2026 | Training Resources
One of the things dog owners say to me all the time is some version of this: “He listens to me, but not my husband.” “She acts calm with me and wild with the kids.” “He is great with one person and completely different with another.” “She behaves beautifully for one...
by carrie | Aug 30, 2026 | Training Resources
Some dogs become excited long before anything actually happens. You reach for the leash and they start jumping. You walk toward the kitchen and they begin pacing. You pick up your keys and they rush toward the door. A familiar car pulls into the driveway and the dog...
by carrie | Aug 29, 2026 | Training Resources
Many dog owners eventually say the same thing. “He knows better.” The dog knows not to rush through the door, but tries anyway. They understand place, yet get up as soon as someone becomes distracted. They know jumping is not allowed, but test it with visitors. They...
by carrie | Aug 28, 2026 | Training Resources
Letting a dog on the couch is not automatically a problem. Many families enjoy having their dog beside them while they relax, watch television, or spend time together. For some dogs, furniture access fits perfectly into a well-managed household. The problem begins...
by carrie | Aug 27, 2026 | Training Resources
Food is one of the strongest motivators in a dog’s daily life. That is exactly why human food can become such a major source of unwanted behavior. A dog learns that people eat at the table, prepare food in the kitchen, leave snacks on counters, and sometimes...