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Hike with Dog on National Trails Day
June 3 is National Trails Day which is the perfect opportunity to hike with your pup. If you’re anything like most people, you probably haven’t thought about teaching your dog to hike. I mean, its just walking in the outdoors...right? Well, yes and no. Of course, our...
Different Ways Dogs Say No – Part 2
Just like people, dogs have boundaries too. If you notice that your dog is feeling uncomfortable or hesitant in a certain situation, it's important to respect their wishes and give them space. You can learn how to recognize when your dog is saying "no" through our...
Different Ways Dogs Say No – Part 1
When a dog is trained, it typically follows its owner's suggestions without hesitation, whether it's going for a walk or taking a bath. However, there may be rare occasions when a dog says "no" by refusing to comply with its owner's commands. It's important for pet...
Solving the Issue of Dog Saying No
It's not common to see your dog saying "no" by disobeying your commands, and it can catch you off guard when it does happen. Dogs usually have a reason for refusing to follow commands, as we discussed in a previous article. This time, we'll focus on ways that owners...
Why Do Dogs Say No?
Dogs are often thought of as obedient animals, expected to follow commands without fail. However, it is important to remember that dogs are not machines and may occasionally disregard a command or say "no" despite their training and disposition. In this article, we...
Science behind Dog Training: The Enrichment Activities
Dog training shouldn’t only be about teaching your pet to follow commands. It should also be a positive experiences for them. With that in mind, you will want to integrate enrichment activities into your dog or puppy’s routine. Enrichment activities are also designed...
Science behind Dog Training: The Process Based on Operant Conditioning
As we learn more and more about the ways dogs interpret and react to stimuli, we are starting to see just how important it is to use positive reinforcement in their training. Failing to use that positive reinforcement can stunt your pet’s learning and make it harder...
Science behind Dog Training: Relationship-Based Approach
Pets are more than just animal companions in some households. Some pet owners see their dogs as their children and raise them accordingly. If you see your dog or puppy in the same manner, then you may be interested in training them using the relationship-based...
Science behind Dog Training: Conventional Obedience-Driven Model
Science has shown that there’s more than one way to conduct dog training. In recent years, new approaches have been engineered to help owners connect better with their pets. However, the more traditional methods can still be very effective. For this article, we’ll...
