Dog Talk Where we train through the eyes of our dogs

We talk about the successes and failures we have as dog trainers. Our dogs are not perfect, we have wins and losses just like you do. Thats what makes us different. There is never a dumb question and we all make mistakes. Listen in on how we are just like you!

What are all the things you are not thinking about when you decide to get a dog for your kids? There are so many directions to go in and all the things you should be thinking. We go in depth about the do's and don't of getting your kids a dog and ultimately it comes down to the care giver of the family. This podcast will answer a lot of your questions but will also generate a whole lot more. 

When you hear the word dog obedience what do you think of? Better yet what should you think of? Your dog does not need to be obedience trained to be a good dog. We obedience train our dogs so they understand the behaviors they are born with makes us happy and gives your dog manners but most of all Obedience creates Connection!

What is the best way to introduce your dog to a new friend? Listen in while we talk about dog introductions and the best way to do that so everyone stays safe. 

There are so many tools and they all claim to do the same thing. What one is right for you and your dog? Give a listen and find out that it's not about the tool its about the technique and if you use it right it works. If it's not right for you and your dog it will never work. 

What should we do when we have our dog on a leash and are out walking them. What should you do when you see a person with a leash reactive dog? There are proper leash rules that you should follow and it sure would make the world a better place for those that have caution dogs that are having a hard time out on a leash. Don't be a part of the problem be a part of the training solution. 

Should you use them and if so how? Dog Parks and Doggie Day cares can be good for your dog but they can also be bad for your dog. Sometimes the over use of them can cause aggressive tendencies and then you end up not being able to use them. Listen in while we talk about What is really happening and how you can use them to help your dog but not over use them. 

Do you need to keep your dog in shape to be in shape? We talk about dog fitness and how to keep them safe. No don't go run 15 miles if your dog has not run 1 with you. There are different things you can do to keep your dog limber, and fit so they don't get injured when you are out hiking, biking, jogging or chasing a ball. Just like us we need to stay fit but we don't have to run 15 miles to do so. 

Dog Aggression and reactivity can be scary and most of the time dog's get given these titles and they are not true. Dog's are born social and we tend to mess it all up by "socializing" them. Some dogs are more "aggressive" or should I say assertive. Don't set unrealistic expectations on your dog and remember dog's don't have to like everyone just like we don't have to like everyone. We don't need to be mean but we don't have to like them either. Your dogs get to have the same emotion and when we put our dogs in situations that they feel they need to be mean that is on us. Listen in while we talk about aggression, what it really is and how to understand it better. 

Dog's do it and nobody really likes it. Barking is not a natural behavior. Yes dogs bark but most barking is human caused based on cause and effect. Your dog barks and you either react or don't react and your dog learns how to use its voice. Does your dog need to bark and do you need to accept it?