Training Tips
Insights, approaches and strategies to address common (and sometimes not-so-common) dog training conundrums.
Oct
25
2024
WELCOME TO THE TEENAGE YEARS!Welcome to the exciting (and sometimes terrifying) journey of puppy adolescence! Young dogs go through a transformative phase between 6 months and 2 years, and, just like human teens, this time is filled with tremendous...
Jun
26
2024
Aggression, Reactivity, and Arousal: Decoding Canine BehaviorIn this post, we will deconstruct aggression, reactivity, and arousal in dog behavior. A lot is coming fast, so buckle up!This post contains affiliate links. These won't cost you anything, but the commissions...
Sep
04
2023
Conquer Canine Challenges: 6 Dog Training Strategies for Environmental ManagementThis post contains affiliate links. Please read our full Disclosure PolicyEnvironmental Management is vital in the prevention and treatment of common problems. Maintaining good management in your home can prevent...
May
15
2023
Understanding Resource Guarding in Dogs: A Guide for Pet OwnersThis post contains affiliate links. These won't cost you anything, but the commissions we may earn through them help offset the cost of treats. Thanks for your support!Also, grab the...
Feb
08
2023
Secrets of Dog Training: Come When CalledIn dog training, "come when called" is one of the most sought-after prizes—and it's elusive for many pet dog owners. Well, good news—with a little bit of patience and perseverance, it’s possible for...
Jan
23
2023
WHEN CAN PUPPIES BE AROUND OTHER DOGS?We all want what's best for our furry little friends. But when it comes to socialization and vaccinations, there are many things to consider. As dog owners, we have to ask ourselves: when...
Jan
06
2023
Don't Use a Head Halter Unless You Have To: What You Need To KnowSimpawtico Dog Training does not recommend using head halters (sometimes called "head collars") in dog training. Despite being marketed as a temperate management tool, they have...
Aug
29
2022
The Three D's of Dog Training: How to Balance Duration, Distance, and DistractionThree things affect how well your dog listens to you: distance, duration, and distraction. In dog training, we call these "The three D's." You must understand these...
Aug
23
2022
Stop Ignoring: How to Use Differential Reinforcement in Dog TrainingDog training advice for undesirable behaviors and behavior problems frequently includes ignoring your dog to extinguish those behaviors. Unfortunately, this strategy is fraught with difficulties, and the behaviors you're working...
Aug
16
2022
How to effectively use the Premack Principle in your dog trainingWe love to train dogs with food and toys, but those are certainly not the only ways to approach good training. Indeed, those reinforcers are sometimes less effective than...
