Category: Blog

How to Respect and Love the Dog in Front of You

Understanding our dogs as a different species makes us better handlers and trainers We love our dogs. They are part of our families, share our homes, travel with us, and often seem to understand us better than anyone else. But there is one important thing we sometimes forget: Our dogs are dogs. And dogs experience […]

How to Train a Dog with Treats Without Bribing Them

Let’s clear up a massive misconception right out of the gate: using food in positive reinforcement dog training is not the same as bribing your pup. When we think of a bribe, we usually think of shady, under-the-table human transactions. You bribe a politician; you don’t bribe a dog. Dogs live entirely in the moment. They […]

Understanding Fear-Based Reactivity in Dogs

Why “Fixing” Aggression Requires More Than Just Training Understanding the Heart of Reactivity If you’ve ever felt the sting of embarrassment or a surge of anxiety as your dog lunges at the end of their leash, you aren’t alone. For many dog owners in Cody, a simple walk can feel like navigating a minefield. You […]

When can I start training my puppy?

🐾This is a question that I get a lot: When can I start training with my puppy?🐾 The answer is: As soon as you take her home. If you start them very young and with positive and fun training methods, you and your dog can build a wonderful partnership with great communication. This prepares them […]