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Don’t Forget to Prep Your Pup for Grooming
Grooming Tips From a Trainer’s Perspective by Hillary Alpert There are 3 professionals many dogs encounter in their lives: their veterinarian, their dog trainer and… their groomer! Most veterinarians say the groomer is the most important person in the dog’s … Continue reading
Shelter Dog Safety, Can You Get the Dog Out?
Kennel Safety | Tips for Handling Dogs Like a Pro Check out the latest CATCH Training Tips video with CATCH School Director, David Muriello, as he demonstrates a safe and effective way to remove a dog from its kennel. Check … Continue reading
Should I Play Tug With My Dog?
Play = Bonding! What Else Can it Do for Your Dog’s Behavior? Check out the latest CATCH Training Tips video with CATCH School Director, David Muriello, as he explores the benefits and guidelines for using tug as a valuable interaction with … Continue reading
Tips for Teaching a Great Stay
CATCH Students Showcasing Strong Technique with Shelter Dogs – and Getting Results by David Muriello Check out the quick video below for some great examples of training technique by CATCH student Ed with shelter dog, Manny. Manny is doing a … Continue reading
What Makes an Imperfect Dog Perfect
Life with a Challenging Dog Can Make You a Skilled Trainer by Marcela Koehler Even though it’s been ages since Lassie became famous on TV, dog owners and trainers today still face the challenge that many people have “Lassie-esque” expectations … Continue reading
What REALLY Makes Puppies Special – Part 2
The 7 Most Important Things to Teach a Young Puppy In last month’s article, we covered 4 out of the 7 most important things to work on with a young puppy: socialization, separation, handling, and comfort with sharing. Today, let’s … Continue reading
What REALLY Makes Puppies Special (Hint: Think of a Sponge)
The 7 Most Important Things to Teach a Young Puppy We all agree that puppies are unbelievably cute, but there’s much more to their early days than just the devastating looks. Their young age represents a special opportunity for dog … Continue reading
How Do I Change a Dog’s Behavior – Part 2
Behavior Problem-Solving 101 (continued) Last month we began discussing the art and science of training a dog to change their actions (behavior modification). If you haven’t read the first part of this article yet, or want a review, check it … Continue reading
How Do I Change a Dog’s Behavior?
Behavior Problem-Solving 101 Every dog owner, even those madly in love with their dog (all of us), probably sees at least one behavior that they would like to change in their beloved pet. The art and science of training a … Continue reading
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