by Kelly M. Keeney | Jun 5, 2021 | Behavior Modification, Dog Training, Puppy Training, Uncategorized
I often get the question – “Why is my dog willing to choke himself to death by pulling me the entire walk, instead of avoiding what can’t be comfortable and just walk like normal!” This is a very common question among dog owners. When we look at it...
by Kelly M. Keeney | May 22, 2021 | Behavior Modification, Dog Training, Puppy Training
It may seem like semantics, but here are my brief thoughts on the topic. I think it will illustrate clearly why semantics matter and how it can change your outlook on training.Dog trainers are not perfect. This is the story of Kelly Keeney, the frustrated dog owner...
by Kelly M. Keeney | May 1, 2021 | Dog Training, Puppy Training
Typically, the behaviors we see our dog use most frequently are the ones that we have TAUGHT our dog, whether we did so consciously or unconsciously. Once you realize what purpose the behavior serves in the dogs eyes, it will become easier to make them stronger or...
by Kelly M. Keeney | Apr 17, 2021 | Dog Training, Puppy Training
FOR THE MULCH EATING MUTTS First and foremost – Make sure that the mulch doesn’t contain cocoa bark. Very high in theobromine which is toxic to dogs. Remember just like with humans, old habits are hard to break the earlier you start the faster changes will...
by Kelly M. Keeney | Apr 10, 2021 | Puppy Training
Teaching your puppy bite inhibition Learning how to moderate the force of a bite is very important for all dogs. Puppies naturally nip at each other while playing. If they bite too hard on their mother or littermate, the other dog will likely make a loud yelp sound,...
by Kelly M. Keeney | Apr 2, 2021 | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Uncategorized
One of the things every one can agree with is that having a dog that barks inappropriately or incessantly is annoying at the very least. This week we are going to give you the way to teach you dog to “Stop Barking at The World” when you ask them to. It...
