The motivation to get a dog differs for every person. Some seek friendship; others are on the hunt for a running buddy. Regardless of the initial reasoning and regardless of the individual, we’re all ultimately looking for the same end goal: somebody to love and for somebody to love us. According to private dog trainer Tamar […]
Every dog has its own idiosyncrasies that are often a mirror of his owners’. Working with a shepherd mix that was found tied up in Tijuana, Mexico, was a very rewarding experience. Toby was covered in bleeding sores when he came to a training vacation with me. I took him to the vet and started […]
Just like people, dogs can cover up insecurities with bombastic behavior and even aggression. I was working with two huge males Great Danes that were acting in an aggressive manner whenever anyone came to their front door. I was the fourth private dog trainer they had, basically meaning nothing in the past had worked, whether […]
One of the more priceless moments that come with bringing a new puppy home is the amount of excitement and curiosity that all family members share with one another. The atmosphere is new and there is a lot to see and learn about each other. Boxer puppies especially, known for their high energy and courageous […]
Rottweilers are known for their sense of stability and confidence. Their stereotype as an adventurous and high-energy dog will not shock you, especially as puppies. A negative stereotype that they also have, however, is aggression. Although this turns people away, what most don’t know is that you can train a Rottweiler just as you would […]
A dog is nicknamed “man’s best friend” for a multitude of reasons. They’re loyal, comforting and require the same six human needs Tony Robbins believes we need to live a happy, fulfilled life: certainty, variety, belonging, significance, growth and contribution. However, instead of contribution, dogs need physical activity. The easiest way to get this daily […]
The day has finally come. Whether the moment was a surprise on Christmas morning or a planned event from the start, you finally have a new puppy that you can call your own. Although the excitement never fades from having a new member of the family, it’s time to face the facts: There are house […]
“My dog was trained but he still acts like a mad man.”, the woman on the phone was telling me. “He sits and stays and all that, but it didn’t make him connect with me.” I knew exactly what she was talking about. Knowing how to obey commands has nothing to do with teaching a […]
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Most behavioral problems–and a lot of physical problems, as well–arise when a dog lacks enough mental stimulation, when he doesn’t have anything
