Jennifer Mann 
This quote holds more truth than most realize. From the playful puppy who chews your shoes to the anxious rescue dog afraid of strangers, every dog craves one thing: structure. And without it, their behavior can become unpredictable, stressed, or … Read more
“Training means living together in harmony—one small step at a time.” Rescue dogs may come with histories that shape how they behave and interact. Building trust takes time. For dog lovers in Thousand Oaks, the journey starts with understanding and … Read more
“A dog’s love for food is unconditional, but their guarding behavior isn’t.” Food guarding is one of the most common and concerning behaviors in dogs. This behavior can occur when a dog feels the need to protect their food or … Read more
”The way we train our dogs reflects the way we lead our lives.” This insight underscores the importance of early training in shaping a puppy’s behavior and integration into the family. In today’s digital age, online puppy training courses have … Read more
“The better you train your dog, the better your life together will be.” The first 30 days with your new puppy are crucial. It’s when you begin the process of setting up routines that will guide their behavior for the … Read more
“A well-trained dog is a happy dog, and a happy dog creates a happy home.” If you’re a pet owner, we understand how important it is to have a well-behaved dog and a strong bond with your furry friend. But … Read more
Training your dog is an essential part of pet ownership that goes beyond basic obedience. It’s a process that fosters a deep bond between you and your furry friend. With the rise of technology, online dog training courses have become … Read more
Dealing with behavioral issues in dogs can be challenging, but professional dog training offers effective solutions. Whether your dog struggles with barking, aggression, or separation anxiety, a structured training approach can make a significant difference. Here’s how professional dog training … Read more
Here at the dog school, we get this question almost daily. With variables like age, breed type and temperament it is not an easy answer! There is a definite risk of exercising your puppy too much causing health problems, yet … Read more
By Steve Duno | Illustration by Nick Craine – Courtesy of moderndogmagazine.com | Briggs, Judy’s four-year-old Labradoodle, never had an easy time around strangers. He’d bitten several and couldn’t be trusted around most people.
You have been planning for this day and are finally bringing your new puppy home. You make arrangements with your veterinarian and she gives your puppy his first checkup and stresses that you don’t dare take your puppy out of … Read more
Teaching your dog a ‘go-to” behavior ahead of time allows you to ask for that “replacement behavior” during times your dog is most likely to act out.
Meet “Crash”, a purebred Doberman who completed our 3 Week Program this summer. He had not had many experiences outside of his home, and this eventually turned into nervous habits when walking in public. There was even some history with … Read more
Many dog training organizations train in controlled environments, such as warehouses or farms. Some even come to you and train on your own street. This does not actually provide the real-world experience that effective dog training will require.
This puppy thing won’t last forever, and they won’t learn the rules without your help. By training your puppy, you can establish good habits, and fill his time with new activities. Hopefully, there will be little time left over for getting into trouble!
Reliable potty training can be frustrating if you don’t know where to start, and even worse when your puppy has already started to develop a habit, but it’s not too late! You can help your pup settle into their new home with these simple tips.
Often, people react instinctively to this behavior by happily greeting their dog or pushing it down with their hands. In either case, this sends the message that jumping up is acceptable, and so the habit only grows. By teaching an alternative behavior you can begin to take back some control, and request behaviors you prefer!
After calling your dog to you, have you ever: scolded him, taken him inside to stop barking, put him in the bath, brushed him, or taken something away? Your dog may have stopped coming when you call if it is followed by things he dislikes!
Practice makes permanent! The biggest mistake dog owners make is in thinking their dog or puppy will just grow out of it. But by allowing your dog to practice pulling, jumping, stealing or soiling in the house will only reinforce these behaviors.
Attempting to soothe your fearful dog’s anxiety with treats, or coddling is actually encouraging the unwanted behavior. Through training. we keep your dogs mind on other things long enough to replace the problem behavior with the preferable ones.