When you live in a neighborhood where parties happen every weekend, training your dog to stay calm can feel like mission impossible. I totally get it—I’ve worked with dozens of therapy dogs that had to learn how to remain chill during all kinds of distractions. One of the most common questions I get is how…
Training a dog to stay calm during moments of excitement can sometimes feel like trying to tame a whirlwind — trust me, I’ve been there. As a Canine-Assisted Therapy Trainer, I’ve worked with all sorts of dogs, from bouncy puppies to overly enthusiastic adults, and calming their energy isn’t just about teaching them commands; it’s…
If you’ve ever wondered how to train a dog to be calm in public places, you’re definitely not alone. As a veterinary technician who’s specialized in nutrition for years, I’ve seen firsthand how a dog’s behavior and overall well-being are closely linked. But training a dog to stay calm outside the cozy walls of home?…
Ever had your dog bounce off the walls the second visitors walk out the door? You’re not alone. As someone who’s been in the canine-assisted therapy world for years, trust me—teaching pups how to chill after guests leave is one of the most common requests I get. That whole post-visitor energy burst can feel like…
Let’s be real—dogs are smart, but sometimes they need a little nudge (okay, maybe a lot) to understand what we want from them. One of the most common questions I get as a Canine-Assisted Therapy Trainer is how to train a dog to go to a designated spot. Whether you’re trying to manage your pup…
If you’ve ever seen your pup go into full-on panic mode when the vacuum turns on or a blender starts whirring, trust me—you’re not alone. One of the most common things I’ve seen in my years working as a Veterinary Technician, especially specializing in nutrition and behavioral care, is dogs reacting fearfully to everyday household…
If you’re wondering how to train a dog to remain calm while being hugged, you’re definitely not alone. As someone who’s worked for years as a Canine-Assisted Therapy Trainer, I’ve seen plenty of dogs—big and small—get visibly uncomfortable when embraced. Hugging is a very human way to show affection, but it doesn’t always translate the…
Ever tried walking your dog down a quiet trail, only for it to turn into a tug-of-war match the second a bicycle comes into view? Yeah, I’ve been there too—more times than I’d like to admit. As a Canine-Assisted Therapy Trainer, I’ve worked with plenty of dogs who just couldn’t keep their cool around bikes….
Ever found yourself clutching the leash a little tighter when your dog starts barking like mad at every passing car? Yeah, I’ve been there—more times than I can count. Teaching dogs how to train a dog to stop barking at passing cars has become second nature for me after years of working as a Canine-Assisted…