Dog Blog
Knowing Where You’re Going part 2: Trick Training vs Obedience Training
“If you don’t know where you’re going, any road will get you there.” - Cheshire Cat The reader is asked to analyze the following content very carefully to avoid any misinterpretations. The author is making no accusations of any particular type of dog training being...
Knowing Where You’re Going part 1: Working Dog vs Pet Dog Training
The reader is asked to analyze the following content very carefully to avoid any misinterpretations. The author is making no accusations of any particular type of dog training being right or wrong, good or bad, better or worse, per se. The purpose of this article is...
Canine Good Citizen: Course Syllabus
The Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test evaluates a dog’s behavior and manners in various everyday situations. If a dog passes all ten objectives of the test, the handler can apply for a certificate and a special dog pet tag from the AKC. The certificate can be added to...
Tails from the Field: EXTREME Leash Pulling fixed with Reverse Psychology
Opposition Reflex, Reverse Psychology & Heeling a Stubborn Dog “Tails From The Field” is a series of true stories from Chad Culp’s experience in the field of professional dog training. Some details, such as names and breeds, may have been changed for privacy...
Price List: Dog Training Package Discounts
Private Lesson Packages Individual Lessons: $95 per hr (+ travel fee for in-home lessons) Zero commitment Schedule as needed Pay as you go 5 pack: $425 ($50 savings) + travel fee for in-home lessons 5 one-hour private lessons Flexible scheduling but typically...
8 Tips for a Better Group Class Experience
Get the Most Bang for Your Buck A group dog training class is just like anything in life, you will get out of it what you put into it. In light of that little wisdom nugget, this article includes 8 simple, yet easily overlooked, tips for getting the most “bang for...
Chad’s Library
I hope this does not come across as self indulgent, that is certainly not my intent. I am simply publishing this content as an extension of Chad's Bio because people often ask questions like, “How did you become a dog trainer” or “How do you know all this stuff?” or...
Don’t Let Your Safety Net Become a Hammock
Safety Net We all know what a safety net is, right? It’s that giant net that they stretch out under flying trapeze artists. It’s there in case they fall accidentally and they also use it when they dismount from the bars at the end of the show. Side Note: Once upon a...
Recall Clinic Syllabus
What To Bring Treats: variety, top shelf, bring twice what you think you need All leashes, harnesses, collars, etc that you currently have. Toys: all your dog's favorites Cash, Check or Charge for purchasing any equipment you may need Hungry Dog: If dog is low in...
Q & A: Barking and Lunging at Home Depot
Note: Some details, such as names and breeds, may have been changed for identity protection. Question: Hi Chad, We brought our dog, Maggie, to Home Depot tonight. Maggie was calm when she entered. She was calm when she passed by people not noticing her. When one guy...
