Dog Blog Articles

Apr
25
Fear (Anxiety, Insecurity, Uncertainty, Panic)   Fear is an underlying factor in a lot of aggression cases. It is so common, in fact, that many trainers go so far as to say that all aggression is based in fear. I personally think it’s a stretch of the truth to say all but I totally... + read more
Apr
22
Using “timeouts” as a form of punishment for unwanted behavior has become popular in many dog training circles, particularly with “Positive” dog trainers, because they believe it's gentle or non-aversive. Whether a timeout is “aversive” or not is questionable... + read more
Apr
17
Overly Intense Play and Dog Aggression   It should come as no surprise that, if allowed to get too intense, play between dogs can turn into aggression. This can happen with humans as well. It happened all the time when my brother and I were kids and played Bruce Lee vs Chuck Norris. It... + read more
Apr
15
Hyperactivity (Arousal, Overstimulation, Anxiety) is Connection to Dog Aggression   "Well, aren't you just the sweetest thing ever!” Pause for a deep inhaling gasp. “Kissy, kissy, kissy! Oh, look at that little tail wagging a million miles an hour. You're a... + read more
Mar
28
"The hallmark of good dog training is a slack leash." - classic dog training mantra, source unknown.   A tight leash is by far the most common and overlooked underlying problem with dog aggression. I rarely, if ever, see a case of aggression in which the owners have... + read more
Feb
28
Once upon a time, punishment was commonplace in the raising and training of dogs. A reading of The Koehler Method of Dog Training by William Koehler shows us not only that punishment was commonplace but that it was totally acceptable to use extremely harsh punishment. Today, the pendulum has... + read more
Feb
23
Question:    Hi Chad, Until today, and with the exception of recall when at the dog park, my dog had been learning and doing much better in several ways. I stayed away from the Dog Park for almost 2 months and just walked her locally and checking her recall here with the long line.... + read more
Feb
23
The next step after the Intermediate Obedience Class will depend largely on how things went for you and your dog and what your long-term goals and interests are. There are two main questions we need to ask:    1 - Did you complete the course?   Not all students who attend... + read more
Feb
15
Question:  Hi Chad, I hope all is well with you, your family and dogs. We are currently in your group obedience class and you came to our house 3 months ago for a session because of biting and jumping. My wife and I are at our wits end and almost ready to give him up but still love him a... + read more
Feb
03
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