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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
“Should we take the group class or does my dog need private lessons?” This is a popular question but we need to know your situation in order to answer it correctly. Are you having behavior problems or just wanting to teach basic commands? How is your dog in new...
