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E-COLLAR: GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Warning:  I strongly believe that E-collar training should never be taught without in-person coaching, therefore, nothing I share regarding E-collars is intended to be used as a D.I.Y. training program. It is only intended to be food for thought or supplementary to...

Q & A: Help! My Dog Won’t Listen Without Treats

"My dog understands the commands but she won't do it unless I have a treat." Training dogs with treats (The Lure and Reward Method) is a great way to get started teaching a dog something new, or even as a way to maintain a high level of motivation over time. On the...

E-COLLAR: COURSE SYLLABUS

This syllabus is for students of the Thriving Canine E-collar Fundamentals Course. I strongly believe that E-collar training should never be taught without in-person coaching, therefore, nothing I share regarding E-collars is intended to be used as a D.I.Y. training...

Q & A: Older Dog Attacking New Puppy

QUESTION:  Hello Chad, I wanted to talk to you about my dog who’s having some strange out of character behavior. She is a small stafford mixed with pit— she is a mama’s girl and is always by my side. She listens and is very sweet. She typically doesn’t care for other...

E-COLLAR: Top 7 Mistakes

Warning: I strongly believe that E-collar training should never be taught without in-person coaching. Therefore, nothing I share regarding E-collars is intended to be used as a D.I.Y. training program. It is only intended to be food for thought or supplementary to...

Q & A: Outrageous Barking Problems

QUESTION: "We took your puppy class about 6 months ago and really enjoyed it. We're wondering if you’re able to help us on how to better control his constant barking. He is OUT OF CONTROL and barks at anyone and any car that comes down the driveway. We give the...

E-COLLAR: History, Evolution and Controversy

Warning: I strongly believe that E-collar training should never be taught without in-person coaching. Therefore, nothing I share regarding E-collars is intended to be used as a D.I.Y. training program. It is only intended to be food for thought or supplementary to...

WHAT’S NEXT? After Basic Obedience Class

The next step after Basic Obedience will vary depending on how things went for you and your dog and what your long-term goals and interests are. There are two main questions:   Did You Graduate? Not all students who attend the class actually complete the class....

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