Dog training at home is much easier if you have the right supplies. Whether you want to teach your pooch basic commands, encourage obedience or curb undesired behavior, using certain items can make a world of difference. What products are must-haves for pet owners? Before you begin to work on dog training, make sure you […]
One of the things that I get, as a Los Angeles dog trainer, more than anything is… “my dog acts so much better with you.” When people say that, I can hear a little bit of sadness in their voice. More often than not, It’s not that I’m doing anything magical, its more a matter of […]
Dogs And Pools With the summer quickly approaching, most Los Angeles dog trainers are encouraging their clients to make sure they keep their dogs safe from the heat. With the onset of the heat, there’s another danger that a lot of trainers don’t consider… dogs and pools. Dogs and Pools are pretty popular in Los Angeles. If […]
Is Your Dog Ready To Go Off Leash? We all want a dog that can go off leash and come back when called. Problem is… most people jump to that fairy tale scenario waaaay before their dog is actually ready. Think of it this way… teenagers want unwavering freedom. In most cases, if they were […]
Teaching tug is one of my favorite ways to get my client’s dogs to like them; however, it’s a pretty common myth that one should not play tug with their dog. Critics say “playing tug will make your dog aggressive.” They also say, “Letting your dog win a tugging bout will make them think they’re […]
There are many arguments against crate training. For some people it seems to conjure up feelings of imprisonment and cruelty. They just see it as a dog cage… To the contrary, crate training can not only be useful tool for all sorts of behavioral training, but it can also give your dog some personal space in […]
One of the beautiful things about living in Los Angeles is that our metropolis is surrounded by nature. Our weather allows you to drive one hour to snow, and an hour in the opposite direction to the beach, all in the same day. In between the mountains and the beaches are tons of canyons and trails […]
1. Poop Bags I always carry poop bags when walking the dog. Some people prefer plastic grocery bags, but let’s face it… they can split and tear and leave you with a mess on your hands. Another reason to carry poop bags, and probably the most motivating, is that people are watching… We’ve all been there. Your dog […]
