The Modern Dog Trainer Blog
Lumping And Splitting: Break Criteria Down For Better Training
Most dogs learn the same way. Wait, really? Let’s back up. The difference is not in the learning; it’s in the training. I’m sure you’ve experienced that each breed requires training specific to their tendencies, and each pup can be as individual as each of us. By...
Top 5 Favorite Dog Harnesses For Training
After thorough surveying throughout online communities, we discovered the five most popular dog harnesses for training. The first three harnesses are front attachment harnesses which have a ring on the back across the shoulders and another ring in the middle of the...
Guest Post: Establishing a Working Relationship with a Local Veterinarian or Clinic
Establishing a working relationship with a local veterinarian or clinic can be very lucrative. It can range anywhere from a small percentage of your total monthly or yearly clientele and income to one hundred percent of your entire business. One veterinarian, with...
5 Signs You Should Turn Away A Dog Training Client
In nature, there are many personalities in humans that clash. Just like dogs, we do not get along with every person we meet. This does not mean that you or the other person are wrong, it just happens. As the dog trainer, we need to realize when our clients are not...
5 Leashes With A Purpose
If there is one thing all dog trainers love, it's their equipment! From collars to treats, dog trainers can obsess over many things. The line between owner and dog is something that takes many forms. Not only do leashes look different, they also serve different...
Fear And Anxiety Can Shorten Dogs’ Lives
Fear And Anxiety In Dogs Causes Damage Nobody enjoys seeing frightened or anxious dogs. It wrenches at the heart-strings as we internalize how we feel when anxious. But this study makes it even worse. It speculates that fear and anxiety can actually shorten dogs'...