The Modern Dog Trainer Blog
Our 5 Best Replies To Clients Who Use Retractable Leashes
Retractable leashes are gaining in popularity unfortunately. More likely than not, your future clients will be using retractable leashes when you meet them. When you recommend that they use a regular 6 foot leash instead, they might question why. Here are some great...
Doggie Technologies: Enrichment Machines for Dogs
The dog loving world is catching up with modern technology. Dog lovers play a part in all professions, but only recently has that translated to technology that can help owners love their dogs more. These machines help people communicate with their dogs. From training...
How To Set Yourself Apart From The Pack Of “Trainers”
Anyone can be a trainer. How are you setting yourself apart? Wondering why the word "trainers" is in quotation marks? That's because we want to emphasize the fact that anyone can call themselves a dog trainer. There are no regulations in the dog training industry -...
Honoring A Dog Training Super Star: Dr. Sophia Yin
May She Rest In Peace And Happiness: Sophia Yin It was announced this afternoon that Dr. Sophia Yin has passed away. We are overwhelmed with shock and sadness as we process this news. She has played a critical role in the modernization of dog training. Her Facebook...
How To Become A CLASS Instructor & Evaluator
The APDT offers a fun and challenging CLASS curriculum for new pet owners. The Association of Professional Dog Trainers is the leading organization for professional dog trainers in North America. They offer a wonderful program for trainers to get involved with local...
American Veterinary Society Position Statements: Dominance In Dogs
Dominance in dogs is something that is constantly debated among dog trainers. Recent research suggests that dominance should simply be used to describe one animals relationship with another and not as a type of behavior. Conflict resolution is something that all...