by ffdt | Jan 27, 2020 | Training, Leash Walking
This was written many years ago when the school was at a facility with cement floors that we could use sidewalk chalk on. Nowadays, our high-tech waterproof floors don’t work with chalk, so we ask our students to stand perfectly still and reward their dog for paws...
by ffdt | Jul 15, 2018 | Training, Behavior
Most owners who contact me about this protocol are desperate—ready to rehome their dogs because this behavior has become so problematic. These cases typically involve: Adult dogs (2+ years) who never learned indoors isn’t a toilet Shelter-raised puppies denied...
by ffdt | Apr 23, 2018 | Training, Behavior
One of my favorite techniques for working with reactive dogs is the simple yet effective “Engage-Disengage” method. It’s a game-changer for helping dogs learn to manage their reactions to triggers in a positive, stress-free way. Before diving...
by ffdt | Jan 15, 2018 | Training
Training your dog doesn’t have to be overwhelming—it’s all about clear communication, consistent rewards, and understanding your pup’s needs. In this post, we’ll share six tips to help you build better behaviors, from rewarding quickly and often to using high-value...
by ffdt | Jun 5, 2017 | Uncategorized
My old girl is turning 12 in August. She gets around, but arthritis in her paws makes cutting her nails with traditional clippers very uncomfortable. Hannah Manesreh, with Lucky Dog Canine Grooming, gently takes care of Strega’s paws in a manner that I can not....
