by ffdt | Nov 11, 2020 | Training Philosophy
“Clicker training” is the popular term for the training or teaching method based on what we know about how living organisms learn. Research has shown that any creature—whether a dog, cat, dolphin, parrot, fish, horse, llama, or person—is more likely to learn and...
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...
