Dog Adolescence Survival Guide

Puppies are great! Adorable little sponges that (typically) want to be near you instead of venturing far away, learn new behaviors fairly quickly, recall pretty well, and seem to learn so much in those first few precious months home. And then they hit 6 months and...

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Top 5 Reasons to Crate Train Your Dog

Crate training isn’t just about keeping your dog confined—it’s a game-changer for potty training, safety, and emergencies. It helps puppies avoid accidents and saves your favorite shoes from chewers. Plus, it prepares your dog for vet visits or unexpected disasters....

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Puppy Survival Guide

Rachel and Shanthi run the puppy training and socialization course at NWA School for Dogs. With years of experience and a passion for helping pups and their humans thrive, they’ve seen it all when it comes to puppy parenting challenges. From potty training mishaps to...

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Leash Foundations for Dogs

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...

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Engage-Disengage: Reactive Dog Training

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 into...

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My Groomer Saved My Dog

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. I...

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