5 Simple Ways to Get Your Dog to Pay Attention

Do you find yourself trying hopelessly to get your dog’s attention? Does “in one ear and out the other” sound familiar? Or does your dog find it easy to listen to you until he sees the dreaded mail carrier? Whatever the case, it’s important…

Dog Training: Starting With The Basics

There are many reasons for people to want a calm, obedient and happy dog.  For one thing, obedient and trained dogs are happier dogs, less likely to have issues with people or other dogs. Also, many communities expect dogs living in their neighborhoods be…

You’ve Been Training Your Dog Wrong

Common mistakes people make during dog training. Are you guilty of any of these dog training mistakes? Common Dog Training Mistakes … Can You Relate … Waiting Too Long to Start Training Believing It’s Too Late To Start Training Not Training Enough Taking a…

It’s Never Too Late For School, Even For Your Dog

Would you like to learn the same secret training methods that service dog handlers use to train their dogs to be extraordinarily obedient and calm even in the presence of distractions? Then this is your opportunity! Disclaimer: This page contains affiliate links. If you…

Meet The Trainer: Sandy McConnell (North Dartmouth, MA) Southcoast Dog Training & Care, Inc.

Sandy McConnell is the owner and a Dog Trainer at Southcoast Dog Training & Care, Inc. Sandy develops customized puppy and dog training programs based on the needs of your dog. She provides private training and also facilitates group classes. Prior to starting Southcoast…

Training or Exercise Walk? Canine Circuit Training™ Is Your Model ! by Tom Schukay

Reprinted with permission by author, Tom Schukay. Most dogs love going for a walk. It’s wonderful to watch them enjoy life doing what they love. That alone is reason to walk them! (If you have a dog that doesn’t like to walk contact me;…

What does your dog’s behavior say about you?

Although dogs learn through training, they also learn through their incredible powers of observation. Your daily routine and responses to situations, influences your dog’s behavior. Dogs learn by association. If an action has a positive outcome, they repeat it; if it has a negative…

Oh No, Where’s My Social Skills: Tips For Socializing Your Rescue

Tips for helping your rescue dog with socialization skills.