This post departs a bit from what I normally write, but it is what I will be writing more of in the future. The Split In Dog Training World The world of dogs and dog training is in upheaval. Simply put, there are two main factions of training philosophies: training dogs with corrections (verbal and/or physical)… Read More How To Make A Difference In The World (By Training Dogs)
My dog McCoy lived to be 16 years and one month old. I got him as a four month old puppy from a reputable breeder. He was an Australian Shepherd. I believe that his long, healthy life was a result of several things and not of just of genetics as we always want to think.… Read More Lessons We Can Learn From An Old Dog
When I started training my first dog (my own) exactly 18 years ago, I had no idea what I was doing. I knew I wanted a dog in my life but how to modify so-called “bad” behaviour was something of which I was ignorant. I started out by getting angry at the dog for behaviour… Read More Please Calm Down
I have written a post, or many posts, discussing the benefits of calming down for both the dog and the human when training. I expect I will write more on that subject. This post is similar in that I am suggesting the benefits of reducing something, only this time it is the speed of doing… Read More The Benefits Of Slowing Down
I know what your going to say. Another “train your dog fast”, quick fix, post or advertisement on dog training. Well, not exactly. Having a well behaved dog is something that many people find elusive. Often you will hear someone say “my dog has finally matured” or “this breed doesn’t become an adult until the… Read More How To Get Your Dog Trained Faster
