Learn about the day to day life of a successful private dog trainer in Chicago, IL. Gain insight into the challenges of being a trainer as well as tips to help you with your dog.
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I am not a fan of retractable leashes. There are dog lovers everywhere that swear by how wonderful they are and use them every day. While I think they are humane, (always my main criteria for even considering a dog product) I think they potentially cause...
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Puppies are incredibly challenging. There is no doubt about this, but life with a puppy gets easier as long as you manage their environment to lessen mistakes and inappropriate behaviors as well as provide enough physical exercise and training. My job...
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Did you know I have a weekly dog training radio show? I cover a variety of topics and take live calls during the show. If you miss my live show you can also listen to any of the shows directly on your computer by selecting the corresponding link below. ...
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I just returned from Boulder, Colorado from a vacation with my wife and was blown away by the beauty and the nature. I was especially impressed with their forward-thinking Voice and Sight Control program that they implemented in 2006. There are designated...
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With Spring weather finally almost here in Chicago, it is time to start thinking about more frequent trips to the dog park. You might feel uneasy when your dog plays with other dogs. Hopefully this alleviates some of your concerns by teaching you what to look for and how to react if there is a problem. If you decide to take your dog to the dog park it is important to know about dog body language and how to react to bad situations. Even if you never decide to take your dog, it is still important to understand how to assess dog behavior when meeting a dog on the street. ...
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Wouldn't it be great if you could just sit a dog down and say, "Welcome to the house. Let's have an arrangement. I will walk you, play with you, feed you good food and give you medical care. The only requirements are that you don't destroy...
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I am proud to announce the release of my new video: " Puppy Biting and Rules of Tug ". Puppy biting can be one of the more frustrating and painful puppy behaviors. Puppies normally explore the world with their mouths and don't understand...
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