In this article, we're going to dive into how to use a clicker to train a dog. We will also discuss some benefits, drawbacks, and alternatives to using a clicker! And we were super lucky to have Holly Ovington join us to teach us all about clicker training for dogs! Let's get right into it....

If you’ve been part of our community for a while, you probably know that we’re big fans of positive reinforcement dog training, but if you’re new… well, we’re big fans of positive reinforcement dog training. For new pup parents, or those new to reinforcements, we wanted to give you a guide for the best way...

There’s nothing more exciting than adding a new member to your family -- especially one with paws, a tail, and a little wet nose. Getting a new puppy is exciting for the whole family. But, it also takes time and dedication to train your new puppy -- and that responsibility should be shared by the...

When we bring a new puppy or dog into our family, one of the first things we want to do is show them off to everyone! Besides blowing up everyone’s Instagram feeds, we want them to meet all our closest friends and family. We know you’re excited, but you need to be patient! There’s a...

Feeling fa-la-la-la festive this time of year? Whether you are decorating the Christmas tree, lighting candles on the Menorah, or wrapping presents for family, friends, and neighbors, tis' the season to spread some Holiday cheer. But there are some things that can put a damper on the festivities... *insert very cute but sometimes very mischievious...

Have you noticed how your dog may listen to your cues while at home, but fails to do so in a new environment? We sat down with Richard Gonzalez (certified dog trainer) to discuss why it can be SO difficult for our dogs to understand behaviors in new environments. The process of overcoming this is...

Wondering how long you should train your dog each day? In this episode, we sat down with Holly (certified trainer) to discuss how long you should be training your puppy every day (hint... it's not what you're expecting). Remember, short bursts of training are often better than long, drawn-out sessions! Let’s get into it! INTRODUCTION...

Nobody likes leaving their dog. But when they’re looking at you with sad eyes, crying as if they’re begging you to stay, it’s next to impossible! And it can be really tough worrying if your dog crying when left alone is going to bother neighbors. Not only does it make us feel terrible, but it...

One of the most common topics discussed in our community is crate training a puppy (or even older dog). Is crate training good or bad? Will it make your dog aggressive? Is a crate a form of punishment? How do you do it? There’s a lot of debate around the topic, so today we’re going...

In today’s episode, we are going to discuss why you shouldn’t use aversives like shock collars, prong collars, or choke chains… even if “some” trainers try to convince you otherwise! INTRODUCTION OF HOLLY Holly has been passionate about dogs from the get go! Holly was part of 4-H dog clubs from a young age, learning...