Are You Bribing Your Dog?

When using food or a toy as a reward you want to ensure that you don’t depend on it. You should be like a slot machine and only pay out variably without the dog having to see the reward. Let’s take a look at the difference. Bribery is when you use the food or...

Feeding Techniques

As a leader, it is your responsibility to provide food. Feeding on a schedule is a good way to keep an eye on what your dog is consuming as well as letting him know that you are the leader. When I say schedule, I do not mean feed the same time every day. I...

Dogs and Anxiety

Are you unable to leave your dog alone at home because he suffers from separation anxiety? Are friends unable to pet him when they come over for fear of submissive urination? Is he unable to play with other dogs because he is afraid? Does he get nervous when you put him in the car...