It’s difficult to discuss dog training without mentioning leashes. Leashes are tools that are often misunderstood. When dog owners are asked about their purpose, common responses include walking, control, safety, and training. While leashes do serve all these functions, I’d like to focus specifically on two key aspects: safety and training. In today’s world,...
Sniffing for Fun: How to Get Started with Nose Work at Home
A dog’s nose is an extraordinary tool for gathering information. The portion of a dog’s brain dedicated to processing scents is approximately 40 times larger than that of humans, and dogs possess around 60 times more olfactory receptors than we do. When we enter a home where chili is cooking, we perceive the aroma...
Understanding Force-Free and Fear-Free Training
In today’s world of dog training, pet owners are presented with many options—but not all methods are equal when it comes to strengthening your bond with your dog, building their confidence, and giving them the freedom to make choices. In this blog, I want to focus on two core philosophies that guide how we...