Like many, I once believed that e-collar training was cruel. I thought positive reinforcement was the only right way to train a dog, until I had Laila. As much as I learned and worked with her, she just wasn’t as responsive to the training as I needed her to be. As a result, I happened …
Dog Training
The first day you bring home a new dog is exciting, especially if this is your first dog. I’ve learned so much about dogs since Sora and have completely changed how I behave around my dogs, especially during those first few weeks. As exciting as the new family addition is, remember that your dog is …
I don’t know how I ever lived with a dog before I knew the Place Command. Today, it is among my most important commands for my dogs and was the first thing I taught Sitka after I adopted him. The Place Command is a magical cue that can be used in a number of situations. …
Laila, the dog I never wanted, the dog that I struggled to love, the dog I wanted nothing to do with, led me to learn more about dogs and dog training than I ever imagined I would. Her outbursts, disappearing acts in the woods, propensity to chase after large animals, and inability to train using …
When I worked with my trainer, Kindred Dog PDX, I learned a ton of super helpful loose leash walking tips that have changed the way I think about dog walks that made a huge difference in my outings with Sitka. If you’ve ever had a dog that has pulled during walks (and let’s face it, …
Long days on the road mean that you may not always have the opportunity to make sure that your dog gets the physical exercise they need. Mental stimulation is just as, if not more tiring than physical activity. Brain games prevent boredom, strengthen your bond, and teach you both to work as a team. There …
This post is sponsored by Dexas International. You can trust that I have used the products mentioned here and am providing an honest opinion and recommendation. All opinions remain my own and I think Dexas is awesome. When Dave and I first met Riia, we saw immediately that she was a ball obsessed dog. She’d …
This post is part of the Wednesday Blog Hop series orchestrated by Chewy.com and is sponsored content. All opinions remain my own. I didn’t always take great pictures of my dog out in the wilderness. Quite the contrary. Before Instagram came along, I’d lug my heavy camera around on hikes and trips and take some …