It was developed by internationally known trainer, teacher and author, Linda Tellington-Jones. Based on understanding and respect for our animal friends, this gentle method promotes well-being and improves understanding and the ability to learn, using an integrated approach that helps to reduce stress and build confidence. The Tellington TTouch teaching method for dogs and other animals ...…
So what can we do, when we either had a dog where our life style would fit his DNA well or where we want a dog, but, really do not have the best life style for him. Continued from previous post As a Trainer & Behaviourist, I deal almost on a daily basis with dogs ...…
There are many reasons we bring a dog into our home. Companionship, for the kids, to make us feel safer. Some of us take time to research different breeds, for size, temperament, activity levels. Some of us get the same breed we grew up with, or one just like the dog our neighbour has or ...…
Video 1 – Tongue Flicking Tongue flicking is a little bit of a discomfort signal. In this video see if you can count how many times the English Bulldog flicks is tongue. (6 times is the answer) Click here to open the gallery. Video 2 – Adrelanin Shake Off This is a shake off. Watch ...…
1 - Do not expect the dog trainer to do all the work. His/her job is to train you to train your dog. 2 - You are the best person to train your dog. Training is a time of bonding and connection. 3 - Training does not just belong to the classroom or a lesson: Train your dog a ...…
YOU The Trainer in Training and Your Dog The pavement was bustling with window shoppers Holiday decorations competed with gifts in the gleaming glass windows. Children and adults alike were peering excitedly and enthusiastically at the eye catching and colorful displays. Although the crowds were jostling, everyone moved aside just a little to let the ...…
This is a time of the year that can be really hard on your dog. It has been a fun summer with people around and places to go. Now the kids are heading back to school, vacation time is done and you are going back to work. For your dog it can be an emotional ...…
Sam is a cute, charming Boxer. About four years old he got away with a lot. At home he had everyone wrapped around his “paw”. While everyone else was having fun with him, Pat was the one walking him everyday and trying to train him with basic obedience. Walking Sam was a trick and half. ...…
Always remember that your dog is not ignoring you because he is mean or trying to get back at you. Dogs do not think that way. He is not respecting you because is not looking up to your leadership and go about his everyday life with a behavior that has worked for him so far. ...…
If your dog is not listening to you it could be because you are not important enough in his life. Don’t get me wrong. He still loves you to pieces. But the squirrel, good smelling grass, ball or the other dog across the street are far more interesting than you. Just answer the following questions: ...…
