by Christine | Jan 10, 2025 | Albany Dog Trainer
Treats play a crucial role in positive reinforcement during dog training, but it’s easy to overdo it and risk overfeeding your dog. Balancing the use of treats with maintaining your dog’s health is essential. Here’s how you can effectively incorporate treats...
by Christine | Jan 9, 2025 | Albany Dog Trainer
Using time-outs is a popular and effective way to correct bad behavior in dogs. Just like with children, the goal of a time-out is to provide your dog with a moment to reflect on its behavior and calm down, removing them from the situation that triggered the...
by Christine | Jan 2, 2025 | Albany Dog Trainer
In the digital age, technology has infiltrated nearly every aspect of our lives, including the way we train our dogs. Gone are the days of relying solely on traditional methods; now, apps and gadgets offer innovative tools to assist with dog training. But the big...
by Christine | Dec 31, 2024 | Albany Dog Trainer
As we ring in the New Year, many of us make resolutions to improve ourselves. But what about our furry friends? One of the best ways to start the year off right is by focusing on building consistency in your dog’s training. Whether you’re teaching basic obedience,...
by Christine | Oct 24, 2024 | Albany Dog Trainer
The Importance of Pet Safety During Halloween Halloween is a fun time for everyone, but it can be dangerous for pets. While we enjoy sweets, many treats are not safe for our furry friends. For instance, chocolate is harmful to dogs. It contains theobromine, which dogs...
