We all have that family member. The one that makes inappropriate comments or jokes. Or that friend of a friend you met once who commented on something you were self-conscious of. That person who makes you feel something like anger or frustration, but you say nothing. Why? Because it’s rude to speak your mind. Because […]
When To Use Corrections: One Trainer’s Opinion | Kingston Ontario Dog Training
To Correct or Not There’s many things that lead into whether or not I will correct a dog. Corrections, being the taboo topic that it is, have carried a pretty strong stigma. Also, there’s clarity that needs to be put into place. My idea of what constitutes a “correction” will differ from other trainers. So, in […]
Frustration Intolerance
What happens when a dog (or human for that matter) goes his whole life without hearing “no” or “you can’t do what you want”? Frustration can happen VERY fast. My 2 1/2 year old has taught me more about this than dogs ever could. I always thought temper tantrums were a results of bad parenting. […]
Should I Be Talking To My Dog? | Kingston Dog Training
it’s been a while since I wrote an actual blog post for this website, and if you’ve been waiting for content, you’ve been looking in the wrong places! Click here to view all Episodes of my YouTube Show, Doggin’ Around. I feel as a rule we give useless information to our dogs. See, I don’t […]
Why Do Dogs Run Away? (Even when they are treated well) | Kingston Dog Training
Every day I see at least one post on social media about dogs running away. Someone forgot to latch a gate, secure a door, latch a crate, or clip a tie out on properly and some dog took that opportunity to run for it. To a lesser extent, I see this with my clients. If […]
Quit Letting Dogs Meet On Leash | Kingston Dog Training
Let me tell you how frustrated I get every time I hear the words “he’s friendly” being shouted at me while a dog pulls his human towards me and my dog. Truth be told, this type of thing isn’t my style. I’m not one to complain, but folks who are still allowing their dogs to […]
A Dog Training Golden Rule: Dogs Do What Works | Kingston Dog Training
So I’m out doing my thing, running between clients, and hunger strikes. So I pull into a nearby fast food establishment (don’t judge me) and grab a burger. I have enough time that I don’t have to scarf it down while I drive, so I park in the parking lot, turn on a podcast and […]
Doing Nothing IS Doing Something | Kingston Ontario Dog Training
In my years, I’ve had many foreign friends who didn’t speak English as a first language. During conversations and talks, I would say something they didn’t understand and they’d ask me what it means and I would explain it to them. One of my friends in particular really wanted me to stay on top of […]
The One Big Reason I Teach My Son Respect For My Dog (Even though he’s friendly) | Kingston Ontario Dog Training
I love watching my son and dog interact. Their relationship is… well, it’s a work in progress. Brennan loves Rocky but Rocky is very patient and accepting of Brennan. Their relationship will not truly bloom until Rocky begins to see social value in Brennan, such as a playmate or running partner. Until then Brennan will […]
Quality Over Quantity in Fulfillment | Dogmanship Minute
How Much Exercise Does a Dog Need? Well, that answer changes from dog to dog. Your every day Bullmastiff will require significantly less than a working line Belgian Malinois. Truthfully, how much isn’t as important as what kind. One of the smallest things you can change that can give you a large impact on your dog’s […]