Trying to decide between a board and train program and private lessons for your dog? Here's what a certified trainer recommends, what the research says, and what to ask before you commit.

Many dog guardians know the sinking feeling when fireworks go off and their dog starts trembling, hiding, or panting. Noise fears are one of the most common behaviour challenges in dogs, and once they appear they can be tough to undo. Guess what though? There is good news! A recent research manuscript by Dr. Stefanie Riemer entitled, Therapy and Prevention of Noise Fears in Dogs—A Review of the Current Evidence for Practitioners revealed that a little bit of pro-active positi

How long will it take for our dog to become an “expert” at a particular skill? That’s the million-dollar question many trainers field some version of on a regular basis. Let’s take an example: how long will it take our dog to be able to leisurely walk by another dog while on leash regardless of the circumstances (i.e., who, what, where, when, why)? I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again many times over that training plans and management plans go together like two peas in a

Around 5-6 months of age, puppies begin their journey through adolescent development, until they reach approximately 2.5 years of age give or take based on breed, size, etc. There were rough times in the 2-3 months after you brought them home as you both learned how to navigate puppyhood together. Times when sharp puppy teeth and lack of sleep got the best of you, but you pulled through relatively unscathed. Everyone commented on your rockstar pup because he was walking well