by The Life of Riley | Positive Reinforcement Dog Training
Recently I wrote about the risks of taking your dog to a dog park. It seems that dog parks are more trouble than they are worth, which is very unfortunate for dogs that love to play with other dogs. But, if you choose not to frequent dog parks as an outlet for your...
by The Life of Riley | Positive Reinforcement Dog Training, Shelter Dogs
With so many dog trainers and pet care providers out there, how do you choose the right one to work with? A booming industry The pet care industry has grown steadily for over 20 years. Now a significant factor in our economy, the booming business has many people...
by The Life of Riley | Dog Training, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training, Puppy Training, Training Products
I used to feel conflicted about using a crate for my dog. After all, we want our dogs to be happy, and giving our dogs freedom to go and do and be dogs brings them happiness, doesn’t it? Here is what I have learned about the benefits of teaching your dog to love its...
by The Life of Riley | Dog Training, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training, Training Products
Prong Collars… There really is a better way to handle your dog. Yes, even the big, powerful, forever-playful dogs. “Aversive techniques can elicit an aggressive response in dogs because they can increase the fear and arousal in the dog, especially in those that...
by The Life of Riley | Positive Reinforcement Dog Training
Ever wonder what your dog is trying to say? How do dogs communicate?? If you have been around dogs much, you are likely aware that dogs are quite good at communicating. But, are you aware of all the ways in which they ask us questions by displaying behaviors to get a...
by The Life of Riley | Dog Communication, Dog Training, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training
The holidays are a time of reflection and hope. Reflection on the year that is almost over, our successes and our failures. What we learned and how we grew. Hope for the future, what we wish to achieve, whether on a grand scale to change the world, or a smaller scale...
