Separation anxiety is one of the most difficult things to experience for dogs and their humans. It causes severe stress in the dog when they are left and causes the dog's guardian to feel trapped, anxious, and frustrated. For the guardian, it can have a major emotional, social, and financial impact. But, there is hope! By teaming up with a veterinarian and a qualified separation anxiety trainer, you can dramatically improve both the lives of the dog and the human.
So, you got a pandemic puppy! But now the world is opening back up. Is your dog ready?
Our lives are increasingly doing digital. Online tools and doing this virtually help us save time and stay connected. But can we train our dogs this way? We think so! And we have trained clients this way since 2014! Read why online dog training is effective and particularly beneficial for fearful dogs and those with separation anxiety.
We’ve written about it before—it’s something we tell clients, sure, but also every friend and family member that gets a new puppy: socializing your puppy is more important than any training you can ever do at any other point in their lives.
When you have a dog that pulls and walks are frustrating, we tend to walk our dogs less, resulting in pent-up energy and boredom (and therefore bad behavior) in our pups. In this post, we discuss three techniques for walking a dog that pulls that might help make your walks better for both you and your dog!
Living with multiple animals can be amazing and fun, but also has its challenges. If you have multiple pets or are considering adding a pet to your family, we've compiled an easy list of dos and don’ts to save unnecessary stress for you and your pets and to help keep everyone happy and safe.
There are many correlations between human and canine development—adolescence is certainly one of them! We receive so many concerns and complaints from parents of adolescent pups that we decided we should write about it. So if you're raising a puppy that will soon be a "teenager", this is the time to instill appropriate behavior patterns that will continue into adulthood.
Most of us have to relocate with our animals at least once in our lives, and it can be very stressful for both humans and animals! If moving causes anxiety for us people, imagine how stressful it can be for a dog who doesn’t understand what’s happening. But not to worry, as we have compiled a handful of helpful tips and tricks to make the move as easy and stress-free as possible for both you and your dog.
So what does positive reinforcement have to do with voting during an election? Well, in theory, voting should be inherently reinforcing because we should feel motivated to participate in our democracy. But we all know this isn’t the case. Our lack of motivation is proof that the need is really that immediate—it’s direct reinforcement that modifies behavior.
As I write this, I can hear the whistle of my dog breathing, with the occasional snort and wiggle to relieve the itching. Miles Davis is thirteen years old, with Cushing’s Disease, sore joints, and a weak heart (only physically, of course). While I’m still trying to figure this out, I thought it would be helpful to share the ways I’ve learned to minimize stress for my aging or sickly dog.
If you are a dog owner, I’m sure you know the overwhelming feeling of wandering through the aisles of a pet supply store, or pouring over the thousands of options for collars, leashes, and harnesses online. Well, those days are over, because we have done the work for you! Here's a helpful list of dog collars, leashes, and harnesses for dogs that we have put to the test.
As I write this, I just finished a bowl of Mint Chip ice cream and I am considering a second. Or maybe I should just eat the whole carton? The fact that I am even stopping to think about it shows some impulse control. Though if I fail to resist the temptation to grab that whole carton and finish it right now, that would definitely show a lack of impulse control. We all experience impulse control (or a lack there of) on a daily basis, and so do our dogs!
Play is one of the best ways to bond with your dog, build trust, and tire that pooch out so you can both snuggle up and watch Netflix. Of course, there are appropriate and inappropriate ways to play, so read on to ensure you are providing your dog with the best forms of play. These games are guaranteed to enrich your dog's life and build your relationship!
‘Tis the season … to justify spending all your money on your pups! If you’re anything like me, you’ve already dressed them in ugly Christmas sweaters, baked them doggy-safe holiday biscuits, and danced with them to “Let it Snow.” Are you wondering what you can get them to make their holiday season even more magical? You’re in luck! We’ve done the work for you and put together this awesome holiday gift guide for dogs and dog lovers alike, guaranteed to make your darling jump for joy!
Is your dog fearful, anxious, or reactive? All of the above? When you go to a movie, do you check your phone every 30 minutes, afraid you’ll get a call from the neighbors that your dog has been crying, or worse—jumped out the window? If this sounds like a day in your life with your pooch, they are suffering from excessive, unhealthy stress, which can also put your dog’s physical health at risk. We've got some great tips to help manage your dog's anxiety and stress!
“The most amazing thing about training a German Shepherd is they are smart. The most annoying thing about training a German Shephard is they are smart,” says Trainer Kyle Kittleson. Most likely you are not going to be enrolling your German Shepherd into the police academy, but they still need a job to be fully engaged and happy in your family life. Kyle will teach you how to raise a happy German Shepherd.
Mary Tully teaches about the fascinating past of these sporting dogs – from retrieving game for hunters to current jobs like working in airports. Mary dive into history provides dog owners some insight into your retrievers present behaviors, that could be rooted from their past.
From search and rescue, seizure notification to police work, Kyle Kittleson talks about how these amazing dogs give back to the communities they serve.
Retrievers love to….you guessed it! Retrieve! Tully’s Training Dog Trainer, Kyle Kittleson, teaches about the importance of exercising your retriever and specifically the physiological and health benefits of playing fetch with your retriever.
Head Trainer, Mary Tully, explains the importance of play to a Pitbull’s healthy development, and introduces a stellar strategy for taking you Pit Bull to the dog park.
Live training for Doodles! Are you thinking about buying a Doodle for your family? Today we’ll cover what to consider when introducing a new Golden Doodle or Labradoodle into your home.
Mary Tully shares a brief history of the Pitbull: where they came from, and what they were used for. She also talks about the future of Pitbulls in America and what is true and false about this misunderstood dog breed.
Head Trainer, Mary Tully, teaches the in’s and out’s of Pit Bull temperament and how to choose the best dog for your family. Pit Bulls are an outgoing, fun breed of dog and Mary will explain her perspective on Pit Bull ownership.
Are you worried about how your dog will react to all the new sounds and visitors this Halloween? In this live training, Kyle and Brianna teach you exactly what you need to do if you have a dog that startles easily, barks when the doorbell rings or is scared of loud noises.
Do you know what positive reinforcement is? Have you been hearing this buzz word in dog training circles? Head trainer and founder, Mary Tully, teaches you everything you need to know about positive reinforcement and techniques to introduce positive reinforcement techniques into your relationship with your dog.
Montreal recently passed a breed-based ban on the Pit Bull breed, and sadly, they aren't alone: over the last three decades, several hundred U.S. cities and towns have passed breed-based laws like Montreal’s. Are Pit Bulls dangerous? Are they unpredictable? It's time to discuss and debunk these myths once and for all.
Fall is here! Leave are changing, the weather is crisp and beautiful. It’s the perfect time to get out and get active with your dogs. With the oppressive summer heat behind us, here are 5 ideas for fall activities to do with your dog.
Making the decision to hire a dog trainer is a big step. Watch Mary Tully give her best tips you need to know before hiring a dog trainer.
Rainy days can make for antsy dogs and frustrated people stuck inside together, without a way to burn some energy. But, you’re in luck! We have so many ideas of how you can make the most of your time inside together! Read on for your rainy day boredom busters!