by Vanesssa Taylor | Jun 19, 2026 | Basic & Advanced Obedience, Leash & Reactivity Training
Loose leash walking and heel are often treated as the same thing, but they serve very different purposes. A dog walking politely next to you doesn’t necessarily mean they’re heeling. In fact, many owners spend months trying to teach a perfect heel when...
by Vanesssa Taylor | Jun 15, 2026 | Basic & Advanced Obedience, Behavioral Dog Training
Leave it is one of the most useful commands your dog can learn. You drop food while cooking. Your dog spots a chicken bone on a walk. A guest sets their purse on the floor. In all of these situations, a reliable leave it can prevent problems before they happen. The...
by Vanesssa Taylor | Jun 11, 2026 | Basic & Advanced Obedience
Recall can be the difference between a close call and a safe return. Your dog spots a squirrel, catches an interesting scent,...
by Vanesssa Taylor | Jun 7, 2026 | Behavioral Dog Training, Rescue Dog Training
Nervous dogs are often misunderstood. An owner sees their dog hesitate around a stranger, freeze near an object, or become worried in a new environment. Naturally, they want to comfort their dog. So they say, “It’s okay, it’s okay.” Then they...
by Vanesssa Taylor | Jun 3, 2026 | Behavioral Dog Training, Dog Training Insights
Socialization is one of the most misunderstood parts of dog training. A lot of owners think socialization means “my dog needs to meet and play with as many dogs as possible.” That’s usually where problems begin. Owners take puppies or nervous dogs to open dog parks...
