Announcement: Dog Training Nation Joins ABC
Dog Training Nation
by Fanna Easter
3y ago
I’ve got some amazing news! Dog Training Nation will be joining forces with Animal Behavior College. Animal Behavior College offers certifications in the pet services industry. They have programs in dog training, veterinary assisting, pet grooming and cat training. A lot of my subscribers have been asking for more pet grooming and veterinary care content in addition to my dog training articles. While I can cover dog training no problem, I’d love to provide you helpful content from other industry experts, such as professional pet groomers and veterinary technicians. This is why I think merging ..read more
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High Tech Dog Toys To Keep Your Dog’s Brain Busy
Dog Training Nation
by Fanna Easter
3y ago
Dog Gadgets to Entertain Your Dog frank1crayon/Adobe Stock As a professional dog trainer, I’m always scanning the dog world for new mental enrichment ideas for dogs, especially when dogs are left alone all day. Thankfully, technology is advancing and now new gadgets and apps are being created for dogs as well. Food stuffed toys and puzzles are excellent ways to keep your dog entertained. And when they’re combined with technology, your dog will be exhausted when you arrive home from work. Check out my favorite high tech dog toys. Your dog will thank you! Dog TV Channel Believe it or not, dogs n ..read more
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Stop Walking Your Aggressive Dog In Public
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by Fanna Easter
3y ago
Why You Shouldn’t Walk Your Aggressive Dog Art_man/Adobe Stock Yes, this is a very strong statement, but allow me to explain why you shouldn’t walk your aggressive dog in public. As a professional dog trainer, who works mostly with reactive dogs, there’s a reason for this strong position. Of course, it’s a free country and you can make your own decisions, but are your choices making things worse? If you share your home with a reactive dog that displays aggression in public, take a moment and think twice before leashing your dog up. Do Public Walks Help Your Dog? Think about this question from ..read more
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How To Start Volunteering For Dog Rescue Groups
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by Fanna Easter
3y ago
Becoming a Dog Rescue Volunteer Okssi/Adobe Stock Everyone wants to help a dog in need, but many are not sure of how to get involved or even where to start. Take it from a fellow dog lover and dog rescue volunteer: All dog rescue groups need manpower. Yes, donations to rescue groups are wonderful, but rescue groups need boots on the ground to assist in transporting dogs, fostering and interviewing potential adopters. It’s a new year, so get involved with dog rescue. Here are a few tips to becoming a dog rescue volunteer. Find a Dog Rescue Group Near You With the Internet, it’s much easier to l ..read more
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The Meaning Behind Those Yellow Ribbons On Dogs
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by Fanna Easter
3y ago
The Yellow Dog Project Africa Studio/Adobe Stock Walking reactive or anxious dogs in public is challenging, especially when strangers and dogs walk over to greet your dog. It’s best not to walk fearful dogs around triggers that scare them because it will only make it worse. Sometimes, avoiding scary triggers is impossible during potty walks though, especially for apartment dwellers and for those without backyards. Due to this issue, a smart individual started The Yellow Dog Project, which has gained popularity within the dog world. What is the Yellow Dog Project? The Yellow Dog Project is ..read more
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New Help For Dogs Scared During Veterinary Exams
Dog Training Nation
by Fanna Easter
3y ago
Fear Free Pets Announces New Program WavebreakmediaMicro/Adobe Stock When great things happen, it’s pure joy announcing them to pet owners across the world! Fear Free Pets, whose mission is to take “pet” out of petrified, has launched a new program that will teach dogs (and other pets) to enjoy veterinary visits. Drum roll, please! They’ve launched a Fear Free Animal Trainer Certification Program for qualified dog trainers, which is a huge step in the right direction for everyone. Fear Free Animal Trainer Certification Program Yes, there are now expert dog trainers who can complete an intense ..read more
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Help! My Dog Hates Riding In The Car
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by Fanna Easter
3y ago
Why Dogs Hate Riding in Cars & What to Do About It Csák István/Adobe Stock Many dogs hate riding in cars for numerous reasons. Some dogs will bark, howl, lunge at the window, drool and even throw up. These dogs are clearly uncomfortable, so they learn to hate riding in cars. Before addressing car riding woes, it’s important to understand exactly what is causing your dog’s discomfort first. Motion Sickness Nausea is the worst, especially when you’re unable to get away from the cause. Motion sickness is extremely common in dogs. It’s best handled with over-the-counter medication, such as Dra ..read more
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Is My Dog Protecting Me Or Is He Scared?
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by Fanna Easter
3y ago
Dangers of Protective Dog Behavior agneskantaruk/Adobe Stock This is a difficult question to answer because human feelings are being used to describe a dog’s reaction. Many pet owners feel their dogs are protecting them from threats. It’s a comforting feeling for humans, but dogs feel frustrated. When dogs growl at people approaching, while sitting in their pet owner’s lap, this is called resource guarding. Yes, your growling dog is protecting his resource, which is you, but protective dog behavior is dangerous that will get worse, if not addressed quickly. Why Dogs Resource Guard Owners Guard ..read more
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My Dog Refuses To Walk Up Or Down Stairs
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by Fanna Easter
3y ago
How to Help a Dog Scared of Stairs zhitkov/Adobe Stock Walking up and down stairs seems like an easy task; however, traversing stairs can be scary for some dogs and puppies. A few stairs are easy to navigate for most dogs and puppies, but it’s when it’s a full flight of stairs that can be downright spooky for them. If you live in an apartment building or have a second floor in your home, it’s important to teach dogs and puppies that stairs are fun and safe. Below are dog training tips to help a dog scared of stairs. First, Add Non-Slip Rugs Most dogs and puppies dislike walking up or down stai ..read more
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Is Your Dog Aggressive When Startled?
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by Fanna Easter
3y ago
Help for Dogs That Become Aggressive When Startled Kateryna/Adobe Stock Being startled is a normal response when someone or something surprises you from around a corner, when someone suddenly walks through a doorway, or when you hear a scary sound. When most dogs are startled, they will jolt, bark or freeze, and then recover within a few minutes. However, there are some dogs that will panic and react by lunging forward, charging, barking and growling. These dogs have a difficult time recovering from being startled; it can take hours for them to recover. If your dog is aggressive when startled ..read more
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