An important aspect of dog training is to always create an environment that sets your pet up for success. Oftentimes dog owners forget that animals cannot read our minds and then become frustrated when training does not happen as quickly – or as easily – as expected. Listed here are top tips to improve your dog’s training success. Read more › The post 9 Top Tips to Improve your Dog’s Training Success appeared first on Smart Animal Training Systems ..read more

By Deborah Jones, Ph.D. There are plenty of fun and useful applications for the Pet Tutor.  One of my favorites to teach is targeting. A target is an object that your animal moves towards and touches with a body part.… Read more › The post On Target with the Pet Tutor appeared first on Smart Animal Training Systems ..read more

Doggie Doo it’s a new year and people are making resolutions.  For quite a few years I’ve been fairly anti-resolution.  Why? Because they don’t work! And in the process, they can actually make things worse because you end up feeling… Read more › The post Dog Door Manners in 3 Easy Steps appeared first on Smart Animal Training Systems ..read more

If you’ve ever taught your dog to do anything – from a basic “sit” to running an agility course – you’ve probably noticed how much they enjoy it. Is it because of the tasty reward they earn? Well, partly. After… Read more › The post The Easy Way to Keep Dogs Active and Engaged appeared first on Smart Animal Training Systems ..read more

Helping Your Dog Cope with Holiday Space Invaders The holidays present unique challenges for families with dogs. Whether you are hosting guests or visiting relatives over the holiday season, there are always issues and stresses that can affect your family… Read more › The post Helping Your Dog Cope appeared first on Smart Animal Training Systems ..read more

By Deborah Jones, Ph.D. There are plenty of fun and useful applications for the Pet Tutor.  One of my favorites to teach is targeting. A target is an object that your animal moves towards and touches with a body part.… Read more › The post On Target with the Pet Tutor appeared first on Smart Animal Training Systems ..read more

Shiny New Objects! Several weeks ago I was lucky enough to be able to attend Clicker Expo in Arlington, Virginia.  I love the opportunity to spend time connecting with colleagues and students, learning interesting new things, and of course, buying… Read more › The post Shiny New Objects! appeared first on Smart Animal Training Systems ..read more