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Want Focus? Engage/Disengage Game for Distracted and Reactive Dogs
Is your dog reactive or distracted by things in the environment? You NEED to watch this video! In this video I show you the...
Jan 19, 20241 min read


Better Behavior? Ditch the Bowl
You CAN have a better behaved (and more fulfilled) dog in 2024! In this video I talk about why it's time to finally ditch your dog's bowl...
Jan 5, 20241 min read


How to Teach a Golden Retriever Puppy to Heel
Do you want your dog to walk nicely on a leash, stay by your side, turn when you turn, slow and speed up when you do? In this video...
Dec 22, 20231 min read


Complete Guide to National Parks with Your Service Dog
This video combines my two favorite things: Service Dogs and National Parks! I cover National Park Service rules and regulations, how the...
Dec 15, 20231 min read


How to Put a Harness on a Wiggly Puppy (conflict-free!)
Do you have a wiggly puppy? A dog who bounces around while you try to clip their harness? In this video I show you a conflict-free way to...
Dec 8, 20231 min read


Can I Have Two Service Dogs? (& Why?)
Most of the time, one service dog is plenty! But there are certain circumstances where you might have two service dogs, either...
Dec 1, 20231 min read


Best Service Dog Gear (from a pro service dog trainer)
Wondering what gear a professional uses on a daily basis? I'm currently on a cross-country road trip and could only pack the absolute...
Nov 17, 20231 min read


Why I Stopped Commanding My Dog To Do Anything
Command vs. Cue: What's the difference? Change Your Language, Change Your Relationship With Your Dog! Have you ever been frustrated by...
Nov 10, 20231 min read


Service Dog Training: City Bus - Intro to Public Transportation for SDiTs
Tackling public access situations, such as public transportation, with your SDiT can be challenging! I'm here to help! In this video,...
Nov 3, 20231 min read


Come to Heel: Loose Leash Walking Foundations
If you can't get your dog do find heel position when you're stationary, they certainly won't be able to maintain it when you're moving....
Oct 13, 20231 min read
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SERVICE DOG TRAINING GUIDE
I created this guide because I wanted a place where owner-trainers could go to not only see the universal skills that I teach to all service dogs I work with, but also as a place where you could find resources on how to teach those skills. How to use this guide: Start by working through the “foundations” section of this guide. Regarding order after foundations: Every dog is different. I typically start with training skills that the dog will be most successful at (chill dog?
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