Distance, duration, and distraction are the keys to making your dog’s training reliable anywhere. Learn how to use the Three D’s to turn basic skills into rock-solid habits.

Teaching your dog to sniff on cue gives them enrichment and calmness without losing control of the walk. Learn how to train it, when to use it, and why it’s such a powerful tool.

For anxious, reactive, or overexcited dogs, unpredictability is exhausting. Pattern games create calm by replacing chaos with something reliable — and confidence grows with every repetition.

In training, we focus on doing — but sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is nothing. Here’s how intentional stillness builds calmness, patience, and resilience in your dog.

Before you unclip the leash or swing open the car door, take a moment. How you start your adventure sets the tone for the entire walk — for both you and your dog.

Your dog didn’t grow up reading street signs, navigating parking lots, or knowing why that big metal box on the sidewalk sometimes moves. The human world is weird. Here’s how to guide your dog through it like a pro.

When your dog barks at a passing jogger or even a leaf skittering across the driveway, they’re not being “naughty”—they’re doing a job they believe is theirs. Here’s how to acknowledge, step in, and show them you’ve got the security detail covered—so they can finally relax.

I started making treats because of food allergies. Now I stick with it because dogs love these. Soft, simple, and easy to make at home.

In a world full of distractions and stimulation, helping your dog build calm is one of the best gifts you can give them. Here’s how I teach calmness—and why it matters so much.

When training is fun, everyone wins. Here’s why joy and play should be at the heart of your dog training—and how that mindset can transform your partnership with your dog.

Want to get more out of your dog training? Stop feeding from the bowl and start training throughout the day. Here’s why this method works—and how I use it with my own dogs.

Trick training builds so much more than cute behaviors. It’s a powerful way to deepen trust, improve focus, and create joyful connection with your dog. Here’s why I love it—and why your dog will too.

Clicker training isn’t just a trendy tool—it’s the clearest way I’ve found to communicate with dogs. Here’s why it changed my entire approach to training—and why I think you’ll love it too.

A strong recall can save your dog's life—and open the door to off-leash adventures. Learn how to build it with positive training and engagement games.

Walks shouldn’t feel like a battle of wills. Learn how to turn leash walking into a conversation with your dog—and why clicker training helps make it fun and engaging for both of you.

Dog training isn’t a straight line—it’s a video game. When things fall apart, you’re not starting over. You’re just reloading the last level with new information. Here's why that mindset keeps me (and my dog) moving forward.

Wondering how long you should train your dog each day? You’re not alone. Here’s what I’ve learned from working with my own dog, Bagheera: short, real-life sessions matter more than long drills.

Most people focus on what to do when their dog messes up—but what you do when they get it right is even more important. Learn how to mark and reinforce good behavior so it sticks.

If your dog isn’t listening, they might not be stubborn—they might be overwhelmed. Learn how to recognize stress signals early and what to do when your dog is “over threshold.”

Training that works starts with trust. Before you correct your dog, ask: are we connected? This post explains why relationship always comes before rules—and how that changes everything.