Do your clients find themselves walking their dog and getting dragged down the street in pursuit of a squirrel? Maybe the new rescue dog you are training thinks slippers are the tastiest chew toy? There’s a secret to transforming dogs into well-behaved...
You started your own dog training business and received a call from your first potential client. Congratulations! Two key elements of a dog trainer is getting a clear understanding of the issues clients face and creating a training plan for their dogs. A...
Today we are proud to spotlight ISCDT Graduate Jay Elfman. Jay successfully completed ISCDT’s online course and in-person internship program. Upon graduation he received the title Certified Dog Trainer, Proficient Skill & Comprehension from our school. We...
Welcoming a new pet into your home is exciting! No matter how excited you are for your new furry bundle of joy, your new dog requires a decompression period. This is necessary if the dog is eight-weeks, eight months, eight years or somewhere in between. The...
Humans are often bothered when their dog stares at them while pooping. Yet, in a dog’s mind, staring while pooping is natural. I thought my days of talking about poop ended once my sons matured and got past bathroom-themed jokes. Since we’ve had numerous clients...
A common question dog owners ask is why dogs circle before lying down? You’ve likely experienced it. Just think back to the last time you got comfortable in bed or on the couch and your dog came to join you, but, before he laid down, he circled a few times. We...
