You Love Dogs. Should You Be A Dog Trainer?
You love dogs and enjoy being with them all the time. Should you be a dog trainer? We love dogs too. Dog training is a great occupation. It allows us to do what we love. Considering a career as a dog trainer sounds like a great option. Before jumping on board, there are things […]
Patience In Dog Training
In the world of Amazon and Grub Hub, it is easy to believe that everything happens with the click of a button and in the blink of an eye. When it comes to shopping and food delivery, it’s mostly true. These companies make our lives easy with their quick, drop-off services. When it comes to […]
Free Online Trick Training Program
ISCDT’s FREE trick training program begins on Monday, January 23, 2023 All you need is: 1. your dog 2. treats 3. a Facebook account 4. desire to have fun with some great people Our only requirements: 1. Everyone who signs up is positive and friendly. 2. Participate and, if comfortable, post videos of your training. […]
A Dog Trainer Without A Mentor
Growing as a dog trainer without a mentor can be tough, especially since the dog training field is lonely. Dog trainers often find themselves working alone with client dogs, without a colleague in sight. This makes it difficult to learn and grow as a dog trainer without a mentor. When I started my business, I […]
Pulling A Dog’s Tail Causes Damage
In recent months an increasing number of people have grabbed their dog’s tail in my presence. It happens when owners try to control their dogs. They grab the tail to stop the dog from bolting out the door and to prevent the dog from walking away from them. On one occasion I saw a child […]
Struggles of a New Dog Trainer
There are so many different aspects that go into dog training let alone running your own business. For me, there were many struggles along the way from the minute I began my journey until now. This blog is about when I first started in this business, the struggles of a new dog trainer and tips […]
Dog Safety Tips for Hurricanes and Dangerous Weather
If you live in an area where you experience tornados, hurricanes, or other dangerous weather events, preparing beforehand can save your life and the lives of your pets. Below are dog safety tips for hurricanes and dangerous weather events in your area. Make sure heartworm medication is current. Mosquito colonies multiple in flooding […]
When Is It Okay To Pet A Service Dog?
A reader asked us this question. While we do not train service dogs, we’ve had the pleasure of discussing the difference between a service dog and other dogs at local schools. Service dogs are different from therapy dogs and emotional support dogs. These dogs are not pets, rather they are working dogs with paramount jobs. […]
Ask The Trainer: What breed of dog does not do well living in a multi-dog home?
Thank you for your question. I honestly do not like listing dog breeds that do well, or don’t do well, in a multi-dog home. The reason is because everyone has their own opinion. I have read articles that list the Golden Retriever and Maltese as dogs who do better living alone. While other articles list […]
The Ultimate Guide For Families Considering A New Dog
Your client is considering a new dog. This is an exciting time for them. While it may have been a long-awaited decision, that doesn’t necessarily mean they won’t use only their heart when choosing a dog. When we rescue dogs with only our heart, we sometimes end up regretting that arrangement and in the […]