As a professional dog trainer, having access to the right resources and implementing effective practices is essential for success in your field. In this blog, we explore 7 must-have resources and practices for dog trainers. These will help improve your skill set and...
Tibetan Mastiffs, are known for their imposing presence. Recognized by the American Kennel Club as the 155th breed. These majestic canines have a rich history, but they remain somewhat enigmatic. ISCDT’s dog trainer course includes lessons on different dog...
In ISCDT’s last blog post, Puppies: Why Waiting Eight Weeks Matters, we outlined the importance of keeping puppies with their mom for at least eight weeks. This blog explores the consequences of prematurely separating mom and her puppies. Various problems can...
The first time I witnessed dog trancing was while sitting in my friend’s backyard. We returned from a girls’ night and watched on as her dog raced around the yard burning off pent-up energy. At one point the dog crept slowly beneath a tree with low-hanging branches. ...
As a professional dog trainer for over 15 years, clients often ask “Can your dog be mad at you? Its understandable that people are worried about this, as most of us are programmed to worry what others think of us, including our dogs! The love we have for our...
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...
