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 […]
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 […]
Can Your Dog Be Mad At You?
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 dogs is great, and we would never […]
How Anthropomorphism Can Hurt Dog Training Efforts
What is anthropomorphism? Anthropomorphism is assigning human characteristics to an object or animal. Anthropomorphism is a human trait – a pattern of behavior that was introduced to us at an early age. Think back to your childhood. Our families humanized dolls, stuffed animals, even rocks. Cartoon animals were dressed in clothing and given a voice. […]
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 […]