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 […]
Do you Provide a Guarantee for Dog-Training?
Do you provide a guarantee for dog-training? If you do, here is some information to consider before making any more promises. There are some things you can guarantee for dog training and other things you should never guarantee. Let’s begin with the part where you should not provide a guarantee for dog-training. Never provide a […]
Create An Online Presence For Your Dog Training Business
You have decided to start your own dog training business! Now it is time to create an online presence. Once you establish an online presence for dog training, business will pick up and the flow of customers will increase. WebFX advises that there is no greater marketing tool than the internet. According to WebFX, the […]
What is Dog Trancing?
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. Once beneath that tree she walk so slow […]
Fourth of July – A Dog’s Worst Holiday
The Fourth of July is a dog’s worst holiday. Unlike thunderstorms, where electrostatic charges of the atmosphere and changes in barometric pressure alert a dog to a thunderstorm hours earlier, fireworks do not provide a forewarning. There truly is nothing good about the holiday for dogs. While we advocate sharing adventures and daily activities […]
ISCDT Graduate Spotlight
We are delighted to share ISCDT’s graduate spotlight for Mandie Sanderman this week. Mandie is a talented and knowledgeable dog trainer who generously shares her knowledge on everything canine. ISCDT: When did you know you wanted to become a dog trainer? Mandie: I think I was probably born to train dogs. I have spent […]
Pet Theft Awareness
ISCDT and your pet want you to know that February 14 is Pet theft Awareness Day! Each year on Valentine’s Day dog parents are reminded to take steps to protect their pets. There are various reasons for pet theft. Two of the most popular reasons are financial gain and breeding purposes. No matter why pets […]
ISCDT Spotlight – Graduate Jay Elfman
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 were eager to learn what he’s been up to since graduating and reached out to him for the […]
Can Dogs Tell Time?
I believe many of us have recognized the awareness of dogs when it comes to meal time. Equally impressive is their ability to recognize when family members are about to enter the door from school or work. Despite this ability, do you believe dogs can tell time? When we first adopted our dog, Elsa, we […]