by Jim Burwell | Jan 26, 2014 | Dog Training
During a lesson last week I was asked by a client, “When is it okay to spank your dog?” I was really stopped short by this question, but admittedly not too surprised as there are still those that resort to getting really physical when it comes to correcting their... [ Read more ]
by Jim Burwell | Nov 24, 2013 | Dog Behavior, Dog Training
The # 1 reason dog owners quit walking their dog is because their dog has a leash pulling problem. Well actually, you, the dog owner has the leash pulling problem. Your dog doesn’t care if he pulls you down the street or not. Just as long as he gets to... [ Read more ]
by Jim Burwell | Nov 17, 2013 | Dog Training
My dog ignores me when we’re outside and he refuses to come to me especially at the dog park. What gives? He learned to come to me in that obedience class we took - but now it’s like he’s forgotten everything! Not only are you... [ Read more ]
by Jim Burwell | Sep 26, 2013 | Dog Training
You might look at dog training as a “time luxury” you can’t afford. Simple structure in the home, like earning “twice-a-day” meals by getting a simple sit, seems to be too much for many. Asking for any additional add-ons to the dog’s learn-to-earn program seems to... [ Read more ]
by Jim Burwell | Sep 23, 2013 | Dog Training
Kids and dogs: Do you have a survival plan to help you deal with this daily chaos? You probably could start your very own “reality television series” based on how chaotic your life is with the kids and dog. Before you actually go out of your mind, let’s take a... [ Read more ]
by Jim Burwell | Sep 16, 2013 | Dog Training
The sit command, if taught to your dog correctly and used frequently, could change your dog’s behavior for the better and forever. In fact, the sit command has so many uses it’s like a Swiss Army Knife. You know, that wonderful tool used by millions of people all... [ Read more ]
