How Do I Stop Demand Barking?
Does your dog bark at you for food, toys or access to something they want? Learn why demand barking develops, how our responses can accidentally reinforce it, and how teaching appropriate alternative can help your dog discover quieter ways to communicate.
Puppy Training Classes vs Private Lessons: Which Is Right for My Puppy?
Should you enroll your puppy in a group class or book private lessons? Both offer valuable - but different - learning opportunities. Discover the benefits of puppy classes, when one-on-one training may be helpful, and why some puppies benefit from a combination of both.
How Do I Trim My Dog's Nails?
Nail trimming doesn’t have to become a wrestling match. Learn how to safely trim your dog’s nails, introduce clippers or a grinder gradually, recognize the quick, use positive reinforcement and help your dog to become a willing participant in their own nail care.
How Do I Stop My Dog From Counter Surfing?
Counter surfing can become a persistent habit because occasionally finding food makes checking the counter worthwhile. Learn how management, positive reinforcement and teaching your dog an alternative behaviour such as settling on a bed can help keep four paws on the floor—and your dinner on the counter.
Owner-Trained Service Dogs: What’s Involved and How Professional Training Can Help
Considering an owner-trained service dog? Learn about foundation training, public access skills, disability-related tasks, suitability, time-lines, and how Paus-n-Train supports psychiatric and PTSD service dog teams through individualized one-to-one training.
Are Head Collars Effective for Dogs—and How Do I Introduce One?
A head collar can give some handlers greater control of a strong or pulling dog, but it shouldn’t replace loose-leash training. Learn how head collars work, their benefits and their limitations, and how to introduce one gradually so your dog can become comfortable wearing it.
What Can We Learn From Evidence-Based, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training?
Positive Reinforcement dog training teaches us much more than how to train dogs. Discover how understanding behaviour, motivation, communication and learning can help us become better teachers, recognize success, respond differently to mistakes and build stronger relationships with our dogs
How Do I Crate Train My Puppy?
Crate training should teach your puppy that their crate is a safe, comfortable place to relax - not somewhere they’re sent to as punishment. Learn how to introduce the crate positively, build duration gradually, handle nighttime crating and respond appropriately if your puppy cries or becomes worried.