Because behavior makes sense when you understand what a dog is feeling
Clear expectations, motivation, and learning principles that make training effective without force or intimidation. These pieces focus on why learning works — not just how.
These posts explore this topic through real-world observation, emotion, and development — helping behavior make sense before training begins.
Small steps. Big results. Gentle training that builds trust first. Tiny, joyful reps teach faster than long, perfect ones. When it’s hard, make the next rep easier, shorter, or simpler. Ladder skills: home → yard → public → real
Realistic Expectations In Dog Training Is A Cornerstone Of Success. Don’t worry, realistic expectations in dog training doesn’t mean you won’t get results. When
If rewards “stop working,” it’s rarely because a puppy is stubborn or manipulative. It’s usually because motivation, emotion, or clarity broke down somewhere along the way. In this video, I explain how rewards actually function in puppy training, why motivation
The Best Time to Train Your Puppy or Dog (And Why It’s Not What You Think) The Best Time to Train Your Puppy or Dog (And Why It’s Not What You Think) “When is the best time to train
Most people think training starts with cues like sit, down, or come. But for a new puppy, the very first step toward success happens before any formal training begins. In this video, I explain why thoughtful puppy-proofing and environment
Most people think dog training starts with cues and corrections. The truth is: training starts with motivation — the internal engine that makes a dog want to participate at all. In this video, we break down what truly motivates
New Puppy or Rescue Dog? 5 Common Mistakes to Avoid (So You Can Actually Enjoy Each Other) Bringing home a new puppy or rescue dog is pure magic. Hope. Excitement. A fresh start.And—if we’re honest—a whole lot of accidental mistakes