The Dog Blog

So many owners come to us because they desperately need help teaching their dog to walk calmly on leash (or how to walk in a “heel” command). Perhaps you can relate with some owners that come to us in tears of frustration as they tell us: “He marks on something every ten feet. We can’t get anywhere on our walks!”“She lunges and barks at every dog she sees. She sounds so mean.”“My dog pulled me

We work with the brand E-Collar Technologies because we believe it to be a safe, effective, valuable tool to help you communicate with your dog. But just like with any tool, there is a learning curve. And that learning curve not only includes the basic mechanics of how and when to use it, but also understanding its basic functions. In this article, you are going to receive a to break down of the top ten

Blue Mounds State Park The more traveling we do, the more we realize how fortunate we are to have so many wonderful city, county, and state parks so close to home. And you don’t have to travel far from home to feel the beauty and peace that comes with a wonderful and relaxing nature walk. So if you’re looking for a new adventure to enjoy with your dog, we highly recommend these state parks. They’re

Everyone wants to give their dog off-leash freedom. It’s so fun watching them frolic and play, ears flapping in the wind. But when it’s time for fun to end, many dogs seem to “forget” their name. So what’s the secret for a reliable recall? A leash. Stop giving your dog freedom off-leash until you know she’ll come on leash. It’s that easy! Now go practice! *Obviously there’s a whole lot more work that needs to

We often like to compare dogs and toddlers when talking about behavior training. Of course they’re both cute and cuddly and steal our hearts instantly, but they are also incredibly similar when it comes to their naptime needs… Think about an overly tired toddler. How does she behave? She gets fussy, throws a tantrum, stops listening as well, and is not the most fun human to be around. And a tired dog? Fussy, behaviors become

‘Tis the season to set new goals (aka New Year’s Resolutions)! But if we’re not careful about it, we’ll end up spiraling into the same old habit of giving up too soon. So how can we set some goals that we can actually meet? And how can we set those goals in relation to our dogs? What do we mean by SMART goals? In order for goals to work, they need to be SMART. This

If you’re searching for the best dog trainer for your family, you’ve likely run into lots of options, including a wide range of price points. And with such a wide range of pricing options, it can be hard to decide who to trust and where to commit your time and energy. So let’s break down your options so that you can make the best decision for you, your dog, and your future. Table of ContentsTraining

Alright Wisconsinites. Getting your dog exercise year-round is important for both physical and mental health. But are we ever really ready for the transition to bitter cold days and our dogs’ ongoing physical demands? Sometimes it’s just too cold to get out for a nice walk or playtime, but that doesn’t mean your dog doesn’t have energy to burn. And if you don’t find a way to get that energy out, you’re going to notice