by Zazie Todd | Apr 18, 2022 | blog, Guest Posts, Student Blogs
The Magic of Management in Dog Training by Zazie Todd, PhD You’ll get a new perspective on using management to help dogs (and their guardians) with these inspiring posts from the Academy’s March is Management Month. Management in dog training is one of...
by Nickala Squire | Feb 4, 2022 | blog, Guest Posts
Can Dogs Really Play Pretend with Life-sized Dolls? by Nickala Squire, CTC In my training practice I frequently use stuffed dogs in socialization, and as behavior modification aids for dogs with reactive or aggressive behavior. Shelters use realistic...
by Kelly Duggan | Nov 18, 2021 | blog, Guest Posts
No Funds for Training? Academy trainers share advice for getting the help you need. Anyone with a dog knows that dogs can bring unexpected expenses: veterinary emergencies, equipment failure, or even house repairs! Sometimes we can plan for and cover...
by Torie Silletto | Aug 3, 2021 | blog, Guest Posts
A Letter of Resignation -by Torie Silletto, CTC, CPDT-KA I am disappointed to announce my resignation from this field. After years of education, hard work and dedication, I have to finally admit that I am just not up to snuff. This profession is truly a gift,...
by Vanessa Charbonneau | May 4, 2021 | blog, Guest Posts
Puppy Priorities What Really Matters in the First Few Weeks -By Vanessa Charbonneau, RVT, KPA-CTP, CTC Puppies are a regular part of my job as a dog trainer, and whenever I talk with a new puppy parent, I ask what their specific goals are. More often than not,...
by Jessica Ring | Apr 8, 2021 | blog, Guest Posts
A Good Trade Online Coaching for Food and Object Guarding by Jessica Ring, CTC The look of astonishment on my client’s face wasn’t unusual. Her dog had a history of growling, snarling and biting if anyone came near when he was chewing his favorite bone. And she...
