It is Memorial Day weekend, a time when we might attend events, go to gatherings, or run into crowds. Many of us want to get out with our dog(s) and maybe even attend an event with them or take them to a bbq. If your dog is well-behaved and listens, then these types of things are likely enjoyable for both you and your dog. If your dog is not a perfect angel, these things can be challenging or even stressful (or maybe not even possible). If that’s the case, the idea of the Grade School Level can help you get a more relaxed dog that listens well in a variety of situations.

Not all barks are created equally! There are several common types of barking, each having its own unique underlying cause and method(s) for being resolved. Before we can put a training plan in place to eliminate barking, we first need to understand what type of barking is occurring. Once we understand the type (or types) of barking we are dealing with, we can then most effectively work to stop it.

Tips to help your dog with fear and anxiety towards fireworks and thunderstorms