Introduction Welcome to the ultimate guide for dog training in Denver, where we offer tailored advice to help you and your furry friend thrive in our unique city. Denver's combination of high altitude and diverse weather conditions presents a unique set of challenges for dog owners. Whether you're a new pet parent or looking to refine your dog's training, this guide, featuring tips from local experts, is your go-to resource. Understanding Denver's Environment Denver, known as the Mile High City, sits at an elevation of over 5,000 feet. This altitude can affect both humans and pets in various w ..read more

Introducing a new puppy or dog to a household with an existing dog displaying aggression requires careful planning, patience, and understanding. Before deciding to bring a new furry friend home, evaluate your capacity to manage both dogs' needs, including space, time, and emotional energy. Recognizing and managing aggression triggers and employing controlled introduction techniques, such as supervised walks and gradual closeness, are key to fostering a safe and harmonious environment. If your dog exhibits consistent aggression, seeking professional guidance early is essential to ensure the wel ..read more

Welcome to a balanced approach to puppy training, where love meets guidance. This month, we're diving into the world of puppy behaviors, from nipping and biting to destructive chewing and separation anxiety. Discover how a mix of reinforcement and gentle, consistent corrections can lead to a well-behaved, happy puppy. Learn practical tips to guide your pup towards becoming a respectful and joyful family member. Join us in fostering a loving yet structured relationship with your new furry friend! Welcome to our latest guide: "Balancing Act: Puppy Training for a Harmonious Home." Bringing a new ..read more

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Are you considering training your beloved dog to become a service dog? The journey towards transforming your canine companion into a reliable service dog is a remarkable one. Service dogs play an invaluable role in assisting individuals with disabilities, providing them with the necessary support and enhancing their independence. But how do you know if your dog is "service dog" ready? In this post, we'll explore the essential traits and training requirements to help you determine if your dog has what it takes to become a service dog. Temperament and Personality Assessment The first step in eva ..read more

As you start to work with your dog, you may notice an escalation in bad behaviors. These outbursts don’t mean you’re doing something wrong. On the contrary, they mean you’re doing something right. Consider a simple unwanted behavior like begging whenever you sit down to eat. Many dog owners find it hard to resist giving their new puppy a little nibble under the table. As the dog grows older, however, that begging behavior can become tiresome. If ignoring begging at the table is part of your training regimen, your dog may start doing behaviors to grab your attention other than just looking at y ..read more

When a dog follows instructions one minute and then ignores them the next, owners may wonder what’s going on. Most trainers know the dog is just in “the messy middle” of the training journey: the dog knows the commands and how to respond, but struggles to let go of old behaviors, habits, and coping mechanisms. How do you help the dog get through the messy middle to the other side? Recognize that training involves a learning curve which can often include setbacks. Stay calm and be patient; your dog can sense your distress. Remember that training can be stressful! Especially with dogs who ..read more

Quick question: What’s your go-to move at a party where you don’t know many people? Do you make a beeline for the one person you recognize? Walk right up to the loudest-laughing group and work your way into the conversation? Or do you go straight to the bar and chat up someone in line? Maybe you do none of these because you don’t enjoy parties and rarely go. Anyone who’s visited a dog park knows they can seem very much like a party. And just like us, different dogs approach them differently. Some dogs love the crowd and the energy; some warm up slowly, taking a few minutes at first to become ..read more

Introduction We are a nation of dog lovers. It is estimated that around 70 million households in the US have at least one pet dog (source). Owning a dog can be incredibly rewarding and satisfying, but it can also be a challenge, especially if you experience aggression or behavioral issues. If you have recently introduced a new furry friend to the family and they haven’t settled, you’re having trouble training a puppy, or an older dog is displaying changes in behavior, you may be thinking about obedience training or seeing a dog behaviorist. In this article, we’ll explore these services in deta ..read more

Summary: There’s a common myth that training dogs with behavioral problems will ruin their personality. This isn’t true, and we explain why in this article.  My dog is misbehaving, but I’m worried about dog training as I don’t want to squash my dog’s personality!  At Ancillary K9 Dog Training, this is something we hear far more than we’d like. There’s a massive misconception that training your dog in certain ways will ruin its personality. Obviously, you don’t want your dog to become a robot that barely does anything. You don’t need them to have military-level discipline! (Although ..read more