It’s important to critically evaluate and implement the correct use of any training tool. Head collars, prong collars, harnesses, flat collars, regular leashes and retractable leashes have all played their part in a dog injury at some point. Modern ecollars have come a long way in their development, but no tool is “perfect.” Modern e-collars use TENS technology (Transcutaneous Electrical… The post Proper Fit of the Ecollar appeared first on Dog Dynamix ..read more

If you have a new puppy, you already know that it’s a lot of work! What is proper socialization? How do you train your puppy to stay in a crate? How do you potty train a puppy? If you consult the internet, the advice is not only overwhelming, but a lot of times it’s just plain wrong. Dog Dynamix offers… The post <h1>Our Perfect Puppy Program</h1> appeared first on Dog Dynamix ..read more

Balanced dog training is more effective than positive reinforcement training, alone. The post Positive Reinforcement Training (ONLY) for Dogs? appeared first on Dog Dynamix ..read more

Balanced Dog Training is more Effective than Positive Reinforcement only training. The post <h1>Positive Reinforcement ONLY Training for Dogs?</h1> appeared first on Dog Dynamix ..read more

Food rewards are a crucial part of our Denver boarding and training programs. We pride ourselves in creating dogs who enjoy their obedience training, and we primarily achieve that through using healthy, high value treats. With all of the options available, it’s important to focus on three factors. The food we use to train dogs needs to be delicious, nutritious… The post <h1>The Best Treats for Dog Training</h1> appeared first on Dog Dynamix ..read more

Dogs value many things, but the top three most misunderstood values are: Food, Sleeping Space, and Freedom of Movement. Food is necessary to survive. Dogs will fight over food, inappropriately gulp down (sometimes inedible) items, and guard food (even when they’re not hungry), because it is such a valuable resource to them. Dog Trainers disagree on a lot of concepts, but controlling access to food is universally accepted as a good practice because all dog trainers understand that food is the way to a dog’s heart and mind, and is our most valuable asset to manipulate their behavior. We can lump ..read more

Is your puppy interested in everything but training? Are you struggling to get your puppy to pay attention, even when using treats? Follow this step by step guide to train your puppy. If you don’t have your dogs’ attention, you can’t influence their mind. If you can’t influence their mind, you cannot influence their body. If you can’t influence their body, you can’t control what your dog does! The first step to having a well-behaved dog is shifting your focus from influencing their body, to influencing their mind. If you don’t have your dogs’ attention, you can’t influence their mind. If you c ..read more

Nestled in the picturesque city of Arvada, Colorado, Denver area dog owners can find one of the best Dog Training companies in the area. Our premier dog training facility offers unique features that make us a standout choice for dog owners seeking top-tier training services in Colorado. The Dog Dynamix Experience: Dog Dynamix is not your average dog training facility—we have built a community dedicated to nurturing well-behaved, happy, and confident dogs. Let’s delve into what sets Dog Dynamix apart: Our Dog Training Philosophy: At Dog Dynamix, our training philosophy revolves around positive ..read more

While doggy daycare and dog parks seem like a great idea on the surface, they are at the root of a lot of social disorders in dogs. I mean, who doesn’t want to watch their dog frolic with ‘friends’, while also meeting like-minded people, and reaping the benefits of a a completely worn out dog? While that’s the experience that most people are going for, and have maybe even experienced, the fissures in their (normally) friendly dog’s behavior start to show right around the time the dog is maturing into adulthood. The cause of this deterioration in behavior is for another blog. You would expect y ..read more

Puppy season is just around the corner, and we want all new puppy owners to be able to locate quality puppy training. Not all ‘dog trainers’ are created equal. What should a puppy class cover? There are 5 basic commands to teach a dog. Every dog should respond to it’s name, they should sit, they should come when called, they should have some version of ‘stay’, and they should walk well on a loose leash. Your puppy training class should introduce your puppy to these obedience concepts, as well as provide guidance for how to socialize your puppy. The primary objective of the puppy class should ..read more