Have you ever considered starting your own dog training business? Perhaps you have experience training your own dogs and would like to share that knowledge with others. Or maybe you just adore dogs and want to learn more about them. Whatever the reason may be, becoming a successful dog trainer is possible — provided you follow all the right steps. For starters, it’s a good idea to have a dog training business license. While you technically don’t need to be licensed to call yourself a dog trainer, receiving certification establishes your credibility and shows clients you know what you’re doing ..read more

Operant conditioning and classical conditioning are fundamental concepts in behavioral psychology that can be applied to dog training. While similar in some ways, these two concepts are based on very different principles. If you’re hoping to train your dog or correct unwanted behaviors, understanding the difference between classical and operant conditioning is critical. So what is the difference between operant conditioning and classical conditioning? Read on to learn about their distinction and find out which one is best for training your Dog. What Is Operant Conditioning? Operant conditioni ..read more

A slip leash, or slip lead, acts as an all-in-one leash and collar that easily slips over a dog’s head onto its neck. With a few quick adjustments, the English slip lead turns into a head collar, making it an effective tool for training and safely moving a dog from one place to another. Keep reading to learn how English slip leads convert into head collars, and why they’re such useful, multipurpose tools for dog owners and trainers alike. What’s an English Slip Lead? An English slip lead can be used when moving a dog somewhere quickly, such as rescuing a stray dog, capturing an escaped dog or ..read more

Is your dog exhibiting unwanted behaviors? From play-biting to incessant barking, there’s no shortage of bad habits that can frustrate pet parents. If you’re looking to improve your pet’s behavior, a Pet Corrector can help. Let’s take a closer look and learn how to use a pet corrector. What Is a Pet Corrector? A Pet Corrector is a can of compressed air. When activated, it releases a hissing noise that grabs your dog’s attention. Its purpose is to distract your pet and guide it away from bad behavior. When and How to Use a Pet Corrector? Pet Correctors should be used whenever your pet is engag ..read more

So, you’re an expert in the world of dog training and have decided it’s time to start a dog training business. You know you have the skills and the passion, but you’re unsure how to get your own dog training business up and running. Well, you’ll need to have a business plan before launching your company. This guide walks you through how to write a dog training business plan.   7 Steps on How to Write a Dog Training Business Plan 1. Write an Executive Summary All business plans start with an executive summary, which is like a quick rundown of your entire business plan. The executive summa ..read more

When you’re bustling around in the kitchen on Thanksgiving, it can be hard to resist the temptation to give your pet turkey meat, a few scraps of turkey skin or two or three of the green beans that inevitably drop to the floor. It feels good to share the holiday feast with furry friends, but your pet’s digestive tract may not be up to handling the same dishes humans can manage. This Thanksgiving holiday, keep your furry family members in good health by following these Thanksgiving safety tips for dogs.   5 Important Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Dogs Keep Food on the Table, Not Under It O ..read more

Trick-or-treating is one of the best parts of Halloween week, along with cute costumes, pumpkin spice lattes and horror movies. But if you’ve got a dog, that Halloween candy stash could be extremely toxic. Keep reading to learn what to do if your dog eats Halloween candy and is showing symptoms such as panting, diarrhea, agitation or abdominal pain. Dog owners can also learn more about how to protect their pet’s health at Halloween and which types of candy are worst for dogs’ health. Most Dangerous Halloween Treats for Dogs As a pet parent, it’s your job to be super-careful about what’s acces ..read more

It’s that time of year again when families are carving pumpkins, going apple picking and planning their next Halloween costumes. With so many fall festivities occurring, it’s easy to convince the whole family to get involved in the excitement. If you’ve got pets in the house, why shouldn’t they be invited, too? Seeing dog owners dressing their pup up in a creative Halloween costume is a common sight. Depending on your dog’s temperament, taking them out when the kids go trick-or-treating for candy can increase the fun for the whole family. If you’re considering taking your dog trick or tre ..read more

If you’re a dog owner seeking a career change, a dog training business may be your answer to “What’s next for me?” Your own dog training business can provide flexibility and allow you to work at something you love, especially if you’ve trained your own dog to obey commands. More people are making dogs part of the family, with around 69 million dog owners in the U.S., so the dog training industry should continue to grow. This is the perfect time to find out how to start a dog training business and how to be successful in it. When families adopt a new dog, many will look for training to help fac ..read more

Dogs love spending time outside with their owners, but during summer months, high temperatures can put your best friend at risk for heat exhaustion. Although you should always strive to avoid excessive heat and keep your dog cool, your pet can still fall prey to rising temperatures sometimes. So, before you hit the trail for a warm weather hike, you should know how to recognize and what to do for a dog with heat exhaustion.   What Is Heat Exhaustion? Because they only have a few sweat glands in their foot pads, dogs pant to cool down their body temperature, which makes them susceptible t ..read more