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Scent work – Newest AKC Dog Sport

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It’s no secret that dogs love sniffing: they’re so good at it, in fact, that they can be taught how to detect explosives in airports, bed bugs in hotels, or…

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Feb 06
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Dog Training Resources – Uplevel Your Dog Training Skills

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Looking for more resources to bring your dog training skills up a notch or two? We have put together some tried and true great resources if you are interested in…

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Jan 23
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Do you know how many types of Service Dogs there are?

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Types of Service Dogs Service Dogs are some of the most versatile and hardworking pups around. But exactly how many types of Service Dogs are there? Dogs, along with miniature…

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Dec 31
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Service Dog Program on TV!

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AZ Dog Sports was recently featured on City of Phoenix TV! Our Service Dog Program was highlighted and some fun footage was caught!  

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Nov 14
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Certified Dog Trainer Credentials

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Dog Trainer Certifications What do all those letters behind a dog trainers name actually mean???? CPDT, APDT, KA, ABCDT, CATT…and there’s SO many more! Let’s start at the beginning.  How…

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Oct 24
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The Why Behind Positive Training Methods

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Why Train Positive? If you are a new puppy parent or even a seasoned dog guardian, you’ve probably heard of “positive training”. Unfortunately, there are some who still believe that…

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Oct 03
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Why is it important for my dog to be social?

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Dog Sociability – How to create it It seems to be a hot topic in social circles right now.  The ins and outs and pros and cons of having dogs…

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Sep 13
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Service Dog Q&A

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Jessa Parker answers our most asked questions about Service Dogs Service Dog Q&A Q: “What really makes a service dog a service dog?” A: The real answer is hundreds and…

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Aug 29
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The 5 Styles of a Dog’s Bark

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What’s behind a dog’s bark? Nonstop barking can drive even the saintly to desperation. Fortunately, there’s help to be had. The approach you use depends on the cause of the…

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Jul 03
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There’s A Training Tip For That – Administering Dog Ear Drops

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I have to give my dog ear drops?? There’s a training tip for that! So, your dog has an ear infection You find yourself at a crossroads…your dog has an…

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What does CPDT stand for behind a trainer’s name?

Just like most professional credentials, not all are common knowledge. CPDT-KA behind a trainer’s name stands for a nationally recognized certification of proficiency, and knowledge of science based training methods.

The trainers that have this certification have met a standard of knowledge that has been assessed by an independent council. They also need to have a minimum of 300 hours of dog training and related volunteer or professional experience within the last three years. They must follow a specific code of ethics which favors using a humane hierarchy of methodology; choosing positive and motivational methods, rather than force based training or compulsion methods. To read more about the specific requirements please visit CCPDT.org.