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There’s A Training Tip For That – My dog won’t listen to me!

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My Dog Won’t LISTEN TO ME?… There’s a training tip for that! Say what? – You’re dog won’t listen to you? What are you really teaching your dog? My Norwegian…

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May 21
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There’s A Training Tip For That – My dog’s really gotta go!

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(Potty that is.) Getting my dog to potty … There’s a Training Tip for That! I know my dog has to go, but she’s too excited to see me and…

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Apr 29
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There’s a Training Tip For That – My dog goes berserk when I get the leash out!

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Getting Ready to Walk The Dog What is it like in your house when you are getting ready to walk the dog? Does your dog know that you are leaving…

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Apr 14
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There’s a Training Tip for That! … Nail Trimming

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Dog Nail Trimming…There’s a training tip for that! THE SANDPAPER MANICURE When it’s time for a nail trimming, my Chihuahua mix, Rio, is a terror.  A real Drama Queen.  You…

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Feb 15
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Your Dog Training Career – Board & Train

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Your Dog Training Career Could Look Like This… Taking a dog into your house for Board & Train sessions If you love dogs and yearn for a lifestyle that allows…

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Feb 03
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Dog Trainer Mike Brand tells why working with problem behavior dogs is the most rewarding part of his job. Working with canine problem behaviors is a passion that was originally motivated out of curiosity. Beginning with my own dog, I started to ask myself, why? Why is my dog so excited all the time? Why does she pull on the leash? Why does she growl at other dogs? It’s the question that sparked my passion to observe and work with dogs who exhibit problem behaviors ranging from jumping on people, pulling on walks to real aggression. My first dog, an American Eskimo named Freeway, was reactive from the beginning. Our most recent adopted Chihuahua/Terrier mix Bo and Norwegian Elkhound, Ruby; were also lunging, barking, and pulling when walking on leash when they encountered other dogs. I have lived, loved, and worked with reactive dogs most of my life, and I enjoy the challenge of giving them a better life. It is proven success in this area that drives me to be the best trainer I can be, using positive science based techniques. The dogs and the families are happier and more fulfilled when this is no longer an issue or deterrent to taking a walk in the neighborhood or a park. I very much enjoy watching the process of pet parent and dog forming a stronger bond using the user-friendly techniques and appropriate equipment that I introduce to them. The ultimate goal for both is to have a rich, fun, full life together. – Mike Brand Learn more about Mike here Learn more about our classes at AZ Dog Smart Academy here. See if you qualify for our Academy here.

Working With Problem Behavior Dogs Can Be Rewarding

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Dog Trainer Mike Brand tells why working with problem behavior dogs is the most rewarding part of his job… Working with canine problem behaviors is a passion that was originally…

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Jan 28
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The Human and Dog Connection

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The Human – Dog Connection; and it’s Implications for Training Dogs are man’s best friend.  But is man dog’s best friend?  Does your dog feel the same way about you…

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Dec 15
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Become A Dog Trainer – New Academy Session Starting!

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Become a Dog Trainer! Our next session of AZ Dog Smart Academy is starting in January! Have you pulled the trigger yet?  Now is your chance! Do you know someone…

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Dec 04
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Redirecting Reactive Dog – The Art of Dog Handling

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Redirecting A Reactive Dog – A challenge you will face as a dog trainer When you decide to become a dog trainer, your dog families will come to you with…

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Nov 12
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Clicker Training

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Your Dog Training Career Could Look Like This! Teaching the art of Clicker Training In your new dog training career, you get to teach dog parents how easy it can…

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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.