Tools of the Trade
This may be one of my smaller blogs…but the point is simple…read on There are no secrets here-I am a dog trainer that actually teaches dogs behaviors I want; meaning I don’t use fear or intimidation...
View ArticleMy Name is Renea, I am a Cookie Pusher!
Of course you won’t find me at any cookie pusher’s anonymous group because I am loud and proud — OUT! I love being a cookie pusher trainer! Do you know one of the main differences between being a...
View ArticleLoose Lead Walking-the Pre-Heeling Behavior
Before you can begin teaching the fine art of “heeling” your dog must understand how to walk with a loose leash. The length of the leash is not relevant as your dog must understand to walk with slack...
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How it All Began…
I was not always a professional dog trainer, but I have always been an animal lover. I grew up in rental properties and could not have a “dog of my own”; instead I had gerbils and guinea pigs and mice...
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Relationship Centered Leadership…
When was the last time you looked your dog square in the eye? Do you remember why you started training, competing or just owning dogs? Every good trainer/handler has a timeless bond with their training...
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The Master Manipulator!
Dogs are programmed to do what works. They live in a delightful “What is in it for me” world. This can be used to your advantage if you let it. I routinely tell people in my classes and private work...
View ArticleShhhhhh…let it happen
As a species, we sure are a chatty bunch. This blog post is courtesy of a day training client who pointed out, “I noticed you don’t really say much when training dogs” [regarding my YouTube channel]....
View ArticleRelationship Centered Leadership~ Its a book!
Last year I set out writing a book for publication. It turned out to be a much larger project than I anticipated, but I stuck with it! In January it officially hit the world, and Family Companion...
View ArticleUnderstanding Reinforcement
Reinforcement, simply put, is the increase in a behavior based on consequences. It is not necessarily about cookies or happy moments, it is simply about the effect consequences have on behavior. I...
View ArticleThe Leader of the Pack~
You MUST be the pack leader! You should NEVER be the pack leader! You DON’T need to be the pack leader! Shhheeewwwwww that is exhausting! What does your dog need, really? First let’s look at the word...
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