Unlock Your Puppy’s Potential with Tether Training

A short, supervised leash connection can help you keep a puppy nearby while you observe bathroom signals or practice settling.

Olivia Williams
Published October 4, 2024

How to Potty Train Your Puppy

Potty training, house training, whatever you call it, it’s crucial for any new furry family member. Starting right away gives your pup a solid foundation for success.

Olivia Williams
Published September 11, 2024

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Service Dog Trainers

The longer you work with dogs and people, the more you appreciate the everyday habits that make training go well. Clear explanations. Patient practice.

Olivia Williams
Published August 7, 2024

The Keenest Nose: Training a Service Dog for Scent Detection Alerts

Some service dogs are trained to give an alert associated with a medical condition.

Olivia Williams
Published May 17, 2024

Can My Dog Be a Service Dog? A Comprehensive Guide

To assess a service-dog candidate, start with the disability-related work or tasks you need, the dog’s health and behavior, and a realistic training plan.

Olivia Williams
Published April 28, 2024

3 Ways to Sharpen Your Service Dog’s Tuck Sit and Why It Matters

A tuck sit is a particular sit transition. It should be comfortable for the individual dog. It is different from teaching a dog to settle underneath a table or chair.

Olivia Williams
Published April 12, 2024

Don’t Panic! A Guide to Service Dog Transport in Emergencies

Include your service dog in your emergency plan. Keep a trusted backup caregiver’s contact details with the information you want emergency responders to have.

Olivia Williams
Published March 12, 2024

The Eureka Effect Study and Dog Training

Ragen T. S. McGowan and colleagues studied dogs' responses when their actions unlocked a reward.

Olivia Williams
Published February 2, 2024

Crate Training and Gradual Independence

A comfortable crate can be useful for rest, travel or short periods of household management.

Olivia Williams
Published August 25, 2023

Recognizing Discomfort in Your Service Dog

A service dog can be skilled at its work and still feel worried, tired or uncomfortable.

Olivia Williams
Published August 12, 2023