Regulating the dog training industry by requiring dog trainers to be certified and licensed

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Requiring certification and licensure for dog trainers; good or bad idea? By Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA Regulating the dog training industry by requiring trainers to be certified and licensed has been a topic of debate in recent years. While some trainers argue against regulation, others argue that it is necessary to ensure the quality and effectiveness of training and the welfare of the dogs in their care. One of the main arguments for regulation is that it would help to ensure the quality and effectiveness of training. By requiring trainers to be certified and licensed, only individuals who have …

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How to Deal with Aggressive Dogs: Strategies for Preventing and Stopping Dog Aggression

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Two dogs in the same home engaged in a fight

How to Deal with Aggressive Dogs: Strategies for Preventing and Stopping Dog Aggression By: Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, (Dog Behaviorist) Certified Dog Behavior Consultant Dogs are not only our best friends but also an integral part of our family. But unfortunately, sometimes our furry friends can exhibit aggressive behavior that can make us and our family members feel unsafe. Understanding the causes of aggression and taking the right steps can help us prevent and stop this type of behavior. In this article, we’ll discuss what dog aggression is, its causes, and the strategies we can implement to prevent and …

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Online Dog Behavior Consultations

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ONLINE DOG BEHAVIOR CONSULTATIONS What are Virtual Dog Training and Online Dog Behaviorist Consultations? Are They Right For you and Your Dog? Online Dog Behavior Consultations Online Dog Training Virtual Dog Training Zoom Dog Behavior Consultations Dog Training and Behavior Consultations by Video Remote Consultations for Dog Behavior Online Dog Behaviorist Real-Time Video Dog Behavior Consultations Above are just some of the terms used for working with a Professional Dog Behaviorist or Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through video conferencing and online dog behavior video consultations. COVID-19 Taught all of us Dog Behavior Professionals that when it comes to behavior problems, …

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HOW TO BE THE PACK LEADER

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HOW TO BE THE PACK LEADER LEADERSHIP Domestic dogs evolved from wild dogs that lived in a pack environment. Because they evolved as pack animals, they do best when they live in a home with clear leadership. Pushiness, demanding behavior, uncooperativeness, anxiety, over-attachment, fears, and separation problems, can all indicate the lack of a clearly defined leadership within the home. Simple changes to your routine interactions in handling can lead to a calmer, happier, better-behaved companion explanation! Stop free feeding. Unless otherwise directed by your dog’s veterinarian. Divide food into meals and allow the dog 10 minutes to eat before …

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How to Stop Food Aggression in Dogs

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How to stop Food Aggression in Dogs

HOW TO STOP FOOD AGGRESSION IN DOGS WARNING AND CAUTION IS ADVISED WHEN WORKING WITH HOW TO STOP FOOD AGGRESSION IN DOGS: FOOD AGGRESSION IN DOGS IS SERIOUS. ANY KIND OF DOG AGGRESSION IS SERIOUS AND SOMEONE CAN GET HURT. Be sure not to attempt this training without the help and instruction of a professional dog behaviorist or consultant who specializes in aggression. DO NOT ATTEMPT THIS BY YOURSELF. NEVER USE PUNISHMENT, FEAR, PAIN, OR INTIMIDATION TO DEAL WITH DOG AGGRESSION. IT OFTEN TIMES MAKES THE AGGRESSION WORSE WITHIN SIXTY DAYS OF THIS TYPE OF TRAINING. THESE ARE GENERAL TRAINING …

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What to look for when hiring a professional dog trainer in Phoenix Az

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Phoenix Dog Trainer Jordan Marsteller teaching a German Shepherd Puppy to Sit

What to look for when hiring a professional dog trainer in Phoenix Az What should you look for when hiring a professional dog trainer and when looking at professional dog training companies might be confusing? Consequently, this brief guide will help you by providing you with tips on what exactly to look for in a professional dog trainer. There are a lot of dog trainers and dog training companies in the Phoenix Arizona Metro area.  As a result, when you do a search for a dog trainer in Phoenix or a search for a dog trainer near me, and you …

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How to stop a dog chasing a cat

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How to stop a dog chasing a cat  In this article is a discussion on how to stop a dog chasing a cat.  For as long as cats have been, dogs have been chasing them. So, you have a dog that does not get along with your cat. This brief article will talk about how you can get your dog comfortable and relaxed around your cat, therefore desensitizing your dog and its reactive behavior towards your cat. Before we can do behavior modification and the necessary counterconditioning and desensitization, we need to teach your dog some alternative behaviors that would …

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Simple Steps to Solve Your Dog’s Behavior Problems

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Dog Behavior Fact Check

Around 44 percent of households in America own at least one dog. That makes for a whopping 78 million dogs in the United States. Unfortunately, many pet owners find themselves wondering how to solve dog behavior problems. The most common issues are often misunderstood or mishandled by owners. Dog behavior problems such as destructive behaviors, barking, or aggression can lead owners to surrender their pet to an animal shelter, adding to the nearly four million dogs that are surrendered in the U.S. every year. Your furry friend is a massive part of your life, but the most common dog behavior …

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Clicker Training Dogs

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CLICKER TRAINING DOGS Clicker training dogs has become one of the most popular forms of dog training around the world. As a result, more and more dog trainers are using this type of dog training. In addition, this way of training a dog  is becoming popular with dog owners around the world. However, what exactly is this type of training for dogs.   QUESTION: WHAT IS CLICKER TRAINING? ANSWER: Clicker training is marker training that marks a behavior and  signals the dog that behavior earns a reward. This type of training for dogs uses a small hand held devise that …

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PUPPY SOCIALIZATION: Puppy Socialization Period 3 weeks to 3 months

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Puppy Socialization: When is the right time to train and socialize your puppy? Critical Puppy Socialization period from 3 weeks to 3 months. By Will Bangura, Dog Behaviorist There is a lot of confusion as to when is the best time to start puppy socialization. When is the right time to train and socialize your puppy?  FROM 3 WEEKS TO 3 MONTHS When should puppy socialization begin?  The critical period for puppy socialization or dog socialization starts at 3 weeks of age and goes until 12 weeks of age or 3months. Unfortunately, most dog and puppy owners don’t begin to …

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