Just because I’m a professional dog trainer doesn’t mean I never make training mistakes. I’m a dog trainer, not a super human. Thousands of dogs later sometimes even I still set criteria too high for a dog to be successful. Yet, being able to quickly...
I’m sure it’s the same in every industry, but in the dog training industry we often joke that the only thing dog trainers can agree on is that the “other” dog trainer is wrong. But is it really a matter of right and wrong? I think not. I think...
Wally the Rough Collie puppy came in for some refresher training while his people went to enjoy a week in the Bahamas! Wally absolutely loved his board and train refresher course. Not only did he get to play with his dog friends everyday, but he got to work on...
One of the most dangerous and frustrating dog behaviors is door dashing. Any dog that runs out the front door is liable to get hit by a car, be attacked by another dog or lost/ stolen and no one wants that! Below we will list a few simple steps to help you get started...
Here at Applause Your Paws dog training we believe in second chances. Many of you know about the program that we run, Second Chance Dog Training, in partnership with Miami Dade Animal Services and Miami Dade County Corrections. What you might not know is that since...
The Truth about Cats and Dogs “Applause Your Paws Dog Training, this is Dee, how can I help you?” “Hi, I just brought home a new rescue dog. He’s chasing the cat and my cat is terrified. I’m afraid he’s going to hurt the cat. Can you train him to not chase my...