The holidays are approaching and it's time to get your dog ready to greet strangers with calmness & understanding. In order to complete this exercise, your dog will need to know how to -- Hand target your hand, or "touch" Sit calmly and hold position Now that your dog knows how to do these behaviors, your next step is to teach your dog how to touch someone else's hand, as outlined in the video below. Remember, follow your dog's cues. If they need a break, they will let you kn

Are you struggling with your dog's behavior? Positive reinforcement training could be the key to transforming undesirable habits into good ones. This effective training method focuses on rewarding desirable behaviors, leading to happier dogs and owners. For dogs, learning can be a joyful experience when the right techniques are applied. Let's explore how positive reinforcement training can help change your dog's behavior for the better, offering realistic solutions along the

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