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Mar 2111 min read

The Perfect Dog Training System... and the Humans who **** It Up

In which I criticize behavior consultants, board & train trainers, R+ training, balanced training, and “cookie cutter” training in...

Mar 138 min read

Fancy Heel Part 2: Lure, Lure, Go Away

Click here for a vlog video version of this article. As “fancy” heel exploded in popularity (see part 1 of this series), so did the heavy...

Mar 57 min read

Fancy Heel Part 1: A Limited History

And Some Rulebook Citations for Good Measure Click here for a vlog video version of this article. One of the things that makes heelwork...

Feb 179 min read

A Story about Politically Positive Training, Censorship, and Sharing Ideas

Current day note: This was written in late 2019, when I first moved to Portland. I sure wish this article was no longer relevant, but it...

Feb 13, 20227 min read

Dog Sports, Cool Tricks - Will They Help My Puppy Behave Better?

Tricks and sport skills oftentimes offer more than their face value. Learn about how "the fun stuff" can improve your dog's whole life.

Sep 29, 202112 min read

Everything You Need to Know About Rally-Obedience (And Everything Your Dog Needs to Know, Too!)

About Rally Rally-Obedience, Rally-O, or just plain “Rally,” is a competition obedience sport. Rally includes a range of maneuvers to...

Sep 28, 20218 min read

Top 5 Most Common Mistakes Made by New Rally Competitors

While Rally is a great sport for newbies (click here to learn why), that doesn’t mean that earning Rally titles is an effortless affair....

Sep 28, 20214 min read

Why Rally is Great for Newbies

There are many canine sports and hobbies to choose from: doggy freestyle dance, nosework, disc dog, protection sports, dock diving, barn...

Sep 28, 20214 min read

In-Person Rally Classes - Worth It or Waste of Time?

Or, A Tale of Valuing Online Dog Training So, you’ve been scrolling on your phone. You started on the “basic dog Instagram'' of cute...

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