Changing problem behavior: Foundation work!

Catherine AdamsDog Training

Wellness Program for dogs

Foundation work is the basis of all behavior modification training.   When I get a call for help from a potential client they often state they have 1 or 2 behavior issues that need addressing. In reality, it’s much more than 1 or 2 issues. That’s because behind all behavior is motivation and motivation is based on a feeling a dog … Read More

Dog Waits At Door Before Going Through

Catherine AdamsVideo

Blue the dog is practicing his stay at the door

Learning calm exits help build patience, eye contact, self control and human/dog connection. We achieved this using consequences; how dogs learn!

Puppy Training

Catherine AdamsVideo

Puppy Training 8

Puppy training starts early. Use this easy exercise to build connection and to intro placement for leash walking.

Dog needs a farm! Really?

Catherine AdamsDog Training

Dog needs a farm

In how many rehoming ads have you read …’Great dog for sale.  Needs a farm or large property to run.’? Its so common to see this statement in rehoming advertisements.  Unless the dog is in fact a working/guarding breed of livestock such as an Anatolian Shepard or Great Pyrenees and instinctually would probably be happier outside in a large space … Read More