K9 Training Institute Blog
Welcome to our blog! Here you’ll find dog training tips and tricks essential for a well-mannered pup.
Training your dog is a lifelong commitment. We can’t teach them a few tricks and then expect them to behave politely forever.
That’s why we regularly add additional content to our dog training blog. We’re dedicated to helping you build a loving, trusting, and healthy relationship with your pet. That’s because every single dog has the potential to form an extraordinary bond with their human family.
All the dog training tips in the articles on this blog are based on extensive scientific research made by animal behavior specialists of the caliber of Dr. Alexa Diaz, Ph.D. (one of the foremost service dogs trainers in the U.S.).
Bookmark this page to stay up-to-date on the latest in all things related to dogs. We regularly update our dog training blog with additional tips and tricks, so don’t miss out!
Also, don’t forget to check out our free workshop designed to help your dog become as calm, obedient, and well-trained as a service dog!
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Taking your pet out for a walk or a visit to the dog park without the leash is a wonderful way to spend time together. Your dog has a chance to roam. You can even play challenging games, like Frisbee. However, there are also times when your best friend manages... Read More >>>
No one wants to watch their itchy dog suffering from and scratching at their skin. All too often it leads to them tearing out their fur and biting the patchy skin until it turns red and raw. These 'hotspots' can take weeks or even months to heal. Thankfully, there are... Read More >>>
Your dog disobeys. You get angry. You discipline the dog. The dog sulks for a bit, learns nothing, and goes back to disobeying again. This pattern of behavior is repeated time and time again. You want to train your dog how to behave but you really feel stuck in a... Read More >>>
Your tiny puppy jumps on any- and everything he comes into contact with and, because he’s little and cute, no one minds. Plus, he’s too short to really reach anything of consequence on countertops. However, when your tiny puppy turns into a full-grown dog and hasn’t been taught to stop... Read More >>>
Worried about having a fearful dog? Learn how to train your dog to be a confident pet. Insecurity in our dogs can lead to many problems. Some forms of insecurity are innate, and some are learned based on experiences. Dog who are fearful are unsettled, and this fear can often... Read More >>>
If a tiny little puppy starts nipping at your ankles or fingers, it might be kind of cute at first. But the older (and bigger!) he gets, the more likely this is to be a nuisance—or even a danger. Some puppies have a tendency to bite because of their breed,... Read More >>>
It is important to teach your dog at the beginning of his life to set him up for a happy and obedient life! One of the most universal commands taught to dogs, “Leave It” works effectively in a host of different situations. And it keeps you away from the negativity... Read More >>>
Dogs. A human’s best friend. Sometimes they are the joy of our lives, and sometimes the bane of our existence. We love having healthy and active dogs, but sometimes they wear us out with their activity and energy. You know that your dog needs to have physical exercise to stimulate... Read More >>>
Dog Leash Training Made Simple When you get a puppy, you imagine how wonderful your life will be! Playing fetch in the park, cuddling, and going for walks. You dream of carrying him in your large handbag where he is perfectly well behaved, much like the girl in Legally... Read More >>>
Have you ever met a dog who was simply ill-behaved and awful? Chances are, this is because their owners were not serious about training them when they were just puppies. When you first receive him, begin to train your puppy as soon as possible. Brand new puppies come into your... Read More >>>