Five ideas to help with recall training… I consider a reliable recall a – ‘foundation behaviour’ – and one that allows our dogs more freedom….

[Practical exercise] – Your 2026 animal training goals, Splitting not lumping ? Happy 2026! I feel the start of a new year can offer a…

Stuck on what behaviour to train next? Have you ever taken a break from training? And/or struggled to find your mojo regarding what behaviours you…

[Animal Training Consults] Ideas for working with your human learners… This story is based on real events * I’ve been recently working with a client/human…

Have you considered this loose leash walking approach? Over the years and through many conversations with various trainers we’ve heard lots of different thoughts, ideas,…

After a traumatic incident left her dog Jack too scared to walk, trainer Jill Hassevoort used Leslie McDevitt’s pattern games to rebuild his confidence. Learn how choice and predictability can help a fearful dog feel safe again.

Lisa Longo shares 5 key objectives for R+ parrot training. From teaching children and prioritizing consent to ensuring sessions are fun, learn how to build trust and improve your bird’s welfare through positive reinforcement.

Struggling with a new pet intro? Shelly Wood breaks down her 6 biggest lessons, covering management, remote feeders, and pattern games. Say goodbye to the “deep end” and hello to a systematic, stress-free transition!

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