Training “stay” at home is one thing. But be honest: Can your dog hold it when REAL life happens? Wallace stayed calm while two off-leash dogs ran straight toward us in the middle of our training session: not because he’s perfect, but because we’ve practiced for moments like this. Here’s a breakdown of how to build that same reliability, so your dog will finally be able to listen *anywhere* - not just in your living room. I also created a totally free online course that will teach you how to tra

This is Officially the Fastest, Laziest, Most Effective Way to Train Your Dog 💁🏽‍♂️(CHANGE MY MIND!) “Capturing” is an effective, scientifically-supported training method rooted deeply in behavioral psychology, specifically operant conditioning (the science of how behaviors are influenced by consequences). Unlike luring (guiding dogs into positions using food or toys) or shaping (reinforcing small approximations of a desired behavior), capturing involves observing and reinforcing behaviors dog

In dog training, we’re often hyper-focused on teaching our dogs specific positions like “sit” or “lie down.” But what we’re really after is stability, calmness, and cooperation, especially when life gets a little tricky, like during vet visits or grooming. Enter: “stand” 🔥🔥🔥 This is not just another trick; it’s a powerful way to communicate clearly, reduce stress (for both you and your dog!), and build genuine trust. Plus, it only takes seconds to teach. Here’s how to start effortlessly teach

This is what your dog trainer isn’t telling you. When someone uses aversive methods like shock, prong collars, or intimidation to “train” a dog, the fallout lingers. Research shows us that even being around that person later can still lower a dog’s welfare. Dr. Zazie Todd joined us to talk about the real truth behind how we choose to train our dogs. What questions do you have about dog training methods, and the scientific evidence we have (or don’t have) about what’s best? Subscribe to Dog Train

Your Dog Trainer Might Hate the Idea of Consent (And That Should Terrify You). How to get a dog to stop resisting without acting like an insecure tough guy: I recently shared a simple video showing how I earned consent from Wallace, a young German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix, to comfortably put on his harness, something many dogs find stressful when rushed or forced. The reaction from parts of the professional dog training community wasn’t surprise, but it should alarm every dog guardian who c

This one shift in your mindset will make you a better trainer for your dog ✨instantly✨ https://youtu.be/-DglvZw_HDc How much of an emphasis do you put on catching your dog doing the right thing, and preventing mistakes or unwanted behaviors from happening in the first place? | Zak George

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“We only use e-collars when necessary.” To some, this sounds responsible… but what does it actually mean? Necessary for whom - our dogs’ welfare and training success, or our convenience and pride? In dog training, “necessary” has become a blank check for clinging to aversives with documented welfare harms. Dr. Zazie Todd joined us to pull this idea apart at the roots using scientific evidence, and talk about what *real* responsible dog training actually entails 🔥 Where do you draw the line - an