Do you think your dog is “alpha” or “dominant?” It’s ok if you do – this is a very common way of speaking about our pet dogs. It’s easy to …
Reward-Based Training Versus Punishment: Which is Better?
In this article, we’re exploring a scientific paper that was published in 2004. We’ll try to break down the article into plain English to help you understand what the researchers …
The Best Dog Training Tips that Dog Trainers Have Ever Heard
When I was just starting out as a dog trainer, I felt like I was constantly jotting down dog training tips. The trainers at Canis Major Dog Training in Denver …
How Knowing Your NOLS Leadership Style Makes You a Better Dog Trainer
When it comes to dog training and leadership style, are you a hot tamale or a cool cucumber? Thinking about what your leadership style is can help you grow as …
How Your Morning Routine Ruins Your Dog’s Day
Your morning routine ruins your dog’s day, every single day – but it doesn’t have to. I had a eureka moment last week while I drove home from training a …
Why Do I Stick (mostly) to 1 Operant Conditioning Quadrant?
I love operant conditioning and the science of behavior change. I love the jargon, the details, the studies. What researchers find in their studies really impacts what I think about …
