Researchers in Budapest taught dogs new cues and measured retention after different activities, finding that a nap improved performance while play or unrelated training harmed it. Read On…
Study in Budapest Finds Naps Help Dogs Retain New Cues
Posts Tagged ‘dog training’
Trainer: Keeping a dog off the sofa takes time, effort and patience
A Kinship guide from certified trainer Sassafras Patterdale says teaching a dog to stay off the sofa requires deliberate alternatives, consistent effort and patience. Read On…
Zoeta Dogsoul launches NeuroBond ‘Invisible Leash’ program in Chiang Mai
Zoeta Dogsoul unveiled the NeuroBond Invisible Leash program on June 25, 2025, a training approach focused on trust and cognitive alignment rather than force. Read On…
Trainer’s Concise Message: Owners Must Make Behavior Have Consequences
Susan Garrett tells owners that teaching dogs clear, predictable consequences for their actions is essential; good outcomes should follow desired behavior and unpleasant outcomes should follow unwanted choices. Read On…
The Spruce Pets’ 2025 guide spotlights reward-based dog training books
The Spruce Pets' 2025 roundup of the best dog training books favors positive, science-based approaches and draws on recommendations from trainers and behavior experts, highlighting works by Pat Miller, Karen Pryor, Patricia McConnell and others. Read On…
Why dogs roll on the floor: trainers say it’s often joy, exploration and self‑soothing
Trainers and dog‑care professionals say floor‑rolling is a common, often joyful behavior that lets dogs experience the world through their whole bodies and can act as massage, scent work and self‑soothing. Read On…
Matt Beisner’s Zen Dog: retraining ‘impossible’ dogs in downtown Los Angeles
Matt Beisner, owner of The Zen Dog in downtown Los Angeles, trains dogs others consider impossible, prioritizing safety and reduced tension while helping animals and owners rebuild their relationships. Read On…
Step-by-step guide shows how to teach a dog to lie down using hand movements and treats
An evergreen Kinship guide outlines a lure-and-reward method for teaching dogs to lie down, with practical tips on praising incremental progress and removing visible treats while still delivering rewards. Read On…
Kinship and Gentle Beast launch free eight‑workshop training program for new dog owners
Kinship and Gentle Beast have created a free training series of eight workshops and skill‑building videos for new dog owners, designed for short daily sessions and led by certified trainer Alex Sessa. Read On…
Eastern European dog‑training app’s pro‑reward campaign drives more than five million downloads
An Eastern European dog‑training app used a campaign that pushed positive‑reinforcement methods and challenged dominance-based myths; the effort helped the app surpass five million downloads and build roughly 80,000 active customers. Read On…