Training Tips

Useful Information, Resources & Tips

Reading Suggestions:

Below are some helpful reading materials that every dog owner should read. 

• Meet Your Dog by Kim Brophy
• How Dogs Learn by Mary R. Burch & Jon S. Bailey
• Bones Would Rain From The Sky by Suzanne Clothier
• The Culture Clash by Jean Donaldson
• The Other End of the Leash by Patricia McConnell
• Dogs by Raymond & Lorna Coppinger
• On Talking Terms with Dogs by Turid Rugaas
  

Canine Body Language & Communication

Dogs are constantly communicating with us through their body language and behavior. Learning about canine body language and communication signals can help you learn more about your dog, the way your dog is feeling and can even prevent problems from occurring if you know what to look for and how to read your dog.

• ASPCA Canine Body Language Webinar
• iSpeakDog (Learn about Canine Body Language)
• Understanding Canine Body Language & Communication

Kids & Dog Safety

Having a baby, kids and a dog can be challenging. There are plenty of helpful resources that can help you, whether you are preparing for baby’s arrival so your dog is comfortable, trying to have your dog and kids coexist peacefully together or want to learn how to keep your kids and dog safe from each other to prevent issues from occurring.

• Family Paws Parent Education
• The Family Dog

Puppy Training Tips

• Understanding Puppy Socialization & Exposure– AVSAB
• Our Puppy Blog
• Puppy Mouthing & Biting
• Top Skills To Teach Your Puppy
• Possession Prevention In Puppies- Stop Chasing & Stealing Items 
• Download our Free Puppy Guide (Scroll down the page to sign up and receive your copy.)

Tips For Reactive & Aggressive Behavior

• Understanding Reactive Behavior In Dogs
• What Is Aggressive Behavior In Dogs?
• How To Safely Manage Aggressive & Reactive Behavior
• Resource Guarding In Dogs
• Our Behavior Blog

Anthony’s Guest Articles

AggressiveDog.com

• What are the options for dogs with aggression? 
• Managing Aggressive Behavior

DVM 360 Magazine

• Skittish Dogs: Tips for veterinary team members
• Anxious Dogs Handout (PDF)

Positively.com:

• What Is Resource Guarding?
• How to Puppy Proof
• Preventing Possessive Behaviors in Puppies
• The Difference Between Mouthing and Biting

Video’s, Podcasts & Social Media

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