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What Owners Can Learn About Their Dogs During Group Sessions

When most owners sign up for group classes, their first thought is obedience—commands like sit, stay, and heel. While these skills are important, group training opens the door to something far more valuable: a deeper understanding of your dog. Observing dog behavior in group training reveals things that don’t show up at home or during […]

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What Makes Behavior Modification Different from Traditional Dog Training

When people think of dog training, they often picture a puppy learning to sit, stay, or walk politely on a leash. These skills are important, but they fall under the category of traditional obedience training. What many owners don’t realize is that some behaviors require a different, more specialized approach. That’s where behavior modification comes

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Life After Board and Train: Maintaining Your Dog's New Skills

Life After Board and Train: Maintaining Your Dog’s New Skills

Completing a board and train program is a major step toward transforming your dog into a well-behaved companion. But what happens once your dog returns home? The key to lasting success is consistency. At Innovative K9 Academy, we help you transition from the training environment to real life, making sure your dog’s new skills stick

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E-collars for Effective Dog Training

E-collars for Effective Dog Training: Busting the Myths

E-collars, also known as electronic or remote training collars, have been widely misunderstood due to persistent myths and misconceptions. Often labeled as “shock collars,” these devices are safe, humane, and highly effective when used correctly by professional trainers. At Innovative K9 Academy, we believe in educating dog owners about the true nature of e-collars and

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Introducing Dogs to Cats: Stages of Comfort and Interaction

In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some basic themes to consider when you’re thinking of introducing your dog(s) to one or more cats. While it’s true that some dog-cat relationships aren’t perfect, there are many things you can do as a pet owner to position both animals for the ideal

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