A series of blog posts to help you best learn how to effectively train your furry friend.
For those who recently brought a new puppy home, or even those who have done so at any point in the past, you may have dealt with a condition that’s somewhat common among younger dogs: Your pup panics when you leave them alone to go to the bathroom. Most frequent among especially young puppies, this […]
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Dog training A Handler’s Guide to Working Effectively With Your Dog By Sean Knudsen Dogs have lived with us for thousands of years. During this time, they learned to read and understand our micro expressions. What this means is that you cannot hide your feelings, attitude, or mood from your dog. You need to be
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While there are several different specific programs or formats for dog training out there, many contain similar concepts and themes. One of the most well-known guides that helps summarize a very simple approach to dog training is known as the Humane Hierarchy of dog training, which was created by Dr. Susan Friedman. At Innovative K9
Humane Hierarchy of Dog Training: Basics, Early Levels Read More »
There are a variety of issues certain dogs may have with varying items they’re associated with, and the collar or harness is a common example. Many Utah dog owners will see issues where their pups run away or otherwise resist when it’s time to put on their harness or collar – luckily, there are some
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If you’re preparing for a puppy, chances are you know the initial period after bringing your new friend home will often be a whirlwind. The first 30 days with a new puppy are often the most intriguing and possibly stressful, as you show your new pet their new surroundings and get them familiar with the
First 24 Hours With a Puppy: Preparation, Time off and Areas Read More »
With the holiday season fast approaching, those considering gifts for their dog-loving friends have a number of good options these days. And if you’re purchasing for someone you know is also eco-friendly and conscious of the environment, your range of versatile products remains wide. At Innovative K9 Academy, we’re proud to offer not only numerous
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In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some basic root causes and tips for addressing dog anxiety and behavior issues in the car. This is an area where many dogs have to become familiar and improve their behavior over time, often with assistance and training from their owners. At Innovative K9
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Many new dog or puppy owners have had similar experiences with their lovable friends: They have trouble riding in cars. Whether this trouble presents itself in the form of pacing, whining, drooling, barking or even nausea or vomiting in some cases, this is something dog owners will want to address. At Innovative K9 Academy, our
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In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some of the risks inherent in dogs drinking too much water while they swim. While letting pups swim is great exercise and activity for them, overconsumption of water during these swims – both pool and natural water – can come with some serious health risks,
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In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some of the major themes involved with smaller dogs who show aggression toward larger ones. There are a few possible causes of such behavior, most getting back to stress and territorial behavior, but there are also techniques owners can use to limit this behavior with proper
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