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Back To School: Why Now Is The Perfect Time To Train Your Dog

Why Now Is The Perfect Time To Train Your Dog

Ever noticed how back-to-school season isn’t just a reset for kids, but can also be an effective time to train your dog? With the house settling into a new routine, your canine companion can benefit from the structure too. It’s a unique opportunity to align household schedules. Historically, the end of summer has always heralded … Read more

Pet Insurance For Your Dog And What To Look For

Pet Insurance For Your Dog

Consider this: one in three pets will require emergency veterinary treatment each year, yet only about 10% of pet owners in the U.S. have pet insurance. This immense gap highlights the importance of safeguarding your four-legged family member’s health. Pet insurance for your dog can be the safety net that ensures you’re never faced with … Read more

How To Avoid Stress During Dog Training

How to avoid Stress During Dog Training

Every seasoned dog trainer has experienced those moments when a promising training session suddenly spirals into chaos, leaving both human and canine anxiously frustrated. Do you know that over 70% of dog owners report feeling stressed while training their pets? It’s a common issue, yet there are effective strategies to mitigate this stress, making the … Read more

House Training 101: A Complete Guide To Potty Training Your Puppy

House Training 101

Most new puppy owners are unaware that nearly 80% of puppies can be effectively house-trained within just two to three weeks with consistent effort. A proper house training regime not only ensures cleanliness but also fosters a stronger bond between the pet and owner. The key is patience, commitment, and understanding the puppy’s behavior. House … Read more

The Power Of Socialization: Transforming Dog Behavior For A Harmonious Bond

Pet Insurance For Your Dog

A well-socialized dog is not born, but made through consistent and positive interactions. Surprising to some, studies have shown that early socialization in puppies significantly reduces behavioral problems later in life. Indeed, one might say, a socialization session a day keeps the bad behavior away. Historically, the incorporation of socialization practices in canine training can … Read more

Dog Training: Choosing Between Group Classes and Private Sessions

Private Training Session with Off Leash K9 Training Spokane / CDA

Choosing Between Group Classes and Private Sessions This article compares the advantages of group dog training classes and private sessions, highlighting the benefits of each and providing factors to consider when choosing between the two. Group Dog Training Classes: Benefits and Considerations Group dog training classes offer a few benefits, with one of the most … Read more

Shaping Confident Puppies: The Key to Well-Adjusted Dogs

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Shaping Confident Puppies: The Key to Well-Adjusted Dogs Learn how to shape a well-adjusted dog through puppy socialization and confidence building and see what training programs are available through Off Leash K9 Training Spokane to assist.   Puppy Socialization: Shaping a Well-Adjusted Dog Puppy socialization is a crucial part of a young dog’s development. Without … Read more

The Perfect Age: When to Start Dog Training Classes.

When to Start Dog Training Classes? The ideal age to start new puppy training classes is between 8-12 weeks, as early training can prevent behavioral problems in the future and is crucial for socialization and imprinting behaviors in a puppy’s first 5 months.  The best age to start regular obedience dog training classes is at … Read more