NORTH RIDGEVILLE, Ohio -- There is a saying among dog trainers that there are no bad dogs, only bad dog parents. Dogs, regardless of breed, need consistency and require an investment of time and money ...
Dog lovers often blame the media for making pit bulls out to be vicious, mean dogs, and certified dog trainers and even animal control officers say there are no bad dogs - just bad owners. Dog lovers ...
From their square faces, short legs and muscular builds, the pit bull dog breed umbrella has gained a bad reputation for their intimidating looks and history of being dog-fighting animals. But despite ...
This essay was written by Marc Bekoff, Ph.D., and force-free dog trainer Mary Angilly. Many guardians start their training journey by enrolling their dog in a basic manners class, which is often seen ...
Raising a rambunctious and mischievous puppy into a well-behaved and mannered adult dog is like raising a child — it takes ...
“Balanced” is one of the more deceitful words used in the unregulated field of dog training. This approach utilizes both positive reinforcement (rewards-based) methods and aversives (physical ...