Part 1C Teach handlers to spot shutdown, manage frustration, and train across emotional states so service dog skills stay reliable in real life. 🦴
A trainer-to-trainer guide with practical examples
As service dog trainers, we’re not just teaching dogs—we’re teaching handlers how to teach their dogs. One of...
Introduction
As the solstice brings the shortest days and longest nights of the year, many service dog teams find themselves spending more time in low light—whether...
When working with students who live with anxiety, PTSD, or other stress-related conditions, trainers often face a quiet challenge: getting accurate, honest information...
Introduction: Preparing Service Dog Teams for the Holidays
The holiday season—whether it’s Halloween, fireworks on New Year’s Eve, or family gatherings around Thanksgiving—can...
Appeasement or excitement urination is something many handlers encounter—especially with emotionally sensitive or young dogs. While often a developmental stage that...
For anyone who wants to hear from a pioneer in the application of Applied Behavior Analysis at Utah State University of learning theory with animals, here is a collected...
A collection of Dr. Bob Bailey podcast, video and interview resources. Bob Bailey is a pioneer in the field of animal training development.
When a professional service dog trainer creates an intake process, there are several strategies to consider to help you make a good match while catering to your...
Training your dog can be a lot more effective-and even more fun-when you have some extra hands to help out. Helpers can support you in many ways, but to make the...
This curated page is dedicated to the memory of Karen Pryor (1932-2025), who changed the lives of many people and their dogs and so many other species for the better....
Here is a list of podcasts who discuss animal learning theory, applying positive reinforcement for dogs and other animals. Divided into categories for easier access.Â
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