SDTI uses shaping as one of the training approaches to help a dog learn new behaviors. It can be fast and effective if the dog and handler know how to play the...
Both while still at the breeder and after they have been taken to their new homes, puppies need enrichment to grow their little brains and set them up to be tolerant...
Some service dog handler’s prefer to use a leash they don’t have to hold in their hands. Some benefits for the handler include having your hands-free to hold other...
Thoughtful use of a retractible leash is required to keep your service dog safe, healthy and trauma free. What Are the Specific Situations We DO and Don't Recommend...
Learn why there has been a push to use flat body harnesses in training loose leash walking. [Includes Audio File]
“I Can’t Use Food for Training my Dog!”
I hear this comment occasionally when I get new service dog clients. For the vast majority, we are able...
It can be hard to find good treats to use for training.
Here's simple recipe that you can adapt.
Toys and games can be a very useful tools to help train a service dog. Different kinds of toys can be used for different functions.
There are two kinds of toys:...
We recently received this question! Thought we would post the answer in case it was useful to anyone else.
“I cannot train using treats, and I cannot find...