Dog Training

Pulling on the leash. Along with tail teasing squirrels and frigid strong winds, pulling on the leash can definitely make your walk with your dog less enjoyable. In reality, you’re not alone. Lots of people who walk their dogs struggle with their dog pulling too hard on their leash. You’re not doomed to be pulled … Read More »

Getting your dog’s attention, especially when you’re starting out with training, is the first step to teaching new behaviors. If your dog isn’t watching you, he or she probably isn’t listening either. But how do you get your dog’s attention when there are so many distractions around, especially for playful young puppies? The best way … Read More »

Here at Canine Campus we receive a lot of great questions related to dog care from our customers. One of the questions we hear fairly frequently is how to stop their dogs from nipping at their fingers when feeding them treats. While nipping at your fingers when giving your dog treats can be a big … Read More »

Puppies and adolescent dogs love to play, explore and chew, so it should be no surprise when they steal household objects. When you try to get these items back from your dog, a rousing game of chase ensues because playing chase is fun! And plus, your dog loves the attention you’re giving him or her … Read More »

Walking your dog is one of the pleasures and benefits of owning a dog. Studies have shown that when someone adopts a dog, their level of recreational walking is boosted, and this increased level of exercise is maintained over months and years. This is one of the reasons why dog ownership is so good for … Read More »

Is it possible to enhance your dog’s learning ability? The short answer is an emphatic YES! While some breeds like border collies, poodles and German shepherds are renowned for being the smartest canines, the truth is all dogs are capable of increasing their ability to learn. Dog parents can enhance their dog’s ability to learn … Read More »

Biting is an inevitable part of having a puppy, but it can also be one of the most frustrating and painful. When puppies play, they often bite, chew and mouth on people’s hands, limbs and clothing. This kind of behavior may seem cute when they’re six weeks old, but it’s not nearly so endearing when … Read More »

Guarding food, possessions or territory is normal behavior in dogs. Wild animals who successfully protect their resources are more likely to survive than those who don’t. However, many pet parents find the tendency to guard valued items undesirable in our domesticated pets, especially when the behavior is directed toward people. What is Canine Food Guarding? … Read More »