Happy Thirsty Thursday!

Happy Thirsty Thursday!

Another way to teach your dog impulse control is to have them Sit, Stay, then give a release command (e.g., OK) before they take a drink out of a public water bowl and before getting petted. Teaching a dog impulse control is difficult because it requires overriding their natural, instinctual desire to immediately pursue rewards. 

Read more

Couch & House Rules

Couch & House Rules

All households’ rules and boundaries are different.  This is why A+ Dog Training fully customizes our training sessions to fit your dog’s and your family’s needs. Some families don’t mind their dog sitting on the couch whenever they want.  Some families don’t want their dogs on any human furniture at all.  And sometimes the family

Read more

7 Things We Can Stop Your Dog from Doing

7 Things We Can Stop Your Dog from Doing

Seven Things We Can Stop Your Dog from Doing: Picking Up Inappropriate Objects (e.g. the dish towel or apple pie on the counter) Darting Out the Door Jumping On People Dragging You While on a Walk Inappropriate & Prolonged Barking Protecting or Growling Over their Food/Toys Barking or Lunging at Other Dogs Sign up for

Read more

Motivational Monday

Motivational Monday

Today’s Motivational Monday post is to encourage you to get creative and have fun when obedience training your dog.  When working on Stay, train for duration and/or distance away from you.  Have them stay in various places.  See how creative you can be with your dog! Stay is a command that can save your dog’s

Read more

Motivational Monday

Motivational Monday

A dog door is ideal for owners with busy schedules.  Once potty-trained, A+ Dog Training can help you guide your dog to the next step toward greater independence while you’re away at work. Today’s Motivational Monday post focuses on trusting your pup with more of the house when they’re ready.  Happy Motivational Monday with love

Read more