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The truth about shock collars from the BC SPCA

The science behind why shock collar training is so detrimental to your dog. Click here to read.

Get the Deets on Finding the Best Dog Trainer in Your Area

Choose the right dog trainer

How to Hire a Dog Trainer

Discover how to hire a reputable dog trainer and avoid questionable practices. Read more.

How to Select a Dog Trainer

Learn how to guide clients in selecting a dog trainer with the right methods. Read more.

Walking a Fearful or Reactive Dog 101

​Looking for tips for walking a fearful or reactive dog? Read this article.

Is your dog a thief?

​Looking for quick tips for the stealing dog? Read this article.

Finding help for a pet with a behavior problem

The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior guide to behavior professionals.

Jumping

​Want some quick fixes to keep your dog from jumping on you? Read this article

Top 5 complaints about treat training

​Want to know how to housetrain your dog? Read this article.

How to find a good dog trainer

​This article has 8 questions that you should ask every dog trainer before you hire her.

Why you shouldn’t use a retractable leash, Steve Dale

Do you use a retractable leash? Think again because you could be de-training your dog! Click here to read the article.

Positive reinforcement trainers in Central Florida

Humane Dog Training Advocates

Lincoln Land Animal Clinic Video Library

Watch videos on training your dog, low stress veterinary visits and much more! Click here to view

Don’t Let Other People Ruin Your Dog’s Training

Are other people sabotaging your dog’s training? Read this article for practical strategies to avoid this problem.

Shock Collars

Learn the truth about shock (e-collar) training. It isn’t just “stimulation!”

ESVCE statement

Leave your opinion behind and read the science behind the use and the misuse of shock collars. This referenced document will help you understand why the scientific community and the community supporting dog welfare do not support shock collars. Click here to view.

Shock collar use in dogs

Want to get the skinny on why you shouldn’t use a shock collar on your dog? This handout is short and sweet and to the point!

Walking a fearful or reactive dog…101

Have a fearful or reactive dog that is hard to walk? Read how one person helped her dog be calm on walks.