Down 4 Paws: Positive Dog Training Convos

We get a lot of concerns from clients about their dog’s reactivity/aggression. Chris Maynard, lead trainer/owner of Maynard Dog Training solutions gives us tips about how we can better understand deal with a reactive or aggressive dog. Him and his team specializes in dog training most especially with dog aggression. To learn more about Chris and Maynard, check them out on Instagram @maynard_dog_tr...

Many of you have been asking about breeding and/or breeders. Melissa is a dog breeder/specialist from Forest Frenchies. Today, we will go over a few questions many of you might have about dog breeding and breeders. We will go through different topics from choosing the right breeder, the type of breeder you should be looking for and where to look for a breeder. For more dog training tips follow us...

There are tons of places you can take your dogs! Socialization is introducing your dog to different people, places and things. Ideally, you want to start socialization when your dog is still a puppy so that they grow up to be less fearful of things. Learn about the different places that will allow them to experience different surfaces— whether it’s concrete, sand or wood! For more dog training tip...

Doggy Daycare is one of the most common inquiries with clients. Today, we have Joeana from Paws On You. She will answer some of your questions and give us more in-depth information about doggy daycare. Joeana provides doggy daycare services both in-home and at your home. She also gives dog training classes as well as provides grooming services. For more dog training tips follow us on Instagram @do...

Puppies! There are behaviors about puppies that you may love and a lot of things you want to prevent. Unwanted behavior with puppies is something you want to prevent and manage from the very start. Learn how to read and identify unwanted behaviour for before you even start training them. Be aware of things that you may be doing that are causing your puppy’s unwanted behaviors. For more dog trainin...

When is it time to call a dog trainer? What are reasons to NOT use a dog trainer? When you get a new dog, there are a lot of things you can work on with your new dog by yourselves. Most of these things can either work out or you may need to ask for help. Let’s discuss what are the differences between doing the training yourself and getting a dog trainer. For more dog training tips follow us on Ins...

The weather is starting to get better and it’s beginning to be nicer outside! I want to give you some ideas on great places you can take your dog! We will go over some unique places and ideas you can take and do with your dog when you take them out for a walk.  For more dog training tips follow us on Instagram @down4paws

All about barking! This is a pretty common topic among dog owners. There’s a lot to know about barking– what it is, the different types, causes and some tips on managing and preventing.  It’s important to know the different types of barking so that when your dog is barking, you know what it is. We will rundown the different types of barking and what you can do to help your dog.  For more dog train...

A common concern about walking dogs is ‘dogs lunging on leash’. There are different ways to train and manage your dog on leash– like using treats or maybe asking for help from a trainer. We are going to go through a few things to help you guys manage your dog on leash. But first, we have to understand why dogs bark and lunge at other dogs or things in general. For more dog training tips follow us...

Spring is just around the corner! It’s about that time to go out and walk your dog. The most common way to walk your dog would be on a leash and this can be a struggle. Dogs pull on the leash and bark at other dogs or people are amongst other problems you may encounter with your dog while walking. Help your dog walk better on leash by understanding why, using the right equipment and some training...

Fear in dogs is a big thing. During the pandemic, so many different aspects of fear in dogs emerged from the whole situation. How can we make your dog feel safe? By reading body language, getting to know some of your dog’s triggers etc. we can make dogs feel safe along with some training tips! For more dog training tips follow us on Instagram @down4paws

It’s the winter season! For some of you out there, it’s very very cold outside. There have been snow storms and you might not have the opportunity to take your dog out on walks or just play with them outside.  We are going to go over a few activities or indoor games to keep your dog active even when it’s very cold outdoors! This is also good for those who also don’t have much time to go outside an...

What is counter conditioning? How do we use it?-- A lot of times in our dog training sessions, we use conditioning through association. It is basically making the dog feel good or like something through treats.  Counter conditioning is the opposite– it changes the way they feel about something. For example turning a negative response into a positive one. For more dog training tips follow us on Ins...

Some dogs can be shy or fearful when you take them to new places or even when you’re just out and about in general. This can be a little difficult to deal with. But if you can boost their confidence and have them gain more positive experiences, it would be less challenging and your dog can have a more pleasant time outside. For more dog training tips follow us on Instagram @down4paws To get your P...

Everyone usually has visitors come over to their house. There are a few things you want to do to prepare your dog before and after they arrive. Getting your dog into a routine for when visitors come to your home will result in better guest reception. Not only will your visitors have a more pleasant welcome but will also help manage and train your dog as well as cause less anxiety. For more dog tra...

Puppies are generally playful which can lead to aggression. Puppy aggression could turn into a big thing if not prevented early on. It could develop into adulthood and as a result you will have an aggressive dog. Preventing puppy aggression will diminish any unwanted lunging and barking behavior in your dog later on in the future. For more dog training tips follow us on Instagram @down4paws To get...

Manage your dogs’ jumping! Dogs jump for many reasons. Puppies jump because it’s fun. Other reasons may be because you have something they want, maybe treats in your hand or they want to play with you. Learn how to manage these situations especially when it’s necessary! For more dog training tips follow us on Instagram @down4paws

Puppies are like children. They love to jump, play and are usually all over the place. Although they’re the cutest things in the world, it’s always best to begin teaching them self-control! We want to be able to manage and work through that. This creates a less stressful environment for you and your puppies. The more we are able to prepare and know what to expect from our puppies… the better. For...

When you have a new puppy and are starting to train them, you have to think of what you want to achieve. From house training to crate training as well as your daily life routine– these are just a few things you can incorporate and implement to set yourself up for success with your puppy. For more dog training tips follow us on Instagram @down4paws To get your Puppy Crate and House trained in 4 wee...

Whether you're preparing for a new puppy or just brought one home it’s best gain good insight as to what your puppy needs! If you already have a set up, there might be some things you have missed that we can help you out with! We will go over Basic Things and Supplies, First Day At Home, House Training and 4 Keys To Long Term Happiness With Your Puppy.  For more dog training tips follow us on...

Socialization is one of the most important things in dog training. If you want a more friendly, well-mannered and less fearful dog later on, you have to start socialization early on when they’re still a puppy. Today, we are going to go through why it’s important for your puppy to socialize early on in their training and give you some tips and tricks on how to get your puppy going! For more great P...

It’s that ‘Christmas Shopping’ time of the year! Have you thought about what Christmas gift to get for your dog? Or maybe a gift for your friend’s or extended families' dogs? Before you spend your money on these things, there are certain points to consider before making that purchase. In this episode, we will look into the perfect gift for dogs whilst taking into consideration their: breed, pr...

In this week’s episode, we talk about tips and some precautionary measures for your dog during the winter. We tackle issues like frostbite/hyperthermia and some signs you want to be aware of. We will also be talking about Prevention and Safety from the Cold. A few things we will go through are how to keep your dog warm, grooming, feeding and spending time outdoors with your dog during the winter. ...

Since the pandemic, 80% of my clients have had problems with separation anxiety and their dogs. Separation anxiety is when your dog becomes upset because they are separated from you. It could happen when you’re inside the home or when you’re leaving your home. Today we discuss what it is, and how you can help. Follow us on Instagram for more dog training tips @down4paws You can also get help from...

Have a happy Thanksgiving with your dog!  What are the etiquettes for Thanksgiving and having your dog over dinner? What are some of the do’s and don’ts? What food can they have?  During Thanksgiving, you’re either going to be out to see family or have guests at home. Either way, you want to be ready and have a dog-friendly Thanksgiving! Whether you will be hosting dinner or going over to your fam...