If you’re looking for a way to make a positive impact in your community while spending time with your furry friend, training your dog to be a therapy dog might be just what you’re looking for. As a therapy dog trainer and aspiring nurse, I have seen firsthand the joy and comfort therapy dogs can […]
3 Benefits of Therapy Dogs in Nursing Homes
As an aspiring nurse and dog trainer, I have seen firsthand the positive impact that therapy dogs can have on people’s lives. Therapy dogs are specially trained to provide comfort, support, and affection to people in need, including those in nursing homes. Here are the top 3 benefits of therapy dogs in nursing homes. Reduced […]
Why Won’t My Dog Come Back When I Call?
When you are training your dog, one of the most important things to teach them is to come back to you when you call. This is so important because they need to reliably do this if you want to ever walk them off-leash. Even if they are outside in a fenced-in yard, it is much […]
8 Signs You Should Hire A Dog Trainer
If you are thinking about adopting a dog soon or have recently adopted one into your family, you will know that training dogs can be a lot of work. Even if your dog or puppy doesn’t have any specific behavioral issues, there are some definite signs that they could benefit from a professional trainer. As […]
Are You Training Your Dog Too Much?
When you bring a new dog home, it is so important that you train them. Dogs love to learn, and training helps to engage their brain as well as build a bond between the two of you. If you are a new dog owner, you might not know how often you should even be training […]