by VSA | Jun 8, 2024 | Blog Posts
Where do we start when framing conversations about aggressive behaviors in dogs? It’s deceptively easy to think of actions such as snarling, snapping, lunging, and biting as all being the same. But Victoria reminds us that dog behavior can be nuanced, and that we need...
by VSA | May 7, 2024 | Blog Posts
Meet a dozen different dogs and you could easily encounter a dozen different personalities, with each dog having their own quirks and style. Some dogs are super-focused. Some are barky, others quiet. Some are wiggly. Some don’t feel comfortable or safe until they...
by VSA | Apr 9, 2024 | Blog Posts
As dog professionals, we are often asked for tips about puppies. We welcome these questions, because early life is a vital time for socialization and starting your puppy off on the right paw! We also understand how easy it is for families to become distracted by the...
by VSA | Mar 21, 2024 | Blog Posts
Across the dog industry, it’s common to use labels to describe methods, practitioners, and philosophies. But what do those labels really mean? What’s in a Label? As dog training and behavior professionals, we purposely avoid labeling dogs with words like “bad”...
by VSA | Feb 8, 2024 | Blog Posts
Teaching and training can empower dogs with more confidence, safety, and opportunities to expand their horizons. But are they actually enjoying the process? As positive dog trainers, we teach dogs life skills that help them navigate their world with more ease,...
by VSA | Nov 7, 2023 | Blog Posts
As dogs age, their needs change. Meeting those needs can require special considerations during private or class training sessions. Senior dogs may have physical limitations, cognitive decline, and different training and socialization needs compared to younger dogs....
by VSA | Sep 19, 2023 | Blog Posts
By encouraging your clients to create a safe, engaging and fun space in their own yard, their dogs can enjoy appropriate outlets–and be less likely to cause mayhem. As a dog trainer, you know how important it is for dogs to have enriching experiences in and around...
by VSA | Aug 16, 2023 | Blog Posts
Time flies with a dog! From the playful antics of puppies to the calm companionship of seniors, every stage of a dog’s life offers its own unique rewards and challenges. It’s up to you as a dog trainer to remind your clients that puppyhood will be soon be...
by VSA | Jul 7, 2023 | Blog Posts
Taking walks and playing in the backyard are great opportunities for exercise, but indoor enrichment activities can go the extra mile to help transform a bored, destructive dog into a happier, calmer one. As a dog trainer, you know the value of offering mental...
by VSA | Jun 18, 2023 | Blog Posts
As a professional dog trainer, your clients are your livelihood, filling your classes and private training calendar with needed income. Many clients can also become your biggest supporters, referral generators, and even close friends. By reaching out with a heartfelt...
