Resources

This is a great tool that anyone who wants to get a dog should peruse before they bring their pup home because, as Ian Dunbar points out, owning a dog is a big responsibility.

In clear steps, with helpful photos and easy-to-follow puppy training milestones, Ian Dunbar presents a structured yet playful and humorous plan for raising a wonderful dog.

The “leave it” command is used to prevent your dog from picking things up. Let’s talk first steps...

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Whether you’re eager to learn how to teach a puppy to stay or training an adult dog, the following guide works like a charm.

1. Request . 2. Lure. 3. Response . 4. Reward. This simple sequence is all that there is to the “science” of lure/reward training.

Use this checklist to get your puppy comfortable with the big new world!​

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Chewing and biting can be directed to appropriate items so your dog isn't destroying things you value or risking their safety.

Use this resource to positively train away excessive barking.

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How to make your dog feel at home when you are not with them.

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A beginners guide to housetraining and creating a safe space for your pup

Prevent mistakes and train you pup to eliminate in the right place.

Calling your dog to come and always expecting them to respond

Teach your dog to walk calmy off leash

Teach you pup how to entertain themself when they are alone!

Let’s begin by talking about how to get your dog used to being alone​

Let's transform those over-the-top and over-excited greetings into welcomings that are calm but loving.

Let’s transition into teaching your dog not to jump up on house guests.