Dog Training Resources
“Don’t trust everything you read on the internet.”
-Your Dog
Training Tips
What to do when your dog misbehaves (blog post)
Handout on APDT Myths about dog training
Managing Puppy Behavior
Surviving Puppy Teething and Nipping | great article on, well, surviving puppy teething and nipping
How to Stop a Puppy from Biting | short video with an excellent idea on how to prevent pups from biting
Puppy Start Right by Ken & Debbie Martin | excellent guide to socializing and training a puppy; This is a great supplement to puppy class!
Dog Body Language
Doggie Language | Lili Chen’s fantastically illustrated book of dog body language should be on every dog guardian’s coffee table!
Body language of fear in dogs by Sophia Yin
Dog body language - Lili Chen by Lili Chen
Identifying fear in dogs by Center for Shelter Dogs / Lili Chen
Socialization
Socialization: When to do it and when not to do it | great article with a lot of current thoughts on when and how to socialize a puppy or dog
AVSAB Position Statement regarding puppy socialization | what the American Veterinary Society for Animal Behavior says about early socialization for puppies
Puppy socialization checklist by Sophia Yin
Don't Socialize The Dog | info about when you should not socialize your dog or puppy and ways to properly socialize an adult dog
Reactivity
If your dog barks, lunges, growls, or gets anxious in some way while on leash or while interacting with people or dogs, here are a couple of great resources.
Fired up, Freaked Out, and Frantic | great book with reasonable to follow instructions on how to help a dog who is scared, frantic, or easily excitable
BAT | Among other things, this book has great information (and pictures!) on helping dogs cope with their environment by teaching them new skills to allow them to empower themselves to walk away from an overwhelming situation
DINOS | website dedicated to sharing information about Dogs In Need Of Space
Books, Publications, & Articles
Clickertraining.com | resource for lots of articles about clicker training and associated toys and training equipment
The Other End of the Leash, Don't Shoot The Dog, and Culture Clash | These are the three best books I can recommend for any dog owner to get a better understanding of dog training, learning theory, and overall how our interactions with dogs work. You can find them all on Amazon or on Dogwise.com.
Family Paws Parent Education | website with information and ideas for dog owners expecting a baby or dog owners with children
The Yellow Dog Project | very cool project that's helping the dog-owning public identify dogs who need space
The Bark | dog magazine with great articles on training, behavior, nutrition, etc.
Whole Dog Journal | publication with great articles and references regarding training, behavior, nutrition, etc. (requires paid subscription for most articles, but the fee is very inexpensive) - This publication also puts out an annual "approved dry dog foods" list, which can be useful in trying to select a healthy food for your dog.
Debunking the Alpha Dog Theory | information about why dominance theory should not be a part of modern dog training.
Dog training help you can trust
Here are some resources that will supplement your training and provide information regarding topics such as behavior, training, play, socialization, and more. If you don't see the resource you're looking for, send us an email to see if we know of something that meets your needs.
Separation Anxiety
Treating Separation Anxiety in Dogs | This book is written for trainers, but the information is excellent for dog owners as well.