Dogs use 5 main ways of communication:

-Body Language

-Energy

-Space

-Sounds

-Touch

The term "Pack Leader" is over used, but for good reason. It is so incredibly important to make sure we are leading and guiding our dogs through the incredibly confusing human world we have them living in. We need to set them up for success by giving them the tools, confidence & patience they need. 

Leash Manners are so incredibly important when it comes to owning a dog. Some people don't realize that a lot of their issues with their dogs, comes from their lack of leash manners. I'm going to show you the easiest and one of the most effective ways to teach proper leash skills & get your dog into a "Follow State of Mind".

Obedience and Behavior are very different from the other. It is important to understand the difference between the two. One addresses the body while the other addresses the mind,

When we are working with our dogs, we need to remember that consistency is VERY important to keep the momentum of their training going. If we are not consistent, you will not get or keep results.

Too often people use the wrong tools on their dogs. This portion of the Mentorship helps you better understand the tools that are out there and their benefits vs. their diasadvantages. 

There are times where being on leash is much more constructive for your dog. There are also times where being off leash is as well. Learn when each are beneficial or unrewarding for your dog.

How to become your dog's main source of survival in their eyes is one of the key components to dog training. This included controling their food, water, toys, treats and other resources.

Most of the time we think we know when our dog is playing nice or playing rough. The reality is that most people don't actually know what they are looking at when it comes to dogs playing, so it is really important for us as owners to recognize what we are seeing.