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Meet Clover!
Meet Clover!
February 6, 2026
Meet Clover, a service dog-in-training. Clover was diligently selected by CPT Head Trainer Mark Spivak, using CPT's scientifically supported litter evaluation process. CPT's proprietary litter evaluation protocol has demonstrated a very high rate of longitudinal accuracy. The evaluation protocol assesses temperament, aptitude, structure, health, affiliation, social confidence, environmental confidence, proprioceptive confidence, acceptance of tactile contact,…
Puppy Training: How to Stop Puppy Biting
Puppy Training: How to Stop Puppy Biting
November 23, 2025
Bringing home a new puppy should be a joyful milestone, not a source of stress due to constant biting. At Comprehensive Pet Therapy (CPT), Atlanta’s premier dog training organization, we turn challenges like puppy biting into opportunities for lifelong success. With decades of experience, research-driven programs, and recognition across major media, CPT empowers dog owners…
What is the Best Length for Dog Training Sessions?
What is the Best Length for Dog Training Sessions?
November 17, 2025
  Many dog owners become discouraged when long training sessions fail to deliver results. Spending an hour repeating one or two commands can leave dogs bored, distracted, stressed, and unmotivated. Research shows dogs learn best through fast, focused, fun sessions that match their natural attention span. Therefore, professional trainers recommend brief, enjoyable training blocks that…
Effective Aggressive Dog Training Tips
Effective Aggressive Dog Training Tips
November 3, 2025
Dealing with an aggressive dog can be overwhelming.  Fortunately, aggression is manageable with the right approach. Understanding the root cause of a dog’s aggressive behavior is essential for successfully managing or extinguishing the behavior.  Common causes of canine aggression include fear, insecurity, territoriality, and resource guarding. Effective aggression modification combines evidence-based training, consistent routines, and…
How to Stop Inappropriate Dog Chewing Behavior
How to Stop Inappropriate Dog Chewing Behavior
June 8, 2025
I. Introduction Humans, who have opposable thumbs, tend to investigate objects with their hands.  In contrast, dogs naturally explore the world with their mouths.  When a dog engages with novel objects, the dog generally prefers tactile contact with its mouth versus using its paws.[1]  Therefore, dogs are inordinately prone to exhibiting inappropriate chewing behavior. Chewing…
Is It True That Agility Training Has a Multitude of Benefits for Your Dog?
Is It True That Agility Training Has a Multitude of Benefits for Your Dog?
November 24, 2024
Dogs, like people, require regular exercise to maintain sound physical and psychological health. You may wonder if there is an enjoyable way to supply vigorous physical activity for your pet besides just going on long walks or playing fetch in the backyard. Agility training may be the answer to your quandary. Moreover, as you train…
Leash Aggression: What Is It and How Can I Control It?
Leash Aggression: What Is It and How Can I Control It?
May 15, 2024
The term leash aggression is used to describe dogs that bark, lunge, pull, and carry on, in a reactive and escalated state, toward another dog (or person) while they are attached to a leash. These type of intense behaviors usually don’t exist when the leash is absent from the equation; it’s very possible for a…
When To Start Training Your Puppy
When To Start Training Your Puppy
April 15, 2024
Unsure when the right time is to start properly training your puppy?  Well guess what, you started training your puppy the moment you brought your pup home!  You're probably asking yourself, "If training started the moment I brought my pup home home, what specifically was I teaching? " Listed below are a few things you…
The Relationship Between Owner and Dog Anxiety
The Relationship Between Owner and Dog Anxiety
April 4, 2024
While operating CPT for the past 30 years I have availed myself of many anecdotal observations.  One of the more intriguing impressions is the apparent correlation between anxious owners and dogs exhibiting anxiety, aggressive behavior, or both.  Therefore, I eagerly read recent research from the University of Ljubljana.   I. A Thought Provoking Research Paper…
Things You May Not Know About Dog Psychology
Things You May Not Know About Dog Psychology
March 30, 2024
We all know our pets are special, but advancements in science and technology have allowed researchers to offer some additional insight into dog psychology. Currently we know much more about dog psychology and behaviors, dog training techniques and the way that a dog’s mind functions than we did years in the past. Since so many…

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