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Leash Aggression: What Is It and How Can I Control It?
Leash Aggression: What Is It and How Can I Control It?
May 15, 2016
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, 2016
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…
Things You May Not Know About Dog Psychology
Things You May Not Know About Dog Psychology
March 30, 2016
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…
Tips For Introducing Dogs
Tips For Introducing Dogs
March 15, 2016
Introducing dogs to one another while they are on their leashes can still be potentially hazardous. Dogs that are well socialized and friendly typically react differently when faced with the space restrictions and added frustration that leashes sometimes cause, especially when greeting an unfamiliar dog. In a perfect world all dogs would be capable of…
In-Home Dog Training Lessons May Be the Solution for Your Nervous Puppy
In-Home Dog Training Lessons May Be the Solution for Your Nervous Puppy
February 11, 2016
Once you bring home a new puppy or dog,  obedience training, teaching household manners, and establishing a routine is important to maximizing happiness for both you and your new addition.  Although your dog may be a warm, bundle of love, he/she may also arrive with undesirable behaviors or habits.  Group classes are an excellent solution…
Positive Reinforcement is The Key to Successful Dog Training
Positive Reinforcement is The Key to Successful Dog Training
January 15, 2016
Group dog training classes are great for puppies, dogs you just brought home from the shelter, or existing pets that you wish were better behaved.  Even senior dogs are rarely too old to learn new tricks!  Although there are many places you can take your dog for dog training classes, you are best enrolling with…
Heroes Hidden in Plain Site
Heroes Hidden in Plain Site
December 15, 2015
Physical assistance dogs are often an over-looked, and sometimes, under-appreciated part of society. For those with physical or mental handicaps, the freedom provided by these dogs is unmatched. In many cases dogs can be trained to act with strength; to pull a wheelchair, close or open doors, or even act as a brace if their…
Our Research Trip To California- The Fun Stuff
Our Research Trip To California- The Fun Stuff
October 18, 2015
Over the past 1.5 years, CPT Head Trainer and Dog Star Technologies co-founder Mark Spivak has traveled to California bi-monthly to complete a Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) contracted canine neuroimaging project that uses fMRI biomarkers to better identify high-potential service dog candidates.  The project incorporates leading-edge science to improve dog training technology. Mark…