A new year often comes with big hopes for our dogs. Maybe this is the year your dog finally listens when you call them, stops jumping on guests, or becomes easier to take places. Those goals are completely valid, but the key to real success in 2026 is setting goals that are realistic, kind to both you and your dog, and built for real life. Training is not about having a “perfect” dog. It is about creating a dog you enjoy living with and feel confident handling in everyday sit

When Inga, a German Shorthaired Pointer, first bounded into training, she was the definition of a “wild child.” Bursting with energy,...

When most people think of dog training, they picture a dog sitting perfectly at attention or walking in a tight heel. And yes, obedience...