Dog Training Blog

Most dog behavior problems do not come out of nowhere. Before the barking, lunging, mouthing, jumping, chasing, growling, or complete shutdown happens, there are usually warning signs. The problem is that many owners do not recognize those signs until the behavior has already escalated. Overstimulation happens when a dog’s brain and body take in more excitement, stress, frustration, or environmental pressure than they can calmly process. This can happen on walks, at the park,

A beach day with your dog sounds like the perfect San Diego outing: sunshine, ocean air, sand, waves, and a tired pup at the end of the day. But before you clip on the leash, grab the towel, and head toward the coast, it is important to ask one question: Is your dog actually ready for the beach? Dog-friendly beaches can be exciting, unpredictable, and overwhelming. There may be off-leash dogs running nearby, kids playing in the sand, people carrying surfboards, birds flying l