Please support the Channel by checking out my affiliate links!!! This video is a brief introduction into basic obedience. Obedience is the fundamental means of communication with any animal. Through ...

Balanced Obedience launches two online courses for dog training without food bribes or shock collars, using balanced methods to foster obedient, joyful pets. I feel so confident bringing him outside, ...

Most people love their furry companions. However, not every moment is enjoyable when your dog isn't trained to behave in specific ways or avoid unwanted behaviors. There are many techniques passed on ...

The quickest way to annoy friends and alienate people is to bring an untrained dog around a crowd. Take it from someone who has two poorly trained Chihuahuas and has spent years paying for it. My ...

A little help can go a long way with everything from poor leash manners to general nervousness—and ensure that your dog’s small problems don’t turn into big ones. Whether you recently adopted a pup or ...

More modern trainers accept the scientific data which says that reward training, usually with food rewards, is a more effective method of teaching a dog obedience (click here or here for examples).

Training your dog isn’t just about teaching tricks; it’s about building a strong, respectful relationship that helps your dog live happily and safely alongside you.

I recently found myself watching an "old-style" dog trainer working with a beginner's dog obedience class. I use the phrase "old-style" because this instructor's recommended training techniques that ...