Cold Nose College Blog
We walk, think, and dream dog…
Seems our dog brains rarely power down, and there has to be a depository for all our musings. We hope you enjoy this ongoing collection of our training thoughts, with a bit of CNC news thrown in here and there.
The Death of a Dog Changes You
It’s two years ago today that I said goodbye to Willow, our 6 year-old Aussie. She was, without a doubt, my heart dog, though the words “heart dog” really don’t even begin to describe my love for her. After two weeks
Teach Your Dog to Target. Nose Targeting, Paw Targeting, Shoulder Targeting—Each is Useful, Your Dog Will Love It and So Will You!
Targeting is the first thing I teach my dog. It’s also one of the first things I help a client teach their dog. Targeting is easy to train, dogs love the exercise, and once trained there are myriad of uses
Your Dog Thinks Loose Leash Walking is Silly
No matter what you call it—polite walking, loose leash walking or walking nicely on leash—if we asked a dog’s thoughts about the necessity of walking slowly on leash next to their human, they’d shout out loud and clear, “Absolutely not!”
Newly Released Dog Training Books for Dog Lovers
My favorite expression is, “You don’t know what you don’t know till you know it.” That was true when I sought dog training information in 2003 before I became a certified professional dog trainer. Luckily, I found my way to
Separation Anxiety Affects Millions of Dogs
Separation anxiety is a common anxiety disorder in dogs. It can be triggered by rehoming, changes in the household composition (such as key people in the dog’s life moving out), moving, or traumatic experiences (for example, the dog is home
Your Dog’s Sniffing and Social Media—What Do They Have In Common?
I’m pet sitting for friends this weekend and have the pleasure of walking a different dog in another neighborhood. It’s been a nice change of pace, especially after being mostly homebound due to the pandemic. Why Dogs Enjoy Sniffing During
Find Out Why Virtual Dog Training Works—the untold benefits for you and your dog
Education today is easier than ever, thanks to virtual learning. And that includes virtual dog training. No matter what you call it; virtual learning, remote training, online learning, remote learning, distance training, or distance learning, you can teleport yourself and
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Dog Owners
These powerful lessons can improve your overall relationship with your dog and improve his behavior as a positive side effect. Almost 30 years ago, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Dr. Stephen Covey was published for the first time. The
When It Comes To Crates, Think Outside The Box
*This article has also been featured in The Bark Magazine’s “guest posts” blog section* Most dog professional feel crates are a necessity when sharing your life with a dog. Crates can be a great management tool. They are helpful with
The Changing Face of Dog Training
It’s a virtual world. I used to think that term only referred to playing “virtual” video games, but it seems to be a part of everyone’s life these days, no matter where you live in the world. I started working
Holiday Gift Guide for the Dog or Dog Lover in Your Life
How did it get to be mid-December already? With six trainers here at Cold Nose College we’re always trying out new products and talking about products we love. Here are a few trainer tested favorites: Sheepskin Tug
How to Prevent Your Dog From Begging at the Table
Do you feed your dog from the table? If you answered “yes,” you’re not alone. That act alone doesn’t necessarily mean your dog will beg for food while you’re eating. With Thanksgiving around the corner, no one wants a begging
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