by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Oct 29, 2025 | Dog Breeds, Training
Are you looking for a trainer that can work with small dog breeds? Big Personalities Come in Small Packages Small dog breeds often pack the biggest personalities. From the spirited Yorkshire Terrier to the affectionate Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, these dogs make up...
by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Oct 23, 2025 | Dog Breeds
If you’ve ever owned an Australian Cattle Dog, you already know this isn’t your average couch companion. These dogs are built to work, think, and outsmart you before breakfast. Take one of our recent clients: a Blue Heeler named Scout who decided the...
by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Oct 22, 2025 | Crates, Training
If I had a dollar for every time someone told me they “felt bad” putting their dog in a crate, I’d probably buy another crate. The truth is, crate training isn’t punishment, nor should it be used as such—it’s about giving your dog...
by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Oct 16, 2025 | Ruff Tips, Training
If your dog’s been chewing your favorite shoes, barking at every passerby, or giving you that defiant side-eye when you say “sit,” you’re not alone. Every dog owner has been there—frustrated, embarrassed, and wondering if their furry friend...
by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Oct 15, 2025 | Dog Behavior, Ruff Tips, Training
As a professional dog trainer in Northern Virginia, I’ve seen it all. The frantic owner is being pulled down the street by a tiny but determined terrier. The family that has to crate their dog every time the doorbell rings. The couple are at their wits’ end...
