by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Nov 5, 2025 | Dog Behavior, Training
If your dog’s daily walk feels more like a CrossFit workout or a game of tug-of-war, you’re not alone. Meet Sarah from Manassas, whose rescue pit mix Zeus used to drag her down the sidewalk, barking at every passing dog and jogger. Fast-forward three...
by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Oct 30, 2025 | Dog Behavior, Dog Breeds, Training
Are you wanting to get your Portuguese Water Dog trained? Meet the Portuguese Water Dog Imagine the rugged coast of Portugal, where fishermen cast their nets into the Atlantic. By their side wasn’t just a loyal companion, but a hardworking partner. The...
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...
by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Oct 2, 2025 | Dog Behavior, Training
If you’ve been to a dog park in Northern Virginia lately, chances are you’ve heard it: that little click-click sound. Dog clicker training has become incredibly popular among dog owners, and for good reason. It promises a positive, effective way to teach your furry...
by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Oct 1, 2025 | Dog Behavior, Training
Your dog has turned your peaceful home into chaos central. The constant barking at neighbors, the chewed-up shoes scattered across the floor, and that embarrassing moment when your pup dragged you down the street because they spotted another dog—sound familiar?...
by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Sep 29, 2025 | Dog Anxiety, Dog Behavior, Training
That feeling when you grab your keys and see your dog’s ears droop is heartbreaking. You close the door and hear the first whines, knowing it will soon escalate into frantic barking, scratching, or worse. This isn’t just your dog being...
