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Dog Training Methods: Consistency is the Most Important Method

Dog Training Methods: Consistency is the Most Important Method

by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Sep 22, 2025 | Dog Behavior, Ruff Tips, Training

Whether you’re using clicker training, balanced reinforcement, or even shouting at the sky hoping your dog listens (spoiler: he won’t), there’s one training method that beats them all—consistency. After working with over 400 families through Ruff...
How to Train Your Dog Using Dog Training Books and The Help Of a Professional Dog Trainer

How to Train Your Dog Using Dog Training Books and The Help Of a Professional Dog Trainer

by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Sep 19, 2025 | Dog Behavior, Pet Tips, Ruff Tips, Training

Ever bought a stack of dog training books, only to have your pup chew through the first chapter before you could even finish it? If so, you’re not alone. Many dedicated dog owners turn to books for guidance, hoping to unlock the secrets to a well-behaved...
Dog Training Collars: Myths, Truths, and Best Practices for Use

Dog Training Collars: Myths, Truths, and Best Practices for Use

by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Sep 17, 2025 | Dog Behavior, Training

If dogs came with instruction manuals, training would be a breeze. Unfortunately, they don’t. When your furry friend’s barking, biting, or bolting has reached breaking point, dog training collars often enter the conversation—along with plenty of...
5 Reasons Reactive Dog Training Is The Best Gift You Can Give Your Dog

5 Reasons Reactive Dog Training Is The Best Gift You Can Give Your Dog

by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Sep 15, 2025 | Dog Behavior, Ruff Tips, Training

Let me be real with you—reactive dogs aren’t “bad” dogs. Whether it’s barking, lunging, or freezing up on walks, your dog isn’t giving you a hard time—they’re having a hard time. As professional dog trainers who’ve worked with...
5 Things Your Dog Trainer Wishes You Knew

5 Things Your Dog Trainer Wishes You Knew

by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Aug 28, 2025 | Dog Behavior, Guides, Pet Tips, Training

You’ve finally decided to invest in professional dog training. Maybe your new puppy has been turning your living room into a chew toy graveyard, or perhaps your rescue dog’s reactivity toward other dogs has made walks feel like military missions. Whatever...
Mental Stimulation for Dogs: Why It’s Just as Important as Exercise

Mental Stimulation for Dogs: Why It’s Just as Important as Exercise

by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Aug 26, 2025 | Dog Behavior, Pet Tips

Dogs need more than daily walks to stay happy and healthy. While physical exercise gets their bodies moving, mental stimulation keeps your dog engaged and prevents destructive behaviors that stem from boredom. Understanding how to provide meaningful mental enrichment...
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