by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Dec 11, 2025 | Dog Behavior, Obedience Training, Ruff Tips, Training
That chaotic morning scramble, the yank on your shoulder every time a squirrel appears, the relentless barking at the mail carrier—sound familiar? If you’re a busy parent, an overwhelmed new puppy owner, or someone with a reactive dog who has “tried...
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...
by Ryan, Ruff House Dog Training | Sep 29, 2025 | Dog Behavior, Guides, Ruff Tips, Training
If dog training videos alone worked, YouTube would have put me out of business years ago. Let’s be honest, you’ve probably spent hours watching trainers online. You’ve seen the perfectly edited clips of dogs heeling flawlessly and puppies sitting on...
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...
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...
