By Adrienne Farricelli CPDT-KA
/ November 18, 2025
Teaching a dog to hand target (also known as “touch” or “nose target”) is one of the most useful and...
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By Adrienne Farricelli CPDT-KA
/ November 11, 2025
If your once well-trained dog suddenly starts having accidents indoors, don’t assume it’s just a behavioral setback. Dog potty accidents...
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By Adrienne Farricelli CPDT-KA
/ November 6, 2025
Visiting a friend who has a reactive dog can feel awkward or even a little intimidating if you’re not sure...
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By Adrienne Farricelli CPDT-KA
/ October 31, 2025
If your dog is not interested in treats, it can make training sessions frustrating and unproductive. Food rewards are a...
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By Adrienne Farricelli CPDT-KA
/ October 23, 2025
Raising two puppies at once can be delightful, double the play, double the cuteness. However, littermate syndrome a risk in...
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By Adrienne Farricelli CPDT-KA
/ October 17, 2025
At six months old, your puppy is entering doggy adolescence, a stage often marked by energy bursts, curiosity, and yes,...
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By Adrienne Farricelli CPDT-KA
/ October 14, 2025
As dogs grow older, their behavior often changes in subtle, or sometimes dramatic ways. In this article on Senior Dog...
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By Adrienne Farricelli CPDT-KA
/ October 7, 2025
If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “Should you let your dog sleep in your bed?”, you’re definitely not alone. Many...
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By Adrienne Farricelli CPDT-KA
/ October 3, 2025
Learning how to get a dog to release something from his mouth is an essential skill for any dog owner....
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By Adrienne Farricelli CPDT-KA
/ September 30, 2025
A young puppy’s tendency to growl or snap when in possession of high-value treats within his crate suggests an early...
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Welcome to “Tips from a Dog Trainer”
Where Smart Dogs and Smart Owners Unite!
Hey there, dog lover! If you’ve ever found yourself staring at your pup, wondering why they insist on zooming around the house at 2 AM or why your socks have mysteriously vanished (again!), you’re in the right place.
Here at Tips from a Dog Trainer, we’re all about helping you decode your dog’s quirks, fine-tune their manners, and strengthen that unshakable bond between you and your four-legged best friend. Whether you’re dealing with a mischievous puppy, a stubborn teenager, or a wise old dog with a few surprises up their furry sleeve, we’ve got practical, science-backed training tips that actually work.
Expect plenty of fun, frustration-free training advice, myth-busting insights, and doggone good wisdom to help you bring out the best in your pup. So grab some treats, unleash your curiosity, and let’s get training—because every good dog deserves a great human!