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Our trainers write about canine psychology, common issues in dog training, and service dog training in Vancouver, British Columbia.

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The Unpleasant Truth About Good Dogs

The Unpleasant Truth About Good Dogs

The Unpleasant Truth About Good DogsCarol Millman B.Sc, CPDT-KA, CTDI
Published on: 2025/04/25

It's a truth that the vast majority of dog trainers refuse to accept or admit: good dogs are born, not trained.

Service DogsDog psychologyDog Training Tips
Let's Teach Dogs Instead of Training Them

Let's Teach Dogs Instead of Training Them

Let's Teach Dogs Instead of Training ThemCarol Millman B.Sc, CPDT-KA, CTDI
Published on: 2023/10/10

We talk a lot about training dogs, but teaching them works so much better.

Dog Tranining TipsService DogsDog psychology
Do as I Do, Not Do As I Cue!

Do as I Do, Not Do As I Cue!

Do as I Do, Not Do As I Cue!Carol Millman B.Sc, CPDT-KA, CTDI
Published on: 2023/09/14

Classic pet dog training - yes, even the positive reinforcement kind - focuses on getting dogs to follow cues... but service dogs have to think for themselves, and really all dogs should be able to do that.

Dog Tranining TipsService Dogs
Rights Vs Responsibilities: A Balancing Act For Service Dogs

Rights Vs Responsibilities: A Balancing Act For Service Dogs

Rights Vs Responsibilities: A Balancing Act For Service DogsCarol Millman B.Sc, CPDT-KA, CTDI
Published on: 2022/11/01

When do we have the law behind us, when it comes to public access for service dogs?

Service Dogs
Public Access For Service Dogs In Training

Public Access For Service Dogs In Training

Public Access For Service Dogs In TrainingCarol Millman B.Sc, CPDT-KA, CTDI
Published on: 2021/09/19

So you're training your puppy to be a service dog? Here's what you need to know about training in public spaces.

Dog Tranining TipsService Dogs
Service Dogs, Therapy Dogs, and ESAs: ... These Are Not The Same Things.

Service Dogs, Therapy Dogs, and ESAs: ... These Are Not The Same Things.

Service Dogs, Therapy Dogs, and ESAs: ... These Are Not The Same Things.Carol Millman B.Sc, CPDT-KA, CTDI
Published on: 2021/07/03

What's the difference between a therapy dog, an emotional support dog, and a psychiatric service dog? You might be surprised.

Dog Tranining TipsService Dogs

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