Dog Training
Get A Headstart on Your Basic Manners Class
By Don HansonCongratulations! I hope you and your new furry friend are looking forward to working with the Green Acres Kennel Shop training team as much as we are looking forward to working with you. One of the advantages of completing a dog training class taught by a Certified Professional Dog Trainer is that you will be … Continued
Read moreCanine Behavior – Myths and Facts – Part 1, Where do we get our knowledge about dogs?
By Don Hanson< A version of this article was published in the May 2016 issue of Down East Dog News> I recently asked listeners of The Woof Meow Show to email me questions that we could answer on the show. A dog training colleague who listens to the show asked: “What is the one thing you wish … Continued
Read moreDog Training – How science and reward-based training have pulled dog training out of the dark ages
By Don Hanson< A version of this article was published in the Bangor Daily News on April 21, 2016> Last week the Bangor Daily News published an opinion piece on dog training (How we turn our dogs into mini-humans — and the damage it can do) which sadly promoted all of the outdated, inhumane ideas about dog … Continued
Read moreDog Training – SAY PLEASE – NOTHING IN LIFE IS FREE
By Don HansonIf your dog is acting fearful or stressed, ALWAYS remove them from the situation causing their anxiety before asking them to perform a specific behavior such as SIT. Dogs do what works. They operate on everything in their environment, including you. Your dog does things that are rewarding and which make him feel good. He … Continued
Read moreDog Training – Teaching the SIT Behavior
By Don HansonOBJECTIVE: To teach your dog to get into a SIT position, wherever they are, when given a single visual or verbal cue and to remain in position until released or given another cue. Remember, you must remain quiet during these exercises so that your dog can concentrate on learning and not become distracted. All communication … Continued
Read moreBehavior Consulting – Keeping A Daily Journal
By Don HansonTo help resolve a behavioral issue (anxiety, aggression, reactivity, etc.) with your pet, we first need to understand it. One way we can get a better understanding of what is going on will depend on your observations of your pets behavior on a daily basis. The best way for you to communicate that information to … Continued
Read moreBody Language of Fear in Dogs – Dr. Sophia Yin
By Don HansonThis poster from Dr. Sophia Yin illustrates how a dog may use it’s body to signal they are afraid. You can download your own copy of the poster from Dr. Yin’s website at https://info.drsophiayin.com/free-poster-on-body-language-in-dogs
Read morePodcast – Canine Behavior: Myths and Facts
By Don HansonTo listen to the show <click here> This is a follow-up to our show of March 12 when Kate and Don discussed the AAHA Canine and Feline Behavior Management Guidelines with Dr. Dave Cloutier from Veazie Veterinary Clinic. In that show, we discussed how behavior issues have become a significant issue and how many of … Continued
Read moreDog Training – Preventing separation anxiety – Teaching your dog to cope with being alone
By Don Hanson< UPDATED 19NOV19 > < A short link to this page – https://bit.ly/PrevSepAnx > <A version of this article was published in The Maine Edge on March 2, 2016 – click to view> Dogs are social animals and actively seek out our companionship. They can quickly become accustomed to being part of a group 24 … Continued
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