The focus for this training is on reinforcing house training, establishing polite manners and building confidence in your puppy while educating guardians in the practical application of positive reinforcement
“Training” your dog really just means to guide your dog to perfectly integrate into your personal lifestyle while fulfilling your dog’s inherent needs at the same time. I create a program for your unique situation and support you throughout the process to ensure that you and your dog are successful. Nothing is more important to me than allowing you to experience the best possible relationship with your animal companion. I am committed to a force free, science based process in a playful and loving atmosphere.
Nothing is more rewarding than having clear, consistent communication between you and your dog. I want to teach dogs and their guardians how to get that bond.”
Behavior Training & Modification
Designed to provide maximum support and guidance for first-time dog guardians and/or to address behavior problems such as excessive barking, separation anxiety, resource guarding, adult house soiling or a variety of fear and fear aggression issues.
Psychiatric Service Dog Training
I can teach your dog to perform tasks that help mitigate your stressful or anxious moments. Together we determine which behaviors your dog should be trained to recognize and then perform these tasks.
Wellness + Enrichment
Mental and physical well-being are strongly connected. My primary objective is to design a program that suits your dog and ensures that you and your dog can spend as many fun-filled and healthy years together as possible.
Customized Dog Training Solutions for Every Need
At DogRelations NYC, I provide versatile and personalized dog training solutions. Opt for in-person training at your home or in our studio to address everything from house training to complex behavior issues, or choose the virtual online sessions for flexibility and convenience. My commitment is to offer support and guidance, ensuring your dog’s training aligns with your lifestyle and goals, all through the power of positive reinforcement.
SOMETIMES YOU WANT TO ASK A QUICK QUESTION
Are you wondering if my training style fits your life? Schedule a 15-minute initial call to learn more about how we can work together.
Need support beyond the 1-month included in a Comprehensive Consultations? Instead of waiting for your next lesson, you can book a 15-minute or 30-minute session to address simple questions.
Have a quick training question? Online check-ins are an excellent way to get quick answers and feedback.
What Is Inadvertent Reinforcement?
BEING MINDFULI always think that the best way to “train” a puppy is by reinforcing them in time. Of course, that requires us humans to be mindful enough to notice and observe our dogs just as they observe us.So often, I hear people say that their dog has trained them…
Train Your Dog Month: In Consideration of Small Dogs
Challenging Size Stereotypes: The Importance of Training Small DogsDogs’ intelligence and prowess are all too often measured by their size. Generally, it is assumed that larger dogs need to be “trained” just because of their sheer size. Sure, a Rottweiler can cause more damage than a chihuahua. But is that…
Don’t Expect The Impossible
Let’s Say You Have a Persistent Behavior Issue With Your Dog: I hear these complaints worded in such a way a lot…Fill in the blank: “When I want them to ____” “when we say____”, “when they see____”, “when they hear____” “When they are _______they do not _____”“What should I do?”…
Timing Is (Almost) Everything
Reward PlacementI talk quite a bit about reward placement and delivery (thrown, rewarding directly to the dog, or on the floor in front of the dog, etc.); but I have not thought about clarifying the aspect of the timing of the reward.Reward TimingHere is a good example: The other day I…
What Is Inadvertent Reinforcement?
BEING MINDFULI always think that the best way to “train” a puppy is by reinforcing them in time. Of course, that requires us humans to be mindful enough to notice and observe our dogs just as they observe us. So often, I hear people say that their dog has trained them…
Alphabet Soup
Common Puppy Behavior ChallengesI often receive inquiries from people who are frustrated with their puppies’ overall behavior.“They don’t listen” “they jump” “they bark” “they pull on the leash” are very common complaints.Teaching Your Puppy Essential SkillsI will then ask a couple of questions along the lines of: Have you taught…
The Harmful Effects of Traditional Collars & The Risks to Health and Behavior
Recently, I have seen a noticeable rise in the use of prong collars and choke chains on dogs and even tiny puppies. I find this trend deeply concerning and feel compelled to raise awareness about the cruelty of these devices.Consider the perspective of an excited puppy: “I want to jump…
NYmag “The Strategist” Feature
I am pleased to share some exciting news. I was recently featured in not just one but two articles in NYMag’s renowned column, “The Strategist.” These articles, “10 Best Chew Toys and Treats for Teething Puppies” and “11 Best Dog Harnesses,” have allowed me to share some of my favorite…
Here is a reminder of how behavior works
All reinforced behaviors will increase in frequency in the future. This includes behaviors the puppy finds reinforcing simply because they work in their favor or they are simply self-reinforcing because they are fun. For the latter great examples are barking and jumping. Barking and jumping very often get the puppy…
Interesting Session: Follow up on June
Do you remember the story of June, the rescue mini dachshund with the megaesophagus?Yesterday I got a text that June was able to stay alone without any signs of anxiety or barking for a whole hour!It is an excellent example demonstrating that separation anxiety is largely a function of dependency,…
