Cooler autumn weather is a prime time to get outside for a healthy dog walk. Just like humans, dogs need to exercise too. Simple walks can improve heart health, digestion and remedy behavior issues.
Dog-Friendly Places in NC
Some dog owners train their pets to use treadmills...
Off-leash training is method of teaching your dog after they have successfully experienced training on a leash. Off-leash training is built on the same principles from basic on-leash training:
Exercise your dog prior to training and make sure they’ve had time to calm down
Train in an enclosed area with no distractions
Start with basics: sit, stay and come
Darwin K9 trainers recommend dogs should only move on to off-leash training if they obediently...
Off-leash training will help prevent accidents if you find your dog in a dangerous situation. Car accidents are one of the leading causes of canine death. Taking the time to train your dog so that they understand and respond to voice commands is an investment in their long-term safety. If you’re traveling and pull over to a rest stop to let your dog relieve themselves you might not be able...
Halloween is on the way and with it, a great dog training opportunity! If in years past you have feared October 31st, not because of the scary costumes, but due to the doorbell ringing repeatedly and the chaos that follows from your...
Raleigh Dog Trainer Darwin K9 Discusses the issue of leash laws.
Over the weekend I decided to take a break from dog training and go for a hike on some trails in Raleigh. Two of my dogs were joining me on this journey, Niko a...
So you’ve taken the plunge and gone to your local animal shelter and picked out an adult dog. You take your new friend home and, much to your dismay, shock and horror, he/she promptly finds your new rug and relieves itself! It's time to get your old dog house trained or re-house trained as the case may be.
As a new dog...
During an obedience training session in Raleigh with one of our off leash student dogs, I had a young lady, new to dog ownership, come up to me with an urgent concern, can her dog be allowed to be up on the couch with her? This young lady excitedly jumped into dog ownership with dreams of having a little buddy always around,...
"My dog chews on everything in my house!" This is a very common phrase that our dog trainers hear from owners looking for help with their troublesome puppies. And although most owners hate to hear it, the majority of dog chewing problems can be traced directly to boredom.
Not many people realize that dogs need more than just physical exercise, they need mental exercise as well. Some dogs can be walked...
Darwin K9 Dog Training has Evolved in Chapel Hill!
The Chapel Hill location of Darwin K9 has moved to a great new kennel, Doggie Spa & Day Care (1101 Dawson Rd., Chapel Hill, NC 27516). This kennel features indoor climate controlled kennels that are 5' x 20' and each have their own window to bring in natural light for the pups....
Dogs can be possessive in many ways. Darwin K9’s dog training programs address each kind of possessive behavior. Some dogs exhibit dominance, fear, overprotective or possession aggression. Many times dog owners confuse protectiveness and aggression. These dog owners feel a certain pride in knowing that their dog is protecting them. However, the behavior is actually unacceptable.
Signs of Aggression in Dogs
Growling
Snapping, biting...
