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Building Successful Training Routines That Stick in the New Year

January 13, 2026January 13, 2026 by dover-olk9

Every January, I hear the same goal from dog owners. This is the year consistency finally happens. The problem is not motivation. The problem is structure. As a professional dog trainer, I see that dogs succeed when training routines are realistic, repeatable, and built into daily life. When training routines are done correctly, they stop … Read more

Crate Training 101: The Simple Positive Approach

September 9, 2025 by dover-olk9

When many owners hear “crate training,” their first thought is confinement or punishment. That misunderstanding can delay one of the most helpful habits you can build. Done correctly, crate training gives your dog a safe retreat, supports housebreaking, reduces anxiety, and creates structure your whole family can count on. As a trainer, I have worked … Read more