Hi Everyone, My name is Brent LaBrada and I'm a behavior and training specialist for dogs and their humans. Casually, I tell people I'm a "dog trainer," but at my level of experience the challenge is much greater than teaching dogs basic commands. I've always been focused on understanding the "whys?" of the dog-human experience.…
February
SPOTLIGHT Sign Up for Group Class!
This month we're starting a round of group classes! Intermediate classes just started, and beginner classes start this weekend. We're teaching classes both on the West Side and in the Valley. Our classes in the Valley start in 4 weeks, and they're booking up fast, so sign…October
SPOTLIGHT- Share your Holiday Photos! For many of us the Holiday season always comes faster than we expect. This is a time for fall, family, food and fun for all members of the house, even our four legged friends! We love getting updates from our clients and fur friends so now through New Years, no…
September
SPOTLIGHT How to teach the perfect sit!
FAQ- Why is my dog good on leash but not off leash? Welcome back! As some of you may know last month we talked about the right way to socialize your dog in public, where we mentioned that daily walks on leash can be especially important…August
FAQ- How do I know if my dog is spoiled? Here’s a simple test. First, get a piece of paper and list everything your dog expects from you, then next to that list everything you expect from your dog. Now compare the two. If your first list is significantly longer than your second, congratulations your dog…
July
FAQ- Why does my dog chew everything? Generally, chewing is a result of absolute boredom and happens more often when the dog is left unattended or ignored, however depending on the age there could be developmental reasons behind it as well. More often than not, chewing isn't addressed until it becomes a bigger issue, when the…
