Tag Archives: Professional Dog Training

Comprehensive Guide to Manage Dog Barking: Evidence-Based Positive and Differential Reinforcement Techniques

A focused dog listening intently to a trainer's command, illustrating the effectiveness of Positive and Differential Reinforcement techniques for managing dog barking.

Silence is Golden: Your Ultimate Guide to Managing Dog Barking Using Positive and Differential Reinforcement By Will Bangura, M.S., CDBC, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FFCP, (Dog Behaviorist), Certified Dog Behavior Consultant Introduction Why Addressing Barking is Important Barking is a natural form of communication for dogs. However, excessive barking can become problematic and may indicate underlying behavioral […]

The Comprehensive Guide to Positive Muzzle Training for Dogs: Step-by-Step, Science-Backed Methods for Safe and Effective Training

Dog happily wearing a basket muzzle as a result of positive muzzle training techniques

Positively Conditioning Your Dog to a Basket Muzzle: A Comprehensive, Evidence-Based Guide By Will Bangura, M.S., CDBC, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FFCP, (Dog Behaviorist), Certified Dog Behavior Consultant. Introduction Conditioning your dog to wear a muzzle can be an invaluable training tool for various behavioral or safety reasons. Whether you’re dealing with reactive behavior, medical issues that […]