by Offleash K9 Trainer Alex | Aug 19, 2026 | Aggression Training
Introduction Dog reactivity is a heightened emotional response to specific triggers that causes a dog to overreact with barking, lunging, growling, or other intense behaviors. Understanding the distinct types of reactivity your dog exhibits is the single most...
by Offleash K9 Trainer Alex | Aug 19, 2026 | Training Information
Introduction Trigger stacking refers to the accumulation of multiple stressors that overwhelm a dog’s ability to cope, resulting in sudden reactive behaviors like barking, lunging, snapping, or shutting down entirely. If your dog has ever seemed fine one moment...
by Offleash K9 Trainer Alex | Aug 19, 2026 | Dog Tips
Introduction Dog ear body language is one of the most immediate and reliable ways your furry friend communicates emotional states – from curiosity and calm to fear and aggression. A dog’s ears shift position dozens of times in a single interaction,...
by Offleash K9 Trainer Alex | Jul 3, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
Bringing a new puppy home is exciting, but the first few weeks often come with a lot of cleanup. Accidents on the rug, confusion about when to go outside, and inconsistent results are normal parts of the process. The good news is that learning how to potty train a...
by Offleash K9 Trainer Alex | Jul 3, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
Bringing home a new puppy is exciting, but it can also feel like a lot to figure out at once. Between potty breaks, naps, chewing, and those first few commands, it helps to know what to focus on and when. A clear puppy training schedule takes the guesswork out of...
