by OLK9Alex | Jul 13, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
Why Starting Puppy Training Early Sets Your Dog Up for a Lifetime of Success Bringing home a new puppy is an exciting experience filled with firsts—first walks, first toys, first naps, and plenty of adorable moments. Along with all that excitement comes an important...
by OLK9Alex | Jun 29, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
Why Play Is Essential for Your Dog’s Physical and Mental Health When most people think about dog training, they picture teaching commands like “sit,” “stay,” or “come.” While those skills are incredibly important,...
by OLK9Alex | Jun 3, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
What Is Dog Reactivity on Walks? Taking your dog for a walk should be one of the most enjoyable parts of dog ownership. It’s an opportunity for exercise, enrichment, and quality time together. But for owners of reactive dogs, walks can quickly become stressful,...
by OLK9Alex | May 13, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
Is Your Dog Ignoring You? Here’s Why One of the most common frustrations dog owners experience is feeling like their dog simply doesn’t listen. You call their name… nothing. You ask them to sit… they stare at you. You try to redirect them during a walk… and they...
by OLK9Alex | May 5, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
Why Dogs Jump on People Jumping is one of the most common behavior complaints dog owners face. Whether it’s your dog launching onto guests at the front door or bouncing up on you after work, jumping can quickly become frustrating—and even dangerous with larger dogs....
