by jayolk9 | May 27, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
Key Takeaways A reactive dog is not a “bad” dog. Reactive behavior often comes from strong emotional responses like fear, frustration, or overstimulation. Barking, lunging, pulling, freezing, or panic on walks often happen around triggers such as other dogs, people,...
by jayolk9 | May 27, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
Key Takeaways Dogs bark at night for various reasons, including alertness to sounds, boredom, anxiety, discomfort, or habit. The goal is to learn how to stop dog barking that is excessive, not to silence all barking. Establishing consistent routines, providing daily...
by jayolk9 | May 26, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
Key Takeaways Easy dogs to train usually learn cues quickly, stay engaged, and respond well to rewards, but no breed is guaranteed simple. Certain dog breeds, including Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, Poodles, Border Collies, and Australian Shepherds, are...
by jayolk9 | May 26, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
Key Takeaways Puppy biting is normal behavior, especially from 8–20 weeks, but gentle, consistent puppy biting training helps it fade instead of becoming a habit. To stop puppy biting, immediately redirect your puppy to a chew toy, pause play when teeth touch human...
by jayolk9 | May 14, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
Key Takeaways Nighttime crate training helps with dog sleep, house training, and safety for both you and your new puppy by preventing unsupervised wandering and accidents. For most 8–16 week old puppies, expect 1–2 middle-of-the-night potty breaks while they learn to...
by jayolk9 | May 14, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
Key Takeaways Reliable recall starts in a boring, controlled space (like your living room) before you add any distractions—set your dog up for success first. Use high-value rewards, fun games, and short training sessions so your dog genuinely wants to come running...
