by Offleash K9 Trainer Alex | Jun 3, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
Bringing home a new puppy is exciting, but socialization can feel confusing. Many owners think it means letting a puppy meet every dog they see. In reality, dog socialization is about helping dogs stay calm, confident, and responsive around people, places, sounds,...
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 Offleash K9 Trainer Alex | 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 Offleash K9 Trainer Alex | 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 Offleash K9 Trainer Alex | 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 Offleash K9 Trainer Alex | 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...
