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Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy has received a great deal of praise from dog professionals. While there was some information within this book that I found encouraging, author Zazie Todd hasn’t really revealed much new news. If you’re a responsible dog parent who researches solutions thorou

Remember these 13 middle school teaching strategies when you’re training your dog. Like middle school students, dogs need help with impulse control, so why not use proven teaching techniques to set your dog up for training success?

The AKC’s Canine Good Citizen test consists of ten practical tasks to test how well a dog behaves in his community and around other dogs. Learn more about the program, and specific training tips for each of the ten CGC tests.

If you’re a responsible dog parent trying to make the most out of the limited time you have with your dog, then this book about canine enrichment is well worth the read. You’ll find numerous practical ideas for incorporating enrichment activities into your dog’s life every day. Read our full book review.

Do you want to spend more time training your dog, but you're not sure where to find that time? Read our FREE 45-page ebook for tips and advice to work effectively with your dog every day. Grab this A to Z list of inspiring ideas to energize your training journey with your dog by subscribing to our community of therapy dog enthusiasts! #dogtraining #dogtrainingideas #therapydogideas #mcsquaredoodles

Transforming into a morning person was a change I thought I'd never experience. But with two pups needing daily walks in the summer Arizona heat, waking up early was no longer an option. Read more about the seven strategies I used regularly to help me maintain a good sleep schedule. #sleephygiene #sleephygieneideas #goodsleep

Bernie McSquare's high level of engagement with me enabled him to ignore another dog as we practiced "Accepting a Friendly Stranger" for the AKC's Canine Good Citizen test. #CGC #dogtraining #dogtrainingideas #McSquareDoodles

Practical Dog Training Tips for Busy People - P is for Places You Walk. If your dog gets a daily walk, then trying new routes will help you find the time to challenge your dog every day. Even if your training lasts for just a few minutes! Read more at McSquare Doodles! #McSquareDoodles #dogtraining #dogtrainingtips #therapydogtraining

Humarian's Probonix Daily Probiotic for Dogs makes keeping your best friend's gut healthy simple and easy. Just 8 drops a day for large dogs (30 pounds and over) or 6 drops for small dogs (under 30 pounds).#ad #HumarianAmbassador #probiotic #probioticsforpets

Pet parents get organized. Create your own canine command center to store all of your dog supplies. Easy project to help declutter! Space saving idea for small condos or apartments. Easily see leashes, harnesses, training leads, treat bags, poop bags, and more. #organize #smallspaceidea #dogproducts #McSquareDoodles

Practical Dog Training Tips for Busy People - X is for eXperts. Finding a dog obedience trainer who works well with you and your dog is crucial for success with dog training. Read why at McSquare Doodles! #McSquareDoodles #dogtraining #dogtrainingtips #therapydogtraining

Canine Functional Strengthening Exercises: Have you ever heard the term “functional strengthening exercises” and wondered what it means?

If you want to gauge whether or not your therapy dog in training will respond on cue, then exploring a variety of settings is a valuable use of your time. This practice will also offer you different opportunities to work on distinct skills to help your dog become a certified therapy dog. So where do you go? Read on... #CGC #CGCTraining #dogtrainingideas #DogFriendlyIdeas #McSquareDoodles

Early Morning Training: Trying the Behavioral Down Protocol from Mark McCabe with Training Between the Ears. This fairly simple relaxation protocol allows me to get caught up on a few tasks while training our dog at the same time. #dogtraining #dogtrainingideas #McSquareDoodles

Working on basic dog obedience skills with increased distance, duration, and distractions is always engaging with the variety of activities provided during Park Obedience Class. Drop-in dog training allows for more flexibility in my schedule and there are always new dogs around for practicing neutral dog behavior. #dogtraining #dogtrainingideas #therapydogtraining #McSquareDoodles

A year of spending time with your dog is a year well spent. Enjoy these 52 dog-friendly activities with your best furry friend.