Articles
Dog training articles, start with these two.
I wrote these two myself. Nearly every behavior problem I am called about comes back to one of them. Below them is the blog.
Written by Howie
Read these before you call.
Number 1
Shaping Early Canine Behavior
Why early and correct socialization decides so much of a dog's life. The second of the two things every dog owner should know.
Read itNumber 2
Establishing Positive Leadership
Building trust, respect and harmony with your dog. The first of the two things every dog owner should know.
Read itThe blog
Puppies, obedience and behavior.
Obedience Training or Behavior Modification? The Difference
In training we are building behaviors in response to commands. In behavior modification we are tearing down the problem behaviors.
Read →Why Is Your Dog Barking? Find the Reason First
For the barking dog, I will want to determine WHY the dog is barking. There are numerous approaches. It depends on the reason for the bark.
Read →From Challenges to Champions: Advanced Dog Obedience and Behavior Modification in Columbia, Missouri
Every dog is born with a wild heart, a burst of every form of energy, an insatiable curiosity, and, at times, a heavy dose of chaos. But what lies beneath...
Read →Training Hearts at Home: The Joy of In-Home Dog Training in Columbia, Missouri
A dog’s heart is a tender thing, loyal, eager, and full of wonder. When they look up at us, they don’t just see a friend. They need to see us as a leader...
Read →Building Better Behavior: Why Obedience Training Matters
If your dog doesn’t listen, everything becomes harder: walks, guests, travel, and daily routines. You repeat commands, raise your voice, and get...
Read →Obedience Training and Leash Skills: Why They Belong Together in Everyday Life
Obedience training doesn’t mean much if it only works when nothing is happening. Real life involves motion, noise, hesitation, and the occasional surprise...
Read →The Importance of Early and Correct Socialization in Canine Development
As a certified canine behavior consultant, I have worked with countless dogs and their owners to address behavioral challenges, many of which stem from...
Read →Why Early Dog Training Pays Off for a Lifetime?
You just brought home a playful puppy, chewing shoes, barking at the mailman, and tugging you across the yard like it’s the one in charge. That’s where...
Read →Why Early Puppy Training Prevents Future Behavior Problems Before They Take Root
Most behavior problems don’t arrive suddenly. They build quietly, shaped by small moments during puppyhood that were misunderstood, ignored, or handled...
Read →Why Happy Dog Training Is Built on Clear Communication and Consistency in Everyday Life
Happy dog training isn’t about saying more. It’s about saying less, saying it clearly, and meaning it every time. Most behavior problems don’t come from...
Read →Why Obedience Training Is About More Than Just Commands?
People often think of training as just a checklist of commands, sit, stay, come. Obedience training, however, goes much deeper than that; it builds...
Read →Raising a Well-Mannered Puppy Starts at Home: Howie’s Approach to Real Training and Better Behavior
Raising a puppy is exciting, messy, and sometimes overwhelming. One moment your pup is curled up at your feet, and the next they’re chewing a shoe...
Read →Why Good Dog Training Makes Everything Easier
At Howies Happy Dog Training and Development, I don’t train dogs just to follow commands. I train them to listen, think, and trust you. That’s what leads...
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