Training Tips & Tricks

Looking for canine training advice? You’ve come to the right place! The AWS Training Team has made a series of videos and blog posts about a variety of training topics. Learn tips to train your dog at home, get ideas on curbing unwanted behaviors, and watch videos on fun “party tricks” you and your dog can use to impress all your friends!

A small dog jumps through a Christmas wreathe hoop during training class.

What are Reindeer Games?

We are thrilled to announce that the seventh annual Reindeer Games are coming soon, and enrollment is now open! Led by our team of professional trainers, these three week holiday-themed training classes are sure to keep your pup on the…

A puppy walking through the grass smiling. Puppy socialization is important to their development and view of the world!

Socializing Your Puppy

So, maybe you’ve recently adopted a puppy and are introducing them to their new life. You want them to become comfortable and acclimated to the environment they will be living in, from inside the home to regular trips you plan…

An ACT cue's a dog to give their paw and they do.

How to Introduce a Cue to Your Dog

Teaching your dog cues are very useful ways to signal to your dog to perform a specific task or behavior. You may already be doing them without realizing them, like holding your hand up for a sit or pointing to…

An AWS Volunteer taking a dog one of the three types of dog walks down a street.

The Three Types of Dog Walks

Learning how to walk on and off leash can be very challenging for our dogs and frustrating for both parties! Walks are one of the enjoyable ways to share and grow the bond with your canine companion, but sometimes they…

Join Duke on a Pack Walk as he had a ton of fun!

Join Duke on a Pack Walk

Hey everyone, my name is Duke and it’s so nice to meet you. As a resident dog here at AWS, it’s so great when we can join Canine Training for fun programs and classes like a Pack Walk! This week…

A tan dog on a leash with a big smile towards their dog person.

You Know You’re a Dog Person When…

At AWS’s Canine Training program, you learn fast that there are people who like dogs, and then there are dog people. Dog people know the difference between a snuffle mat and a flirt pole, wear treat pouches like fashion accessories…

Dog chews on a bone while lying on the floor at home.

Why Bother with Mealtime Training?

Teaching your dog to remain calm and out of the way while you are in your kitchen cooking or preparing meals is important. Mealtime or kitchen training is often assumed as one of those annoying dog behaviors. So why bother…

The Name Game

Think about how we, as humans, respond to our own names. Imagine you’re at a crowded party when you hear someone excitedly call your name. You turn your head, expecting something good or interesting. Now think about the opposite scenario…

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