A Lesson in Training Mechanics
https://youtu.be/c5wDte5GMYoBeing an animal trainer that comes from the zoological field, I pride myself in applying the principles of behavior change to whatever breathing thing that crosses my path. This blog…
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Teach Your Dog to Potty IN the House!
Tip #1. Use Pee Pads. Super convenient for apartment dwellers and for people without a backyard. Pee pads are soft and luxurious on your dog's paws, it simulates the…
Why “My dog ISN’T food motivated!” is a Poor Excuse.
If you are reading this article, chances are you might have a clue what "Food Motivation" means. But when I am out consulting with my training clients, it is clear…
Banana’s Foster in a Kong
https://www.canva.com/design/DADco5Qqiw8/view Bananas Foster in a Kong You’ll Need: 2 XL Kongs 1/2 to 1 cup dry kibble 2 Ripe Bananas halved lengthwise, and then halved crosswise 1/2 Lime…
Pupperoni Pizza Kong
Pizza Kong by Caitlin Bird Pupperoni Pizza Kong You’ll Need: 2 XL Kongs Cottage cheese 1/2 to 1 cup dry kibble 1/8 c. mozzarella cheese 1 bag of Pup-Peroni Triple…
Red, White and Blue Kong
You’ll Need: 2 XL Kongs Plain, whole fat, unsweetend yogurt (make sure there is no Xylitol) 3/4 cup sliced strawberries 3/4 cup blueberries Clean fruit and cut Strawberries to…
Tutti Frutti Kong
What you need Kongs Mixing bowl Applesauce Blueberries Diced Strawberries Pitted cherries Plug the small end of the Kongs with a cut strawberry wedge. Pour applesauce into bowl. Gradually add…
7-Layered Dog Dip
What you need Classic Kong toy Peanut butter Diced apple Cream cheese Kibble (dog food) Smear the inside of the Kong toy with peanut butter. Put a tiny piece of…
Kong Pop (with a jerky stick)
What you need: Kongs Teaspoon Peanutbutter Beef Broth (low sodium) Beef jerky sticks (as the "popsicle stick") Seal the small hole of the Kong toy with peanut butter. Fill to…
Winnie’s Green Kong
You’ll Need: 2 XL Kongs Large mixing Bowl Steamed Green Beans 1 cup kibble (dog food) Instant mashed potatoes (no salt added) Bone broth in any flavor (no salt…