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• Dog Training - Do Not Repeat Cues

  It is a bit ironic that this is the recommendation that I repeat most to my clients. But, this makes a HUGE difference in training. Any animal learns faster if there are clear instructions. If you ask your dog to do something and they don’t do it, there... Posted Nov 01 2007, 09:35 AM by Jeff Millman with | with no comments Filed under: repeating cues in dog training, being a good dog trainer, Dog training, Come when called, dog training strategies

• The Importance of Handling Your Dog - What to Do if You Hear Growling

  It is so important to gently handle your dog throughout his or her life. I received a typical call today from a client that is afraid because her dog growls when she puts on his harness. The challenge with growling is that it is much better than biting... Posted Nov 01 2007, 09:28 AM by Jeff Millman with | with no comments Filed under: Dog training, dog aggression, aggressive dogs, dog training strategies, dog body handling exercises, dog body sensitivity, dog growling

• Choke Chains Can Increase Aggression

  I got a sad call from a new client yesterday. She said her dog was showing signs of dog-dog aggression and, from the advice of someone in the dog park, she hired a trainer that uses choke chains. She said initially the training wasn't too physical... Posted Nov 01 2007, 09:24 AM by Jeff Millman with | with 3 comment(s) Filed under: Dog training, corrections for dogs, aggressive dogs, dog training help, dog training myths, dog whisperer, positive reinforcement, shock collars, abusive dog trainers

• Not enough time for dog training? Tips to find time.

  Everyone is busy. My wife and I are taking a guitar class together and it is amazing how the week flies by and I realize I haven't practiced enough. I am sure you are busy as well and can never find enough time to train your dog. Here are some tips... Posted Nov 01 2007, 09:23 AM by Jeff Millman with | with 1 comment(s) Filed under: Dog training, dog training help, puppy training tips

• Check Dog Trainer References

  I was interviewed in April by the Chicago Reader about a horrifying situation about a dog trainer in the Chicago area arrested for animal cruelty. Read the article . I was interviewed to get a the perspective about, as a positive reinforcement trainer... Posted Nov 01 2007, 09:16 AM by Jeff Millman with | with no comments Filed under: being a good dog trainer, Dog training, shock collars, choke chains, abusive dog trainers

• Teach a dog to Come When Called - The Importance of Consistency in Dog Training

  "Come on guys let's go for a walk." Blank stares . . . "Ranger, Trooper, Linus, Come." Three furry friends come running. I realized that I never taught my dogs what "Come on guys let's go for a walk" meant. That was... Posted Oct 09 2007, 10:51 PM by Jeff Millman with | with no comments Filed under: Dog training, online dog training videos, front, puppy training tips, Come when called

• Eat first and other ridiculous dog training myths - part 1

  There are so many dog training myths perpetuated by old school techniques, bad trainers, or trainers that do not give their clients the benefit of the doubt and "dumb down" everything into simple sound bites. There are some very popular dog... Posted Oct 09 2007, 10:48 PM by Jeff Millman with | with 2 comment(s) Filed under: Dog training, dog training myths, dog whisperer, positive reinforcement

• Teach Emergency STOP!

  On Friday I met a client for the first session and met his wonderful 1.5 year old Labrador Retriever named Riley. Our session ended after some fantastic leash work, placement cues and some work on Stay. As I was leaving, my client opened the door for... Posted Oct 09 2007, 10:43 PM by Jeff Millman with | with no comments Filed under: Dog training, off leash work, emergency stop, dog training safety cues, leash handling

• Corrections in Dog Training

  While working with a private client on Wednesday, we ran into another local Chicago trainer. It was interesting, because we were both teaching our clients the exact same lesson, using different philosophies. The goal was to have our dogs meet each other... Posted Oct 09 2007, 10:41 PM by Jeff Millman with | with no comments Filed under: Dog training, corrections for dogs, positive reinforcement, abusive dog trainers, choke chains, traditional dog training, chicago dog training