What Is the Difference Between Operant Conditioning and Classical Conditioning?

Operant conditioning and classical conditioning are fundamental concepts in behavioral psychology that can be applied to dog training. While similar in some ways, these two concepts are based on very different principles. If you're hoping to train your dog or correct unwanted behaviors, understanding the difference between classical and operant conditioning is critical. So what is the difference between operant [...]

2026-06-30T02:40:17-04:00March 17th, 2025|

What Is an English Slip Lead?

A slip leash, or slip lead, acts as an all-in-one leash and collar that easily slips over a dog's head onto its neck. With a few quick adjustments, the English slip lead turns into a head collar, making it an effective tool for training and safely moving a dog from one place to another. Keep reading to learn how English [...]

2026-06-30T02:40:18-04:00December 7th, 2022|

How to Use a Pet Corrector

Is your dog exhibiting unwanted behaviors? From play-biting to incessant barking, there's no shortage of bad habits that can frustrate pet parents. If you're looking to improve your pet's behavior, a Pet Corrector can help. Let's take a closer look and learn how to use a pet corrector. What Is a Pet Corrector? A Pet Corrector is a can of [...]

2026-06-30T02:37:47-04:00November 24th, 2022|

Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Dogs

When you're bustling around in the kitchen on Thanksgiving, it can be hard to resist the temptation to give your pet turkey meat, a few scraps of turkey skin or two or three of the green beans that inevitably drop to the floor. It feels good to share the holiday feast with furry friends, but your pet's digestive tract may [...]

2026-06-30T02:37:48-04:00November 22nd, 2022|

What to Do If Your Dog Eats Halloween Candy

Trick-or-treating is one of the best parts of Halloween week, along with cute costumes, pumpkin spice lattes and horror movies. But if you've got a dog, that Halloween candy stash could be extremely toxic. Keep reading to learn what to do if your dog eats Halloween candy and is showing symptoms such as panting, diarrhea, agitation or abdominal pain. Dog [...]

2026-06-30T02:40:39-04:00November 22nd, 2022|

What to Do for a Dog With Heat Exhaustion

Dogs love spending time outside with their owners, but during summer months, high temperatures can put your best friend at risk for heat exhaustion. Although you should always strive to avoid excessive heat and keep your dog cool, your pet can still fall prey to rising temperatures sometimes. So, before you hit the trail for a warm weather hike, you [...]

2026-06-30T02:37:49-04:00November 22nd, 2022|