by Dog Training Now Charleston | Jul 15, 2026 | Dog Training
Most dog owners spend a lot of time thinking about what commands they use. “Sit,” “stay,” “come,” and “leave it” are all important. What many people don’t realize is that dogs often pay more attention to your body language than the words coming out of your mouth. Dogs...
by Dog Training Now Charleston | Jun 13, 2026 | Dog Training
Every dog has something they can’t resist. For some, it’s a dropped piece of food. For others, it’s a squirrel or that stray cat in the neighborhood. Whatever it is, your dog sees it, locks in, and the rest of the world disappears. The “leave it”...
by Dog Training Now Charleston | May 13, 2026 | Dog Training
Positive reinforcement is the most effective form of dog training. The debate isn’t really about whether to reward your dog, but how you mark the behavior you’re rewarding. Do you use a clicker? Or do you use your voice? Both work. The real question is...
by Dog Training Now Charleston | Apr 30, 2026 | Dog Training
Sit and stay are where most dogs start, but if you’re working toward therapy dog certification or training a service animal, those basics are just the entry point. What comes after them is even more important. The dogs who succeed in these roles share several...
by Dog Training Now Charleston | Mar 31, 2026 | Dog Training
You can say all the right things to your dog and still end up confusing them. The problem is most likely your body language if it’s saying something different than your verbal commands. Dogs read movement and posture faster than they process what you say (because...
by Dog Training Now Charleston | Feb 27, 2026 | Dog Training
You had a great weekend with your dog. Then Monday hits, and suddenly it’s like your dog forgot their training. They’re pulling on the leash, ignoring cues, and barking at everyone. What happened? It’s more common than you think, and it doesn’t mean your dog is...
