by Yo Armendariz | Dec 24, 2022 | Trick Training, Dog Training
This Christmas, at Canine Learning Academy, we are making sure that our dogs are included in our Holiday Festivities by presenting 12 tricks Christmas dog countdown that you can do with your beloved dog. Learn and practice right at home where your dog feels safe. With...
by Yo Armendariz | Oct 21, 2022 | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Canine Learning Academy Blog
How to Teach your Dog to Settle Calmly on a Magic Mat Often puppies and dogs can get really excited when they go to new places or meet new people or dogs. This is why some dogs can find it difficult to be calm well mannered canine companions. These outbursts can lead...
by Yo Armendariz KPA CTP & Julie Fryman KPA CTP | Jun 15, 2022 | Puppy Training, Canine Learning Academy Blog
Congratulations! You’ve either just welcomed a new puppy home or are preparing for the arrival of four tiny paws! Puppy proofing your home is essential for keeping your puppy safe, your home in one piece and your sanity intact! As you look at your beautiful...
by Yo Armendariz KPA CTP & Julie Fryman KPA CTP | Jun 11, 2022 | Canine Learning Academy Blog, Dog Training
When it comes to training your dog, it’s really important that you master the human side of things. When you ace the human skills, training your dog will become easier for both you and your dog. Let’s explore the dog training techniques that will...
by Yo Armendariz KPA CTP & Julie Fryman KPA CTP | Jun 9, 2022 | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Canine Learning Academy Blog
Recall training with your dog doesn’t have to be stressful. We’ve got seven fun games that you can play with your dog to nail their recall training, which are a ton of fun, and super effective too. When dog training’s fun, you are more likely to want...
by Yo Armendariz KPA CTP & Julie Fryman KPA CTP | Jun 9, 2022 | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Canine Learning Academy Blog
Enrichment toys for dogs can build confidence, reduce undesirable behaviour and prevent your dog from going into destruction mode! When your dog is mentally stimulated, they are more likely to relax and feel happier, meaning they’ll be a joy to live with. Discover...
by Yo Armendariz KPA CTP & Julie Fryman KPA CTP | Jun 9, 2022 | Puppy Training, Canine Learning Academy Blog
As a new puppy parent, you are desperate to give your furry bundle of joy the best possible start in life. Booking their vaccinations is one of the most important features of all. Before you do this, though, it’s equally crucial to consider puppy socialization. Here’s...
by Yo Armendariz | Jan 2, 2022 | Dog Training, Canine Learning Academy Blog
The Ultimate Guide to Loose Leash Walking-Making Dog Walks Fun Again Does your dog pull like crazy whenever you leave the house? Do you find that your walks have become stressful rather than the joyful experience you expected they’d be? Teaching your dog to walk...
by Yo Armendariz | Jul 2, 2021 | Uncategorized
Fireworks and Dogs: Keeping your dog safe on the Fourth of July More dogs are lost over the 4th July holiday than any other time of year. The loud bangs of fireworks trigger a startle reflex in your dog, which sends adrenalin rushing through their body, making your...
by Yo Armendariz KPA CTP & Julie Fryman KPA CTP | Apr 9, 2020 | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Canine Learning Academy Blog, Uncategorized
If you can believe it, it’s already about time to celebrate Easter! It’s certainly a holiday to celebrate with family, and that includes our dogs, of course. Make this Easter the best one ever for your dog! This fun DIY enrichment project is just the thing you need to...
by Yo Armendariz | Jul 22, 2019 | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Canine Learning Academy Blog
With some Fun Games, Your Puppy Can Learn to Love the Crate A crate is a great management tool, and by getting down on the floor introducing some fun games your puppy can learn to love the crate. Using a crate is one of the fastest way to potty train your puppy. When...
by Yo Armendariz | Jul 21, 2019 | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Canine Learning Academy Blog
Settle on a Mat Settle on a mat is when your dog goes to a specified mat (towel or blanket), wherever you are (your house, the park, or cafe) and relaxes. May even falls asleep, as this little Newfoundland puppy on our field trip to Luna Grill. Settle on a Mat can be...
by Yo Armendariz KPA CTP & Julie Fryman KPA CTP | Jul 17, 2019 | Dog Training, Puppy Training, Canine Learning Academy Blog
In the featured video Intro to Enrichment Feeders, Yo Armendariz KPA CTP and Julie Fryman KPA CTP demonstrate why and how to use some of the popular feeders. At Canine Learning Academy, enrichment feeders are one of the very first things we implement as part of...
by Yo Armendariz | Jul 5, 2019 | Uncategorized, Dog Training, Puppy Training, Canine Learning Academy Blog
If you are new the city and you have a dog, city dog life can be a challenge. If you life in Cities, such as Long Beach, or Downtown Huntington Beach California you will notice people bring their dogs with them everywhere. Both cities are a PAWS-a-TIVELY Pet friendly,...
by Yo Armendariz | Dec 24, 2022 | Trick Training, Dog Training
Teaching your dog how to stack the rings onto a stick (Ring Toss), is not only a trick you can check off your tricks list it’s always a great opportunity for you (the handler) to better your training skills by being very good at your timing. Ring toss...
by Yo Armendariz | Dec 24, 2022 | Dog Training, Trick Training
Teaching your dog how to put its paws in a box, is not only a trick you can check off your tricks list it’s always a great opportunity for you (the handler) to better your training skills by using shaping to teach this trick. For the AKC trick title, they call...
