Dog Training Archives - Jessica L. Fisher

The 1 THING ruining your loose leash walking

Posted on September 13, 2022 by jessica

Loose leash walking is a learned behavior for our dogs and also for us. Dogs do not naturally walk at a pace as slow as ours so it's not only asking for behavior from our dogs but also asking them...Read More

Dog Reactivity

Posted on August 27, 2022 by jessica

Sometimes dogs react and display aggressive behavior, which is what we call reactivity. It's not really a bad thing ... let me explain. I see reactivity as a symptom, and if you've been paying attention to my blogs and videos...Read More

Are You Unknowingly Ruining Your Dogs Stay Cue

Posted on August 24, 2022 by jessica

The stay cue is one of those basics that most people teach (or try to teach) their dogs, but timing and consistency can make or break how well your dog manages this cue. Dogs are smart, and they really do...Read More

How To Calm A Hyper Dog Down

Posted on August 22, 2022 by jessica

One question that I see a lot is about hyperactivity in dogs. Whether you are training, or you are just trying to get through everyday, having a hyper dog can be exhausting! The key to a hyper dog is to...Read More

Moving With Pets

Posted on August 16, 2022August 16, 2022 by jessica

I'm traveling today to go to my sister's wedding in North Carolina, but I did have a video go live on YouTube this morning so I scheduled this post for y'all! Today's video is actually the 2nd in a series...Read More

Are You Walking Your Dog Wrong?

Posted on August 10, 2022 by jessica

For most dogs, daily walks are incredibly important. I say most because there are always exceptions to the rule, and some dogs may not be able to go for walks due to physical limitations or other extenuating circumstances. These dogs...Read More

Let’s try this again…

Posted on August 9, 2022 by jessica

You try and try and try, but your dog just won't do what you're asking them to do..... Why? Now what? 🚨Here's the truth If your dog is having difficulty learning a specific behavior, the most likely reasons are: ➡️...Read More

Fireworks & Noise Phobias

Posted on July 3, 2022August 2, 2022 by jessica

We all have feelings about fireworks, but so do our pets. It's important to take their feelings into consideration, so if you have a pet who is scared, please stay home with them and help them through it. Desensitization is...Read More

How To Help Your Dog Build Confidence With A Job

Posted on December 23, 2021July 13, 2022 by jessica

So many times people come to me asking about issues they are having with their dog and so many times it comes down to not enough enrichment/exercise - and a lack of confidence-building activities. One way to help boost...Read More

Got a Dog-Dog Reactivity Problem? Here’s What to Do

Posted on November 1, 2021July 13, 2022 by jessica

You're walking on a trail, and your dog sees another dog up ahead… What do they do? Bark? Lunge? Growl? If that’s the case, you’re dealing with dog-dog reactivity. It’s a common problem, but it’s one a lot of owners...Read More

Jessica L. Fisher

Pet Parent Coach & Dog Trainer | The Pet Parenting Reset

Category: Dog Training