Dog Training Advice
Practical guidance on reactivity, aggression, puppies and choosing a program — written by the trainers who do the work.
Start with the behaviour you actually need help with, not the training package. The articles below walk through the most common situations owners bring to us — and the behaviour guides go deeper on reactivity, aggression and anxiety.
Advice from the Koru K9 team
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Help! My dog charges the door when the doorbell rings…
Does the ding dong of the doorbell turn your dog into a real ding dong? Does the UPS man stand back at the curb to deliver your packages, ...
Is Your Dog the Boss?
Is Your Dog Acting Like the Boss? Here’s Why That’s a Problem We’ve all had that boss. You know the one—friendly enough on the surface, but ...
Dog Parks and Socialization
I could watch my dogs run and play and have fun for hours. There is this pure freedom and childlike quality that just puts a smile on ...
Crate Training your Puppy or Dog
Crates often get a bad rap, particularly in new dog owners. As humans, we view them in this prison-like manner. But remember, your dog is, ...
Help! My dog is…
Why Your Dog’s Behavior Starts with You: The Role of Leadership in Dog Training As professional dog trainers at Koru K9, we hear it ...
Proper Socialization for your Dog
You just brought home a new dog or puppy from a breeder or rescue organization…what is the first thing everybody tells you? You HAVE to ...
Effective Leadership
Why Leadership Matters in Dog Training: Are You the “Kid Brother” or the “Parent” to Your Dog? Let’s rewind to your childhood for a moment.
Teaching your Dog to Recall
By Koru K9 Dog Training + Rehabilitation
Teach Your Dog to Shake
How to Teach Your Dog to Shake Teaching your dog to “shake” (or give paw) is a classic, feel-good trick that strengthens your bond, boosts ...
Behaviour guides
Longer, evergreen guides to the problems owners ask us about most.
Leash reactivity
Barking, lunging and the walks you’ve started to dread.
Read the guide →Aggression
Growling, guarding and bites — and when to get professional help.
Read the guide →Anxiety & fear
Separation anxiety, noise sensitivity and the shrinking world.
Read the guide →Rescue dogs
Building trust with a dog whose history you don’t know.
Read the guide →