by OLK9Alex | Mar 31, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
The Power of Ignoring Attention Barking If your dog barks at you constantly—while you’re working, relaxing, on the phone, or even just sitting down—you’re likely dealing with attention-seeking barking. And here’s the hard truth: this behavior is almost always learned....
by OLK9Alex | Mar 23, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
Hyper Dog? It Might Not Be Energy One of the most common things dog owners say is: “My dog just has too much energy.” But here’s the truth: many “hyper” dogs aren’t lacking exercise—they’re lacking structure. The Misunderstood “Hyper” Dog A dog that: Jumps constantly...
by OLK9Alex | Mar 11, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
Teaching Your Dog to Focus on You First Before a dog can learn to ignore other dogs, they need to learn something much more important: How to focus on you. Many owners try to correct their dog when they react to another dog, but corrections alone don’t teach the...
by OLK9Alex | Feb 16, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
Teaching Your Puppy to Follow You Indoors Before your puppy can walk nicely beside you outside, they need one simple skill: Choosing to follow you. Loose leash walking isn’t about control.It’s about connection. And the easiest place to build that connection is inside...
by OLK9Alex | Feb 12, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
Supporting Joint Health in Senior Dogs One of the first physical changes many owners notice in aging dogs is stiffness. Maybe your dog takes a little longer to stand up after a nap.Maybe stairs seem harder.Maybe they hesitate before jumping into the car. These small...
by OLK9Alex | Feb 11, 2026 | Albany Dog Trainer
What Does “Marking” Behavior Mean? If you’ve ever heard a trainer say, “Mark it!” you may have wondered what that actually means. Marking good behavior is one of the most powerful tools in dog training — yet it’s often misunderstood. Many people think giving a treat...
