Dog Blog
Helpful Dog Tips to Find Your Next THANK YOU
Read our Dog Blog and get training and behavior tips from The Well Heeled Way to achieve a better relationship with your dog. Watch the videos for real demonstrations with dogs Jerry has worked with and see his methods in action. Learn about ways to calm your dog, get him or her to listen attentively, find better ways to stop undesirable behaviors like barking or jumping, walk beside you, and so much more. Our dog blog is full of helpful tips and tricks Jerry has developed over many years of experience; he is an expert when it comes to dog behaviors and socialization. Explore our dog blog to get training and behavior tips with posts from all different breeds and sizes, and find your way to a happy coexistence with your furry best friend!
This MONTH’s Tip
One-on-One Sessions — From Triggered to Calm
One-on-One Sessions — From Triggered to Calm Protective Riekee Learns Submissive Leash Behavior The beautiful dog I would like to highlight this month is a one-year-old German Shepherd female named Riekee. Her owner Josee reached out for assistance — she was afraid to leave Riekee in a kennel’s care due to her protective and aggressive behavior. … View Article
Recent Tips
Training Enzo — Rowdy to Relaxed
Meet Enzo, a very excitable and hyper 10-month-old chocolate Lab whose owners wondered, could he possibly go from rowdy to relaxed?
“Place” Command – Dog Training
For once we get to watch Jerry work with HIS OWN DOG, an adorable 5-year-old Golden Retriever, Calvin. Watch as Jerry takes Calvin to a few different locations working on the “place” command – beginning in a very familiar setting and moving on to new and exciting locations.
Your Dog Will Go Home BETTER Than They Came
Kennel time will expose your dog to positive influences — from The Well Heeled Way® dog training method AND “mentor” dogs.
My Most Challenging Dog Became My Most Loyal Companion
I remember when I was 6 years old in 1960 asking my parents if we could get a dog.
I didn’t hear a thing from them until about a week later when my Dad returned home with a full grown male German shepherd named Duke. Now that was a strong move to the hoop when you’re 6!
Training a Strong & Respectful Food Drive
Training your dog to have a respectful & strong food drive is a foundational behavior EVERY dog owner should master.
Making It
This September, PBS’s “Making It” Series aired an interview with our very own Jerry Barnes — showcasing his game-changing custom slip harness.
Attention Behaviors: Be Your Dog’s Leader
It’s always a joy to see a new dog in our kennel whose overall behavior is better than average. That is exactly what happened with my new friend Leo, an adolescent chocolate Labradoodle.
Calming a HIGH ENERGY Dog
Calming a high energy dog can be as simple as riding a bike! Watch and learn how you can teach your dog to match his gait to you as you ride, giving both of you the benefit of some quality exercise.
COME: The Most Important Command
Perhaps the single most important command you will teach your dog is “COME.” This command is one you will use at home, outside, anywhere you take your dog.