Category: Dog Training

* All Sniffspot articles are reviewed by certified trainers for quality, please see bottom of article for details * If you have a puppy, you’ve likely heard about the need to socialize your new friend to prevent behavioral issues. But what exactly is socialization… and how do you go about it? Dog training books, the […]

Looking for something new to teach your dog? Interested in getting into the trick training world with a simple, low-stakes start? We’ve got you covered — “shake” is the perfect thing to learn! Here’s everything you need to know about teaching your dog to offer their paw on cue, including why it’s a great trick, […]

Tail chasing has long been a recognized behavior in domestic dogs. There’s a reason the phrase “like a dog chasing its tail” is popularly used to describe someone who isn’t getting anywhere! But what does it mean, exactly, when your dog chases their tail — and is it a problem? We’ve put together a guide […]

Nearly 40 percent of all American households share life with a canine companion. Pet professionals like dog trainers and vet behaviorists are more needed than ever as our modern human society becomes increasingly difficult for four-legged friends to navigate. Unfortunately, reactivity, anxiety, and general stress from lack of proper enrichment are on the rise in […]

Dog behavior is a fascinating and complicated field. You’re not alone if you’ve ever caught yourself wondering “why on earth does my dog do this?” or “what could they mean by that?” — and we’re here to help! While many articles here on the Sniffspot blog are devoted to helping pet parents better understand their […]

* All Sniffspot articles are reviewed by certified trainers for quality, please see bottom of article for details * Dogs may not be able to actually talk to us, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have their own ways of communicating when something is up. It’s our job as pet parents to pay attention when […]

Does your dog ever growl when you walk by their food dish? Maybe they get possessive of treats, carrying them far away and giving you side-eye when you start to approach — or snarling at your other pets or children if they get too close. These are symptoms of food aggression, a common (yet scary) […]

Looking to teach your dog how to roll over? We’ve got you covered. Here’s everything you need to know about teaching a simple trick, from reinforcers and reward markers to step-by-step instructions and troubleshooting. Let’s dive in! Why teach your dog to roll over? “Roll over” is a classic, cute behavior. It’s a crowd pleaser […]

* All Sniffspot articles are reviewed by certified trainers for quality, please see bottom of article for details * If you love a dog, then you’re probably familiar with their range of canine vocalizations: barking, growling, and of course whining. If you’ve ever heard your dog crying and wondered what they’re trying to tell you […]

* All Sniffspot articles are reviewed by certified trainers for quality, please see bottom of article for details * Separation anxiety is a pretty common behavioral problem in pet dogs, especially since the rise of work-from-home opportunities. Our dogs are social animals who bond deeply with their people. It’s completely normal for them to prefer […]