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Beagle looking up with text overlay that says "Train with kindness & see results" promoting positive dog training by Paws Academy.

Beagle looking up with text overlay that says "Train with kindness & see results" promoting positive dog training by Paws Academy.

Positive Philosophy in Dog Training: A Practical Guide

Training a dog is one of the most rewarding parts of sharing life with them. It can also be one of the most challenging. Every dog is...

Sep 285 min read

Infographic titled Smart Reinforcers For Picky Dogs showing a happy Border Collie running with a ball, with text saying Reward without food, even outdoors. Promotes non-food training rewards for dogs who ignore treats outside.

Infographic titled Smart Reinforcers For Picky Dogs showing a happy Border Collie running with a ball, with text saying Reward without food, even outdoors. Promotes non-food training rewards for dogs who ignore treats outside.

10 Practical Reinforcement Ideas for Dogs Who Won’t Eat Outside

Some dogs act like vacuum cleaners in the kitchen but become entirely disinterested in food the moment they step outside. If you have...

Jul 256 min read

Infographic showing a dog with a brain illustration on its head, highlighting brain-based dog training and how understanding canine behaviour leads to better results. Features the headline “Building Behaviours From the Brain” and promotes Paws Academy’s science-based dog training approach.

Infographic showing a dog with a brain illustration on its head, highlighting brain-based dog training and how understanding canine behaviour leads to better results. Features the headline “Building Behaviours From the Brain” and promotes Paws Academy’s science-based dog training approach.

How to Grow Your Dog’s Brain, Not Control Them, for Better Behaviour and Relationship Building

When we think about dog training, we’re often taught to focus on obedience. Sit. Stay. Lie down. Don’t pull. Stop barking. For decades,...

Jun 165 min read

Happy brown fluffy dog with tongue out beside text “Train with Kindness, Not Force.” Promotes force-free dog training approach from Paws Academy’s Dog Smart series.

Happy brown fluffy dog with tongue out beside text “Train with Kindness, Not Force.” Promotes force-free dog training approach from Paws Academy’s Dog Smart series.

What Are the Consequences of Using Aversive Methods in Dog Training and Why Positive Reinforcement Works Best

Training your dog is a crucial part of their development and your relationship with them. How you choose to train your dog can have a...

Apr 144 min read

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