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Training Around New Distractions: The Importance of Proofing
One of the most common frustrations dog owners face is this:“My dog listens perfectly at home… but not anywhere else.” If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and your dog isn’t being stubborn. What you’re experiencing is a lack of proofing.
Cory McDonnell
Mar 222 min read
Blackdog Friday: Our Black Friday Dog Training Sale Is HERE
Blackdog Friday runs Nov 28–30! Get our lowest prices of the year on dog training across all Grassroots K9 locations. Don’t miss it.
grassrootsk9
Nov 30, 20252 min read
Beware the Self-Rewarding Monster
If your dog steals socks, barks at squirrels, or sprints off the mark for fun, you’ve met the self-rewarding monster.
Dogs are masters of finding what feels good. The more they reward themselves—chasing, chewing, attention-seeking—the less they rely on you for fulfillment. Before long, you’re living with a furry little thrill-seeker who values chaos more than connection.
grassrootsk9
Oct 6, 20251 min read
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