I was on a run the other day with my Standard Poodle and my Bichon-Shih Tzu mix (yes, the little one DOES like to run!) when a somewhat scary thing happened. We were toward the end of our jog when I heard this panting behind me. As I looked back, I saw a large, intact [...]
As a result of numerous requests, Out N’ About Dog Training is pleased to announce the formation of a new group class – Walk About Town. This is a three week intermediate class held on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm, with the specific focus of working on loose leash walking. Class will [...]
For many people who live in San Diego, their favorite option to exercise their dog is to head to the local dog park where they can watch their dog run free and burn off some steam. However, just getting there is not always a pleasant experience. Let’s see if this scenario sounds familiar – as [...]
A few weeks ago, I took my daughters and one of their friends ice skating. We were all excited to enjoy a bit of indoor winter in San Diego. We bundled up, put on our skates and even got to wear mittens as we entered the ice rink. However, there was a small glitch – [...]
I love dogs. I love to pet them, snuggle with them, watch them play, and, of course, train them. But I do have my limits. I also like my personal space. I like to be able to sit in my living room to visit with family and friends and decide if I want to pet [...]
A Kong is a hard, hollow, rubber dog toy that is shaped like a snowman, with a small hole on the top and a larger hole on the bottom. It is dishwasher safe and, for the most part, virtually indestructible for most dogs. A Kong by itself can be a fun toy for dogs to [...]
Victoria Stilwell makes the cover of the October issue of San Diego Pets Magazine, San Diego’s premier pet magazine for pet lovers. In this issue, Victoria discusses her mission of changing the focus of today’s dog training methods by embracing solely reward-based dog training. She highlights her global network of positive dog trainers and mentions [...]
Recently, I joined forces with Doggone Safe, a non-profit organization that is dedicated to dog bite prevention through education. I became a Licensed Presenter and participated in an international effort to educate school-aged children during Dog Bite Prevention Week. My first presentation was at my childrens’ elementary school, were I spoke to over 100 kids. [...]
Now, I know the holidays are over, the decorations are packed up and many of us have settled back into our regular routines. But it is still the beginning of the year. So, if you haven’t taken a moment to make any New Year’s resolutions, or have already given up on the ones you made, [...]
After completing an extensive interview and qualification process, I have just been approved as a Victoria Stilwell Positively Dog Trainer by Victoria Stilwell herself, star of Animal Planet’s hit TV series It’s Me or the Dog. I now join an exclusive group of world-class dog trainers who are personally endorsed by Victoria as accomplished professionals who bring [...]
Julie Schmitt, a Guide Dog Mobility Instructor (GDMI) and Victoria Stilwell Positively Dog Trainer (VSPDT), has been a professional dog trainer for over sixteen years. Julie’s goal is to educate dog owners that having well-behaved dogs is a life-long process that is enjoyable, rewarding and easily achieved.
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