by Andrea Marx | Jun 10, 2025 | Dog Training Blog
Explore fun, safe places to socialize your puppy in Virginia Beach—and how to get started with local classes. Welcoming a new puppy into your life is one of the most joyful—and important—chapters of dog ownership. But while snuggles and playtime come naturally, one...
by Andrea Marx | May 30, 2025 | Dog Training Blog
Understanding the Real Reasons Dogs Bark—and What to Do About It When you live with a dog who barks—a lot—it can feel like a never-ending challenge. Whether it’s barking at the mail carrier, guests, or every squirrel in the yard, you might be wondering: “How do I fix...
by Andrea Marx | May 15, 2025 | Dog Training Blog
From the dog who barks at bikes, lunges at dogs, and is doing their best. 1. I’m Not Being Bad—I’m Overwhelmed If I’m barking, I’m not giving you a hard time. I’m having a hard time. That dog across the street? That jogger coming toward us? To you, they’re no big...
by Andrea Marx | Mar 24, 2025 | Dog Training Blog
When most people think of dog walks in Virginia Beach, they picture sandy paws and ocean breezes—but the beach isn’t the right fit for every dog. Enrichment walks are a powerful tool for behavior support, especially for dogs who are fearful, reactive, aging, or simply...
by Andrea Marx | Feb 21, 2025 | Dog Training Blog
Key Highlights Noise sensitivity in dogs is a common issue that can cause fear and anxiety. Common signs of noise sensitivity in dogs include trembling, hiding, and excessive panting. Loud noises, fireworks, thunderstorms, and lightning strikes are some of the common...
by Andrea Marx | Feb 14, 2025 | Dog Training Blog
Key Highlights Owner-directed aggression in dogs is a serious behavior problem that can be managed through a combination of behavior modification and training techniques. It is important to understand the nature of owner-directed aggression, including the different...
