27 Jul Importance of Enrichment
The Importance of Enrichment for our Pets Enrichment. It’s a buzzword lately, but what does it mean in relation to our pets? It will help to compare the differences in many...
Dog Training Articles
Dedicated to your success, White Mountain College for Pets specializes in effective pet training with lasting results. We endeavor to help you and your pet have the best relationship possible.
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27 Jul Greeting People, Dog Edition
When dogs greet and interact with one another it’s a rambunctious affair: Jumping and climbing and sniffing and circling. Unfortunately, these behaviors are unacceptable in human interactions. The following steps...
27 Jul Training Your Dog to Ring a Bell
Teaching your pet to ring a bell as an indication of the need to pee/poop is an invaluable skill that will leave you wondering why you hadn’t taught it sooner. For...
02 Feb Spring Scratch and Sniff-Dog Scent Training
The Spring season is just around the corner. We eagerly await the smell of flowering trees and freshly turned garden soil after a mostly sterile Winter. To your dog the arrival...
21 Dec Base Service Dog Skills
Assistance Pet Foundation Skills These skills are taught to all assistance dog students as a foundation for more advanced/ customized skills. Sit Down Sit-Up Stand Sit-Stay Down-Stay Down-Stay Under a Table ...
21 Dec Attention Exercise
Establishing Attention 1. With the treat pouch attached to your clothing just below your chin (to draw the dog’s attention to your eyes) and full of high value treats; watch...