Author: Yvonne Myers

Keeping Cool While Mantrailing – Summer Survival Guide!

Mantrailing is a year-round sport, but let’s be honest—some weather conditions make things a little trickier than others. Summer heat, in particular, can be a real challenge, especially since our dogs need to be safely secured in vehicles between trails. Before we dive into kit and techniques, it’s important to note that heat affects every dog differently. As instructors, we’ll adjust […]

Mantrailing – Setting up your car

Living Life in the Driver’s Seat – Different Setup Options Harness & Restraint This is a quick and easy solution – just clip your dog’s harness to a seatbelt buckle or headrest restraint, and you’re good to go!  Allows freedom of movement while keeping them restrained Simple to install and doesn’t take up space Ideal for dogs who settle […]

The Dominance Theory

Debunking the dominance myth in dog training: Explore the truth behind the outdated ‘alpha theory,’ learn how dogs truly learn, and discover the power of positive reinforcement for a happy, trusting relationship with your dog.

Scent Work

Anyone who has ever owned a dog will have stood patiently waiting for them to finish their ‘sniff’ when out on a walk, but what exactly are they doing? The best way to describe scent for a dog is to compare it to our eyesight, we see the world, they smell the world. On average […]

Resource Guarding Issues

Table of Contents What Is Resource Guarding in Dogs, and Is It Really Bad? Resource guarding is a natural behavior in dogs. Think about it—humans are resource guarders too! Would you let a stranger walk into your home and take your belongings? Probably not. For dogs, it’s not a “bad” behavior; it’s just behavior. When […]