Understanding and Teaching the ‘Down’ Command in Dog Training

by Aly Rodges | Nov 27, 2023 | Blog, Pillars of Pack Leadership

In the tapestry of canine behaviors, the ‘down’ command is a request for your dog to embrace vulnerability, which is why it’s not the first skill we teach; it’s built on a foundation of trust and understanding that must be established over...

The Foundation Behind Our Trained Dogs for Sale

by Aly Rodges | Oct 16, 2023 | Pillars of Pack Leadership

My Journey: Passion Meets Profession Pillars of Pack Leadership Every journey begins with a single step, and mine began with a passion for understanding the intricate relationship between man and his loyal canine companion. Today, as I reflect on my path, I can...

How to Train a Puppy with Proven Training Pillars

by Aly Rodges | May 26, 2023 | Blog, Pillars of Pack Leadership

Bringing a puppy into your home fills your heart with joy, envisioning sweet snuggles, round puppy bellies, and moments of adorable mischief. However, the reality of sharp teeth, accidents, and unruly behavior can quickly become overwhelming. If you find yourself in...

What is a Therapy Dog?

by Aly Rodges | Apr 2, 2023 | Blog, Pillars of Pack Leadership

What is a Therapy Dog? And the Powerful Impact of Therapy Dogs! Therapy dogs are specially trained dogs that provide emotional support and comfort to people in various settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and disaster areas. They do not have the same...

How to Keep Your Dog Busy!

by Aly Rodges | Mar 11, 2023 | Blog, Pillars of Pack Leadership, Purpose Driven Activities

How To Keep Your Dog Busy! Dogs are intelligent and social creatures, and they need to be engaged both physically and mentally to stay healthy and happy. If you don’t meet the needs of your dog, your dog could become bored. Bored dogs can display a range of...

New Dog. New Home. New People.

by Megan Clarke | Jan 20, 2023 | Blog, Pillars of Pack Leadership

It’s all new for your puppy. Regardless of the age of your dog or the level of training, there is a Decompression Reality for a new dog, in a new place, with new people.  There is an old adage called the 3-3-3 Guideline (3 days, 3 weeks, 3 months)  Although...