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Behavior Solutions
Expert Intervention for Complex Issues. Specialized posts dedicated to tackling high-stakes challenges. Understand the root cause and management techniques for reactivity, aggression, severe fear, and safe introductions to other species.


Stop Dog Barking: The Good Dog Blueprint Method for Silence
Subscribe Here to see more Training Tips Or 👉 Click here to schedule your Free in-home consultation today Persistent, uncontrolled barking is one of the most common and disruptive frustrations dog owners face. Often, the go-to solution is simply punishing the noise, which rarely works and can sometimes create anxiety. At The Good Dog Blueprint , we believe that to stop unwanted barking, you must first teach your dog how to communicate on command , thereby giving you the ab
AJ Dekker
Oct 21, 20253 min read


The Lunge and Bark: How The Good Dog Blueprint Solves Leash Reactivity
Learn More from The Good Dog Blueprint We believe education is the key to creating a truly Confident Dog. If you find this article helpful, explore our other posts for tips on crate training, socialization, and achieving off-leash reliability. 👉 Read More Blueprint Philosophy and Training Tips Here Few situations are more stressful than walking your dog only to have them explode into barking and lunging at another dog, person, or bicycle. This behavior, known as leash reacti
AJ Dekker
Oct 15, 20253 min read


Build a Confident Dog: Why Our Title-Winning Blueprint Focuses on the Mind
Learn More from The Good Dog Blueprint We believe education is the key to creating a truly Confident Dog. If you find this article helpful, explore our other posts for tips on socialization, leash manners, and achieving off-leash reliability. 👉 Read More Blueprint Philosophy and Training Tips Here Every dog owner wants a confident, resilient companion —a dog that takes new experiences in stride rather than dissolving into fear or anxiety. Achieving this requires more than ju
AJ Dekker
Oct 14, 20253 min read


Walk with Confidence: How The Good Dog Blueprint Stops Leash Pulling for Good
Learn More from The Good Dog Blueprint We believe education is the key to creating a truly Confident Dog. If you find this article helpful, explore our other posts for tips on crate training, socialization, and achieving off-leash reliability. 👉 Read More Blueprint Philosophy and Training Tips Here Few things are more frustrating than a dog relentlessly dragging you down the street. Leash pulling is not just bad manners; it’s a breakdown in the relationship and a clear sign
AJ Dekker
Oct 11, 20253 min read
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