What It Isn’t, and How to Raise Two Puppies Without the Panic If you’ve ever mentioned bringing home two puppies at once, you’ll know the look. Eyebrows lift, voices lower, and someone whispers, “Watch out for littermate syndrome.” It’s become one of those phrases...
Learning to Read the Truth They Tell By Simon Chapman – K9 Manhunt ScentWork Scotland “Your dog woke up this morning ready to learn something new. The question is, did you?” The Truth About Dogs Here’s something every dog owner, handler, and trainer should understand:...
E-Collars: Myths, Misconceptions, and the Middle Ground Few tools in the dog training world spark as much heated debate as the electronic collar, more commonly known as the e-collar. For some, it’s a symbol of cruelty and outdated training methods; for others, it’s a...
By Simon Chapman – K9 Manhunt & ScentWork Scotland In the ever-expanding world of dog training techniques, tools, theories, and trends, one simple, often-overlooked practice stands tall above many of the fads: hand feeding. Not tossing treats. Not bribing. Not...
By Simon Chapman – K9 Manhunt & ScentWork Scotland When it comes to dog training, most people focus on the what: what to teach, what tools to use, what cues to say. But not nearly enough people focus on the how. More specifically, the energy you bring into a training...
Training vs. Temperament: Why They Are Not the Same – and Why That Matters As professional trainers and responsible dog owners, we often fall into the trap of believing that training alone is the answer to every behavioural issue. That a well-trained dog must also be...