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Stay away from “trainers” who can’t modify behaviours without the use of pain-causing tools.
#dogtrainer #dogtraining #positivedogtraining #ethicaldogtraining #nopaindogtraining #dogs #dogtrainingtips
December 9, 2024 at 6:40 AM
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Why might that 'quick fix' not be the magic solution that it appears it might? Read more in my article on Substack about why ethical, science-based trainers will not use aversive tools to train dogs. #forcefree #fearfree #ethicaldogtraining #nofearnoshocknoprong
The Trouble with Training Tools
Force free trainers are firmly opposed to using training tools that are aversive in nature, including slip leads, electric collars and prong collars as some of the most widespread that are seen.Thanks...
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November 13, 2024 at 7:42 PM
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Sometimes we just need to teach dogs how to use their indoor voice! Watch this #cockapoo learn to ask for attention with a polite sit rather than barking! #successstory #bigfeelings #transformation #ethicaldogtraining #positivereinforcement #forcefreedogtraining #dogtraining #dogs
November 29, 2024 at 3:26 AM
goodguardianship.bsky.social
Our dogs cannot speak for themselves so it's up to us to be their voice and make sure they are able to express themselves, that their voices are heard.

#dogs #dogethics #ethicaldogtraining #doglovers #dogparents #dogpeople #dogsarefamily
Why Advocating For Our Dogs Is So Important
There is a fantastic passage in the book The Culture Clash by Jean Donaldson which asks the reader to picture a situation, and I have quoted it below.
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November 24, 2024 at 4:54 PM
readypupgo.bsky.social
Cha-cha’s fear of unfamiliar dogs generalized to a dog-shaped plush.

After observing other dogs treat it calmly (social facilitation), her emotional state shifted from fear to curiosity.

Safety → confidence.

#FearFreeTraining #PositiveReinforcement #EthicalDogTraining
#ForceFreeTraining
November 20, 2025 at 9:00 PM
mandymadness.bsky.social
Thank chance for these magical, pure-hearted, beautiful creatures. Dogs bring us so much love and joy. We owe them the very best we have to offer.

#dogtraining #dogwelfare #ethicaldogtraining #ilovemydog #clumberspaniel #dogofaustralia
Smiling Clumber Spaniel having fun on a beach.
February 23, 2025 at 10:10 AM
readypupgo.bsky.social
Jane Goodall’s passing leaves a profound silence. Her belief that animals have minds and feelings continues to inspire how we relate to them.

Here’s her voice today—a reminder to treat every dog with respect, empathy, and curiosity.

#DogTrainingAdvice #EthicalDogTraining #ForceFreeTraining
“Illustration of Jane Goodall seated with a dog beside her, paired with her quote: ‘You cannot share your life with a dog… and not know perfectly well that animals have personalities and minds and feelings.’ Ready Pup Go! logo appears in the corner.”
October 1, 2025 at 7:51 PM
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A reinforcer is anything your dog wants to earn, not what you think they should like.

#TrainingTipTuesday #DogTrainingAdvice #EthicalDogTraining
#ForceFreeTraining #KindDogTraining #PositivePuppyTraining #PuppyTrainer #PuppyTrainingHelp #PuppyTrainingTips #TrainYourDog
“Only Your Dog Knows What’s Rewarding.” White line art doodle of a golden retriever puppy sitting between a tennis ball and a treat, looking toward the ball. Text reads: “A reinforcer is anything your dog will work to earn, not what you think they should like.” Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom. “Why It Matters.” Text with three bullet points: “Not all rewards are created equal.” “What’s reinforcing changes by mood, context, or energy level.” “The more reinforcers you discover, the easier training becomes.” Title: “What You Need.” Photographs of various dog treats, toys, and enrichment tools (puzzle toy, plush squirrels, rubber chew, rope ball). Text reads: “Variety of treat textures. Toys, games, and social time. Curiosity! Let your dog show you what works.” Title: “Step-by-Step.” Text lists four steps: Make a list of what your dog loves. Watch which ones make behavior repeat. Use those to train! Rotate and mix them to keep motivation high.
October 21, 2025 at 4:07 PM
mandymadness.bsky.social
“Is curing patients a sustainable business model?”

Goldman Sachs is every “balanced” dog trainer. Use aversive respondent/operant conditioning techniques to put a bandaid on a serious issue so you’re always in business. #truth #ethicaldogtraining #dogtraining

www.cnbc.com/2018/04/11/g...
Goldman Sachs asks in biotech research report: 'Is curing patients a sustainable business model?'
Goldman Sachs warns sales from the most successful disease treatments are difficult to maintain.
www.cnbc.com
December 19, 2024 at 1:35 AM
readypupgo.bsky.social
First Night with a puppy? Here's a guide to making it through the night: buff.ly/hEDVQ8e

#newpuppy #holidaypuppy #puppy #PuppyTrainerWA #FearFreeTraining #ScienceBasedDogTraining #DogTrainingAdvice #EthicalDogTraining
#ForceFreeTraining
Text in large blue letters: 'Puppy’s First Night Home', followed by 'How to Help Your Puppy Settle and Sleep' in red text. A small brown puppy is curled up asleep in a fluffy, round gray dog bed against a white wall. Ready, Pup, Go! Logo is at the top.
December 12, 2025 at 10:00 PM
readypupgo.bsky.social
If a holiday puppy is already part of your plan this year, take a deep breath!
You can read more about each tip (and why they matter) at buff.ly/Ed2VXlY

#FearFreeTraining #ScienceBasedDogTraining #DogTrainingAdvice #EthicalDogTraining
#ForceFreeTraining #KindDogTraining #PositivePuppyTraining
'Holiday Puppy Preparation Tips: Choose a reputable breeder or rescue, puppy-proof your home before the big day, schedule your first vet visit early, build a routine from day one, and line up training and social support.’ The tips are presented on paper-style notes with colorful icons for each. At the bottom is the 'Ready, Pup, Go!' logo.
December 10, 2025 at 7:03 PM
readypupgo.bsky.social
Teaching your marker:
Say “YES!” then treat immediately.
Repeat 10–15 times. Simple and effective. 🐾

Use it during sit or hand targeting today.

#SnohomishWashington #PuppyTrainerWA #FearFreeTraining #ScienceBasedDogTraining #DogTrainingAdvice #EthicalDogTraining
#ForceFreeTraining
Dark gray slide with teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Heading says “WHY IT MATTERS.” Bullet points read: • Helps your puppy understand exactly what earned the treat. • Speeds up learning (your timing becomes perfect!). • Reduces confusion, frustration, and “guessing.” • Makes training feel clearer and more fun for both of you. Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom. Dark gray slide with teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Heading reads “WHAT YOU NEED.” Bullet points list: • 10–15 tiny treats • A marker word (“YES!”) or a clicker • 30 seconds of quiet practice • Your puppy (no special setup needed!) Decorative white line-art drawings include a clicker, treats, and the word “yes!” Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom. Dark gray slide with teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Heading says “STEP-BY-STEP.” Numbered list reads: Charge your marker: Say “YES!” → give a treat right away. (Your marker must come before the treat.) Repeat 10–15 times. Short, fun, fast. Keep sessions tiny. Do this 1–2 times a day for 2–3 days. Your puppy learns: “Whenever I hear that sound, a treat is coming!” Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom. Dark gray slide with teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Heading reads “YOUR NEXT MOVE.” Text reads: “Use your marker during easy behaviors today: • Sit • Eye contact • Touch/Hand Target Your puppy will instantly understand what you like, and training will feel smoother right away.” A teal heart and paw doodle is on the right. Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom.
December 2, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Tracking shows you progress you can’t see in real time.

#SnohomishWashington #PuppyTrainerWA #FearFreeTraining #ScienceBasedDogTraining #DogTrainingAdvice #EthicalDogTraining
#ForceFreeTraining #KindDogTraining #PositivePuppyTraining #PuppyTrainer #PuppyTrainingHelp #PuppyTrainingTips
Dark gray slide with a teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Heading reads “YOUR NEXT MOVE.” Text reads: “Pick one behavior to track this week. Keep it simple and brief. You’ll start noticing things you couldn’t see before. Make one small change and see what shifts.” Below, large bold text says: “Tracking shows you the progress you can’t see in the moment.” A teal heart-and-paw doodle is on the right. Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom.
November 25, 2025 at 5:04 PM
readypupgo.bsky.social
Puppies communicate stress through small signs: yawning, lip licking, turning away, sudden sniffing. 🐾

#TrainingTipTuesday #ReadyPupGo #PositiveReinforcement #PuppyTrainerWA #FearFreeTraining #ScienceBasedDogTraining #DogTrainingAdvice #EthicalDogTraining
#ForceFreeTraining #KindDogTraining
A dark gray slide with a teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner at the top. Large white text reads “KEEP AN EYE ON STRESS.” Below is a photo of a fluffy tan puppy sitting and looking at the camera. Smaller text underneath reads, “Your puppy shows little signs they’re overwhelmed before things get big.” Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom. Dark gray slide with teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Large heading reads “WHY IT MATTERS.” Bullet points say: • If you notice stress early, you can help your puppy before they melt down. • It prevents things like barking, nipping, or zoomies caused by overwhelm. • Your puppy will feel safer knowing you’re paying attention. • A calm puppy learns much better than an overwhelmed one. Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom. Dark gray slide with teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Heading reads “WHAT YOU NEED.” Text lists quick stress signals: lip licking (not after eating), yawning, turning away or avoiding, sniffing the ground suddenly, shaking off, freezing or slowing down. Cartoon doodles of a yawning dog and a sniffing dog appear on the right and bottom corners. Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom. Dark gray slide with teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Heading reads “STEP-BY-STEP.” Numbered list: Spot the signs: yawning, lip licking, turning away, sniffing. Make it easier: add space or pause the activity. Offer calm: sniffing, a chew, or a short break. Reward calm: mark (“Yes!”) and treat when your puppy relaxes. Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom.
November 18, 2025 at 5:02 PM
readypupgo.bsky.social
If you're looking for practical holiday safety tips (for décor, treats, guests, and routines), I've compiled them all in one easy-to-read guide for you.

✨ Read the full Holiday Puppy-Proofing blog: buff.ly/wWTdNSF
#FearFreeTraining #EthicalDogTraining #ForceFreeTraining #R+Training
November 17, 2025 at 6:34 PM
readypupgo.bsky.social
Watch what your dog chooses. That’s enrichment insight.
Meeting needs builds confidence, focus, and connection.

#TrainingTipTuesday #DogTrainingAdvice #EthicalDogTraining
#ForceFreeTraining #KindDogTraining #PositivePuppyTraining #PuppyTrainer #PuppyTrainingHelp #PuppyTrainingTips #TrainYourDog
Title: “Meeting Needs Builds Motivation.” A smiling Shiba Inu with its tongue out sits against a dark background. Text reads: “When your dog’s needs are met, learning becomes easier and more joyful.” Ready, Pup, Go! logo appears at the bottom. Title: “Why It Matters.” Text reads: • Enrichment meets needs, not just adds fun. • Meeting needs reduces problem behaviors naturally. • Choice and control build confidence and cooperation. • A well-enriched dog learns more easily and joyfully. Ready, Pup, Go! logo below the text. Title: “What You Need.” Text lists: • Observation skills: notice what your dog seeks out or avoids. • Enrichment tools: sniffing opportunities, safe chew items, puzzle feeders, digging or shredding stations, social play, and rest zones. • Time and flexibility: enrichment is a lifestyle, not a task list. Photos of a snuffle mat, chew stick, egg carton, puzzle feeder, and dog bed illustrate examples. Title: “Step-by-Step.” Text reads: Watch your dog’s behavior for unmet needs. Match enrichment to those needs: movement, chewing, rest, play. Blend enrichment with training for stronger learning. Reward exploration and problem-solving. Rotate and adapt to keep engagement high. Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom.
November 4, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Good timing = clear communication = faster learning. 🐾

#PuppyTrainerWA #FearFreeTraining #ScienceBasedDogTraining #DogTrainingAdvice #EthicalDogTraining
#ForceFreeTraining #KindDogTraining #PositivePuppyTraining #PuppyTrainer #PuppyTrainingHelp #PuppyTrainingTips #TrainYourDog
Title: “Your Next Move.” Text reads: Practice marking soft objects dropping (say ‘Yes!’ when it hits the floor). Sharpen your reflex before training your dog. Bold text at the bottom reads: Great timing = great communication. Teal heart outline with a paw print and Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom.
October 28, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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Start small use a post-it, tug toy, or ball as a target. Mark and reward gentle touches, then add motion.

✨ Calm feet = calm puppy.

#DogTrainingAdvice #EthicalDogTraining
#ForceFreeTraining #KindDogTraining #PositivePuppyTraining #PuppyTrainer #PuppyTrainingHelp #PuppyTrainingTips
Black background with bold white text: “#TrainingTipTuesday – Why It Matters.” Bullet points explain that puppies bite moving feet because motion triggers instinct, giving them a clear target teaches control, and this builds calm around movement. Ready Pup Go! logo at bottom. Black slide labeled “#TrainingTipTuesday – Your Next Move.” Bullets: practice while walking, reinforce calm targeting, replace ankle-nipping with the new skill. Ends with “Celebrate those calm, focused feet!” A teal heart-and-paw graphic decorates the corner. Ready Pup Go! logo at bottom.
October 14, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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My Foundations Class (PDA 1) at The Friendly Bark in Lynnwood, WA, teaches calm, connected walking. 👉 readypupgo.biz/pda

#LynnwoodDogs #LynnwoodWA #Lynnwood #LynnwoodDogTrainer #LynnwoodPuppy #LynnwoodPuppySchool #PuppySchool #DogTrainingAdvice #EthicalDogTraining
#ForceFreeTraining
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October 13, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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My Foundations Class (PDA1) helps turn chaos into calm. 👉 readypupgo.biz/pda

#DogTrainingAdvice #EthicalDogTraining #ForceFreeTraining #KindDogTraining #PositivePuppyTraining #PuppyTrainer #PuppyTrainingHelp #PuppyTrainingTips #TrainYourDog
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October 9, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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Confidence grows when we choose compassion over correction.

#DogTrainingAdvice #EthicalDogTraining
#ForceFreeTraining #KindDogTraining #PositivePuppyTraining #PuppyTrainer #PuppyTrainingHelp #PuppyTrainingTips #TrainYourDog
Graphic with a teal banner reading “#TrainingTipTuesday.” Large heading: “Your Next Move.” Text reads: “Before correcting, ask: ‘Is there a kinder, clearer way to teach this?’ Choose the path that protects your dog’s confidence.” A small teal heart outline with a paw print appears in the lower right corner, and the Ready, Pup, Go! logo with colorful dogs is at the bottom center.
October 7, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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Ready for real-life skills with your pup? Enroll now: readypupgo.biz

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September 24, 2025 at 6:04 PM
dogsrplus.bsky.social
This #transformation comes from a dog learning to recognize their emotional state and regulate their emotions independently.
#successstory #bigfeelings #ethicaldogtraining #forcefreedogstraining #rewardbaseddogtraining #positivereinforcement
November 29, 2024 at 3:36 AM