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Are you worried about tension between your dogs? Learn how to prevent resource guarding before it starts—food, toys, space, and more. #RaisingYourPetsNaturally

Preventing Resource Guarding Between Dogs in Multi-Dog Homes (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on May 7, 2025May 14, 2025 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog behavior, dog trainingTagged crate training for resource prevention, dog growling over food with other dog, dog guarding toys from other dog, dogs competing over treats, dogs fighting over attention, dogs pushing for attention, help dogs share without fighting, how to feed multiple dogs safely, how to stop dog from guarding resting spots, how to stop dog guarding people, multi-dog household food safety, multiple dogs sharing space peacefully, polite dog behavior around food, prevent guarding before it starts, prevent resource guarding in dogs, preventing dog fights over food, preventing resource guarding over toys, resource guarding between dogs, stop dog from guarding food, stop dog stealing toys

Teach your dog the top skills for therapy work with calm, real life training. Start here with tips for focus, greetings, and confidence. #RaisingYourPetsNaturally

Top 5 Therapy Dog Training Skills | How To Train Your Dog to Be a Therapy Dog (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on April 23, 2025April 30, 2025 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog trainingTagged beginner therapy dog training, dog body handling and touch, dog focus training, dog stay training, how to prepare your dog for therapy visits, how to train a dog to become a therapy dog, loose leash walking, name game dog training, polite greetings for dogs, therapy dog training skills

Teaching a dog fun tricks

How to Teach Your Dog the Names of Toys and Objects (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on February 12, 2025February 19, 2025 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog training, UncategorizedTagged advanced dog training, best brain games for dogs, canine enrichment activities, cognitive games for dogs, DIY dog enrichment, dog brain games, dog toy name training, dog training games, dog trick training, easy dog tricks, engaging dog activities, fun tricks for dogs, fun ways to train, how to mentally stimulate a dog, how to teach a dog toy names, how to train a dog to fetch specific toys, improve dog intelligence, interactive dog training, mental enrichment for dogs, naming toys dog training, positive reinforcement training, smart dog tricks, teach dog toy names, teaching dog object names, training your dog to recognize objects

Training a dog to pay attention around food

Teaching Patience to Food-Driven Dogs: A Guide to Calm, Focused Training (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on November 6, 2024December 5, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog behavior, dog trainingTagged Dog training tips for food-motivated dogs, Dog training without using high-value treats, Encouraging calm behavior in dogs during training, How to stop a dog from jumping for treats, How to train a dog to be calm around treats, Managing excitement in treat-driven dogs, Positive reinforcement for treat-driven dogs, Strategies for training hyperactive dogs with food reward, Teaching impulse control to dogs, Training tips for overly food-focused dogs

Teaching dog to sit while walking

Teaching Your Dog to Sit and Down in Heel Position (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on October 18, 2024November 7, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog trainingTagged Dog training sit and down commands, Dog training techniques for sit and down, Dog training tips for heel commands, Heel position training for dogs, How to teach dog sit and down in heel position, Positive reinforcement for dog training, Rally obedience training for dogs, Sit and down commands for pet dogs, Teaching dog to sit while walking

Why do dogs lick?

Why Does Your Dog Lick You? | How to Curb the Excessive Licking (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on September 24, 2024October 2, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog behavior, dog trainingTagged dog keeps licking, dog licking behavior, dog licking causes, dog licking medical reasons, dog licking paws constantly, dog licking remedies, dog licking solutions, dog obsessive licking, excessive licking in dogs, how to prevent dog licking, how to stop dog from licking everything, how to stop dog licking, why do dogs lick excessively, why does my dog lick so much

Is your dog being stubborn?

How to Motivate a Stubborn Dog |Why Your Dog is Ignoring You and How to Help Them Listen (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on September 10, 2024September 18, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog behavior, dog trainingTagged dog stubborn streak, dog training with play and sniffing, fun dog training tips, how to make a dog listen, how to motivate a stubborn dog, keeping dog training fun, my dog won't listen to me, positive dog training methods, positive reinforcement dog training, stubborn dog training solutions, what to do when a dog is trained but won't listen, why does my dog ignore me, why is my dog ignoring commands, why is my dog unmotivated, why would a dog suddenly stop listening to you

Managing Dog Obsessive Behaviors

Understanding and Managing Compulsive Behavior in Dogs (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on August 26, 2024September 4, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog behavior, dog trainingTagged Behavior Modification for Compulsive Dogs, Canine Compulsive Behavior Solutions, Compulsive Behavior in Dogs, Compulsive Behavior Management for Dogs, Dog Anxiety and Compulsive Behaviors, Dog Behavior Issues Compulsive, Dog Compulsion Treatment, Dog Compulsive Disorders, Dog Enrichment for Compulsive Behaviors, Enrichment Activities for Dogs with Compulsive Behaviors, How to Stop Compulsive Behaviors in Dogs, Managing Compulsive Behaviors in Dogs, Managing Dog Obsessive Behaviors, Positive Reinforcement for Compulsive Dogs, Positive Training for Dog Compulsions, Preventing Compulsive Behaviors in Dogs, Reducing Compulsive Behavior in Dogs, Training for Compulsive Dog Behaviors, Training Tips for Compulsive Dog Behavior, Understanding Dog Compulsive Actions

Teach a dog not to door dash

How to Calm Your Dog at the Door: Effective Strategies for a Peaceful Exit (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on August 14, 2024August 21, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog behavior, dog trainingTagged Calm dog behavior at the door, Calming excited dog at the door, Dog barking at door before walk, Dog door etiquette training, Dog goes crazy at the door, Dog stays calm at the door training, Dog training for calm exits, Doorway manners for dogs, How to calm a dog before going out the door, How to calm a dog before going outside, How to prevent door dashing in dogs, How to stop dog from getting excited at the door, Managing dog excitement before walks, Potty training tips for excited dogs, stop a dog from barking at the door, Stop dog from barking before going outside, Stop dog from rushing out the door, Teach dog door manners, Teaching a dog to stay calm when going outside, Tips for calming a dog at the door, Training a dog to be calm at the door

Behavior modification dog training

The Key to Changing Your Dog’s Behavior | Understanding the WHY and Root Cause (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on July 30, 2024August 7, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog behavior, dog trainingTagged Addressing dog behavior problems, Behavior modification for dogs, Dog behavior issues, Dog training advice, Dog training solutions, Long-term dog behavior change, Positive dog training tips, Root cause of dog behavior, Understanding dog behavior, why is my dog

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I have been a professional dog trainer for over two decades and I've even been named one of the top ten dog trainers in the US, twice! I love to spread the word about positive ways of preventing and managing behavior issues with a holistic approach. I look forward to you joining our happy community. x Tonya

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