Richard ChanDec 13, 20184 minDon’t take the dog home!All the dog needs is NOT only love! When we become very emotional in trying to save a dog, we can often forget whether we can actually provide the perfect h...
Richard ChanNov 2, 20181 minMy dog's best friend is me"My dog needs a best friend. That is why I take him to the dog park." Your dog's best friend should be YOU; it should not be your neighbor's dog, the dog he ...
Richard ChanSep 18, 20182 minThe MonasteryA lot of people like to see a dramatic before video when a new dog comes in, and l have been asked many times why l don’t usually show those. It is because...
Richard ChanAug 22, 20181 minYou are a mirrorYou are like a mirror to your dog. If you cannot stand being away from your dog for a second, your dog will likely also feel the same way and suffers separ...
Richard ChanJul 25, 20184 minThe power of “no” and the power to protectHarley just went back to Whistler BC after finishing his boarding here. We just finished a lesson with his lovely owners, who came here after an epic fligh...
Richard ChanJun 22, 20182 minWhy are you afraid to say no?I have seen so many owners who were afraid to correct their dogs. Many of them have been to other training classes and they were told that if they correcte...
Richard ChanJun 14, 20181 minQuality timeQ: l spend awesome quality time with my dog when we snuggle on the sofa watching tv together. Other than that, what else do you recommend l do with my dog? ...
Richard ChanAug 9, 20172 minDo you want a gold digger?Dogs should not only work for you or listen to you when you give him food. It does not matter whether the dog was bred for whatever purposes, all dogs can ...
Richard ChanAug 2, 20161 minWhy can't I just let my dog run in the park?Why should I train my dog? Why can't I just let her run in the park? Training is very important because it is the common language that both the dog and human...
Richard ChanJul 14, 20162 minThe Importance of a Timely ReleaseSeveral clients have asked me to show them what l do to train my own dog to walk on a loose leash next to me during our regular walk. I basically just commun...
Richard ChanJun 12, 20162 minStop SignThis is Anja. She has a very intense ball drive. She will do anything for her ball and will run through fire to get it. When she sees her ball, nothing in th...
Richard ChanMay 18, 20163 minLeash ReactivityI want to talk a bit about leash reactivity. Many people make the mistake of thinking if they have a dog with leash reactivity issue they should take their d...
Richard ChanMay 6, 20162 minAbsolute ZeroI am a strong advocate of zero on leash greeting. By that l mean when my dog is on leash we will not under any circumstances greet another dog in any form--n...
Richard ChanMay 4, 20162 minWhat is wrong with affections and treats from strangers?This is my dane at an elementary school playground when school was just out. There were lots of kids screaming and running around. I was asked why l did not...
Richard ChanApr 29, 20161 minDont be a spectatorExercise is not just important because it can tire out your dog; structured play and exercise with your dog can build engagement and deepen your relationship...
Richard ChanApr 23, 20162 minFish & ChipsI want to use a very simply example to talk about something that is often missed in dog-human relationship, which is respect. Respect and engagement go hand ...
Richard ChanApr 11, 20161 minHe must be yanking on that prong collar!When I take my pack out for a walk, the last thing I want to do is to yank and drag them to where I want to go. I like to have a relaxing and peaceful walk w...
Richard ChanApr 11, 20162 minDogs don't give up but sometimes we do.My idea of making this video comes from being told by many people when I first got Spot that I should never let her off leash because she was so anxious she ...
Richard ChanApr 5, 20162 minEngagementWe live in the real world full of distraction and unpredictability. We cannot control what may come around the corner when we are with our dogs. Owners of do...
Richard ChanMar 29, 20161 minOpened doors mean nothing at all.Teaching a dog to wait at threshold (doors, entrance, stair...) is very important. Not only can it save a dog's life in extreme cases, it can also benefit al...