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Multi Dog Homes- Enrichment
I've talked about how to manage multiple dog households before, but that was primarily aimed at how to manage dog-to-dog interactions. I...

Kayley Paylor
Apr 285 min read
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Emotional Resiliency
I've meant to write this post for some time now, and I've always put it off because there's a lot of ground to cover and it's a topic...

Kayley Paylor
Nov 9, 20238 min read
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The On and Off Pressure Switch - Negative Reinforcement - the Forgotten Quadrant
I have a good number of horse people in my life. I've held long conversations with them on this topic and it's always been fascinating...

Kayley Paylor
Jul 5, 202310 min read
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What Makes an "Easy" Dog- Motivating Dogs Beyond Food and Toys
My Control Unleashed class presently has an Azawakh, a Saluki, a Silken Windhound, and Foxhound mix. A lot of trainers would be tearing...

Kayley Paylor
May 14, 202311 min read
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Addressing the Divide in Training Philosophies
I have started this post so many times that I've lost track. Inevitably I abandon it no more than a paragraph or two into what is a...

Kayley Paylor
Mar 9, 202331 min read
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Granting Grace - Remembering the Human Component of Dog Training
"I failed him." "I should have done better." "I need to be more vigilant." "I should never have put her in that situation." "I know my...

Kayley Paylor
Oct 13, 20229 min read
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Considering Breed Specific Socialization
I'm writing this looking at Azawakh puppies that will grow up to be smart, alert, loyal, reserved adults and hopefully they will be...

Kayley Paylor
Oct 5, 20228 min read
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Talk is Cheap
Talk is cheap. I know, I talk a lot, but I stand by that statement, talk is cheap. I spend a lot of time playing pencil and paper RPGs. I...

Kayley Paylor
Aug 30, 20225 min read
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Buzz Words in Training
I usually try to stay pretty neutral and open in my training posts. I have some pretty strong beliefs regarding dog training, but I try...

Kayley Paylor
Jul 28, 20227 min read
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E-Collars - Common Misconceptions Addressed
First my credentials with e-collar. I was trained at a seminar given by Robin McFarlane. I have taken numerous e-collar courses from...

Kayley Paylor
Feb 26, 202213 min read
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Function or Fashion - Dog Clothing
Long read, short: in my opinion, if your dog is uncomfortable and the problem can be fixed with clothing, it probably should be. Every...

Kayley Paylor
Jan 3, 20226 min read
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Show Don't Tell - Changing Hearts and Minds in the Dog World
Firstly, let's start off by acknowledging that 99% of people love their dogs or love dogs in general and want to do well by them. Their...

Kayley Paylor
Nov 18, 20218 min read
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How Many Dogs is Too Many?
The answer to the question posed in the title of this article is that the answer to that question is going to vary by person and...

Kayley Paylor
Oct 21, 20215 min read
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Medical Causes to Behavioral Issues
When I first apprenticing to become a dog trainer I was taught to assess a dog in a glance. I was taught to start with the utter basics....

Kayley Paylor
Oct 13, 20215 min read
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Unforced Errors - Slow and Steady Wins the Race
I grew up in a volleyball gym from the time I was a week old on. I was placed in the corner, protected by my crib/playpen. And so, quite...

Kayley Paylor
Oct 11, 20212 min read
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A Dog Can Be in Drive and Not an Asshole
Here's my unpopular opinion for the day. Dogs in drive don't have to be assholes. Full stop. They can be excited and barking and in...

Kayley Paylor
Oct 11, 20212 min read
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Honoring Genetic Imperative
You can never let a ________ off leash. Fill in the blank. You can never let a sighthound off leash. You can never let a terrier off...

Kayley Paylor
Aug 25, 20218 min read
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Preventing the Self-Perpetuating Cycle of Anxiety
I work quite often with anxious dogs. I enjoy building confidence in fearful dogs. I live for helping build healthy coping mechanisms...

Kayley Paylor
Jun 28, 20217 min read
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The Benefit of Group Classes for All Dogs
I just finished up one of my favorite classes I've ever taught or taken. The class was my new Real World Adventure class, which met at a...

Kayley Paylor
Jun 9, 20215 min read
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