Experiences as a Dog Trainer
See the world through the eyes of experienced and veteran dog trainer, Darcie Jennings. Personal and introspective, Darcie’s journey has shaped and refined her passions and perspective surrounding all things dogs!
Recent Posts
Should All Dogs Be Saved?
Telling someone that they need to euthanize their dog is the shittiest part of my job. I entered this career [...]
Three Steps to Living With a Problem Free Dog
We all want live with a dog that has no issues. While there's no such thing as the perfect dog, [...]
My Top 6 Must Read Dog Books
As winter approaches, there's no better time then the present to curl up on your couch with a warm blanket, [...]
Because Of A Dog
My first dog was a black and white Springer Spaniel. A very regal and handsome looking boy who was more [...]
Who’s the Boss?
No, I’m not talking about the 80’s TV show. I’m talking about the question I regularly get asked by my [...]
The Journey Is the Destination
I was talking to a client after class the other night about some of the challenges he’d been having with [...]
Lessons From a Dog Trainer: How I Got in My Own Way
Some days when I am out with my dog, Cricket, I act like anything BUT a dog trainer. I repeat [...]
“Why?” And Other Questions To Ask When Training Your Dog
As a society, we are usually taught to follow what others tell us. Following the rules as they are laid [...]
From Alpha to Understanding: A Dog Trainer’s Journey
I used to be one of those trainers who taught using dominance as my base for all behaviour. Even after [...]
Dog Park Etiquette: Having A Ball…Or Just Stealing Everyone Else’s
Picture this: You and your dog are at the dog park playing ball. You've picked a quiet area out of [...]
A Channel Miniseries
Follow along in this 6-part series, as Darcie speaks to A Channel and gives a crash course in the basics of essential training techniques.