THRIVING CANINE

25/07/2025

Thank You Very Much, Gilroy!

21/07/2025

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21/07/2025

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02/06/2025

Will correcting a dog for growling lead to biting without warning???

In The “Growling is Good” Theory part 1 we learned that “growling is good” is really just a provocative way of saying “growling is less bad.” We also saw some examples of how going “viral” can make a good idea go off the rails. We also saw some quotes warning us that correcting dogs ...

18/05/2025

https://www.thrivingcanine.com/blog/the-growling-is-good-theory-in-dog-training/

The theory that “growling is good” has gone viral and, like many concepts that go viral, it has been liked, shared, misinterpreted, exaggerated and distorted but, in spite of all that, there’s still a worthwhile message in there. We just need to dial it back into the realm of common sense. “...

06/04/2025

Spring Time Agility! Class starts May 17!

Want to Build Your Dog’s Confidence While Exercising them Mentally and Physically? Agility training is a fun and mentally challenging way to exercise and bond with your dog. Much like organized sports for a child, it helps develop focus, coordination and teamwork. Agility is an excellent way to he...

23/02/2025

https://www.thrivingcanine.com/blog/working-dog-vs-pet-dog-training-part-1-knowing-where-you-are-going/

“If you don’t know where you’re going, any road will get you there.” – Cheshire Cat The reader is cautioned to analyze the following content very carefully to avoid any misinterpretations of what is actually being said. The author is making no accusations of any particular type of dog trai...

06/02/2025

HIKING CLASS: Saturday Feb. 15 @ 9:00 am at Mt Madonna Park.

Cost: $15 (or one Drop-In Class credit )+ $6 parking fee

Difficulty: Approximately 3-miles, mostly shaded, some up and downhill parts.

Hope to see you there!
Chad

email [email protected] for details and directions

16/12/2024

https://www.thrivingcanine.com/blog/tails-from-the-field-opposition-reflex-reverse-psychology-heeling-a-stubborn-dog/

“Tails From The Field” is a series of true stories from Chad Culp’s experience in the field of professional dog training. Some details, such as names and breeds, may have been changed for privacy protection. Today’s story is about a case of a dog with EXTREME leash pulling. This was not just...

24/11/2024

If you wanna get the most "bang for your buck" out of a group class, check out these 8 simple tips.

Get the Most Bang for Your Buck A group dog training class is just like anything in life, you will get out of it what you put into it. In light of that little wisdom nugget, this article includes 8 simple, yet easily overlooked, tips for getting the most “bang for your buck” out of […]

12/11/2024

The next Pack Hike happens on Dec. 21 @ 9am. Let me know if you want the details.

A short clip from our group dog hike at Mt Madonna Park on Nov. 9, 2024. Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates and invites to future classes and events....

28/06/2024

https://www.thrivingcanine.com/blog/dogs_fourth_of_july/

For many Americans, the 4th of July is a time to celebrate, and that celebration can include anything from a quiet barbeque with friends to banging pots and pans and setting off screaming fireworks around the neighborhood. This type of activity is a ton of fun for adults and kids, but, as you can im...