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15 training secrets dog trainers won’t tell you for free

Our lovable, furry companions can be mischievous and naughty at times. The knee-jerk reaction is to shout "No!" or "Bad Dog!" but let's face it, that rarely works. So we asked certified dog trainers to share some of their best training secrets, and we found it's easier than you might think to get the results you want.

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Train in a boring environment

Train in a boring environment — GETTY IMAGES

Ever try teaching your fur baby something new at the dog park or while interacting with people? It probably didn’t go as well as expected. Here’s why: too much distraction. “Initially, as with any new behaviour, you want to start in a boring, non-distracting environment, typically a room inside your home with no toys, with your dog on a leash,” says Hartstein. And keep those high-value treats handy for rewards.

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