Suzanne at For Your K9 in Elmhurst, IL
Join Suzanne for Beyond Calm and Beyond Words! Both days are 9am-5pm lunch is on your own. You can do…
The Handler’s Role – Your Nervous System Is the Foundation for Relaxation
A lot of dog training is about finding ways to communicate to the dog what you want them to learn….
Equipment Dependence: When Tools Replace Relationship
Walk through any park and you’ll see an equipment showcase: prong collars, front-clip harnesses, head halters, treat pouches, and retractable…
Choice vs. Command – Why Real Relaxation Can’t Be Forced
One key reason I developed Really Real Relaxation is that I got angry watching a trainer teach a dog to…
The Social Heart of Really Real Relaxation: Why Your State Matters Most
Here’s something that might surprise you: Really Real Relaxation (RRR) isn’t something you create for your dog—it’s something you share…
The Connection Problem: When Dogs Know But Won’t Listen
“My dog knows what I’m asking, but he just won’t listen.” This frustration echoes through every training facility as handlers…
Horses & Dogs as Teaching Partners: A Revolutionary View
Unrecognized Partnership Note: While this blog references an article about horses and riding instruction, there are important parallels that can…
The Hidden Safety Threats: What Makes Dogs Feel Unsafe
The Hidden Safety Threats: What Makes Dogs Feel Unsafe That We Often Miss Before we can expect our dogs to…
From Assessment to Action: Building Working Training Plans with RCT
From Assessment to Action: Building Working Training Plans with RCT A Practical Seminar with Suzanne Clothier Dates: October 18 and…
April 25-27 St George, UT Performance Problem or Hole in the Foundation?
Private lessons by appointment Friday April 25 Saturday & Sunday Performance Problems – Or Holes in the Foundation? We’ve all…
