Welcome to The DogFather Blog—where wisdom meets loyalty. Here you’ll find trusted guidance, real stories, and proven methods to help you and your dog build the kind of bond that turns heads at every park. This isn’t just training—it’s mentorship, and you’re part of the family.
If you’ve got a puppy sinking their little shark teeth into your hands, arms, or ankles, you’re not alone. Every week, I meet owners who panic that their sweet ball of fluff has turned into a monster. The truth? Puppy nipping isn’t aggression. It’s normal. But it is a sign your pup is desperate for structure.
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How Max Went From Biter to Best Friend Max was a young German Shepherd with a reputation that preceded him. At just a year old, he had already snapped at a neighbor, and his family was on edge. His owner called me in tears, her voice shaking: “Josh, I love him,...
How many times have you caught yourself saying “Sit. Sit. Sit. Sit.” until you’re blue in the face? Maybe your dog finally plops down after the fourth attempt. Maybe they don’t move at all. Either way, let me stop you right there: your dog isn’t deaf. They’re just...
Josh has held several conferences helping humans better understand dog behaviors and their body language, namely for Canada Post, various elementary schools and at Costco for Service Dog Etiquette.
He is certified with l’Académie Canin, Cognition and Emotion through Dr Hare (online course) with Duke University, Professional Dog Trainers Association (rated as one of the only dog trainers to use "dognition" (cognitive games) to formulate games to work on strengths and weaknesses and Therapy dog training with West Island Therapy Center. Josh is also the holder of the coveted CPDT-KA certification.
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