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Mastering the Art of Detection: The Direct Odor Imprint (DOI) Method
Mastering the Art of Detection: The Direct Odor Imprint (DOI) Method
In the world of detection dog training, methods abound. Each trainer has their preferred approach, often shaped by their experiences and needs. Over the course of my 25-year career in... Lire plus...
Understanding the Role of Bridges and Keep-Going Signals in Dog Training
Understanding the Role of Bridges and Keep-Going Signals in Dog Training
Training dogs is an art and a science. Whether your goal is to nurture a detection champion, a loyal patrol dog, a wildlife detection partner, a service animal, or simply... Lire plus...
Turning Darkness Into Light: A Journey of Reflection, Gratitude, and Resilience
Turning Darkness Into Light: A Journey of Reflection, Gratitude, and Resilience
  Dear friends, colleagues, and readers, Life has a way of catching us off guard, shifting our perspective when we least expect it. For many years, I dedicated myself wholeheartedly... Lire plus...
The Power of Change: Why Data and Structure are Key to Dog Training Success
The Power of Change: Why Data and Structure are Key to Dog Training Success
As Albert Einstein once said, “The measure of intelligence is the ability to change.” Darwin’s idea of “Survival of the Fittest” echoes the same concept: the ones who adapt, survive.... Lire plus...
A Call for Unity: Let’s Learn, Grow, and Rise Above the Hate
A Call for Unity: Let’s Learn, Grow, and Rise Above the Hate
This message calls for understanding, patience, and openness. It reinforces the idea of community, resilience, and meaningful engagement, while directly addressing the problem of hostility on social media. Lire plus...
Why Every Dog Trainer Needs to Be Using Cato Boards
Why Every Dog Trainer Needs to Be Using Cato Boards
If you’ve been searching for a game-changing tool to elevate your dog training, it’s time to discover the power of platform training with Cato Boards. These simple yet highly effective... Lire plus...
Imposter Syndrome
Imposter Syndrome
During my workshops around the world, I consistently encounter a common challenge among dog trainers across different cultures: what psychology calls “imposter syndrome.” It’s the trainer who begins introductions with... Lire plus...
Understanding Your Dog: Beyond Stimulus and Response
Understanding Your Dog: Beyond Stimulus and Response
Training a dog involves more than just giving a command and expecting an immediate response. There’s a whole process between stimulus and response, and this is why I encourage repeated... Lire plus...
The weakest link
The weakest link
In the hierarchical structure of detection operations, the dog is often undervalued, positioned at the lowest tier as a "bio-sensor." Yet, it remains the most crucial and capable sensor, bridging... Lire plus...
Let’s continue to collaborate and advance together!
Let’s continue to collaborate and advance together!
Last week, I had the opportunity to speak at a significant meeting in Germany, where German police officers discussed evolving methods for training working dogs. Across Europe, there is a... Lire plus...
How can I teach my dog to follow a laser?
How can I teach my dog to follow a laser?
These are the best K9 lasers to train your dog! Lire plus...
Onlineshop in 4 languages
Onlineshop in 4 languages
To celebrate reaching over 6,000 followers, we’ve made major updates to our online store! In addition to English, you can now shop in Dutch, German, and French. We've also expanded... Lire plus...