The Sport Dog Society

09/26/2026

07/31/2026

What if I told you nail trim time could be easy?

With a little patience, practice, and plenty of treats, nail trims can become a positive experience for both you and your dog. They can even be fun!

We’re sharing a few simple handling drills that can help your dog feel more confident with:

• Nail trims
• Grooming
• Vet visits
• Everyday handling

The key is to slow things down, celebrate small wins, and build positive associations every step of the way.

These fear-free, positive reinforcement techniques help your dog learn that everyday handling can be safe, predictable, and even enjoyable.

🎥 Want to see exactly how to do each step? Watch the full demonstration with Roscoe on our YouTube channel. Link in bio.

💬 Has your dog struggled with nail trims or grooming? We’d love to hear what’s worked for you or answer any questions in the comments!

07/30/2026

A crate should not feel like a prison.

With the right training, it can become one of your dog’s favorite places to relax, chew, nap, and enjoy a little quiet time.

Start with the door open. Add a comfy bed and a food-stuffed chew toy. Stay nearby at first, praise calm behavior, and let your dog choose to go in and out.

The goal is not simply to make your dog tolerate the crate.

It is to teach them to love spending time there—both when confinement is convenient for you and whenever they want a peaceful place of their own.

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07/18/2026

Hello friends,

You have likely found this video because you do not want to have to "dominate your dog" in order reach your training goals.

Through the compassionate, scientific work of Dr. Ian Dunbar that I teach, you can solve your behavior problems by using grounding, therapeutic training techniques.

The best way to say "NO!" is to say "thank you! please do something else."

If the alternate activity becomes a fun and happy habit, much like teaching a child to enjoy music or sports, you can solve the issue for the long term without any punishments at all.

Drop me a line when you are ready for a new approach, and we can set up a no-obligation intro call.

Talk soon!

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07/03/2026

I made this video with some of my favorite tips for clients with sensitive pups! https://youtu.be/JZZ_2hZGuV8?si=XBWjVGqZdYOaA9MG

The Fourth of July is almost here, and while fireworks are a joy for us, they can be genuinely frightening for our dogs. 🎆🐾

A little prep now goes a long way toward keeping dogs calm and safe.

Trainer-approved tips to share with clients:
🐾 Set up a cozy, quiet retreat with familiar blankets and a favorite toy
🐾 Close windows and curtains, and add background sound like music or a fan
🐾 Make sure ID tags and microchip info are current, just in case
🐾 Keep dogs indoors, and use a secure leash for outdoor potty breaks
🐾 Stay calm yourself, since dogs take their cues from us

Here's the one that matters most: more dogs go missing around the Fourth than almost any other time of year. A quiet space and a current ID tag truly make all the difference.

How do you help anxious dogs through fireworks season?

Share your best tip below. 👇

07/01/2026

New Newsletter just in time for Fireworks this weekend and free webinar tomorrow, July 2nd at 6p PST, 8p CST. Hope to see some new and familiar faces!

Summer is moving right along, and Independence Day is just around the corner. For the pups out there living with high sensitivity or old traumas, this coming weekend will be one of their toughest of the year. And as a human who has experienced my fair share of anxiety and panic-like symptoms, I feel...

07/01/2026

Fireworks and thunderstorms can be scary for our dogs. The good news? There are simple, fear-free ways to help them feel safer and more supported through the booms. 🎆🐾

In this carousel, we're sharing a few of our favorite tips, including:
🧥 Creating a cozy safe space
👀 Recognizing signs of stress
🎵 Building positive associations with sounds and affection
🧊 Using enrichment to help your dog settle

For a deeper dive and demonstrations of these techniques, watch the full video on our YouTube channel. 🔗 Link in bio

💾 Save this post for the Fourth of July.
🐾 Share it with a fellow dog parent who could use it.