Dogly loves Amber because she is a certified professional dog trainer but shares information in a relatable way we can all identify with and learn from.

Articles from Amber:

Subtle Dog Body Language - WARNING SIGNS! This fun party trick is sure to get lots of laughs! Get your dog to Drop ANYTHING! The Secret to getting your dog to come RUNNING when you call! How often should I train my dog? My dog is well behaved, so now what? Premack Principle Revamped - Utilizing Environmental Rewards Auto Check-Ins Engagement through the end of the year! (and always) Purposeful Disengagement Distractions as Cues for Attention How to Use Distractions as Cues for Attention | Part 1 How to Use Distractions as Cues for Attention | Part 2 Recall Cues - what you're probably doing wrong. Leash Off - Game On A behavior your dog NEEDS to know. A super useful trick to train your dog! (Close a Door) Finding Motivation to Train 3 Recall Games to Improve "Come when Called" Muzzle Training & Conditioning

Amber Aquart

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Tricks - Body Language - Manners - New Dogs - Reactivity - Puppies

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Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed - Certified Trick Dog Instructor - Therapy Pets Unlimited Evaluator - Service Dog Academy Graduate - & AKC CGC Evaluator
Dogly loves Amber because she is a certified professional dog trainer but shares information in a relatable way we can all identify with and learn from.

My Mission

Hi there! Welcome to our little corner of Dogly. Over the years, most of the educational information about dogs, dog training, and dog behavior has been focused on what you can "get" your dog to do. My mission is to show you what you and your dog can do together.

Training shouldn't be about "Sit, Down, Stay". It should be about developing the best relationship possible with your dog so that you can enjoy living life with your best friend.

I can't wait to show you how to include your dog in every part of your life.

The 101s of Behavior

Subtle Dog Body Language - WARNING SIGNS!

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
1 minute read

Muzzle Training & Conditioning

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
1 minute read

I'm a HUGE advocate for muzzle training. ALL dogs should learn how to wear a muzzle, even if they will never need one! You never know if your dog will need to wear a muzzle -- at the vet, groomer, or lashing out in pain. How to get your dog comfortable with one easily now.

This fun party trick is sure to get lots of laughs!

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
1 minute read

A super useful trick to train your dog! (Close a Door)

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
1 minute read

Finding Motivation to Train

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
2 minute read

In a bit of a training rut? My advice -- have fun with your dog, reconnect with no pressure! A few strategies I use with my crew to simply enjoy your dog and get back in the game...

Engagement through the end of the year! (and always)

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
1 minute read

My dog is well behaved, so now what?

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
1 minute read

What is something you do in life that you'd like to include your dog to enjoy with you? Training isn't always about "fixing" an issue -- we can use it to connect and live our best lives with our dogs!

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My In-Depth Series on Behavior

3 Recall Games to Improve "Come when Called"

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
1 minute read

Does your dog need a fresh take on your "Come When Called" cue? Three recall games to make it fun AND effective.

A behavior your dog NEEDS to know.

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
1 minute read

Try this sweet trick -- especially if you have a fearful dog -- that's also a super useful management tool!

Leash Off - Game On

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
1 minute read

Try this training game with your dog and have fun together and work on safe, off-leash focus at the same time!

Recall Cues - what you're probably doing wrong.

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
3 minute read

What TO DO and what NOT to do to get a rock solid recall: the essentials to getting your dog to come when called.

How to Use Distractions as Cues for Attention | Part 2

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
1 minute read

Watch my step-by-step demo of how you can turn distractions (other dogs, bikes, etc...) into cues for your dog to turn attention to you instead.

How to Use Distractions as Cues for Attention | Part 1

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
1 minute read

How to turn distractions into a positive -- teaching your dog to use them as a cue to engage with you!

Purposeful Disengagement

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
4 minute read

Why teaching your dog to disengage enhances engagement + a step-by-step how-to!

Premack Principle Revamped - Utilizing Environmental Rewards

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
4 minute read

Watch how to practice the Premack Principle (& find out what it is) to use what your dog already wants to do to reinforce stronger engagement and behaviors you want your dog to learn.

Auto Check-Ins

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
3 minute read

What auto check-ins are, why they're key to your training relationship with your dog, and how to make them standard op for your pup!

How often should I train my dog?

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
2 minute read

How can you realistically train your dog every day -- even for a few minutes -- and get the most impact out of your time training together?

The Secret to getting your dog to come RUNNING when you call!

Amber Aquart Training Advocate
3 minute read

What's one of the biggest reasons dogs don't come when called? Why your recall isn't working, and the dog trainer secrets to getting a SOLID recall cue you can count on with your dog.

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