Topic · 46 posts

Training & Behaviour

Repetition and clear consequences teach dogs more effectively than strictness. Reward-based training is the standard in behavioural medicine.

Guide · 2 min

Puppy Socialisation – Sensitive Phase 3–12 Weeks

The first 12 weeks are neurologically decisive. What your puppy experiences as normal during this time, it will later classify as safe.

Miriam Schäfer 4. Feb 2026
Guide · 5 min

Puppy training: Getting the first weeks right

The first 16 weeks with a puppy lay the emotional foundation for the dog’s entire life.

Roger Klein 21. Dec 2025
Guide · 6 min

Puppy course: Choosing the right dog training school

A good puppy course provides socialisation, basic training without pressure and genuine advice for you as the owner.

Miriam Schäfer 10. Dec 2025
Guide · 5 min

First Signals for Puppies: Week 8–12 Training

The first weeks with a puppy are not the time for precise obedience commands.

Miriam Schäfer 28. Nov 2025
Guide · 5 min

Hobby Dogging: Walking with a lead, but without a dog – The idea behind the seemingly pointless trend

Lead in hand, no dog in sight – and yet someone is strolling through the park relaxed.

Miriam Schäfer 6. Nov 2025
Guide · 4 min

Multi-Dog Ownership – Harmony Instead of Competition

More than one dog at home? That can be wonderful – or quite exhausting.

Roger Klein 5. Nov 2025
Guide · 3 min

Specialised Dog Training: IGP, Agility, Obedience

Specialised dog training covers structured dog sports such as IGP (International Utility Dog Test), Agility, Obedience, and Flyball.

Miriam Schäfer 25. Oct 2025
Guide · 4 min

Separation anxiety in dogs – recognising and treating it

When a dog whines, barks or tears the apartment apart as soon as it is left alone – there is no malice …

Roger Klein 16. Oct 2025
Guide · 8 min

Recognising & understanding the pubertal phases of dogs – and accompanying them calmly

In short: Puberty in dogs begins depending on size and breed at around 6 to 9 months and brings noticeable changes:

Roger Klein 6. Sep 2025
Guide · 9 min

ABC of Emotions in Dogs: Olfactory & Tactile Regulation – and Stabilising the “C” (Reappraisal)

In short: Emotions in dogs can be understood and influenced through three steps:

Roger Klein 31. Aug 2025
Guide · 8 min

Effective Strategies for Stress-Free Vet Visits with Your Dog

In short: Stress-free vet visits can be trained: “Happy Visits” make the practice a positive place, while desensitisation practises routines calmly at …

Roger Klein 27. Aug 2025
Guide · 10 min

Intact male dog and in-heat female dog – Can pheromones help?

In short: An intact male dog perceives an in-heat female dog via pheromones, scent substances from urine, secretions and skin glands, which …

Roger Klein 24. Aug 2025

More on Training & Behaviour

Repetition and clear consequences teach dogs more effectively than strictness. Reward-based training is the standard in behavioural medicine. This section explains how dogs learn and what helps with problem behaviour, sorted by method.