Coralyn "Cori" Pedota

A couple of years ago, I started to fantasize that if I were not training dogs, I would be organizing some kind of community center. And then I realized, "Wait a second. I'm already starting to do that, too."

Winter brings some unique challenges for dog training. Your hands freeze, their paws hurt, and when you run back to hide inside, your dog can become a bored, destructive maniac. So, here is a list of cold-weather specific tips and recommendations for you!  

Do you have a bored dog? For many dogs, just going outside for walks is not going to cut it. Here is a list of enrichment ideas that can help satisfy your dog’s natural desires and instincts–written by a professional dog trainer–including behavioral and safety considerations when relevant.