When it comes to New Years Resolutions, we often make them based on what we want to improve or change for the better in our lives. Everything from being kinder to focusing on developing relationships, resolutions are great ways to set up goals for our own development. And like ourselves, we can also set up some great resolutions for our dogs to help improve their behaviors.

For many dog owners, there are typically some behaviors that you wish your dog would stop doing. Maybe your dog will not stop guarding new toys, food, or even a family member. Perhaps your dog is very jumpy on a leash and makes a leisurely walk a tough task. Or your dog is not able to pass by a dog without reacting. These are just some behaviors that can really make it challenging to have the relationship you want with your dog.

Instead of working around these problematic behaviors, make a resolution to start fixing them. You can begin working on this goal through professional training. With a skilled trainer and owner follow through, you can stop your dog’s difficult behaviors, like nipping, guarding, charging guests, leash pulling, dog to dog aggression, human aggression, etc.

But wait - just because your dog isn’t reactive doesn’t mean that he couldn’t benefit from a New Years Resolution either. Your dog may be very timid around other dogs and this creates a challenge during walks and other dog interactions. Setting up a goal for your dog to become more socialized is a great way to ensure your dog can stay active and agile by being able to be around other dogs.

If you’re ready to commit to improving your dog’s behavior, Bullys Behaven can help. We offer several different training programs, including board and train and in home sessions depending on what would be most beneficial to your dog. We work with all dog sizes, breeds and concerns. Contact us today to get started with your New Years Resolution for your dog to finally start being the great companion you always knew he could be!