The NAPRP Blog

By NAPRP Admin on 6/21/2010 8:47 AM

Both dogs and humans benefit from training. Countless surveys have shown that people who train their adopted dogs are more likely to keep them. Every day, dogs are turned in to shelters and rescues because of simple behavior issues that could be solved by training. Classes can be a great "friend-raiser" and even a mini-fundraiser. Done well, classes can generate some great "word of mouth" marketing for your organization. Read More »

By NAPRP Admin on 6/3/2010 1:27 PM

We all talk about positive reinforcement for training dogs, but the same concept can be applied to people. Amidst the stress of the day-to-day business of running a shelter or rescue, positively reinforcing great behavior in humans is often overlooked. Have you positively reinforced anyone lately? Read More »