Sandy Modell
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Pets
10 Puppy Training First Steps (Hint: It’s Not “Sit”)
Alexandria, VA – Bringing home a new puppy is exciting — and overwhelming. Many new puppy parents immediately focus on…
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January Is International Train Your Dog Month
Alexandria, VA – Kick off 2026 by joining the global International Train Your Dog Month! The Association for Professional Dog Training…
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Holiday Cheer for You and Your Dog
Alexandria, VA – As the holiday season approaches, excitement and glee fill the air. We spend time with family and…
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Back to School Training Tips
Alexandria, VA – As summer life starts to fade, families prepare to get their kids back to school. Schedules shift,…
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Why Won’t My Dog Come When Called?
Alexandria, VA – Do you want a dog who comes when called? Every time you call them? A reliable recall…
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Six Great Reasons to Train Your Dog Using Positive Methods
Alexandria, VA – Over the last few decades, dog training has experienced a significant philosophical and methodological movement from a…
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Teaching a Really Reliable Recall
Alexandria, VA – As dog owners, we often face challenges teaching our dogs certain behaviors. These include walking nicely on…
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Walking Your Reactive Dog in a Dog-Friendly Neighborhood
Alexandria, VA – Do your dogs lunge and bark at other dogs on walks? Do they react to triggers such…
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DOG TRAINING: Sandy Modell’s Tips for a Dog Gone Good Holiday Season
Alexandria, VA – The Holiday Season is filled with excitement, merriment, and cheer. Although the holiday hubbub can undoubtedly be…
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