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Psychiatric Service Dog Training

December 27, 2022 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT 2 Comments

Golden Retriever Psychiatric service dog training los angeles

Psychiatric Service Dog Training Here is a jump-to-table of contents. In this article I will discuss: What Is A Psychiatric Service Dog? Do I Qualify For A Psychiatric Service Dog? Psychiatric Service Dog Conditions Psychiatric Service Dog Training Psychiatric Service Dog Tasks How Can A Psychiatric Service Dog Help?  PTSD Service Dogs Psychiatric Service Dogs […]

Filed Under: Dog Training, Service Dog Training

Why Do Dogs Eat Grass – 9 Reasons Backed By Science

October 27, 2022 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT 2 Comments

Australian Shepherd Dog in Grass

Why Do Dogs Eat Grass Here is a jump-to-table of contents. In this article I will discuss: Why Do Dogs Eat Grass How To Stop My Dog From Eating Grass Is My Dog Eating Grass Harmful Or Dangerous Why Do Dogs Eat Grass And Vomit Why Is My Dog Eating Grass All Of A Sudden […]

Filed Under: dog behavior

Why Do Dogs Lick You – 12 Surprising Reasons

May 15, 2022 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT

why does my dog lick me so much

Why Do Dogs Lick You Almost all dog lovers like getting dog licks. Unless your dog eats poop, Yuck! But why does my dog lick me so much? As a Dog Training Los Angeles company, we are well-suited to answer all questions about dog behavior and training, including, “Why does my dog lick me so […]

Filed Under: dog behavior, Dog Training

How Do I Make My Dog A Service Dog

May 10, 2022 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT 2 Comments

Here is a jump-to table of contents. In this article I will discuss: How Do I Make My Dog A Service Dog Service Dog Training Manual Service Dog Temperament, Personality and Demeanor Why Service Dogs Fail Service Dog Certification Public Access Test (PAT) Service Dog In Training (SDIT) Service Dog Training Los Angeles

Here is a jump-to-table of contents. In this article, I will discuss: How Do I Make My Dog A Service Dog Service Dog Training Manual Service Dog Temperament, Personality and Demeanor Why Service Dogs Fail Service Dog Certification Public Access Test (PAT) Service Dog In Training (SDIT) Service Dog Training Los Angeles FAQs How Do […]

Filed Under: Dog Training, Service Dog Training

Why Do Dogs Eat Poop

November 20, 2021 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT Leave a Comment

Bernedoodle lying down on farm

Poop Eating – Coprophagia  This is going to be a crappy post about a smelly behavior most parents don’t like to discuss — a dog’s secret obsession with eating poop. Many dogs are poop connoisseurs and in fact, will eat not just their own poop but other species’ poop. (Yumm) To clarify, for the purpose […]

Filed Under: Dog Training

Foundation Dog Training

October 15, 2021 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT Leave a Comment

Chihuahua on a mat

The Importance of Foundation Training (For Most Behavior & Training Problems)   What Is Foundation Training? Foundation training encompasses the sets of behaviors and skills a dog needs to practice daily to succeed in life to build emotional and cognitive resiliency, confidence, and obedience. Some of the key, self-soothing foundation training behaviors are Sit, Down, […]

Filed Under: Dog Training, Puppy Training Tagged With: dog training tips

Covid-19 and Pets

March 25, 2020 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT 2 Comments

Coronavirus and pets

Coronavirus And Pets (COVID-19 update) We are OPEN. In these stressful times, rest assured, as always, my number one concern is of the safety of the pets and families I work with. One of the many benefits of my non-volume approach to dog training, dog boarding, and optimal pet care is a reduction in the […]

Filed Under: dog behavior, Dog Boarding, Dog Training, Pet Parent Health Tagged With: pet health, pet safety

Dog Trainer Certification & How To Become a Certified Dog Trainer

February 20, 2020 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT 2 Comments

How to become a dog trainer, dog trainer certification

How To Choose a Dog Trainer & Dog Trainer Certifications Updated January 2023 Feel free to use the navigation below to jump to the appropriate section. Dog Training Industry Problems How To Become A Certified Dog Trainer What Are Dog Trainer Certifications And Certificates? Why Are Independent Certification And Testing Organizations So Important? Recommended Dog […]

Filed Under: Dog Training Tagged With: Dog Training Certifications, LIMA

Abuse of The Service Dog Title

January 28, 2020 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT 5 Comments

Abuse of Service Dog Certificate LA

Service Dog Certification (Updated January 2023) Can I travel with my Emotional Support Dog? On December 2, 2020, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced it’s revising its Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA) regulation on the transportation of service animals. What does this mean for parents with emotional support dogs or other animals? First, it is […]

Filed Under: Canine Good Citizen, Dog Training, Emotional Support Animal Training, Service Dog Training, Therapy Dog Training Tagged With: Americans with Disabilities Act, Dog Training Certifications, working animal

Dogs & Yoga Health Benefits

January 26, 2015 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT 2 Comments

Yoga With Dog On Beach LA

Yoga For A Dog’s Health Benefits Dogs & Yoga = Doga. Both are things I love, but let me be clear, I am not an expert on Yoga. The former I have spent decades loving, while the latter I am a premature novice, and by no means a yogi. That being said, the concept of […]

Filed Under: Dog Training Tagged With: dog sports

Top 11 Reasons to Spay & Neuter Your Dog

January 21, 2015 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT 8 Comments

Dog Humping Mounting

Should I Spay And Neuter My Dog? (Updated in 2023 and continuously updated based on current research) Before clients look for a spay and neuter clinic, they bring their puppy to me for puppy boot camp training, behavior, and spay/neuter advice. Spaying and neutering is a hot topic. Almost as controversial as what to feed […]

Filed Under: Dog Training Tagged With: spay and neuter

Service Dogs: Many Asian Countries Setting a Good Example

January 6, 2015 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT 1 Comment

Service Guide Dogs

Service Dogs In Asia (Updated October 2022) A guide dog is trained to lead visually impaired people, while a service dog – otherwise known as a service animal – is specially trained to assist a person with a variety of physical and mental disabilities. According to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a service dog’s […]

Filed Under: Dog Training, Service Dog Training Tagged With: working animal

How to Find Pet Friendly Apartments in Los Angeles – Moving With A Pet Resume

December 27, 2014 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT Leave a Comment

Pet Friendly Apartments Dogs on LA Balcony

Los Angeles Pet-Friendly Apartments, When Moving With a Dog or Cat (Updated 2020) Here are all of the dog and pet products that we recommend when searching for a pet-friendly apartment How important is a dog resume or curriculum vitae (CV)? A dog resume is very important if you live in Los Angeles or any […]

Filed Under: dog behavior, Dog Training Tagged With: moving with a pet

Dog Training and Family Participation

December 9, 2014 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT Leave a Comment

Tennis ball hits dog in the head

Family Dog Training  (updated 2020) I get many calls around the holidays for dog training. Los Angeles families adopt pets for the holidays when everyone is happy and hopeful. However, when a person gets a dog as a surprise for a loved one or when one family member does not want a dog or is […]

Filed Under: Dog Training Tagged With: Pet Parents

Poisoning A Dog Training Cue

November 26, 2014 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT Leave a Comment

dog in field with flowers

Making A Dog Training Cue A Punishment (Updated 2020) Poisoning anything sounds dangerous which is why so many dog trainers and clients don’t realize or want even to think that they may have poisoned their dog training cues. The good news is, it won’t kill you or your dog. The bad news is, your dog […]

Filed Under: Dog Training Tagged With: Poisoned Cues

14 Things Your Dog Trainer Wishes You Knew

November 4, 2014 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT 18 Comments

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Dog Trainer Secrets (Updated 2020) Here are all of the dog aggression equipment, collars, harnesses and pet products that we recommend Ever wonder what your dog trainer secretly wants you to understand if you want to be a great dog training student or client? Or what to work on with your dog trainer? Every pet […]

Filed Under: Dog Training Tagged With: dog training tips

LIMA Dog Training?

October 9, 2014 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT 2 Comments

Shar-Pei Blown Away

What Is LIMA Dog Training? The Foible of Inclusivity in “Teaching.”  Is LIMA dog training humane? Why LIMA Is Not Enough Disclaimer: I practice veganism and Buddhism which regardless of which lineage you follow has nonharm to all sentient beings as a core value and practice. Hence, the ethics and morals that guide me do […]

Filed Under: Dog Training Tagged With: animal abuse, dog training ethics

Steve Guttenberg Teams Up With Russell Hartstein of Fun Paw Care

October 3, 2014 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT 1 Comment

Steve Guttenberg & Russell Hartstein

Steve Guttenberg Teams Up With Russell Hartstein Of Fun Paw Care Supporting Service Dogs & Homeless Dogs in Conjunction with 2 Noteworthy Charities! I am thrilled to announce: film star, actor, dog lover, and one of my closest friends, Steve Guttenberg will be teaming up in support of Los Angeles Dog Training Fun Paw Care […]

Filed Under: Rescue Organizations, Service Dog Training Tagged With: celebrity dog training, dog charity event

8 Reasons Why Dogs Are Not Pack Animals

September 17, 2014 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT 6 Comments

Wolf pack howling

Are Dogs Pack Animals? Here are all of the dog aggression equipment, collars, harnesses and pet products that we recommend Check out our dog training Los Angeles and Southern California services or our phone and video consultations to get help from anywhere in the world! (Updated 2020) How many times have you heard that dogs […]

Filed Under: Dog Training, Pet Nutrition Tagged With: Alpha, Dominance Theory, pack animals

8 Reasons Why I Don’t Allow My Dogs In The Kitchen

September 4, 2014 by Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT 2 Comments

dog training in kitchen

Dogs In The Kitchen Are A Bad Idea (Updated 2020) Here are all of the dog products mentioned in this article and pet products that we recommend Check out our dog boot camp training in Los Angeles services if your dog is in the Greater Los Angeles or Southern California area or our phone and […]

Filed Under: Dog Training, Pet Nutrition Tagged With: pet health

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Dr. Jane Goodall

Russell is a gifted trainer. Thank you for your dedication and compassion for training and helping homeless dogs.

TED Talks Founders, Vanessa Wurman, & family

…Russell is sweet and very effective when handling my very different dogs and I have seen amazing dog training and behavior results since their introduction. If you are looking for someone who has the utmost respect for your animal, is prompt and courteous, and values education and safety above all else, Fun Paw Care is the last place you need to look.

Steve Guttenberg

Russell is not only one of my dearest friends, but the guru of dog training, behavior and all things dog!

Alan Faena & Ximena Caminos

Thank you so much Russell for your help and dog magic!

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Naomi Campbell & Vladislav Doronin

Thank you for all of your help and the best dog training…Brilliant! Love and Light

Dwyane Wade & Gabrielle Union

Thank you so much for your dog training and behavior services. We really appreciate your generous dog training donation to our event and foundation.

The Bee Gees, Barry Gibb & family

You are so impressive; I cannot believe how much you know about dogs and how fast the dogs are learning. Thank you for training our dogs and helping us!

Dr. Mike Tenzer, VCA Animal Hospital

I’ve not seen a trainer with his level of experience and ability in my almost 20 years of practice in South Florida. For the people and pets that make up the VCA Animal Hospital family, there’s no one we trust more with dog training, care and behavior issues than Russell and Fun Paw Care…

Dr. Lori Walter

As a veterinarian I have known Russell for some years… His dedication, professionalism, depth of knowledge and passion for animals are evident…The techniques he utilizes and teaches are clear and effective… I am over the moon to have his help and will not hesitate to recommend Fun Paw Care to all my clients, family and friends.

Gabrielle Anwar & Shareef Malnik

Wow, Russell is proof that you don’t need to have a heavy hand for dogs to learn quickly. You’re amazing, we’re converted! Thank you so much, for your help.

Dr. Carol K. & Lulabelle

What an amazing change you have made in our lives and the lives of our little Pekinese, Lulabelle!! We had many trainers over the last 3 years before meeting you. We consider it a miracle that we met you…

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