Why We Never Use Choke Chains, Prong Collars or Shock Collars: The Science Behind Force-Free Dog Training

At NorthShore Canine Academy, I believe every dog deserves to be trained with kindness, patience and respect. That’s why my approach is built on force-free dog training—reward-based methods that teach your dog what to do instead of punishing what not to do. My goal isn’t simply to stop unwanted behavior. It’s to help dogs feel […]