Prey drive training tips

Tips to get you started training your high prey drive dog.



A black and tan working cocker and a golden working cocker run toward the camera

Recall for dogs with high prey drive

9 Apr 2025, 6:01 a.m. by Tracey McLennan


A detailed look at why focusing on training a rock solid recall is not always the best place to start with a high prey drive dog.
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A Belgian malinois wearing no equipment at all runs toward the camera

Is an e-collar essential to train a high prey drive dog?

18 Feb 2025, 4:48 p.m. by Tracey McLennan


A detailed look at the evidence from science and from people training their dogs around prey about e-collars being essential for training high prey drive dogs.
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A livestock guardian dog stands in front of a flock of sheep. The dog is starting into the camera with their tail raised.

How to deal with resource guarding

16 Jan 2025, 8:10 a.m. by Tracey McLennan


Learn how to handle resource guarding in dogs, understand its causes, early signs, and effective prevention strategies to keep your dog safe and happy.
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A circular drawing of the 6 elements of the prey drive framework

How to stop dogs chasing

19 Sep 2024, 3:04 p.m. by Tracey McLennan


Learn about why dogs chase and how to stop them
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